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February 10, 2025Eagles deny Chiefs a Super Bowl 3-peat; Trump talks tariffs, Gaza
In today's episode: The Philadelphia Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl; President Donald Trump, who attended the game, discussed tariffs and the future of the Gaza Strip; an AI summit is underway; and outrage from Palestinians over the future of the Middle East.
Trump official orders consumer protection agency to stop work.
Federal judge blocks Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing sensitive US Treasury Department material.
Veterans Affairs deems more than 130 occupations ineligible for Trump's deferred resignation plan.
Justice Department says it won't release the names of FBI agents who worked on Jan. 6 riot cases.
More active duty troops will head to US-Mexico border, bringing the total to 3,600.
Trump administration withdraws support for transgender minors in Tennessee case at the Supreme Court.
The remains of all 10 people killed in Alaska plane crash have been recovered, authorities say.
Dolly, the oldest rhino in the US, has died at a Tennessee zoo at age 56.
Stock market today: Wall Street slumps almost 1% as worries worsen about inflation and tariffs.
The Eagles earn their second Super Bowl championship with a rout of the Chiefs, the Jets officially move on from a four-time NFL MVP, an NBA superstar is set to debut with his new team, another hoops star will miss the NBA All-Star Game with an injury and a first-time victory in golf.
Arrests in luxury home burglaries targeting NFL, NBA players are the 'tip of the iceberg.'
Woman is accused of stealing from a TV reporter found dead at his hotel before the Super Bowl.
Trudeau says Canada must think ‘tactically and strategically' on dealing with Trump's tariff threats.
Pope's point-man on migration and aid concerned about USAID cuts, alarmed at US migrant crackdown.
President Donald Trump has followed through with a promise to punish South Africa for what he calls human rights violations against white South Africans.
Israel releases dozens of Palestinian prisoners, part of ceasefire deal.
—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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22 min
February 08, 2025Super Bowl Sunday, a moment for bald eagles and religion news
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
The Chiefs' aim for a three-peat as they face the Eagles in the Super Bowl.
Kendrick Lamar gets ready for the Super Bowl halftime show.
Meet the woman keeping the adorable pups happy at this year's 'Puppy Bowl.'
Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years.
American bald eagles are having a moment, ecologically and culturally.
Dramatic drop in monarch butterfly count nears record 30-year low.
Scientists solve the mystery of sea turtles' 'lost years.'
Suit up! Met Gala reveals dress code and a slate of new celeb hosts.
A spine-zapping implant helped 3 people with a muscle-wasting disease walk better.
Forced leaves start for thousands at USAID under a Trump plan to gut the foreign aid agency.
Paradox Museum Miami takes guests through a 21st century funhouse of mind-boggling illusions.
How an ancient asteroid strike carved out 2 grand canyons on the moon
The heist of 100,000 eggs in Pennsylvania becomes a whodunit that police have yet to crack.
How to cook the perfect boiled egg, according to science.
Only on AP The broadcasts of a Russian spy ship that military officials say hit trouble off Syria.
Palestinians fear a repeat of their 1948 mass expulsion in the wake of Trump's remarks on Gaza.
Making climate-friendly lifestyle choices isn't always easy. India learned the hard way.
The number of snakes removed from this Australian yard will make you shudder.
—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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17 min
February 07, 2025Negotiations with Iran unlikely; NFL award winners revealed
In today's episode: The latest on potential nuclear talks with Iran, an executive order tied to the International Criminal Court, a missing plane and potential tariffs.
Elon Musk uses his X ownership and White House position to push President Donald Trump's priorities, intimidate detractors.
Trump administration plans to slash all but a fraction of USAID jobs, officials say.
Trump tells prayer breakfast he wants to root out 'anti-Christian bias' and urges 'bring God back.'
Trump blames 'obsolete' US air traffic control system for the plane and chopper collision near DC.
2nd federal judge in 2 days blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order.
12 states to sue over DOGE access to government payment systems containing personal data.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign.
Senate confirms Project 2025 architect Russell Vought to lead powerful White House budget office.
Newsom wants to speed up a delayed rule to make California homes more fire resistant.
Bond set at $20M for man accused in shooting at Ohio warehouse that killed 2 and wounded 4.
Freezing hikers stuck in waist-deep snow rescued during Mount Washington whiteout.
Stock market today Wall Street finishes mixed as strong fashion, tobacco stocks offset Ford's drop.
US applications for jobless benefits rose to 219,000 last week, but layoffs remain relatively low.
Irv Gotti, music executive who created Murder Inc. Records, dies at 54.
Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Josh Allen wins AP MVP at NFL Honors.
NCAA changes transgender policy to limit women's competition to athletes assigned female at birth.
