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Democrats Say F.B.I. Is Investigating Them, and U.S. Plans Gaza Compounds Now playing
Nov 26, 2025 · 00:09:02

Plus, some piping hot Thanksgiving takes.Here’s what we’re covering:Democrats Say F.B.I. Is Investigating Them Over Illegal Orders Video by Greg JaffeU.S. Announces Negotiated Prices for 15 Drugs Under Medicare by Rebec…

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Trump’s Retribution Campaign Hits a Major Roadblock, and Health Care Costs Set to Surge Now playing
Nov 25, 2025 · 00:09:59

Plus, what a social media break can do for your brain.Here’s what we’re covering:Judge Dismisses Cases Against Comey and James, Finding Trump Prosecutor Was Unlawfully Appointed by Alan Feuer and Devlin BarrettXi Presse…

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Trump’s Deadline for Ukraine, and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Abrupt Resignation Now playing
Nov 24, 2025 · 00:09:30

Plus, a new crash-test dummy.Here’s what we’re covering:U.S. and Ukraine Expected to Press on With Peace Plan Talks by Cassandra VinogradMamdani and Trump Tamp Down Fears Over National Guard in New York City by Emma G. …

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Mamdani at the White House, and the Coast Guard’s New Policy on Swastikas and Nooses Now playing
Nov 21, 2025 · 00:14:44

Plus, your Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering:Trump and Mamdani Are Meeting for the First Time. Will They Play Nice? by Emma G. Fitzsimmons and Jeffery C. MaysTrump Accuses Democrats of Sedition, ‘Punishable b…

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Nvidia’s Eye-Popping Profit, and Where Those Scam Calls are Coming From Now playing
Nov 20, 2025 · 00:10:37

Plus, a surge in meat allergies caused by ticks. Here’s what we’re covering:Here’s what we’re covering:Nvidia’s Profit Jumps 65% to $31.9 Billion. Is It Enough for Wall Street? by Tripp MickleHoliday Hiring Slows, Frust…

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A $7 Billion Opioid Reckoning, and Trump’s Defense of the Saudi Crown Prince Now playing
Nov 19, 2025 · 00:10:38

Plus, young men are flocking to the Orthodox Church. Here’s what we’re covering:Congress Overwhelmingly Approves Releasing Epstein Files by Annie KarniTrump Lauds Saudi Prince in Lavish Visit, Brushing Off Journalist’s …

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The Trump Family’s Saudi Business Ties, and Hundreds of Gazans on Mystery Flights Now playing
Nov 18, 2025 · 00:10:38

Plus, a vote on the Epstein files.Here’s what we’re covering:Too Powerful to Ignore, Saudi Prince Returns to Washington’s Embrace by Vivian Nereim and Ismaeel NaarTrump Says U.S. Will Sell F-35s to Saudis, Despite Penta…

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Trump’s Surprise Pivot on the Epstein Files, and Why Crypto A.T.M.s Are a Hub for Scams Now playing
Nov 17, 2025 · 00:10:37

Plus, Hollywood’s star-studded movies are tanking. Here’s what we’re covering:Trump Says House Republicans Should Vote to Release Epstein Files by Ashley AhnBorder Patrol Fans Out Across Charlotte, N.C., Arresting 81 Pe…

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A Major New Experiment in Voting, and the World’s Most Polluted Air Now playing
Nov 14, 2025 · 00:15:23

Plus, your Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering:Federal Agencies Return to Work After Longest Shutdown in History by Eileen SullivanU.S. Strike Kills 4 on Boat Trump Says Was Smuggling Drugs by Helene Cooper and…

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How the Government Will Reopen, and What’s in the Epstein Emails Now playing
Nov 13, 2025 · 00:09:59

Plus, the penny’s last day.Here’s what we’re covering:Government Reopens as Trump Signs Bill to End Nation’s Longest Shutdown by Catie Edmondson and Zolan Kanno-YoungsWhat Newly Released Emails Tell Us About Epstein and…

