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On today’s show: Vox’s Dylan Scott reports on the deep roots of Americans’ hatred of their health-care system.  Jacob Soboroff and Errol Morris discuss whether Trump could revive his family-separations policy during his second term, in this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation.  The National Labor Relations Board says contestants on Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ are employees. Deadline has more. And the New Yorker’s Emily Nussbaum, a recent Apple News In Conversation guest, speaks with us about how the ruling could transform reality TV as we know it. Plus, a DOJ report says the FBI did not incite the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, why the electrification of the U.S. Postal Service’s fleet will take longer than expected, and an incredible breakthrough in the fight against HIV. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: NPR’s David Folkenflik explains why Rupert Murdoch’s bid to consolidate control of his media empire failed. Nancy Youssef with the Wall Street Journal describes what we know about Austin Tice, an American journalist and Marine veteran who’s been held captive in Syria for more than a decade. Bobby Brier with NJ Spotlight News reports on a New Jersey bill that would offer paid time off after the loss of a child. Plus, President Biden grants the largest single-day clemency in modern history, the FBI director announces his intention to resign, Trump picks Kari Lake to lead Voice of America, FIFA selects Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup, and Bill Belichick returns to coaching. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: ABC News reports new details on the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CNN’s Clarissa Ward takes us inside a notorious Syrian prison where some of Bashar al-Assad’s critics disappeared. Sahil Kapur of NBC News details how younger Democrats are challenging elders in the House for powerful positions. Plus, a wildfire rips through Malibu, damaging homes and spurring mass evacuations. Why the federal government wants to protect monarch butterflies. And Caitlin Clark is Time’s 2024 Athlete of the Year. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: A suspect was charged in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. CNN has the latest. Jay-Z was accused of sexually assaulting a minor alongside Sean “Diddy“ Combs in 2000. NBC has the details. The Washington Post’s Tim Carman explains why it feels like food recalls are happening more frequently. Plus, Haaretz reports on Netanyahu’s corruption trial, The Hill examines a Supreme Court case that will test environmental law, and Variety breaks down the numbers for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Trump advisers have renewed a push for a pardon of Edward Snowden. The Washington Post’s Michael Scherer explains why. Rebels in Syria overtook the capital, Damascus, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee and bringing an abrupt end to more than a decade of civil war. Mensah M. Dean of The Trace investigates the intergenerational fallout of gun violence in the U.S. Plus, the College Football Playoff is set, Trump gives his first televised interview since the election, and why the internet reacted the way it did to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Marianna Sotomayor of the Washington Post explains how the GOP’s razor-thin House majority could complicate Trump’s policy plans. Bitcoin hit $100,000, lifted by hopes of a crypto-friendly new administration. The Wall Street Journal’s Alexander Osipovich explains what that means for you, even if you don’t invest in digital currency. Rob Sheffield, contributing editor at Rolling Stone, joins Apple News In Conversation to talk about how Taylor Swift changed the music industry forever. Plus, the LA Galaxy are back in the MLS Cup, a decade on from the team’s glory days. Five years after a blaze nearly destroyed Notre-Dame, the cathedral reopens this weekend. And sake — Japan’s “divine gift” — receives a special honor.

On today’s show: There is mounting concern about Pete Hegseth’s nomination for secretary of defense after the New Yorker’s Jane Mayer dropped more bombshell allegations about the former Fox News host. Here’s everything we know. Karen DeYoung with the Washington Post explains why the U.S. is closely watching South Korea’s political chaos.  And one country’s sweeping plan to stop kids from using social media — will it work? Plus, the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, the final outstanding House race is called for Democrats, and a tool to get rid of the jingle you can’t stop humming. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick. 

On today’s show: The Supreme Court hears a major case on transgender health care that could have sweeping implications for all Americans. The 19th’s Orion Rummler breaks it down. Elizabeth Findell of the Wall Street Journal explains why homebuilders are worried about Trump’s next term. Palestinians in Gaza are braced for a harsh winter. CNN reports. Plus, the Department of Labor announces new rules that could impact Americans with disabilities, Biden visits Angola, and NPR shares tips to protect your packages from porch pirates.

