Heat Death of the Universe is a tragicomic End-Times-inspired podcast about a wide range of subjects falling under the enormous Janus-faced purview of cultural and political commentary.
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For years Alex "WORLDWIDE" Kellar has stated that 1995 was the Greatest Year Ever In (american) Cinema. Now it's time to prove it (maybe, who cares)
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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.
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265・Pretendin' in an An-Prim Paradise
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1:49:17We look at a truncated overview of humanity's various oppositions to technological development, from Diogenes to The Dark Mountain Project, after laughing wildly at various insanities from the most recent news-cycle involving John "Shrekton LaVey" Fetterman and some unknown so-called president of the United States of America. Recorded on Saturday, …
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"No Right (Or Wrong) Way To (Not) Launch A Nuke" Crimson Tide (1995) w/Heat Death Of The Universe
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1:23:35Nuclear war. Good? Bad? Who cares, it's Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington on a submarine. We're talking CRIMSON TIDE (1995) with Tim and Josh from the Heat Death Of The Universe podcast. Listen to Heat Death Of The Universe RIP Dave Thomas Give someone in Gaza some moneyBy Alex Kellar
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5 Good Things: Kermit the Frog’s Advice to 2025 Grads
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16:51“The Office” star teamed up with a nonprofit to offer free prom tickets to students impacted by the Eaton fire in Los Angeles. Kermit the Frog delivered a commencement speech at the University of Maryland. With months to live, this man is hitting the road to give back in all 50 states. A mini pony escaped from a rescue farm, and where she ended up …
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Nippon-US Steel merger, Germany’s knife attack, Billy Joel cancels tour & more
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6:53President Donald Trump has greenlit a controversial deal blocked by former President Joe Biden. A fifth round of high-stakes nuclear talks between the US and Iran ended with limited progress. Several people are seriously injured in a knife attack in Germany. Police arrested a sixth suspected accomplice in a New Orleans jail break. Plus, we’ll expla…
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Ban against Harvard paused, stocks tumble, new AI model & more
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6:45Harvard University is getting temporary relief from the Trump administration’s enrollment ban. Investors have a trade problem to worry about again. A record number of Americans are applying to start a new life across the pond. We’ll tell you how Mahmoud Khalil’s attempt to stop his deportation went in court. And, artificial intelligence may be one …
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Harvard University sues, Apple tariff warning, major prisoner swap & more
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6:41Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration as it fights to keep international students. President Donald Trump is threatening Apple over its iPhone production. Ukraine and Russia are exchanging hundreds of prisoners. There’s been another arrest over that New Orlean’s jail break. Plus, Trump says an African American hist…
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Nuclear talks, Trump’s bill faces Senate pushback, rare storm & more
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6:47The US and Iran are meeting for nuclear talks, but their messaging beforehand didn’t match up. President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill" is facing resistance in the Senate. More details are emerging about yesterday’s plane crash in San Diego. Trump's Oval Office photo evidence is being debunked. Plus, we’ll tell you where a rare May storm will…
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University battles heat up, Iran not hopeful, Memorial Day travel & more
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6:46The Trump administration is hitting out at elite Universities in the US again. Iranian officials aren’t feeling optimistic ahead of talks with the US. There’s good news and bad news for your travel plans over Memorial Day weekend. The deadline for government autism research appears to have moved. Plus, Germany is doing something it hasn’t done sinc…
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Trump-Harvard fight escalates, DC shooting suspect, rising mortgage rates & more
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6:57The Trump administration’s feud with Harvard University is impacting international students. We have new information on a fiery, business jet crash in a San Diego neighborhood. The man suspected of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington DC appeared in court. A critical hearing over a motion to stop Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation is underw…
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Supreme Court deadlock, Kid Cudi testimony, no more pennies & more
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6:38A high-profile challenge over the nation’s first religious charter school is left in place – for now. The first “Make American Healthy Again” report tackles chronic disease in children. NOAA has released its hurricane forecast for 2025. Rapper Kid Cudi took the stand in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Plus, the US Treasury's plan to kill the penny…
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San Diego plane crash, Gaza aid, lesbian legal battle & more
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6:42We start with reactions to the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, DC. Aid has been delivered to Gaza, but UN officials say its not enough. A business jet crash in San Diego left multiple casualties. The US bond market responds to Trump’s tax cut bill. And, we tell you why some lesbian moms in Italy are celebrating today. …
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House passes Trump’s bill, Workday AI lawsuit, legend fights again & more
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6:47In a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, the House has passed President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill. We’re learning more details about the shooting that killed two Israeli embassy staffers. A Columbia University student has a key immigration hearing today. HR software company Workday is being sued over its job applicant screening. Plus, a box…
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Embassy staffers shot, ‘gold card’ visas, band member terror charge & more
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6:48Two Israeli embassy workers have been killed in a shooting in Washington, DC. House lawmakers have been debating President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” all night and a vote is expected soon. Wealthy foreign nationals may soon be able to register for Trump’s “gold card” visa. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he’ll hold monthly prayer meet…
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Tax bill impasse, Qatar’s luxury jet accepted, 'tush push’ allowed & more