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The Governor in the Spotlight at Climate Talks, and Escalating Violence in the West Bank Now playing
Nov 12, 2025 · 00:09:44

Plus, why private air travel is booming. Here’s what we’re covering:Newsom in the Spotlight at the Climate Conference That Trump Decided to Skip by Somini SenguptaA Flood of Green Tech From China Is Upending Global Clim…

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Democrats Denounce Shutdown Vote, and Trump Issues Flurry of Pardons Now playing
Nov 11, 2025 · 00:09:29

Plus, a new gambling scandal in pro sports. Here’s what we’re covering:Senate Passes Bill to Reopen Government Amid Democratic Rift by Catie EdmondsonShutdown Deal Revives Democratic Infighting by Michael GoldSpending B…

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A Breakthrough Government Shutdown Vote, and New Tax Cuts for the Ultrarich Now playing
Nov 10, 2025 · 00:10:04

Plus, a house-size spider web. Here’s what we’re covering:Senate Moves Toward Ending Shutdown After Democratic Defectors Relent by Catie Edmondson and Michael GoldAirport Disruptions May Get Worse This Week by Niraj Cho…

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A Nerve-Racking Week for SNAP Recipients, and Elon Musk’s $1 Trillion Pay Deal Now playing
Nov 7, 2025 · 00:12:47

Plus, the Friday news quiz.Here’s what we’re covering:Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund Food Stamps This Month by Tony RommDown to $1.18: How Families Are Coping With SNAP Cuts by Eric Adelson, Mary Beth G…

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A Big Test for Trump’s Tariffs, and Major Cuts to Air Traffic Now playing
Nov 6, 2025 · 00:09:59

Plus, using A.I. to find a date. Here’s what we’re covering:Key Justices Cast a Skeptical Eye on Trump’s Tariffs by Ann E. MarimowTrump Officials to Cut Air Traffic at 40 Major Airports if Shutdown Continues by Karoun D…

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Mamdani’s Historic Win, and Democrats’ Big Night Nationwide Now playing
Nov 5, 2025 · 00:10:17

Plus, a race to save artifacts from the ocean. Here’s what we’re covering:7 Takeaways From a Stunning New York City Mayoral Election by Nicholas Fandos and Jeffery C. MaysThe Democrats Just Took a Big Step Toward Gettin…

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Dick Cheney Dies at 84, and Anonymous Ballroom Donors Face Scrutiny Now playing
Nov 4, 2025 · 00:11:51

Plus, killer whales versus great whites.Here’s what we’re covering:Dick Cheney, Powerful Vice President and Washington Insider, Dies at 84 by Robert D. McFaddenTrump’s Power Faces Pressure Test in Court and at Ballot Bo…

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The Big Elections to Watch This Week, and a Louvre Heist Update Now playing
Nov 3, 2025 · 00:10:19

Plus, squeezing in a marathon before your full-time job.Here’s what we’re covering:Elections on Tuesday Offer Democrats a Chance to Get Off the Mat by Shane GoldmacherTrump Administration Must Pay SNAP Benefits During S…

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Food Stamp Funds Running Out, and Prince Andrew Loses Royal Title Amid Epstein Scandal Now playing
Oct 31, 2025 · 00:13:36

Plus, your Friday news quiz.Here’s what we’re covering:Judge Skeptical Over Trump Administration Decision to Suspend Food Stamps by Tony Romm and Maya ShwayderAir Controller Shortage Causes Delays in Orlando and at Othe…

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Trump Threatens to Resume Nuclear Tests, and Nvidia Crosses $5 Trillion Now playing
Oct 30, 2025 · 00:10:36

Plus, goodbye to “milk chocolate”?Here’s what we’re covering:Trump Threatens to Resume Nuclear Weapons Testing, Minutes Before Xi Meeting by David E. SangerTrump Says China Will Ease Limits on Rare Earths by Katie Roger…

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