On today’s show: A look at just how far to the right the country has shifted since Trump’s first term in office. New York magazine focuses on one surprising place: New York City.  Under Tennessee’s school-threats law, kids with disabilities have been arrested for rumors and jokes. ProPublica’s Aliyya Swaby and Nashville Public Radio’s Paige Pfleger investigated the pattern.  NPR explains a surprise attack in Syria by rebel groups. Plus, how to make your donations count on Giving Tuesday, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on e-cigarettes, and Apple Podcasts announces its pick for 2024 Show of the Year. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: President Biden pardons his son. President-elect Trump picks a new FBI director. The Washington Post details how an urgently needed global agreement on plastic fell apart. Health experts say more men should get tested for the BRCA cancer gene. The Atlantic’s Kristen Brown explains why. Plus, the Bills “mafia” grabs their shovels again, the L.A. Times breaks down how much food Americans waste at Thanksgiving, and what to know about online shopping this Cyber Monday. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: The International Criminal Court issued war-crime arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a leader of Hamas. What happens now? The Guardian has more. There’s a question stumping world leaders at the COP29 climate conference: Who’s rich enough to pay for climate change? Grist’s Jake Bittle explains why it’s so complicated. More people are cutting ties with family. Estrangement therapist Joshua Coleman spoke with Apple News In Conversation about what’s fueling this trend. Plus, Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for attorney general, and Trump tapped longtime ally Pam Bondi as his new pick. A top college is making tuition free for most students. And Constance Grady from Vox explains the hype around ‘Wicked,’ which hits theaters today. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

On today’s show: The Washington Post’s Dan Lamothe explains how the military could change under Trump. CNN’s Omar Jimenez has been visiting Springfield, Ohio, in the months since Trump attacked its Haitian community. They’re weighing their future as he threatens mass deportations. Jessica Roy reports for the San Francisco Chronicle on new research about dangerous levels of flame retardants found in spatulas, spoons, and other common household items made with black plastic. Plus, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant; years after a fatal on-set shooting involving Alec Baldwin, ‘Rust’ premiered; and a beloved ‘Simpsons’ voice actor says goodbye after more than 600 episodes. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

