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    New Tariffs, Cyclospora Outbreak Expands, United Ditches Some Middle Seats and More

    2026/07/24 | 7 mins.
    The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on dozens of America’s trading partners. Families of victims in a Georgia school shooting address the suspect in court. Cases linked to the massive cyclospora outbreak expand to more states - we'll tell you where. CNN is on board a Philippine vessel as Chinese ships blast it with water cannon near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. And United Airlines is getting rid of some middle seats – but it’ll cost you if you want to sit in the roomier rows.
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    New Iran threat, Cracks in Gig Economy, Beluga Whale Transfer and more

    2026/07/24 | 8 mins.
    President Trump says that Iran is “not ready” for a deal after 13 nights of strikes. The gunman who killed a Minnesota lawmaker gets two life terms, plus 40 years. The Department of Justice withdraws subpoenas against New York Times reporters. A new study shows a growing number of gig workers rely on public assistance. Plus, two Beluga whales get new homes.
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    US-Iran Ceasefire Prospects, NYT Subpoenas Withdrawn, Future of Peptides and more

    2026/07/23 | 6 mins.
    President Trump weighs in on the chances of renewed peace talks with Iran amid escalating strikes. The Justice Department is dropping subpoenas against three New York Times reporters – we have details. The FDA is reviewing certain rules around controversial peptides – we'll break down today’s vote. The man who shot and killed a Minnesota lawmaker has been sentenced. Plus, how the affordability crisis is affecting Amazon and gig economy workers.
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    Red Sea Rage, Police Shooting Outrage, Google Fined and More

    2026/07/23 | 7 mins.
    The Iran-backed Houthi rebels claim to have struck two oil tankers in the Red Sea, potentially opening a new front in the US-Iran war. President Donald Trump adds a new condition to an already controversial nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. Outraged protesters take to the streets in Madison, Wisconsin after a deadly police shooting. The EU has hit Google with a billion-dollar fine – we’ll tell you why. And rugby gets a drag queen makeover.
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    The War With Iran Widens, Bertha's Threat, Meta Case Dropped and more

    2026/07/23 | 7 mins.
    The war with Iran widens as Houthis target ships in the Red Sea. Tropical storm Bertha fuels a serious threat to the East Coast. The Secret Service is investigating one of their own for a suspected leak surrounding Vice President Vance’s travel plans. A Florida teen drops their addiction case against Meta. Plus, the New Bedford Whaling Museum turns a bad review into merch.
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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.
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