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6:30President Donald Trump has met with key GOP holdouts to work through major roadblocks to pass his agenda. We have new developments on the plane from Qatar that raised ethical and legal questions for the White House. We’ll break down the latest ruling on Trump’s deportation flights. The FDA is cracking down on off-brand Ozempic products. Plus, the N…
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Trump’s ‘white genocide’ claims, police reform reversal, Chris Brown bail & more
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6:46We start with a tense White House meeting between President Donald Trump and South Africa’s president. The Trump administration is putting police reform on the chopping block in two major cities. Israel may be planning to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. Target is facing more financial pressure since its DEI rollback. Plus, the latest on Chris Br…
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Johnson’s optimism, rich get richer, travel summer of hell & more
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6:44House Speaker Mike Johnson says he’s still planning to the GOP’s policy package to a vote today. The bill is expected to be good news for America’s wealthiest, who are still getting richer. Airlines are preparing for a tough summer after a turbulent first half of the year. Democratic Congressman Gerry Connolly has died. And, we’ll bring you an upda…
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Elon Musk’s future, melting ice sheets, American veteran released & more
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6:47Elon Musk gets candid about his recommitment to Tesla. The US Homeland Security secretary incorrectly defined a legal principle the president may suspend. Scientists are giving a new warning about the world’s ice sheets. One of nine Americans declared wrongfully detained in Venezuela has been released. Plus, we’ll tell you who took the stand today …
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Gaza starvation warning, Russian kill order, ‘Cheers’ actor dies & more
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6:42UNICEF says children are dying of malnutrition in Gaza, as international pressure on Israel mounts. We’ll tell you what’s being proposed in the GOP’s tax and spending bill. A radio transmission appears to show Russian troops being told to kill soldiers as they surrender. The sheriff who oversees the New Orleans jail where 10 inmates escaped says sh…
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Trump’s bill race, Andrew Cuomo investigation, ‘Golden Dome’ plans & more
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6:28House Republicans are rushing to get President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill passed. South Africa’s president is in the US to try to mend frosty relations. We’ll tell you why the Justice Department is investigating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Multiple tornadoes were reported in the Southeastern US yesterday, and the threat isn’t ov…
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Covid vaccine shakeup, battle over Trump agenda, Israel trade suspensions & more
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6:51We’ll tell you what changes to the way the FDA approves Covid-19 vaccines could mean for Americans. House GOP members are still divided over President Donald Trump’s agenda after his personal pitch. Israel is facing pressure from other countries amid its new offensive in Gaza. The added costs of Trump’s tariffs have started to hurt Home Depot. Plus…
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Trump meets with House GOP, Earth sciences cuts, Mexican Navy ship crash & more
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6:35President Donald Trump met with House Republicans to try to get his legislative agenda over the finish line. One of the sticking points for House GOP members is the state and local tax deduction – we’ll explain. Federal agencies that track and monitor earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis face serious cuts. We break down what we know and don’t know a…
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GOP at odds, Qatar jet narrative, thousands of chicks abandoned & more
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6:45President Donald Trump is trying to bring two groups of House Republicans in line. Severe weather is bringing a tornado risk to areas already badly hit. There are questions about whether Qatar offered the US a jet, or if the Trump administration asked for it. We’ll tell you why a Democratic congresswoman has been charged. Plus, 12,000 chicks were l…
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Trump on Capitol Hill, inmate escape fallout, safe sunscreens & more
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6:30President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin had different takes on yesterday’s call. Meanwhile, Trump is trying to convince GOP hardliners to back his “big, beautiful bill.” Israel is facing international pressure over its new offensive in Gaza. Four out of 10 escaped New Orleans inmates have been captured. Plus, a lot of sunscreens be…
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Brooklyn Bridge collision latest, Israel’s new offensive, CBS exec resigns & more
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6:38Federal investigators are on the site of a deadly collision at New York’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Israel faces intensive pressure from allies after a new ground offensive over the weekend. Three witnesses testified in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal trial. Organizations are pushing back on a bill by House Republicans on AI regulation. Plus, an…
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High-stakes call, SCOTUS ruling, post-Brexit deal & more
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6:47We start with key points on a notably long phone conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Supreme Court has ruled on an immigration case that could lead to deportations. We have details on the UK and EU’s landmark deal “resetting" their post-Brexit relationship. Former President Joe Biden addressed his c…
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Trump and Putin talk, explicit deepfakes law, rail strike over & more
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6:14President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are on the phone. Trump has warned companies against raising prices because of the global trade war. Week 2 of the federal criminal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs begins. A new law is being signed today to help victims of deepfake images. Plus, New Jersey’s trains are about to get back o…
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'Big, beautiful' bill advances, Biden treatment options, severe weather update & more
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6:46Trump’s sweeping tax and spending cuts bill has cleared a key hurdle. Former President Joe Biden and his family are reviewing treatment options for his prostate cancer diagnosis. Severe storms and tornados are set to hit parts of the US today. Police have identified the suspect from the Palm Springs fertility clinic explosion. Plus, a manhunt is un…
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Trump-Putin call, Biden cancer diagnosis, Pope Leo’s first mass & more