On today’s show: Matt Gaetz, the nominee for attorney general, has been accused of sexual misconduct, including sex with a minor. He denies all wrongdoing. Washington Post congressional reporter Liz Goodwin explains everything to know about the allegations. European officials are worried about what a negotiated peace deal for the Russia-Ukraine war could look like under Trump. Laurence Norman with the Wall Street Journal has more. Texas is poised to pass a new curriculum infused with Christian lessons, renewing questions about the separation between church and state. The Texas Tribune has the story. Plus, a U.N. special committee found that Israel’s war in Gaza is “consistent” with genocide, Trump tapped Dr. Mehmet Oz to oversee the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a Republican lawmaker introduced a resolution to ban trans women from women’s bathrooms at the Capitol, and NPR reports that in the day after the election, X lost more than 115,000 users while traffic on rival platform Bluesky skyrocketed. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: President-elect Trump has suggested he’ll use recess appointments to get some of his Cabinet nominees through. How would that work? NBC’s Sahil Kapur explains. Four women are challenging Idaho’s strict abortion ban in court. The Idaho Capital Sun has been following the trial. Rafael Nadal says he’ll retire from professional tennis after the Davis Cup this week. Matthew Futterman from The Athletic reflects on his legacy. Plus, Hong Kong sentences 45 pro-democracy activists, NPR has what to know about new at-home tests that can detect both the flu and COVID, and the Times of London has the story of the foiled attempt by thieves to try to mug Mo Farah, one of the fastest men on earth. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Trump pledged to close the Education Department. The Washington Post’s Laura Meckler examines what that would mean. Reuters has what to know as the Biden administration approves Ukraine’s use of American long-range missiles. What happens when a vaccine skeptic leads health policy? NPR looks at the impact of such a move in Florida. Plus, Biden becomes the first sitting U.S. president to visit the Amazon, Democrats in Pennsylvania defy a court order in a Senate recount, a major pollster retires, and the Alaska town that won’t see sunrise again for 64 days. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Stat lays out what the science says about claims made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who’s been tapped by Trump to be the next head of Health and Human Services. Abortion opponents are preparing to undermine just-passed ballot measures. Politico’s Alice Miranda Ollstein tells us more. A former Pentagon official said “we are not alone” in a recent UFO hearing. The Wall Street Journal has the story. Plus, Politico reports that two judges have delayed Jan. 6 trials in anticipation of Trump pardons, Bloomberg breaks down why there have been so many recent fires in New York City, and Lindsey Vonn comes out of retirement. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: After winning the House, Republicans will start 2025 in control of Congress and the White House. USA Today has more. Ben Jacobs reports for POLITICO on the newly-elected leader of the Senate. After many progressive ballot measures failed, California's political identity is being questioned. Los Angeles Times reporter Mackenzie Mays has more.  And CNN investigates how political fundraisers misled hundreds of elderly Americans into donating millions of dollars. Plus, Republicans are stunned as Trump taps Matt Gaetz for attorney general. Pennsylvania’s Senate race is headed to a recount as Bob Casey trails Dave McCormick by less than half a point and the Onion wins Alex Jones' Infowars in a bankruptcy auction.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: A federal jury awarded $12 million to a Michigan woman who was fired after refusing the COVID vaccines for religious reasons. The Lansing State Journal has the story. The U.S. gave Israel a 30-day deadline to ramp up aid to Gaza or lose some American military support. But the Washington Post says little has changed since the deadline passed. Jack Herrera reports for Politico about how Trump made major gains with Latino voters in the 2024 election. Plus, Trump’s latest appointments, the decline in split delegations, and a civilian contractor is held liable for torture at Abu Ghraib for the first time. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: The Wall Street Journal’s Vivian Salama shares what we know so far about who will be in Trump’s Cabinet.  Jake Bittle of Grist outlines five important issues to track at the COP29 climate conference this year. CNN’s Betsy Klein explains how President Biden is racing to Trump-proof his legacy.  Plus, a New York judge is set to decide today whether the president-elect’s 34-count conviction for falsifying business records can stand. Maryland posthumously declared abolitionist Harriet Tubman a one-star general for her role in the Union Army. And the complicated story of lab monkeys that escaped from a research facility.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: What Trump supporters say they want on Day 1 — and what he can actually get done. The Wall Street Journal and NPR break it down.  Vox’s Zack Beauchamp explains how Trump’s win fits into a wider global trend of voters rejecting incumbents. After Dearborn, Michigan, went for Trump, NBC asks whether the Democratic Party has lost the support of Muslim and Arab Americans. Meanwhile, the Washington Post lays out how Trump might approach the Israel-Hamas war. Plus, debunking election denialism coming from the right and left, what to know about racist texts sent after the election, and how a record number of women veterans will join the next Congress. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Politico’s Elena Schneider has been talking with Democratic women who worry that this election proved the country is “not ready for a woman president.” The Atlantic’s George Packer, our guest this week on Apple News In Conversation, explains why Americans bet on Trump again. Plus, Biden addresses the nation after his party suffered major losses. ABC News has more. Vox examines a striking pattern hidden in the election results. And the Chicago Sun-Times has the story about Prohibition finally ending in a small pocket of Lincoln Square. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Washington Post politics reporter Isaac Arnsdorf explains how Trump crafted his winning message. NOTUS reporter Jasmine Wright examines what went wrong for Harris, and the Wall Street Journal reports on how Democrats are trying to regroup.  CBS looks at how world leaders are reacting to Trump’s reelection. Plus, ABC reports on how sources expect an end to Trump’s federal cases. NPR looks at how ballot measures to boost benefits for workers performed on Election Day. And CNN is tracking Hurricane Rafael.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: America reelects Donald Trump, making him the first convicted felon to lead the country and the oldest president in history. Apple News Editor Gideon Resnick explains his stunning comeback, and ABC is tracking live election results as states continue to count votes. Plus, NBC looks at what could happen to Trump’s various legal cases. CNN reports on hoax bomb threats made to a number of polling sites. And a look at the historymakers of the 2024 election.