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February 04, 2025China places tariffs on US products; MLB fires umpire
On this episode we have the latest on tariffs placed on China, Canada and Mexico as well as China's retalitory tariffs against the US; details on Super Bowl secruty; and a new job for the UN's former chief.
Trump administration opens antisemitism inquiries at 5 colleges including Columbia and Berkeley.
Trump and Netanyahu hold talks as US president warns 'no guarantees' fragile peace in Gaza will hold.
Trump and Musk move to dismantle USAID, igniting battle with Democratic lawmakers.
Elon Musk says President Donald Trump has 'agreed' USAID should be shut down.
Association representing thousands of FBI agents appeals to Congress to protect their jobs.
Rubio views a deportation flight in Panama as Trump prioritizes an immigration crackdown.
New York shields abortion pill prescribers after a doctor was indicted in Louisiana.
Salvage crews remove large portion of commercial jet from river after deadly air collision near DC.
Transportation secretary says 'expansive' impact zone was left by Philadelphia medical plane crash.
Lawsuit alleges first deaths from disastrous 2023 train derailment in Ohio.
Wall Street falls following Trump's tariffs, but not as badly as feared in the morning.
NFL emails reveal extent of Saints' damage control for clergy sex abuse crisis.
Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett requests to be traded so he can have chance at Super Bowl.
Longtime FSU coach Leonard Hamilton is stepping down 'with no regrets' at the end of the season.
Umpire Pat Hoberg fired by MLB for sharing sports gambling accounts with friend who bet on baseball.
At least 6 injured in attack in Israel-occupied West Bank; assailant is killed.
Film director found guilty of sexual assault in France’s first big #MeToo trial.
Gangs attack a neighborhood in Haiti that's home to the country's elite.
Indonesia sends home an ailing French national on death row.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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February 03, 2025Trump addresses USAID, tariffs; Beyoncé has big night at Grammys
The future of the US Agency of International Development, remains of 55 people have been recovered from the site of a jet crash in Washington, Beyoncé wins album of the year at the Grammy Awards and international updates.
Rubio says Panama must reduce Chinese influence around the canal area or face possible US action.
Trump administration moving to fire FBI agents involved in investigations of Trump, AP sources say.
Trump fires the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
US military conducts airstrikes against Islamic State operatives in Somalia.
Democrats elect Ken Martin, the party leader in Minnesota, as national chair.
WHO chief asks countries to push Washington to reconsider its withdrawal.
Venezuela frees 6 Americans after meeting between President Maduro and Trump's envoy.
Israel's Netanyahu heads to US to discuss 'victory over Hamas' with Trump.
Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, handlers say, predicting 6 more weeks of wintry weather.
Mayor says 5 injured in fatal Philadelphia plane crash remain hospitalized, 3 in critical condition.
Data from the deadliest U.S. air accident in a generation show conflicting altitude readings.
Recovery crews return to the Potomac debris after the deadly plane and helicopter crash.
Mexico's president says all 6 people on medical transport jet were killed.
Identity thief whose deception led to his victim’s incarceration gets a 12-year prison term.
Stock market today Wall Street surrenders gains after White House confirms Trump tariff move.
Costco, Teamsters reach tentative contract agreement, avoiding a strike.
Beyoncé wins album of the year at the 2025 Grammys for 'Cowboy Carter.'
Dallas loses big after shocking trade of NBA superstar, the Kings, Spurs and Bulls pull off another blockbuster hoops swap, the NFC continues its dominance of the AFC at the Pro Bowl Games, Ohio State loses its offensive coordinator to the NFL and Rory McIlroy pulls away to win at Pebble Beach.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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February 01, 2025Egg and avocado prices, Black History Month and the Super Bowl
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Egg prices are soaring. Don't expect that to change anytime soon.
From avocados to autos, Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit close to home.
Black History Month explained its origins, celebrations and myths.
About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds.
As small businesses face fire devastation and try to get back on their feet, a variety of aid exists.
This year's hottest Super Bowl ticket Advertising space, Fox says.
Take it from locals Super experience in New Orleans entails more than just the French Quarter. The AP's Stephen Smith reports.
NFL players suffered fewest concussions in a season in 2024 since league began tracking 9 years ago.
RFK Jr. kept asking to see the science that vaccines were safe. After he saw it, he dismissed it.
New report outlines risks of artificial intelligence in early stages.
US children fall further behind in reading, make little improvement in math on national exam.
Some artists lost their life’s work in LA wildfires. Fellow artists are helping them recover.
