The news to know for Friday, December 5, 2025!

We'll tell you about the video of boat strikes played for lawmakers on Capitol Hill, and the two very different takeaways from it — depending on who you ask.

Also, there's finally been an arrest after years of speculation and conspiracy theories behind a D.C. pipe bomb investigation.

And a Supreme Court decision that could change the outcome of next year's midterms.

Plus: what to know about the run-up to the Winter Olympics, where Americans should brace for record-low temperatures today, and what people were searching for the most on Google this year.

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The news to know for Thursday, December 4, 2025!

We're talking about growing pressure on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth — and it's not only about that controversial boat strike; there's a new report about the "Signal" chat scandal, too.

Also, what's shown in newly released photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein's private island.

And why President Trump says he pardoned a Democratic lawmaker.

Plus: many Americans have gotten a vaccine without knowing it could slow dementia, gas-powered vehicles could be getting a new boost, and Spotify revealed the top podcasts and artists of 2025.

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The news to know for Wednesday, December 3, 2025!

We're talking about President Trump's latest controversial pardon — this time, a foreign leader convicted of flooding the U.S. with drugs.

Also, we'll tell you where ICE is heading next, as the latest immigration crackdown focuses on people from one particular country.

Plus: a surprise boost for so-called "Trump Accounts" for kids, a first-of-its-kind lawsuit pitting one American city against ultra-processed foods, and a Netflix show that's breaking records and moving to the big screen.

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The news to know for Tuesday, December 2, 2025!

We'll tell you about the meeting President Trump held with top officials in the face of growing questions about his military buildup — and one controversial decision in particular.

Also, where the third winter storm in just one week is hitting the U.S. this time.

Plus: new rules coming for anyone without a Real ID, a bad day for Bitcoin — raising fears of another "crypto winter," and what to know about travel discounts and the need for giving on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.

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The news to know for Monday, December 1, 2025!

What to know about the gunman who shot two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., and how the shooting is now impacting immigration policy.

Also, why both Democrats and Republicans are now demanding answers from the Trump administration about boat strikes in the Caribbean.

And where winter weather is now headed after slowing down holiday traffic.

Plus: we'll explain President Trump's latest big legal win, the case pitting Michael Jordan against NASCAR, and what kind of deals you can expect on this Cyber Monday.

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For the weekend after Thanksgiving, we turn to a personal question for this episode: Are you happy?

Filmmaker and content creator Atdhe Trepca joins us to share what he learned after spending years asking strangers that very question in a viral series that's reached millions around the world. He breaks down the powerful patterns that emerged, how gratitude shapes happiness across cultures, and how the project ultimately changed his own life.

And yes — we turn the question back on each other, too.

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The news to know for Wednesday, November 26, 2025!

We'll tell you how the holiday travel rush is going so far.

And why the FBI is looking to interview a group of Democrats.

Also, the next step for a Ukrainian peace plan, as drawn up by the U.S.

Plus: where to go if the turkey burns this Thanksgiving, when holiday sales are expected to bring the best discounts, and what to know about the floats, balloons, and performances at this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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The news to know for Tuesday, November 25, 2025!

We'll tell you why criminal charges against President Trump's opponents were dropped and what's expected to happen next.

Also, what to know about tornadoes that left behind a trail of destruction, and where the threat is heading now.

Plus, what to expect from the holiday travel rush, which scams to avoid during Black Friday shopping, and how the White House is celebrating Thanksgiving today.

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The news to know for Monday, November 24, 2025!

We'll tell you about high-stakes talks that could help bring peace to Ukraine.

Also, we're talking about a shift in conservative American politics as President Trump parts ways with a far-right politician and embraces a far-left one.

Plus, when and where storms could disrupt holiday travel, why some popular children's products are being recalled, and how much it will cost to host Thanksgiving dinner this year.

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Political tension may be the uninvited guest at the table this Thanksgiving. Research shows roughly a quarter of Americans are estranged from at least one family member, and family therapist Angela Caldwell says she's seen a major rise in families divided over politics.

Today, she breaks down why disagreements feel more personal than ever, and she offers practical strategies for how families can better navigate tough conversations.

The goal? Ensure holiday gatherings don't turn into holiday blowups — or even family break-ups.

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