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On this Election Day episode: When will we know who won the White House? We asked David Scott, editor of the Associated Press Decision Desk. And he pulls back the curtain on its intricate process of monitoring and calling races.  Votebeat’s Jessica Huseman, a recent Apple News In Conversation guest, explains one of the important upcoming deadlines in the election-certification process, and how lawsuits could disrupt that process. The 2024 election is shaping up to be the most heavily litigated in history, according to CNN’s chief legal-affairs correspondent, Paula Reid. Plus, USA Today explains why your Election Day outfit matters, the Wall Street Journal speaks with the teachers keeping this election out of their curriculum, the L.A. Times visits the county that’s predicted every presidential winner since 1980, and NBC’s state-by-state voting guide.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Gideon Resnick breaks down what the latest polling says, including a surprising poll from Iowa. Plus, why Trump and Harris are both a normal polling error away from a blowout, according to 538. CNN explains how this became the most expensive election in U.S. history. NBC has your state-by-state guide on how to vote in the 2024 election. Plus, the Washington Post reports on how local officials are beefing up security ahead of Election Day, NPR explains why voters are visiting Susan B. Anthony’s grave, and the Times of San Diego has a tip to cope with election anxiety: viewing adorable animals. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: A woman in Texas died after being told by the hospital that it would be a “crime” to intervene in her miscarriage. ProPublica has her story. No matter who wins the presidency, they will be leading a divided America. The New Yorker’s Susan Glasser and New York Times chief White House correspondent Peter Baker explain why on this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation.  The Arizona Republic’s Sasha Hupka takes us inside Arizona’s remarkable election.  Plus, NBC News explains why Young Thug changed his plea to guilty in Georgia’s longest-running criminal trial. USA Today explains how Halloween helped change daylight saving time. And The Athletic looks at how “shoe doping” changed marathon times forever — in ways we still don’t fully understand. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Susan Glasser and Peter Baker joined Apple News In Conversation to explain how a second Trump term would change America. NPR reports on the Supreme Court’s decision to allow Virginia to remove hundreds of voters from its registration rolls — including U.S. citizens. The Wall Street Journal’s Harriet Torry examines whether American taxpayers are ready to foot the bill for child care. Plus, Spain is battling its deadliest flooding in decades. Hospitals nationwide are running short on IV fluids after Hurricane Helene closed a critical factory. And the Dodgers win the World Series after a remarkable comeback in Game 5. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: taking stock of Kamala Harris’s campaign with the New Yorker’s Evan Osnos.  What election issues matter most to young voters? Caroline Bauman from Chalkbeat explains. Plus, the San Francisco Chronicle has details on the sentence given to Paul Pelosi’s attacker, the Taliban strips more rights away from women in Afghanistan, and why you might need to rethink your Halloween costume.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: America is having a panic attack over the election, the Wall Street Journal reports.  The Washington Post examines why some Republicans are calling to abolish the Department of Education. CNN says Boeing workers are on strike because they want their pensions back. Plus, Axios found that Israel has banned the U.N. agency responsible for providing essentials to Palestinians, the Washington Post reports on the political fallout following derogatory remarks about Puerto Rico, and NPR says turmoil at the Washington Post continues after ending endorsements in presidential races.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: The Wall Street Journal’s Thomas Grove has the exclusive story behind Elon Musk’s secret phones calls with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.  Jessica Huseman, the editorial director of Votebeat, explains on Apple News In Conversation how baseless claims of election fraud are having a real impact on parts of the voting process. Three years after the NCAA started allowing college athletes to make money off their personal brands, the Washington Post obtained records from a number of colleges and universities that reveal how unequal and murky this new marketplace is. Sports investigative reporter Albert Samaha has the story.  Plus, updates from the campaign trail after a speaker hurled racist comments during Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, and Michelle Obama called on men to do more to protect reproductive rights. And ESPN says Shohei Ohtani is expected to play in Game 3 of the World Series after suffering a shoulder injury. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: NPR’s Tom Dreisbach found that Trump has made more than 100 threats to prosecute or punish his enemies since 2022.   Jessica Huseman with VoteBeat spoke to In Conversation about the systems in place that make voting in the U.S. safe and reliable. Eggs, waffles, and the McDonald’s Quarter Pounder are among the many foods have been affected by the recalls recently. Vox looks at what’s going on with our food supply. The Washington Post reports that Beyoncé; will join Kamala Harris at a rally in Houston today.  The Los Angeles Times looks at what’s next for the Menendez brothers. ESPN reports that Lionel Messi is MLS’s highest-paid player. And the Athletic explains why the World Series will be tough for Brooklyn Dodgers fans. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: The Wall Street Journal on how the gender gap became a defining feature of the Harris-Trump race. And Politico reports on why that gap is growing.  Washington Post reporter Evan Halper explains how oil lobbyists are preparing for — and pouring money into — a possible Trump victory so they can dismantle landmark Biden-era climate rules.  Plus: The Guardian reports on how it could take Gaza’s economy an estimated 350 years to return to its prewar level. USA Today examines an education mystery: why fewer high schoolers went to college this fall. And Bloomberg Businessweek looks at how Home Depot’s 12-foot skeletons spawned an industry of giant Halloween decor. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Washington Post reporter Abha Bhattarai on how rising housing costs are weighing heavily on the most-sought-after voters.  What we’re learning about Trump’s relationship with Putin from Bob Woodward’s latest book. PBS NewsHour spoke to the veteran journalist.  Reporter Robin Buller writes for The Guardian about why mass-shooting survivors are turning to an unlikely place for justice: U.S. copyright law.  Plus, in northern Gaza, medical staff say patients are trapped, and they’re running out of food and supplies. ABC News has more. The Wall Street Journal looks at how Republicans are eating into Democrats’ early-voting advantage. CNN reports on yesterday’s ruling that Rudy Giuliani must give control of his valuable luxury items and Manhattan apartment to Georgia election workers he defamed. And The Ringer has a list of increasingly bold predictions for the new NBA season. 

