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Astrophysicist Adam Frank discusses recent Pentagon UAP (UFO) document releases, highlighting the lack of concrete evidence despite public and congressional interest. He contrasts the public's growing belief in intelligent extraterrestrial life, fueled by astrobiology's advancements, with the frustrations of unverified claims and persistent conspiracy theories. Frank emphasizes that true scientific data, unlike anecdotal testimony, will eventually provide undeniable answers, overcoming widespread skepticism and denial.
Three longtime friends crossed two continents by bike to cheer on their favorite team at the World Cup. Would you go to a Mango Tango? Hundreds of people did in San Fransisco. This futuristic bionic arm is making daily life a little easier and a lot more fun for one New Yorker. Meet the 12-year-old with an uncanny ability to imitate birds. Plus, how a Boston reporter is making people fall in love with local journalism. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo P...
The White House is signaling optimism about a potential agreement with Tehran, but key questions remain. We explain what SpaceX’s blockbuster stock market debut means for the AI industry. A fugitive wanted by police is at the center of a deadly mass shooting in Texas. Attorneys for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk are trying to block prosecutors from seeking the death penalty. Plus, the Trump administration is putting up a last-ditch fight to keep President Donald Trump’s name on the Kenn...
Some Republicans are voicing frustrations with President Donald Trump’s shifting Iran strategy. The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Alabama from executing a man using nitrogen hypoxia. ICE agents detained two people at a school in Baltimore as children were preparing for kindergarten and pre-K promotion ceremonies. Ariana Grande is pushing back on the White House over a social media video. Plus, an unusual political showdown between two Senate candidates in Alaska. Learn more about your ad...
President Trump claims the war is over, but Iran hasn’t committed to a deal. At least one person has been killed as tornadoes and storms sweep the Midwest. Trump picks his new Director of National Intelligence nominee amid uproar over his interim pick. SpaceX to debut in a blockbuster IPO on the NASDAQ, today. Plus, a huge “8647” appears in the lawn on the national mall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
President Donald Trump is changing his tune on striking Iran as Tehran casts doubt on Trump’s optimism for a peace deal. The president has a new pick as the nation’s permanent spy chief after pushback over a temporary appointment. Huge markings on the grounds of the National Mall are under investigation. El Niño is here – what it is and how it affects your weather. Plus, the FIFA World Cup’s opening match is off to an historic start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric toward Iran again – we tell you what this means for peace negotiations. The latest resignation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has raised new questions about the country’s defense spending. We recap an stunning comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The US Department of Agriculture is working to contain new cases of a species that threatens livestock. Plus, why more young people are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for emotiona...
Iran targets US allies after a second day of American strikes. Bill Gates testifies on Capitol Hill in Epstein probe. Tornadoes and violent winds sweep through the Midwest. Spectacular light show accompanies the Sagrada Familia blessing. Plus, the meticulous process of creating a perfect World Cup pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We start with President Donald Trump’s latest threat against Iran as strikes from both sides test peace deal. Congressional investigators zero in on Bill Gates’ relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. We have an update on a months-long fight over ICE and border patrol funding. Federal agents are searching the site of a chemical tank crisis. Plus, a controversial vote on churches with women pastors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
US inflation has reached its highest level in years – we’ll tell you how it got there. Bill Gates is testifying about his relationship with the late, disgraced financier, Jeffrey Epstein. Anti-immigration violence is spreading through Northern Ireland after a knife attack. The Trump administration is pushing back against efforts to block a UFC fight on White House grounds. Plus, Pope Leo XIV has some thoughts on sharing the spotlight with Bad Bunny in Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Graham Platner wins the Maine Democratic Senate primary. Iran and the US trade strikes after the downing of an Army helicopter. A teen has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the fatal stabbing at a track meet in Texas. A safer, more effective sunscreen ingredient has been approved in the US. Plus, a maid of honor goes viral for a wedding dinner auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
We start with President Donald Trump’s vow to respond to an Iranian attack off the coast of Oman. We’ll tell you what a jury decided in a Texas teen’s murder trial. There’s new data on Social Security’s shaky finances and what it could mean for future benefits. The FDA made a move to improve sunscreen options in the US. Plus, NASA’s plans to journey back to the moon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
CNN talks to voters about the scandals facing Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner’s campaign. Israel launched new airstrikes on southern Lebanon today, further straining an already fragile ceasefire. Vice President JD Vance has called for a DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison over the state’s fraud scandal. International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Plus, a disgraced cryptocurre...
CNN projects Nithya Raman will face incumbent, Karen Bass, in the LA mayor's race as four more states vote in primaries today. President Trump promises that a deal with Iran is close, again. The San Antonio Spurs hold off the New York Knicks in game 3 of the NBA finals. Apple lays out its AI plans, introducing a new version of Siri. Plus, squirrels have taken over a city park in Santa Monica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Iran and Israel halt strikes against each other after the US president got involved. Hear how some Knicks fans feel about President Donald Trump showing up to Game 3 of the NBA Finals. A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 application fee for H1-B visas. A lawsuit is trying to put a stop to the UFC fight at the White House. Plus, Apple’s new Siri is getting a big AI upgrade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Israel and Iran appear to be holding their fire after the most serious escalation since the April ceasefire. Police are searching for the suspect accused of wounding a dozen people near a festival in Toledo, Ohio. President Donald Trump's expected appearance at the NBA Finals is prompting heightened security. Some Environmental Protection Agency scientists are raising concerns about political pressure on their research. Plus, what Pope Leo XIV told Spain's Parliament during a historic address to...
