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TX alert system scrutiny, Trump sues California, X CEO quits & more

We start with the latest on the flooding in Texas, where the death toll has reached 119. The Trump administration is suing California over the inclusion of transgender students in sports. We explain how Nvidia became the world’s richest public company. Israel has announced strikes on Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon. Plus, why X's CEO is stepping down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 2025•6 min

Mexican first responders, Gaza hospital fuel shortage, ball boy error & more

Mexico lends a hand in the search for missing people caught in the Texas floods, as another state declares a state of emergency. Sources say President Donald Trump is closing on his fourth trade deal. More tariff letters are being sent today, emphasizing the hard deadline. A fuel shortage in Gaza is putting the lives of hospital patients at risk. And, another error has been called on Wimbledon’s electronic line judging system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 2025•7 min

Russia’s massive drone attack, Red Bull shake up, hero dog & more

Russia has launched the biggest drone attack on Ukraine since the start of the war. The number of people missing has risen dramatically after the Texas floods. We’ll telling you why LA is joining a lawsuit against the Trump administration. F1 team Red Bull is changing its leadership in a shock move. Plus, how a dog helped save its owner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 2025•6 min

Search optimism dimming, copper tariffs, diabetic Barbie & more

More than 170 people are missing after the floods in central Texas, and rescue workers are getting less hopeful. Sources say Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth paused weapon shipments to Ukraine without telling the White House. President Donald Trump has announced new copper tariffs. Climate change made a recent heatwave even more deadly. Plus, we’ll tell you why disability advocates are praising a new Barbie doll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 2025•7 min

173 missing in floods, Trump-Netanyahu meeting, SCOTUS rules on federal firings & more

At least 173 people are missing in Texas amid the deadliest freshwater flood in nearly 50 years. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are "working diligently" on a ceasefire deal in Gaza. The Supreme Court has backed Trump’s effort to dramatically reshape federal agencies. Trump has threatened tariffs on copper and pharmaceuticals. Plus, there are severe thunderstorm warnings for millions on the East Coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Jul 08, 2025•6 min

Flood alert questions, Trump blasts Putin, ICC Taliban arrest warrants & more

Officials in Texas sidestepped questions on their flood response timeline at a heated press conference today. President Donald Trump has vented his anger at Putin in a public cabinet meeting. We share how consumers felt about inflation last month. The ICC has issued arrest warrants for two top Taliban officials. Plus, an ancient 3000-year-old city has been discovered in Peru. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 08, 2025•7 min

Airport security changing, Rubio AI imposter, Knicks’ new coach & more

A key role at a Texas weather office was vacant at the time of deadly flooding over the weekend. Israeli airstrikes continue to hit Gaza as ceasefire negotiations appear to be making some progress. Getting through airport security could be easier on your feet going forward. Someone used AI to pretend to be US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Plus, we’ll tell you who the New York Knicks have chosen as their new coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 08, 2025•7 min

Camp Mystic devastation, layoffs walked back, making workouts fun & more

Texas Senator Ted Cruz has been describing the flood devastation at Camp Mystic. A judge has handed Planned Parenthood a temporary win. The Department of Veteran Affairs won’t be laying off as many workers as planned. A man has been deported to a country he has never even visited before. Plus, a study says there is a way to make your workout more enjoyable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 08, 2025•7 min

Texas death toll rises, tariff trade talks, Trump’s Nobel nomination & more

Questions have been raised over whether people were warned ahead of the Texas floods, as the death toll rises to over a hundred. Countries are looking to secure a better trade deal with the US, after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs. We’ll tell you who has nominated Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize. The US will send more weapons to Ukraine. Plus, a reality TV contestant has left the show after some of their social media posts resurfaced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Jul 08, 2025•7 min

New flurry of tariffs, Covid-19 vaccine lawsuit, rescue swimmer saves 165 people & more

We start with the White House’s response to the deadly Texas floods as the death toll nears 100. President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs up to 40%. We explain why several medical agencies are suing Robert F. Kennedy Jr over Covid-19 vaccine changes. Several people have died amid anti-government protests in Kenya. Plus, how a Coast Guard rescue swimmer saved 165 in the Texas floods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 07, 2025•7 min

Questions over flood warnings, S. Korea and Japan tariffs, TX border shooting & more

Officials have responded to the tragic floods in Central Texas. One person has died after tropical storm Chantal brought heavy floods to the Carolinas. President Donald Trump has announced 25% tariffs on two key U.S. trading partners. A man who shot at Border Patrol officers in McAllen Texas is dead. Plus, a Russian minister recently fired by Putin has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 07, 2025•7 min

Epstein died by suicide, Tesla stock tanks, Measles cases rise & more

An all-girls summer camp says 27 of its campers and counsellors have died from floods in central Texas as more rain looms. A DOJ official says there’s no evidence Jeffrey Epstein was murdered. Countries are under pressure to make a trade deal with the US this week. We’ll tell you what sent Tesla’s stocks tanking this morning. Plus, measles cases are the highest they’ve been in the US since the disease was declared eradicated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 07, 2025•7 min

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