On today’s show: NBC’s Sahil Kapur reports on how the Harris campaign is using Republican supporters to reach undecided voters.  Jack Herrera reports for Texas Monthly on why the border crisis won’t be solved at the border.  Wall Street Journal reporter Heather Gillers explores how storms are testing Florida’s home-insurance market. The Journal also looks at why Florida continues to allow new properties to be built in high-risk areas. Plus: CNN looks at research that found hundreds more infants died than expected in the U.S. after Roe v. Wade was overturned, an election-law expert told NPR Elon Musk’s cash giveaway to voters is illegal, and ESPN says that WNBA players want their salaries to reflect the league’s successful year.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s episode: Apple News editor Gideon Resnick explains what early voting can and can’t tell us about who will actually win the White House.  Bloomberg rounds up the latest news out of the Middle East as Israel prepares to attack Iran. The Atlantic’s Jamie Thompson explains the sharp rise in carjackings in the D.C. area and the factors that have made punishment and deterrence tougher to carry out. Plus, NPR explains why Cuba keeps losing power, Paul Whelan tells CBS News about life inside a Russian labor camp, and the Wall Street Journal reports on a surprising new class of millionaires. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

On today’s episode: Will the death of Hamas’s leader bring an end to the war? The Economist on what comes next. Nebraskans will choose between historic, dueling abortion questions. Washington Post reporter Annie Gowen lays out the stakes. Author and journalist Porter Fox is the latest guest on Apple News In Conversation. He explains why hurricanes are only getting deadlier — and why we shouldn’t be surprised if they show up in unexpected places. NBC News reports on the annual Al Smith charity dinner, which former President Trump attended and Vice President Harris skipped. CBS News reports that Robert Roberson, who faces the death penalty for controversial charges related to shaken-baby syndrome, received a last-minute stay of execution.  NBC News has what we know so far about the death of One Direction’s Liam Payne. And finally, can Sabrina Ionescu do it again? USA Today on how the exciting WNBA finals have led to record viewership.

On today’s show: Texas is set to execute a man even as the lead detective on his case is convinced he got it wrong. USA Today reports. In-person early voting starts in North Carolina today, weeks after Hurricane Helene ravaged the state. Sarah Michels, elections reporter for Carolina Public Press, spoke to voters and election officials in the battleground state. A federal judge has temporarily blocked an effort by Alabama’s secretary of state to purge people from voter rolls. NPR has the story. From the catwalk to the spacewalk: Gizmodo explains how astronauts are going to the moon in designer spacesuits. Finally, as early voting gets underway in states around the country, check out this state-by-state voter guide. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s episode: Unpacking Trump’s bizarre town hall with the Washington Post’s Maeve Reston. The Wall Street Journal’s Michelle Hackman walks us through Vice President Harris’s track record on immigration. The Atlantic’s Kristen V. Brown explains what 23andMe’s uncertain future means for the DNA of its millions of customers. Georgia’s first-day early-voting turnout smashes record. The Georgia Recorder has the story. The U.S. warns Israel to boost aid for Gaza or risk a cut to military support. The BBC reports. And the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is back. Refinery29 recounts the rise and fall of America’s once-beloved lingerie company. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

On today’s show: Could this year flip the Electoral College on its head? Apple News editor Gideon Resnick explains a surprising trend poll watchers are seeing. And the Miami Herald has more. The New Yorker’s Charles Duhigg reports on how big crypto companies are influencing our elections. CNN reports on the threats against FEMA. Were women snubbed by the Nobel Prize committee? Stat breaks down the gender bias in the sciences. And New York magazine explains why 18-month gaps between TV seasons are the new normal. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump’s messaging against immigrants is getting darker, according to a Politico analysis of more than 20 of his recent rallies and campaign events. Meanwhile, Harris has been meeting with Arab American and Muslim leaders in Michigan. Yasmeen Abutaleb of the Washington Post talks about where the race stands. TikTok executives have long known about app’s effect on teens, lawsuit documents allege, according to NPR. We saw some unusual political campaign messaging over the weekend, written in the skies over NFL games. NBC has the details. In other sports news, Ruth Chepng’etich won the Chicago Marathon and broke a record. The Chicago Sun-Times breaks down why the race has become known for records. And finally, SpaceX successfully launched the fifth test flight for Starship, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built. But that’s not the most exciting part. CNN explains.