Israel and Iran launch the most aggressive attacks in months. President Trump blasts the California vote count as rigged, without evidence. A deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake rattles the Philippines. Scott Pelley speaks out in an interview with The NY Times. Plus, Sagrada Familia is the largest Lego set ever, at 12,060 pieces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A dramatic shakeup of 60 Minutes under CBS editor-in-chief Bari Weiss culminated this week in the firing of longtime correspondent Scott Pelley. He, and some other employees who have recently left, have accused management of editorial interference in an effort to curry favor with the Trump administration (claims CBS denies). So is this a long overdue shakeup of an aging medium, or a sign of corporate media meddling? And what does it mean for the rest of the content we consume on TV? --- Guest: B...
The NBA Finals have begun – we hear from some of the teams’ most devoted fans. A promising new pancreatic cancer treatment is giving doctors and patients hope. These nature-loving neighbors in California are celebrating a special milestone. This teacher went the distance for his students with disabilities before he retired – literally. Plus, meet the search-and-rescue specialist with whiskers, webbed feet and a growing fan base. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Pr...
We start with CNN’s exclusive interview with a top Iranian military official in Tehran on the state of peace negotiations. The fate of a Virginia man convicted of double-murder has been sealed. A federal judge ruled on Trump admin's immigration policies that leave millions in legal limbo. We’ll explain the problem that forced astronauts on the International Space Station to seek shelter. Plus, Hollywood mourns the loss of an actor with iconic roles in hit TV series. Learn more about your ad choi...
CNN exclusively speaks with Lebanon's leader about the impact of the US and Israel’s war with Iran on Lebanon. The US economy added way more jobs last month than expected. Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing new allegations, as Maine’s Governor is being encouraged to reenter the race. Anthropic is calling for limits on AI development ahead of a potentially massive IPO. Plus, we’ll explain why the Kennedy Center has ordered staff to remove Trump’s name. Learn more about you...
The Senate passes a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill. Pam Bondi says Acting Attorney General was “in charge” of releasing the Epstein files. According to a source, John Bolton accepts a plea deal for mishandling sensitive information. Melinda French-Gates donates $215 million to women's health. Plus, Pope Leo gets a PayPal refund for $8.65. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We have new insight into Former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s closed-door meeting with House lawmakers over the Jeffrey Epstein files. Republicans rejected efforts to kill President Donald Trump’s controversial fund. Doubts surround Middle East peace efforts as Hezbollah and Israel exchange fresh strikes. Federal officials shift from their previous positions on Ebola cases. Plus, the latest efforts to boost the US coal industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
John Bolton is expected to enter a plea in a case involving allegations that he mishandled classified information. We’ll tell you some of the major decisions still pending on the Supreme Court’s docket. Tehran and Washington are sending mixed messages about the status of their fragile ceasefire talks. The House Oversight Committee has asked the Justice Department to investigate new allegations made by Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime assistant. Plus, the search for a 20-year-old Auburn University stud...
The House passed a resolution to limit President Trump’s Iran war powers. The Senate is set to debate ICE funding, as Trump won't commit to killing the $1.8B anti-weaponization fund. The suspect in a 15-hour hostage standoff in California was killed. The President touts progress on the Reflecting Pool and the building of the UFC stage on the south lawn. Plus, a stranger helps a family who had their van stolen on vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
We start with a key congressional vote on potentially reining in President Donald Trump’s ability to strike Iran. A vote-a-rama on ICE and border patrol funds is expected to kick off without one of Trump’s priorities. Trump weighed in on the status of his controversial settlement fund. A UFC fight arena at the White House may be here to stay. Plus, the latest incident over a viral banana artwork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
The US and Iran trade fresh strikes, as the world awaits the next step in peace negotiations between both countries. All hostages have been released after an hour-long bomb threat that began yesterday at a bank building in California. The Supreme Court has cleared the way for Alabama to use a congressional map that will benefit Republicans. Ukraine has attacked St. Petersburgh ahead of a key economic forum. Plus, we’ll tell you why former Republican representative George Santos is in hot water a...
California primary results are still too close to call and a Trump-backed candidate loses in the GOP primary for Iowa Governor. Lawmakers push back on President Trump's naming of Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence. CBS News fires Scott Pelley after a clash with leadership. According to police, a Frontier Airlines passenger choked an off-duty flight attendant. Plus, Uber reveals the 10th annual weirdest lost and found index. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
We start with takeaways from another round of high-stakes talks between Israel and Lebanon in the US. We’ll tell you the latest lawmaker under investigation over sexual misconduct allegations. We have details on a second correspondents’ dinner after a shooting at the previous event. We break down new economic data on US job openings. Plus, the Trump administration is taking a more hands-on approach to AI regulation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Primaries across six states today could shape the political landscape heading into November. President Donald Trump has named a new acting director of National Intelligence - we'll explain why it's a highly unusual pick. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is threatening to escalate legal action following clashes outside Delaney Hall. Congressional staffers tell CNN that women fear reporting harassment on Capitol Hill. Plus, CNN’s Jake Tapper is challenging some of the central claims in Jill Biden’s new mem...
