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November 25, 2025Russia attacks Ukraine as peace talks continue; 49ers win Monday Night Football
On today's episode:
Russian attacks kill at least 6 in Ukraine while US peace plan is discussed.
The European Union proposes deepening defense industry ties with Ukraine.
US-backed aid company in Gaza shutters operations as Israel's military and defense minister clash.
White House circulates a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies as Trump pledges health care fix.
Georgia lineman Nyier Daniels is dismissed from the team after his arrest following a police chase.
Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says.
Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela.
Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year.
Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly after video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'.
Trump, Xi spoke on phone Monday to discuss trade, Taiwan and Ukraine, US and Chinese officials say.
European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war.
Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed.
Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film 'The Harder They Come,' dead at 81.
One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre's last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111.
Dharmendra, iconic Bollywood actor and Indian cinema’s ‘He-Man,’ dies at 89.
Boeing's troubled capsule won't carry astronauts on next space station flight.
Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is found a day after walking away from group home.
Locksmith dies after being shot during eviction in Florida; a deputy and the shooter also died.
Another rally for Alphabet leads the US stock market higher.
Christian McCaffrey dominates against his former team on Monday Night Football, a young quarterback lands in concussion protocol, an NBA team matches a franchise record in a double-digit win streak, updates on the AP Top 25 college hoops polls, an MLB team names a permanent manager and more.
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in rigged poker games case.
—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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19 min
November 24, 2025Trump pledges to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis
On today's episode:
Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions
Brazil's Bolsonaro says 'hallucinations' led him to violate ankle monitoring and cause his arrest
Death toll climbs in Southeast Asia as heavy rains cause floods and landslides
Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting.
Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity.
The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump's boycott.
Ukraine and Western allies meet in Geneva to discuss US peace plan.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine faces a stark choice and risks losing American support over US peace plan.
European leaders to meet in South Africa to counter US plan on Russia’s war. Kyiv prepares for talks.
Trump says Democrats' video message to military is 'seditious behavior' punishable by death.
JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis, criticizes cousin RFK Jr.
Fire aboard a Los Angeles container ship briefly prompted a shelter-in-place order.
Motorist in North Carolina tells 911 'I just had a bald eagle drop a cat through my windshield'.
4 guards sentenced in brutal beating death of an incarcerated Black man at New York prison.
North Dakota Supreme Court ruling reverses judge's decision that overturned the state's abortion ban.
Ex-Georgia deputies cleared of murder in death of Black man shocked at least 15 times.
Officer acquitted in death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting.
More swings hit Wall Street, but this time stocks finish higher.
“America’s Team" rallies past the Super Bowl champions on a record-setting day for its star QB, the Patriots and Rams stay atop their conferences, a Heisman candidate leads a rout in college football, the defending NBA champs stay hot, a trade in baseball and more.
UAB football player accused of stabbing 2 teammates before game.
Reno's 3TDs leads Yale upset over Harvard 45-28 in 141st The Game.
Ex-Temple basketball player Hysier Miller bet on his team to lose multiple times, NCAA says.
Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare.
European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war.
Pope calls on kidnappers in Nigeria to free 265 students and teachers after 50 pupils escape.
Israel launches strikes in Gaza ceasefire's latest test as hospitals say 20 killed.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, religious violence in Nigeria, the 10 Commandments in Texas classrooms.
—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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27 min
November 22, 2025Parents urged to avoid AI toys this holiday season
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season.
Why does this NYC subway station smell 'Christmassy' It's an ad.
The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history.
What happens when your immune system hijacks your brain.
Volkswagen debuts restored vintage blue bus that survived a California wildfire and melted hearts.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine faces choice of losing dignity or risking loss of key partner with US plan.
Final resting place set for the historic SS United States to become an artificial reef off Florida.
For people in this New England mountain town, a health center’s closure leaves unanswered questions.
Visitors to a New Jersey zoo get to watch veterinarians treat the animals.
Police say a man has been shot and killed after wielding a knife at St. Louis airport.
Nations and environmental groups slam proposals at UN climate talks, calling them too weak.
Florida eviction turns deadly as a deputy and suspect are killed, two others wounded.