USA Today has live updates on how Florida is starting to pick up the pieces after Hurricane Milton. And USA Today explores the phenomenon that largely spared Tampa Bay from a feared catastrophic storm surge.  Journalist Paola Ramos joins Apple News In Conversation to explain the recent shift to the right among Latino voters. ProPublica’s Ava Kofman investigates the pair of billionaire preachers who built the most powerful political machine in Texas.  The BBC is following the Israeli airstrikes that hit two residential buildings in Lebanon Thursday night. The strikes are being called the deadliest in Beirut of the past year. The New Yorker on why the presidential candidates keep showing up in your podcast feeds. Zillow will soon show climate-risk data on its home listings. The Washington Post has more.  Kickers are the NFL’s newest superstars. The Wall Street Journal explains why.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

ABC reports on how FEMA prepared for Hurricane Milton’s landfall. And the Wall Street Journal explains how FEMA is fighting lies about its response to Hurricane Helene. Reuters reporter Jarrett Renshaw goes inside the fight between Harris and Trump for a Pennsylvania county that’s known for picking presidents.  Sarah Blaskey, an investigative reporter at the Washington Post, looks at the missed warnings ahead of the school shooting in September at Apalachee High School in Georgia.  The Supreme Court wrestled with the case of Richard Glossip, a man on death row whom prosecutors want spared. CNN has his story.  Bitcoin’s inventor is a mystery. An HBO filmmaker thinks he found him, according to the Washington Post.  And the Wall Street Journal explains how to use your cellphone to send texts via satellite if you lose service during Hurricane Milton. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

Hurricane Helene isn’t an outlier. It’s a harbinger of the future, according to NBC hurricane specialist John Morales in the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. He joins us to talk about his concerns for Milton’s future victims. Vox asks: Can we trust the polls this year? And Apple News editor Gideon Resnick discusses what the polls can and can’t tell us in the final weeks of the election.  In a landmark move, the EPA said U.S. cities must remove all lead pipes over the next decade. The Washington Post has more.  NPR reports on how the Supreme Court may uphold the Biden administration’s plan to regulate “ghost guns.” Popular Mechanics explains why the “godfather of AI,” who just won a Nobel Prize for physics, worries the technology could threaten humanity.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

The Washington Post’s Ann Marimow outlines the major cases the Supreme Court is taking on this term, and assesses the possibility of legal disputes about the 2024 presidential election. NBC News’s Sahil Kapur explains why Republicans believe they can confirm multiple Supreme Court justices if Trump wins — and why the next president will inherit the fewest judicial vacancies in decades. Dr. Keren Landman, a senior health reporter for Vox, reveals the profit-obsessed monster destroying American emergency rooms. Fox Weather reports from Tampa Bay as the city races to clean up debris from Helene before Hurricane Milton arrives. The Hechinger Report on how an end-of-the-alphabet last name could skew your grades. The Philadelphia Inquirer goes inside the wild world of competitive giant-pumpkin growing. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

CNN’s Bianna Golodryga has been in close touch with the families of Israeli hostages over the last year. She tells us about some of their experiences. Youmna El Sayed, a correspondent for Al Jazeera English, has been reporting from inside Gaza. She talks about what the year of war has been like for Palestinians under Israeli bombardment.  Zack Beauchamp, a senior global correspondent for Vox, speaks to Apple News In Conversation on how the outcome of the U.S. presidential election could shape the conflict. A recent gang attack in Haiti forced thousands of people to flee their homes. Reuters examines what’s behind rising violence in the country.  The Southeast is bracing for Hurricane Milton, days after Helene. The Miami Herald has more.  The Washington Post reports on how avian flu is threatening America’s bald eagles. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Republican Liz Cheney invoked January 6 as she touted her backing of Kamala Harris in Wisconsin. CNN has more. Nikki Haley’s endorsement of Trump doesn’t mean her supporters will follow her, Politico reports. ProPublica reporter Lizzie Presser shares the stories of two teens who got caught up in a system unprepared to handle kids on either side of the opioid trade. Pet-custody arrangements are on the rise, though they might not be in the best interest of the animals. Washington Post reporter Sara Murphy explores the new legal frontier. The port strike is over following a tentative labor deal. There’s a huge backlog of cargo to deal with. Reuters explains. The Los Angeles Times reports on how authorities are investigating new evidence in the Menendez murders, in a victory for the convicted brothers. More Americans have chosen not to have children, which means more people inheriting unexpected money from distant relatives. The Wall Street Journal examines the trend. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Washington Post looks into why Helene’s floods caught North Carolina off guard. Wall Street Journal reporter Elizabeth Findell on how the Harris and Trump campaigns are battling over working-class voters in Nevada. The state could go either way. Barbara Demick with the New Yorker reports on the end of China’s international adoption program, which offered new lives to abandoned infants but also depended on abuse, abduction, and trafficking. Federal prosecutors laid out their most extensive case to date against Trump for his effort to overturn the 2020 election. CNN has details. Election-betting markets are poised for a revival after a court rejected a government plea. Politico explains why. NBC News has the story of a determined dad who traveled 27 miles in a hurricane to walk his daughter down the aisle. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