Independently funded jet's sound barrier mark revives talk of commercial supersonic travel.
Study projects millions of European heat deaths as world warms.
A New Zealand mountain is granted personhood, recognizing it as sacred for Māori.
Theft in Netherlands of ancient golden helmet leaves Romania distraught.
No, Spain isn't banning tourists. Here’s what to know before planning a trip.
Hong Kong's snake soup is slithering away but still simmers in a decades-old kitchen.
Tiger poachers use fishing boats to smuggle body parts out of Malaysia, study shows.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a sacred mountain receives personhood status, and a deadly stampede kills dozens at the world's largest religious gathering.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 31, 2025Jet, helicopter crash investigation continues; FireAid brings musicians together
A deadly midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near the nation's capital is bringing renewed focus on the federal agency charged with investigating aviation disasters.
Green Day and Billie Eilish kicked off the massive FireAid benefit concert, a two-venue concert extravaganza that is raising money for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief efforts.
President Donald Trump's FBI chief pick, Kash Patel, insists he has no 'enemies list' and won't seek retribution.
NASA's 2 stuck astronauts take their first spacewalk together.
FDA approves painkiller designed to eliminate the risk of addiction associated with opioids.
Civil rights activists call for a Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs.
Justice Department sues to block $14 billion Juniper buyout by Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
Stock market today Tesla, IBM and Meta lead most of Wall Street higher.
U.S. economy grows solid 2.3% in October-December on eve of Trump return to White House, 2.8% in '24.
Patti Smith apologizes for canceling show after collapsing onstage in Brazil.
Marianne Faithfull, singer and pop icon, dies at 78.
Rihanna appears at trial of A$AP Rocky and outshines key testimony on alleged shooting.
A newly-minted All-Star leads basketball’s top team to another win, a former No. 1 pick is one of a handful of first-time NBA All-Stars, a multi-time Cy Young winner takes his talents north of the border, the world’s top golfer returns to action and figure skating has lost an icon at the age of 95.
Unusual betting patterns surrounding play of Terry Rozier in 2023 game with Charlotte investigated.
NFL says it will look into allegations by massage therapists about Justin Tucker's behavior.
5 years after Britain left the EU, the full impact of Brexit is still emerging.
Israel's ban on UN's Palestinian aid agency has come into effect. Here's what that looks like.
Families in India cremate loved ones killed in stampede at religious festival.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 30, 2025Passenger jet collides with helicopter; White House rescinds grant freeze
In today's episodes: A jet with 60 passengers and four crew members aboard collided with an Army helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, the latest on Hamas releasing Israeli hostages, White House cabinet confirmations and a large salmon donation to a food bank.
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month and more.
At signing of Laken Riley Act, Trump says he plans to send migrants in US illegally to Guantanamo.
Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal grants after widespread confusion.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing.
From anti-vaccine advocacy to raw milk, many of RFK Jr.'s views fall outside the mainstream.
Trump's Commerce Secretary nominee, Howard Lutnick, vows to sell his business interests in 90 days.
President Donald Trump appeals his New York hush money conviction.
Ex-New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison for bribery conviction.
Ailing Harvey Weinstein begs to have #MeToo retrial sooner after judge sets April 15 date.
A South Florida luxury condo project is planned for site where building collapse killed 98 people.
Stock market today Wall Street slips after the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady
Fed hold rates steady, says job market is 'solid' while inflation 'remains somewhat elevated.'
Frontier makes a second bid for Spirit with budget airlines struggling.
Wegmans recalls frozen chicken nuggets due to possible bone fragments.
Jalen Brunson powers the Knicks to a big home win over the Nuggets, Anthony Davis will miss at least a week with his latest injury, Caitlin Clark turns down NBA’s All-Star invite, Auburn and Alabama get wins on the hardwood and an All-Star reliever inks a new deal in baseball.
Ohio State quality control coach placed on leave amid university investigation.
Fan hurt while celebrating Philadelphia Eagles win dies from his injuries.
Europe's economy showed zero growth at end of 2024 as eurozone's biggest economy Germany struggled.
A Russian drone strikes an apartment building in Ukraine, killing at least 4.
Israeli drone strike wounds five people in southern Lebanon.
Leader of rebels who toppled Syrian President Bashar Assad is named country's interim president.
ECOWAS pledges to 'keep door open' after 3 coup-hit West African nations exit regional bloc.
