The news to know for Monday, January 5, 2026!

We'll tell you about the U.S. military raid that captured Venezuela's leader, what the Trump administration wants from the country, and which other nations are now being warned they could be next.

Also, who was allegedly behind a failed New Year's Eve terror plot on the East Coast, and why President Trump called off his plans for the National Guard.

Plus: people are increasingly betting on major world events, controversy is already swirling over Mamdani's first acts as New York City mayor, and the first awards shows of the year could give us clues about who may sweep them all.

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As 2026 gets underway, many people feel pressure to set big goals and hit the ground running — but that mindset can quickly lead to stress or burnout.

In this Special Edition, clinical psychologist and Generation Anxiety author Dr. Lauren Cook joins us to talk about why New Year's resolutions so often fall apart, how anxiety plays a role, and what it can look like to approach change in a way that actually feels doable and even fun!

It's a conversation about starting the year with a little less pressure, and a lot more intention and joy.

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The news to know for Wednesday, December 31, 2025!

We're talking about New Year's Eve celebrations—from where the biggest events are happening, to what authorities are doing to ramp up security, and how the weather is expected to impact it all.

Also, which state is losing all of its child care funding from the federal government.

And how health care is getting more expensive for some Americans, but cheaper for others.

Plus: a rundown of significant new laws taking effect tomorrow, a preview of the most iconic college football games, and a new future for several classic characters—from Betty Boop to Nancy Drew.

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The news to know for Tuesday, December 30, 2025!

We're talking about what could be a dramatic escalation between the Trump administration and Venezuela, and the latest warnings from a dangerous winter weather system in the U.S.

We'll also tell you why charges were dropped against an influencer shot in an immigration operation.

Plus, what to know about a surge of new flu cases, a wave of cancellations at the Kennedy Center, and the latest milestone for the most decorated artist in Grammy history: Beyoncé.

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The news to know for Monday, December 29, 2025!

We'll tell you how winter weather is putting millions of Americans on alert, including those trying to get home for the holidays.

And why President Trump says peace in Ukraine could be closer than ever.

Also, we're explaining a new FBI investigation into what could be a massive fraud scheme in Minnesota.

Plus: how stores are changing the rules for gift returns, how common "AI slop" really is, and why the Times Square ball is dropping twice this New Year's Eve.

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As we wrap up 2025 and head into a new year, we're taking a moment to focus on something we could all use more of: good news.

Branden Harvey from Good Good Good joins us to count down the 10 most popular good news stories of the year. These are stories of kindness, creativity, and community — small acts with big ripple effects — reminding us that good is happening all around us, and that we can all play a part in it.

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The news to know for Wednesday, December 24, 2025!

We're talking about the largest batch of Epstein Files released so far. They contain many more mentions of President Trump, though the White House says some are fake.

Also, what the U.S. Supreme Court decided about efforts to send the National Guard into an American city.

Plus: how some people are now watching the controversial 60 Minutes segment that was pulled from last weekend's show, who's most likely to get a holiday bonus from their employer this year, and where Americans are expected to see a white Christmas.

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The news to know for Tuesday, December 23, 2025!

We're talking about the next push to expand the immigration crackdown in the U.S. in the new year.

And why dozens of American diplomats were just removed from their jobs.

Also: what to expect from a new "Trump class" of Navy battleships.

Plus: approval for a promising new weight-loss pill that's like Ozempic, controversy surrounding a 60 Minutes episode that hasn't aired, and new artwork from the elusive street artist Banksy—that seems a bit different from much of his other work.

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The news to know for Monday, December 22, 2025!

We'll tell you what is and isn't in the latest big batch of Epstein Files, and why some lawmakers are now talking about impeachment.

Also, we'll recap President Trump's final rally of the year.

And the Trump administration's latest deal to lower certain drug prices.

Plus: what to expect if you're traveling this Christmas week, how the weather will—or won't—cooperate with holiday plans, and when you'll get a chance to win one of the largest jackpots in Powerball history.

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For a lot of Americans right now, the economy feels uncertain. There's a lot of noise and politics around what's happening, but what does the data actually show?

In this episode, Moody's Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi breaks down where the U.S. economy really stands, from the job market and inflation to Federal Reserve decisions, trade policy, and the growing role of AI. He explains what matters most for everyday Americans and what he's watching closely as we head into 2026.

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