2 robbers overpower a guard and steal dozens of ancient gold coins from a Swiss museum.
Saints linebacker Demario Davis says the team is building momentum in challenging season.
—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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25 min
November 21, 2025US, Russia draw up peace plan for Ukraine; mortgage rate rises
On today's episode:
US and Russia draw up peace plan for Ukraine that includes big concessions from Kyiv.
Ukraine would cede territory to Russia in draft of Trump peace plan obtained by AP.
Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air.'
Trump and Mamdani meet Friday in the Oval Office. They've cast each other as adversaries for months.
Russian hacking suspect wanted by the FBI arrested on Thai resort island.
FAA gives $10K bonuses only to controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during shutdown.
No U.S. representative at upcoming G20 summit.
Judge orders Trump administration to end National Guard deployment in DC.
Trump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida.
Trump says Democrats' video message to military is 'seditious behavior' punishable by death.
Border Patrol is monitoring US drivers and detaining those with 'suspicious' travel patterns.
These are the sights and sounds of Trump's immigration crackdown in Chicago.
Dick Cheney's funeral brings bipartisan tributes, but Trump was not invited.
Americans like democracy, but don't believe it or US institutions are working well, poll finds.
Army secretary set to meet with Zelenskyy to help with Ukraine peace talks, officials say.
Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount.
Big swings keep rocking Wall Street as US stocks drop sharply after erasing a morning surge.
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.26%, the third straight increase.
Verizon is cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it works to 'reorient' entire company.
U.S. employers added surprisingly solid 119,000 jobs in September, government says in delayed report.
Texans dominate the reigning NFL MVP in a Thursday night victory, a career night helps Philly win in OT in the NBA, the top-ranked team in college basketball avoids an upset, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer adds another hat trick and a former CFP committee executive and Big 12 AD resigns.
Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change.
Chiefs assistant Dave Toub President Trump 'doesn't even know what he's looking at' on NFL kickoffs.
Armed men abduct schoolchildren and staff at another school in Nigeria, days after latest abduction.
Fire prompts evacuations at UN climate talks in Brazil, and 13 suffer smoke inhalation.
Pressure mounts on Ukraine's Zelenskyy over corruption scandal.
UN atomic agency demands Iran provide full information about its nuclear stockpile.
—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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25 min
November 20, 2025Tech sector key to US economy; painting sells for $236M
On today's episode:
Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit.
Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months.
U.S. trade deficit drops 24% in August as Trump's tariffs reduce imports.
Gustav Klimt portrait that spared its subject from Nazis breaks modern art record with $236M sale.
5 accused of supporting antifa plead guilty to terrorism-related offense after Texas shooting.
US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida indicted on charges of stealing $5M in disaster funds.
Trump says he'll push for peace in Sudan after Saudi crown prince urged greater US involvement.
Justice Department says full grand jury in Comey case didn't review copy of final indictment.
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers quits OpenAI board after release of Epstein emails.
NASA unveils close-up pictures of the comet popping by from another star.
Wall Street swings through another erratic day ahead of a couple of crucial tests.
Ford recalls more than 200,000 Bronco and Bronco Sports for instrument panel failure.
A senior shines in a top five college hoops showdown, a buzzer-beater in Portland and another win for the NBA’s defending champs, a high-scoring affair on the ice in DC, a young QB gets his first NFL start while another is done for the season, and a star reliever re-signs in baseball.
Post on Kris Boyd's Instagram account says Jets cornerback has started breathing on his own.
MLB will comply with Senate's request on gambling; new media deals total $800M.
Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1st year of eligibility.
Israel's military carries out strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, killing dozens of people.
Nigeria's president postpones G20 trip, vowing to step up efforts to rescue abducted schoolgirls.
With an eye on Russia, EU wants to make it easier to deploy tanks and troops at short notice.
—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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19 min
November 19, 2025DHS plans to deploy agents to Louisiana; Congress votes to release Epstein files
On today's episode:
DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say.
Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, and Trump agrees to sign bill.
Poland to shut Russia's last consulate in the country after railway sabotage.
Sharp disagreements over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut.
Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh.
Federal judges block Texas from using its new US House map in the 2026 midterms.
After years away from Washington, Saudi crown prince gets warm embrace from Trump, US business.
Tennessee judge blocks Trump's use of National Guard in Memphis but gives time for government appeal.
Judge approves opioid settlement for Purdue Pharma and Sackler family members who own the company.
Texas governor declares Muslim civil rights group a terrorist organization.
Stocks drop after another jarring day as worries about too-high prices keep dogging Nvidia, bitcoin.
After years away from Washington, Saudi crown prince gets warm embrace from Trump, US business.
The Pistons win again to improve to 13-2, a record-setting season debut for the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, the top three stay the same in the latest CFP rankings, a four-time NFL MVP quarterback could play through an injury while another QB remains sidelined and a trade in baseball.
Cowboys will try to keep winning for Kneeland; mental health in the NFL.
Commissioner Jim Phillips says ACC freed to focus on future with legal fight resolved.
Russian aerial attacks target multiple Ukraine regions.
Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills 13 people, Lebanese ministry says.
1 Israeli killed and 3 wounded in West Bank attack as UN approves Trump's Gaza plan.
—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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19 min
November 18, 2025UN approves plan for Gaza; Cowboys honor Marshawn Kneeland
On today's episode:
UN approves the Trump administration's plan for the future of Gaza.
House heads toward vote on releasing Epstein files after Trump backtracks opposition.
FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after six months on the job.
Schoolgirl escapes as search continues for 24 others abducted in Nigeria.
NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says.
President Donald Trump unveils 'FIFA Pass' to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster.
Granddaughter of Charlotte's Web author upset with use of its title in immigration crackdown.
Judge scolds Justice Department for 'profound investigative missteps' in Comey case.
One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization, according to a new poll.
After weekend's Border Patrol surge in North Carolina, governor says effort is 'stoking fear.'
Foreign enrollment at US colleges holds steady, for now, despite Trump's visa crackdown.
New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills.
Group of South Carolina lawmakers look at the most restrictive abortion bill in the US.
Off-duty pilot who tried to cut a flight’s engines midair won't serve prison time, judge rules.
Nvidia, bitcoin and other falling stars drag the US stock market lower.
America’s Team gets back on track with a Monday night win, an NFL star wideout is suspended, a notable QB is sidelined by injury and another gets benched, a longtime Big Ten college football coach lands a new ACC gig, injury updates on three NBA stars and a new No. 1 in men’s college basketball.
Cowboys honor Marshawn Kneeland before facing Raiders in 1st game since his death.
Shedeur Sanders' NFL debut marred by home break-in during game, AP source says.
Man charged with murder in shooting of Oakland football coach and 'Last Chance U' star John Beam.
Ex-Browns QB Bernie Kosar has a liver transplant after more than a year on the waiting list.
Zelenskyy will visit Turkey in a new bid to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Australian prisoner sues for right to eat Vegemite.
Drone strikes Turkish tanker in Ukraine's Odesa, where US natural gas will go.
—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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20 min
November 17, 2025FAA lifts order slashing flights; Broncos win eighth straight game
On today's episode:
FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume their regular schedules.
In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files.
Off-duty pilot who tried to cut a flight’s engines midair to be sentenced in federal case.
New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is critically wounded in a Manhattan shooting.
Bangladesh's ousted PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death for student uprising crackdown.
Polish prime minister says weekend rail line explosion near Warsaw was act of 'sabotage.'
Border Patrol commander touts dozens of North Carolina arrests leaving residents 'overwhelmed.'
Aircraft carrier arrives in the Caribbean in major buildup near Venezuela.
Trump pardons Jan. 6 defendant for separate gun offense, releasing him from prison.
Aficionados fret as Trump moves to make pasta great again.
Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices.
Emails suggest Epstein's network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status.
Ford Motor shows off new high-tech HQ. It has a 'crown jewel' showroom and room for 4,000 employees.
4 law enforcement officers shot in rural Kansas responding to domestic violence call.
College football coach John Beam from ‘Last Chance U’ has died after being shot, Oakland police say.