UN Secretary General says Palestinians rights must be honored.
Australia’s federal lawmakers advance hate crime laws almost unanimously.
Bank of England halves UK growth projection and cuts main interest rate to 4.50%.
Mexico deploys the first of 10,000 National Guard troops to US border after Trump's tariff threat.
Philippine vice president preparing for impeachment battle but silent on option to resign.
Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of a captured eastern Congolese city they are safe.
Ukraine says its long-range drones hit a Russian airfield as France delivers Mirage fighter jets.
—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
February 06, 2025Israel prepares for Gaza exodus; second type of bird flu detected
In today's episode: The latest on the status of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and President Donald Trump's plan for the territory, the deadline for federal workers to take a buyout has arrives and widening racial gap in deaths of mothers around the time of childbirth.
Trump signs executive order intended to bar transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports.
Trump’s demand that US aid workers return home sparks outrage in Washington and anxiety overseas.
USAID workers scramble for answers after Trump pulls almost all of them off the job worldwide.
US officials now say Trump only wants to displace Palestinians from Gaza temporarily.
Nonprofit's lawsuit over the federal funding freeze is part of an 'avalanche' of litigation.
West Point shuts down clubs based on gender, race and ethnicity in response to Trump's DEI policies.
Second type of bird flu detected in US dairy cows.
Trump’s birthright citizenship order gets put on hold by 2nd federal judge.
Thousands protest Trump administration policies in cities across the US.
Is it real or is it a trick Federal workers debate legitimacy of buyout offer as deadline nears.
Pam Bondi is sworn in as attorney general as the Justice Department braces for major shakeup.
Black church in DC that was vandalized by the Proud Boys gains control over the group's trademark.
Boy who protected sister from plane crash debris is making 'miraculous' recovery.
California's insurance crisis leaves neighbors facing unequal recovery after wildfires.
Wisconsin couple sues Walgreens and Optum Rx, saying son died after $500 price rise for asthma meds.
Suspect arrested in fatal shooting at a cosmetics warehouse in Ohio, officials say.
Stock market today Most of Wall Street rises as earnings reporting season ramps up.
Fast fashion, laptops and toys are likely to cost more due to US tariffs on Chinese imports.
USPS lifts suspension of parcels from Hong Kong and China, reversing decision from a day earlier.
Super Bowl secondary-ticket prices high but much less than last year's game.
Pete Alonso stays with Mets, agreeing to $54 million, 2-year contract, AP source says.
Jimmy Butler is headed to the Golden State Warriors, Andrew Wiggins to Miami Heat, AP source says.
Bucks are adding Kyle Kuzma and sending Khris Middleton to the Wizards in a trade, AP source says.
Players' union boss Lloyd Howell 'No one wants to play an 18th game' in regular season.
Rahim Al-Hussaini is named the new Aga Khan, spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims.
—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
February 05, 2025Iran praises foreign aid cuts; Trump offers to take over Gaza
In today's episode: Iran’s government seems to be welcoming decisions by the United States, federal workers plan protests, Palestinians push back on President Donald Trump's offer to take over Gaza, and an organizst celebrates Bach.
Elon Musk tightens grip on federal government as Democrats raise alarms.
USAID direct hires put on leave worldwide, except those deemed essential.
FBI agents sue over Justice Dept. effort to ID employees involved in Trump-related investigations.
First military flight to send migrants to Guantanamo Bay is set to depart, official says.
Trump says he's exploring option to send jailed US criminals to other countries.
Trump says he's given advisers instructions for Iran to be 'obliterated' if it assassinates him.
RFK Jr. appears on track to become US health secretary as he wins key Republican senator's support.
Designs unveiled for replacement of Baltimore bridge almost a year after deadly collapse.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin mimics the moon's gravity for NASA experiments during spaceflight.
Stock market today Calm returns to Wall Street, and tech stocks lead US indexes higher.
US job openings fall to 7.6 million in December, suggesting the job market is slowing but healthy.
The man charged with stabbing Salman Rushdie is going on trial. The author will take the stand.
Lawyers for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni get a reality check from federal judge.
Joel Embiid dominates for the 76ers in a return from injury, Luka Doncic speaks for first time since his trade to Lakers, Chiefs coach Andy Reid plans to stick around after Super Bowl LIX, a multi-time major winner in tennis retires, the mother of an iconic golfer dies and more.
Sweden's worst mass shooting leaves at least 11 dead, 5 seriously wounded at adult education center;
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims, has died at age 88;
As quakes rattle Greek islands, a few brave tourists enjoy having Santorini to themselves;
—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
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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22 min
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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25 min
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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22 min
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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19 min
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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23 min

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