Severe flooding hits western France again amid storm Ivo.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 29, 2025Family opposition to RFK Jr.; 'Doomsday Clock' ticks closer to midnight
Today's episode is led with family opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joining President Donald Trump's cabinet, an immigration bill in Florida, Lunar New Year and more.
Trump offers all federal workers a buyout with 8 months' pay in effort to shrink size of government.
Groups are ready to file the first lawsuit to challenge Trump's new order on transgender troops.
The Secretary of State is exempting more programs from the Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid.
Trump fires two Democratic commissioners of agency that enforces civil rights laws in the workplace.
Defense secretary pulls Trump critic Gen. Milley's security clearance and protective detail.
Deportation flights from the US to Colombia resume after a diplomatic spat.
Head Start and Medicaid providers hit glitches as Trump freezes federal money.
Michigan Democratic Sen. Gary Peters will not run for reelection, opening a key Senate seat in 2026.
'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight amid threats of climate change, nuclear war, pandemics, AI.
Following a school shooting in Nasvhille, students are pushing for better safety as they begin to return to school.
Norfolk Southern and East Palestine announce $22 million settlement after 2023 derailment.
Stock market today Nvidia and other tech stocks win back some of Monday's sharp losses.
Coca-Cola issues safety recall of soft drinks in Europe over chemical chlorate concerns.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni get March 2026 trial date for her 'It Ends With Us' lawsuit.
Tyrese Maxey puts on a show to help shorthanded 76ers top the Lakers, Los Angeles star Anthony Davis suffers another injury, WNBA icon Brittney Griner is set to join a new team, a handful of NFL stars plan to skip the Pro Bowl, and teams bolster their staffs with former head coaches.
Jake, Logan Paul suggest their next fight is against each other on HBO Max.
Warriors to retire Andre Iguodala's No. 9 jersey.
Auschwitz memorial holds observances on the 80th anniversary of the death camp's liberation.
Macron announces a major overhaul to modernize Louvre and a dedicated room for the Mona Lisa.
Several people are feared dead in a stampede at the massive Maha Kumbh festival in India.
Congo tries to slow the assault of Rwanda-backed rebels amid reports of dead bodies in the streets.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 28, 2025Executive order revises policy on trans troops and more on Trump's first week in office
On this episode we look at the latest on President Donald Trump's executive orders and agenda, GOP unity, General Motors earnings and Denmark's response to Trump's desires to acquire Greenland.
Elected officials push back against Trump's immigration crackdown.
CDC ordered to stop working with WHO immediately, upending expectations of an extended withdrawal.
Portland, Oregon church leaders pledge solidarity with immigrants.
Indiana man pardoned by Trump is fatally shot during traffic stop.
Supreme Court leaves in place Mississippi’s voting bar for people convicted of some crimes.
Snow briefly closes major interstate north of LA as needed rain douses California fires.
Earthquake rattles houses in Maine and is felt hundreds of miles away.
Federal Reserve expected to stand pat on rates even as Trump demands cuts.
Tech stocks tank as a Chinese competitor threatens to upend the AI frenzy; Nvidia sinks nearly 17%.
Global shares are mixed after a US tech selloff as a Chinese rival joins the global AI frenzy.
Investor seeks to quash US Steel-Nippon deal after taking stake in US steelmaker.
Super Bowl footballs are ready to go within hours of the matchup being set.
A buzzer beater makes the difference in a clash of top NBA teams, an embattled NBA All-Star draws another team suspension, an upset and overtime thriller and another big game for college basketball’s top star, and updates on the futures of a star quarterback in New York and longtime coach in Pittsburgh.
Brian Schottenheimer says he's 'ready' to coach Cowboys after long career as NFL assistant.
Florida coach Todd Golden cleared in Title IX investigation regarding sexual harassment allegations.
Auburn, Duke top men's AP Top 25, Texas Tech, Vanderbilt make poll debuts; UConn tumbles to No. 25.
2 killed in southern Lebanon as protests against Israeli presence erupt for a second day.
A Bulgarian shipping company denies its vessel sabotaged a Baltic Sea cable.
Dubai's ceaseless boom is putting strains on its residents.
What is happening in eastern Congo, where rebels claim they captured a key city.
What to expect after South Korean president's indictment on rebellion charges.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 27, 2025Trump claims victory over Colombia; Eagles, Chiefs advance to Super Bowl
President Donald Trump claims a victory in a showdown with Colombia, the latest in hte Middle East, and the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs will meet once again in the Super Bowl.