NBC News has the most important moments from the debate between VP candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz. Apple News’s Gideon Resnick was there. Iran fired ballistic missiles on Israel in the latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East. The Guardian has the story. Sean “Diddy” Combs faces 120 new sexual-assault allegations in new lawsuits. The Washington Post has details. The Asheville Citizen-Times shares striking images that show how flooding from Helene has severely damaged western North Carolina. BBC News explains the unusual reason why Switzerland and Italy had to redraw their shared border. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Crews are rushing to deliver aid in North Carolina after the state was ravaged by Helene. NBC News is on the story. Reuters previews 2024’s first and last vice-presidential debate. Israeli troops are on the ground in southern Lebanon. CNN has what to know. NBC10 Philadelphia lays out how the dockworkers’ strike could impact the region. Pete Rose desperately wanted to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, but was also fearful that if it happened, he wouldn’t be alive to see it. A USA Today writer discusses the issue. Cancer spread to Jimmy Carter’s brain nine years ago. USA Today explains how he’s lived so long. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

CNN reports on how multiple states in the southeastern U.S. are reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene. Blue Ridge Public Radio has put together a list of resources where you can help flood victims in North Carolina. Politico reports on a looming strike that could disrupt the economy just before the election. It’s mostly up to one fiery union leader, Harold Daggett.  Caroline Kitchener, who covers abortion for the Washington Post, tells Apple News Conversation what post-Roe America looks like now — and how the election could change it. From Gaza to Lebanon, Netanyahu — not Biden — is setting the agenda in the Middle East, according to NBC News. USA Today looks a new report that found more than 10,000 books were banned in public schools nationwide in the last academic year.  ‘Saturday Night Live’ returned for its 50th season with its take on the 2024 election. The Los Angeles Times has the details.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The City’s Gwynne Hogan tells us what to know about the criminal case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams — and what could happen next. Kamala Harris is making her first trip to the border as a presidential candidate today. Axios has more. After a Florida jury spared the Parkland school shooter’s life, the state made it easier for juries to recommend the death penalty. Joe Sexton with the Marshall Project has the story.  Some people don’t evacuate despite repeated hurricane warnings — because they can’t. NPR takes a look at them.  Anti-trans laws caused a rise in suicide among trans and nonbinary youth, a study found. Time has the details. Earth is about to get a second moon, CBS News reports. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Congress passed a bill to avert government shutdown, setting up another funding fight in December. The Washington Post has more. New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on federal criminal charges, the Wall Street Journal reports.  In a Pittsburgh speech, Harris pledged a “pragmatic” approach to the economy. Politico has the details.  The Los Angeles Times’s Tony Briscoe discusses California’s lawsuit against Exxon Mobil, which accuses the oil giant of misleading the public about plastic recycling. Joe Sexton with the Marshall Project breaks down why a Florida jury declined to recommend the death penalty for Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz. Places hundreds of miles from Helene’s center should be worried about the storm. The Washington Post explains why. The U.S. and allies called for a 21-day ceasefire along the Israel-Lebanon border, following U.N. talks. Reuters has more.  A boy snatched from a California park in 1951 was found living on the East Coast. NPR has the story.  Oakland was the pro-sports capital of America, according to the Wall Street Journal. Now it’s been wiped off the sporting map. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

An 11th person accused Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault, Rolling Stone reports. The magazine’s Cheyenne Roundtree discusses the allegations against him. She also previously spoke to In Conversation about them.  CNN reports that Republican efforts to change the way voting works in Nebraska have stalled. Apple News editor Gideon Resnick unpacks why, while USA Today looks at another state contending with last-minute attempts to modify the election process.  Missouri executed Marcellus Williams, even after prosecutors said evidence had cleared him. The Kansas City Star has the details. And Slate says the U.S. is in its worst execution spree in three decades.  The Wall Street Journal has the story of how the White Sox became baseball’s worst team, perhaps ever. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu