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6:41President Donald Trump is set to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin today. Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Israel has launched a major ground offensive in Gaza, alongside deadly airstrikes. There’s an update on how a Mexican ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus, what Pope Leo XIV said in his first m…
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One Thing: What to Expect When You’re Expecting More Tariffs
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22:28The US and China have agreed to drastically walk back their trade war – for now. But will consumers feel the pain anyway? The co-founder of a baby products company tells us why he isn’t afraid to talk to his customers about tariffs. Guest: Michael Wieder, Lalo co-founder Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call u…
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5 Good Things: Robots & Pig Organs: The Future of Organ Transplants
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16:06A woman who hadn’t used CPR in 40 years didn’t hesitate when it mattered most. In Staten Island, a deli manager is giving kids with good grades way more than sugar highs. A newer organ transplant approach could mean less pain, quicker recovery and more donors. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes us inside the labs and the lives reshaped by cutting-edge tr…
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US loses perfect credit rating, tornado forecast, New Orleans prison break & more
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6:49The Supreme Court has delivered a blow to the Trump administration’s immigration agenda. The US lost its last perfect credit rating, while consumer confidence has plummeted amid President Donald Trump’s tariff war. Cassie Ventura’s has finished testifying in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ federal criminal. We’ll tell you where the Midwestern storms are headed…
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Ukraine peace talks, Trump offers help to Gaza, GOP bill stumbles & more
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6:48European leaders have condemned Russia’s peace demands after talks in Istanbul. Trump says he wants to do a ‘good job’ to help the situation in Gaza. Several GOP hardliners have voted against Trump's bill. We reveal how Sean 'Diddy' Combs' defense team are cross-examining Cassie Ventura. Plus, why Musk’s AI bot drew condemnation this week. Learn mo…
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Tariff deal warning, strong tornado threat, female artist record sale & more
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6:44President Donald Trump has given 150 countries weeks to make a deal with the US or face more tariffs. Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a prisoner swap, but not a ceasefire. The eastern US is under threat from strong tornadoes. We’ll tell you what a veteran air traffic controller has to say about those Newark airport outages. Plus, a female artist …
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Russia-Ukraine talks, NYU diploma withheld, UnitedHealth imploding & more
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6:29Russia and Ukraine have sat down for their first talks since 2022, but hopes aren’t high. A New Jersey Transit strike means rail commuters are being encouraged to work from home. There are concerns about an American aid organization making promises for Gaza. We’ll tell you why NYU is withholding a student’s diploma after his commencement speech. An…
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NJ Transit strike, ‘sextortion’ ring arrests, Chris Brown charged & more
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6:46President Donald Trump is wrapping up his trip to the Middle East. New York commuters are facing chaos as New Jersey Transit workers go on strike over pay. Ukraine and Russia are once again meant to be meeting in Turkey. The FBI has broken up a “sextortion” ring that allegedly targeted thousands of minors around the world. Plus, Chris Brown is faci…
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Birthright citizenship debate, Florida bans fluoride, gene edited baby & more
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6:46We start with key moments from the Supreme Court’s hearing on President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order. Israel is ramping up strikes in Gaza, killing dozens. Another state is banning fluoride in public drinking water. We’ll tell you where dangerous storms are developing in the US. Plus, the custom therapy that’s helping a desperately i…
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Putin no-show, Wisconsin judge’s arraignment, toxic seaweed record & more
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6:52Russia’s president isn’t the only person who’s not attending Ukraine-Russia peace talks. A Wisconsin judge faces prison time for helping a man evade immigration agents. The defense is cross-examining Cassie Ventura in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal trial. The Atlantic Ocean has a toxic seaweed problem. And, we'll tell you where this popular U…
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"Dolph Lundgren Crucifixion" Johnny Mnemonic (1995) w/Aaron Melnick
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1:43:26NOW WE'RE TALKIN' CYBERCORE. Sci-fi author/guitar shredder/drum banger Aaron Melnick is on the show to talk Keanu Reeve's pre-Matrix cyberpunk flick JOHNNY MNEMONIC (1995). Check out Aaron's sci-fi novel BRINGING OUT THE BEAST Aaron drums and Kellar yells in a lil band called CORTAR. They have TAPES FOR SALE. They're playing a gig JUNE 1ST IN CLEVE…
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Birthright citizenship hearing, Walmart prices, FEMA ‘not ready’ & more
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6:55The Supreme Court is listening to arguments over part of President Donald Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship. Trump says that the US is getting “very close” to a possible nuclear deal with Iran. New inflation figures are out, while Walmart announces price hikes because of tariffs. FEMA says it's not ready for the upcoming hurricane season. …
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Peace talk confusion, oil prices drop, TikTok horror & more
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6:37There’s more uncertainty over who, if anyone, will go to peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Turkey today. President Donald Trump has suggested that India has offered a "no tariff" trade deal with the US. We’ll tell you why global oil prices have fallen. CNN’s Jake Tapper’s new book reveals more details about former President Joe Biden’s phys…
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Birthright citizenship fight, Russia-Ukraine peace talks, mass shooting plot & more
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6:28President Donald Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship is going to the Supreme Court today. It’s still unclear who will be at today's scheduled peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey. Trump is heading to the United Arab Emirates for the final leg of his Middle East tour. Americans are changing their spending habits because of economi…
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Trial by Jury: Cassie’s Words Hit Hard. Will Diddy's Team Pivot?