Acting deputy AG visits Chicago to 'observe' immigration enforcement crackdown.
Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, turn to faith amid deportation fears.
Trump wants Jordan and Egypt to accept more Palestinian refugees and floats plan to 'clean out' Gaza.
Trump leans into his pledge to eliminate taxes on tips at a Las Vegas rally.
Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies.
Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security secretary.
Pete Hegseth was sworn in Saturday as the nation's 29th secretary of defense.
Many Alaskans say they'll never call Denali Mount McKinley.
Supreme Court will weigh approval for US’ 1st publicly funded religious charter school, in Oklahoma.
The CIA believes COVID most likely originated from a lab but has low confidence in its own finding.
Judge bars Oath Keepers founder Rhodes from entering Washington without court's permission.
Southern California rain helps firefighters but creates risk of flooding and toxic ash runoff.
Minnesota high court sides with Democrats in struggle with Republicans over control of state House.
Auschwitz memorial holds observances on the 80th anniversary of the death camp's liberation.
People are hawking TikTok-loaded phones for thousands on eBay, Facebook.
Some 70 people killed in attack on hospital in Sudan's Darfur region, WHO chief says.
The Chiefs are one win away from a three-peat after holding off the Bills in the AFC Championship Game, the Eagles rout the Commanders in the NFC title game to set up a 2023 Super Bowl rematch, a repeat men’s winner at the Australian Open and a notable trade in baseball.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 25, 2025Trump and Musk's plans, pandas return and Farmtok
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
What Americans think about Trump and Musk's plans for the federal government AP-NORC poll.
US adults want border security action but mostly oppose arrests in schools, churches AP-NORC poll.
The tax deadline for some small businesses affected by disasters in 2024 is drawing near.
Rosy December for small business sales, but restaurants are left out.
Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer pose cancer risk, EPA says.
Scientists sense 'chirping' chorus waves near Earth in an unexpected place.
Pandas are back; 'Washington, D.C., is no longer unbearable!.'
Mittens the cat becomes an accidental frequent flyer after getting mistakenly left on a plane.
Sunfish that got sick after aquarium closed has recovered — thanks to human cutouts.
A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff.
On Farmtok, agriculture gets its moment in the spotlight. What would it mean if that disappeared.
Ancient DNA suggests women were at the heart of social networks in Celtic society in Britain.
Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts.
Brownstone from 'Sex and The City' getting gate due to tourists.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, President Trump demands an apology after an inaugural prayer service, and faith leaders react to an immigration crackdown.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 24, 2025The latest on Trump's border crackdown and California wildfires
The latest on President Donald Trump's crackdown at the US-Mexico border, the Sackler family settles over the opioid crisis, and an emergency contraception pill could be an alternative for abortions.
Senate advances Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary, despite allegations against him.
Trump revokes protections for former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and top Iran aide.
Experts worry that Trump's Jan. 6 pardons will legitimize political violence, embolden extremists.
A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship.
Immigration detention beds may be maxed out as Trump moves to deport 'millions and millions.'
California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from wildfires.
Southern cities get creative to clear leftover snow and ice after rare winter storm.
Stock market today S&P 500 climbs to a record.
Average rate on 30-year mortgage slips below 7% after climbing five weeks in a row.
More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, continuing claims highest in 3 years.
Costco successfully defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back.
A golden spike that completed the Alaska Railroad is up for auction. Alaskans want to bring it home.
'Emilia Pérez' leads Oscar nominations with 13, setting record for a non-English language film.
A$AP Rocky assault trial soon heads to opening statements as a jury is seated.
Lawsuit says ex-Yankee Mariano Rivera failed to protect a girl from sexual abuse at a church camp.
Recording captured ex-interpreter impersonating Ohtani to transfer $200,000, prosecutors say.
A French basketball star dominates in his return to Paris, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer extends his record for All-Star Game selections, four quarterbacks and a running back are named NFL MVP finalists, an All-Star free agent slugger signs in baseball and more.
Djokovic quits mid-match and walks off to boos, putting Zverev in Australian Open final vs. Sinner.
Australian Open Madison Keys upsets Iga Swiatek and will face Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
Italy's top court upholds Amanda Knox's conviction for falsely accusing innocent man of murder.
AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Mexican migrants hoping to reach the US, adapting to a new reality; Palestinians newly freed from Israeli prisons are worried about their futures; North Korea may be sending more troops to Russia; and a storm batters Scotland and Ireland.
Teen who killed 3 girls at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England sentenced to over 50 years.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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