Wall Street scrambles back from a big morning loss as Nvidia and bitcoin swing.
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announces his surprise retirement at age 59.
The Broncos keep pace atop the NFL with last-second victory, a four-time MVP QB exits with an injury, a five-TD performance in a top-10 matchup helps Georgia move up the AP Top 25 and Texas A&M rallies to stay unbeaten in college football, and the latest showdown between the top two rivals in tennis.
UN climate talks shift into higher gear with government ministers and presidency's new document.
Chile votes in a presidential poll pitting a communist against the far right.
Finland's president urges Europe to hold its nerve as he warns no ceasefire likely soon in Ukraine.
UK government poised to overhaul its asylum system as a political storm brews over migration.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is working on a prisoner exchange with Russia.
First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters.
Lebanon to file complaint against Israel for wall inside its territory.
Colombian officials say 7 children were killed in an airstrike against a rebel group this week.
Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35.
Israel returns 15 Palestinian bodies to Gaza, as Israeli settler attacks in the West Bank reached an all time high in October.
Once a shadowy dealmaker, former Zelenskyy associate is accused in Ukrainian corruption scandal.
A bus crashes into a bus stop in Stockholm, killing 3 people and injuring 3.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, US Catholic bishops select conservative culture warrior as leader, and a horror film explores the origin story of Jesus.
—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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28 min
November 15, 20255,200 cheeses compete for the World Cheese Awards
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Heady odors and sensory overload as 5,200 cheeses compete for the World Cheese Awards.
Crossing guards face life-threatening dangers on the job.
Solution goes on auction for CIA HQ's 'Kryptos' sculpture that has stumped code breakers for decades.
You can end a shutdown overnight — but you can’t reopen a government that fast.
Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says.
New prosecutor to take on Georgia election case against Trump and others.
Suspect arrested in shooting of ‘Last Chance U’ coach John Beam, Oakland police say.
A flooded restaurant in Thailand brings delight with swimming fish among diners.
Bills' Damar Hamlin says he was built to handle adversity even before cardiac arrest.
What we know about the Louvre heist from AP reporter John Leicester.
—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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26 min
November 14, 2025House moving toward Epstein files vote; Patriots win eighth straight
On today's episode:
House moving toward vote on Epstein files.
Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says.
Russia's massive attack on Kyiv kills 4, injures 27.
More than 150 Palestinians were held on a plane for around 12 hours in South Africa.
Last year’s third-overall draft pick is already proving himself to be one of the NFL’s best.
ACLU lawsuit alleges appalling conditions at California's largest immigration detention facility.
Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress.
BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim.
Melania Trump launches new 'Fostering the Future' effort to support foster youth with jobs, school.
Government employees back at work following shutdown.
FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work.
Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder.
Fast-moving blaze in picturesque California county damages 15 structures and prompts evacuations.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson.
10 years after the Bataclan massacre, Paris is still scarred by that night of terror.
The body of a coal miner has been found in a flooded West Virginia mine, the governor says.
Hundreds evacuated and dozens hospitalized after an ammonia gas leak in Oklahoma.
Families of two babies sickened by infantile botulism sue ByHeart over recalled formula.
Starbucks workers kick off 65-store US strike on company's busy Red Cup Day.
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises again, inching up to 6.24%.
New England wins its NFL-best eighth straight on Thursday Night Football, a Pro Bowl QB returns in the NFC West, the No. 2 ranked team avoids an upset in college basketball, Dodgers and Yankees stars claim baseball’s MVP awards, an MLB pitcher pleads not guilty to pitch rigging and a change atop the CFP selection committee.
Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade.
Baylor AD Rhoades takes leave, steps down as CFP chairman and is replaced by Arkansas AD Yurachek.
Gaza health officials say they have received the bodies of 15 Palestinians returned by Israel.
UN human rights body holds special session on Sudan after hundreds killed in Darfur's el-Fasher.
South Korean officials say 2 people dead, 18 others injured after truck plowed into market in city near Seoul.
—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 co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program with longtime entertainment reporter and film critic Bruce Miller.
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A UN watchdog says it has not been able to verify Iran's uranium status.
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