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20:43On day three of Diddy’s federal criminal trial, Cassie Ventura wrapped up her harrowing testimony — and the effects were immediate. Her words, and the disturbing details of Diddy’s alleged abuse and so-called “freak offs," will have a big impact on the defense's strategy when they cross examine her tomorrow. In the latest episode of CNN's new Trial…
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Tax bill debate, Cassie’s second day in trial, MLB’s historic decision & more
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6:44We start with the latest on President Donald Trump’s tax and spending cuts package. House lawmakers pressed RFK Jr. on vaccinations during his congressional hearing. We have key takeaways from Cassie Ventura’s second day on the stand in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial. We have an update on another high-profile student detained by immigration aut…
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Tariffs’ impact on ports, US drug overdose deaths, flooding rescues & more
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6:07We start with the potential impact of US and China’s tariff de-escalation on America’s ports. The nation could be at risk of rolling back on progress made with drug overdose deaths. We’ll tell you about the latest shakeup within the Trump administration. Dangerous flash flooding forced search and rescue operations in multiple states. Plus, a rock c…
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Qatar deal, GOP advances tax bill, screwworm fears & more
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6:39President Donald Trump received a lavish welcome in Qatar and the two countries have already announced a deal. The UN is calling for the end of Israel’s blockade on Gaza. A portion of Trump’s sweeping tax and spending cuts package is a step closer to a full floor vote. The US is pausing the transport of some livestock, to curb the spread of a flesh…
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Trump lands in Qatar, Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’, city’s first Black mayor & more
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6:00President Donald Trump has touched down in Qatar after a meeting with Syria’s leader earlier today. The FAA is meeting with airlines to talk about reducing flights at Newark Liberty International Airport. Texas is experiencing extreme heat as another state deals with flooding. Europe is targeting Russia’s “shadow fleet” with new sanctions. Plus, a …
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Tariff roll-back starts, Menendez brothers resentenced, grocery staple gets cheaper & more
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6:43The agreement to roll-back tariffs between China and the US starts today, but you’re still likely pay more for some goods. President Donald Trump has met with the leader of Syria. The Menendez brothers have been resentenced over their parents' murders. Cassie Ventura is expected to testify again today. Plus, an item on your shopping list is finally…
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Israel targets Hamas leader, GOP's tax plans, Google’s scam solution & more
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6:44We’ll break down President Donald Trump’s first day of his trip to the Middle East. Israel has targeted Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar in a hospital strike in Gaza. Some controversial proposals have been revealed in the House GOP’s tax bills. Cassie Ventura’s testimony in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial continues in the courtroom. Plus, Google has a soluti…
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Syria sanctions, more Harvard funding pulled, Cassie Ventura testimony & more
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6:44President Donald Trump has revealed where the US stands in the Middle East. The Trump administration has announced more funding cuts to Harvard. Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky has said what he wants out of a potential meeting with Vladimir Putin on Thursday. Sean Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura is testifying in his criminal trial. Plus,…
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Trump’s Saudi deals, Biden's physical decline, Kim Kardashian testifies & more
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6:47Inflation cooled unexpectedly last month, and US tariff revenue surged. President Donald Trump has signed several new agreements with Saudi Arabia. A report says one in five people are facing starvation in Gaza. A new book sheds some light on former President Joe Biden’s health and physical abilities during his last months in office. Plus, Kim Kard…
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