News & Observer Washington correspondent Danielle Battaglia describes how North Carolina voters are thinking about presidential candidates after a recent scandal in the governor’s race shook things up. Israel and Hezbollah exchanged fire after Lebanon suffered huge casualties. Reuters has more. Benoît Morenne with the Wall Street Journal explains how an unusual lawsuit by an energy mogul could bankrupt Greenpeace USA. Helene could hit Florida as a Category 3 hurricane. Axios has details. EVs are cleaner than gas cars, but a growing share of Americans don’t believe it. NPR reports. A Wall Street Journal essay argues that pediatricians created the peanut-allergy epidemic.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Israel launched a widespread wave of airstrikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Reuters has more. Congress struck a deal for a temporary funding agreement to avoid a government shutdown for now. USA Today has the story. A Texas medical school was leasing out body parts of unclaimed corpses, an NBC News investigation found. NBC’s Mike Hixenbaugh describes what the reporting revealed. CBS News has what to know about the deadly shooting in Birmingham, Alabama. Several senior campaign officials for North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson stepped down after CNN reported on past comments he made on a pornographic website. NPR reports on how multiple Tufts University lacrosse players were hospitalized with a dangerous condition after a workout. Sports mascots were very dude-coded. Then came Ellie the Elephant. The Washington Post tells her story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Across the U.S. in November, voters will weigh ballot measures including election policies, minimum-wage increases, and marijuana legalization. Politico’s Emily Schultheis takes a look. Apple News In Conversation spoke to Madeleine Baran about how the U.S. military downplays possible war crimes. U.S. overdose deaths plummeted, saving thousands of lives. NPR has the story. Israel said it hit 100 Hezbollah rocket launchers in Lebanon. BBC News has more. A Kentucky sheriff killed a judge in his chambers following an argument, police said. CNN has details. Congress must ensure it can continue to govern in the aftermath of a “mass casualty” event, a bipartisan group of House members argued. The Washington Post examines the constitutional amendment they’re proposing. ESPN looks at how Shohei Ohtani made MLB history with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A second wave of exploding devices hit Lebanon. BBC News has more. The Washington Post breaks down what the Fed’s big rate cut means for consumers, businesses, and investors. ProPublica’s Kavitha Surana reports on how health experts in Georgia determined that two women, Amber Nicole Thurman and Candi Miller, died after they couldn’t access legal abortions in the state — which has a strict ban. Republican divisions sunk a House bill aimed at avoiding a government shutdown. The Wall Street Journal has details. Iranian hackers sent stolen Trump campaign information to people associated with the Biden campaign. CNN is on the story. NBC News on why it’s important that the Teamsters union declined to endorse a presidential candidate, breaking decades of precedent. Now you can renew your passport online. Travel + Leisure shows how. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Israel’s Mossad spy agency planted explosives inside pagers ordered by Hezbollah months before Tuesday’s detonations in Lebanon, sources told Reuters. Rupert Murdoch faced his kids in court, with Fox News’s fate in the balance. NPR’s David Folkenflik unpacks the family’s drama. Instagram made sweeping changes to how teens can use the app. The Verge looks at what you need to know. CBS News explains how the Fed’s first rate cut in four years may impact your money. Republicans blocked a Democratic bill on IVF protections. Politico has the details. Moo Deng is an overnight sensation, but NBC News reports that the baby hippo’s online fame has caretakers worried. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Shumita Basu.

USA Today lays out new information in Sunday’s apparent assassination attempt of Trump. The Washington Post’s Miriam Berger explains how new video and witnesses challenge Israel’s account of the killing of a U.S. activist in the West Bank. NPR looks at how TikTok is battling a U.S. ban on the app in court. Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested based on a sealed indictment, Reuters reports. The court battle over Rupert Murdoch’s family fortune got underway. BBC News unpacks the high-stakes family drama. The Wall Street Journal is on the story of Instagram’s new moves to restrict teen accounts. ABC News details the investigation into the doomed Titan submersible that imploded on the way to the Titanic wreckage. NBC News explains what’s special about the moon tonight — and how to view it. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump was safe on Sunday after the Secret Service foiled what the FBI called an apparent assassination attempt while he was golfing in Florida. Reuters has details. And CNN explains why golf courses can be so difficult to secure. Iran is turning to the Hells Angels and other criminal gangs to target its critics. The Washington Post investigates. The Wall Street Journal examines how religious movies are sweeping Hollywood, with rich investors pouring in millions. A Springfield, Ohio woman told NBC News that she never meant to spark false rumors about Haitians. The Israeli military admitted there’s a “high probability” that it mistakenly killed hostages in Gaza. The Guardian has more. Apple News has coverage of the best and worst moments from the Emmys. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

PBS reports on an Ohio city with a community of Haitian migrants that’s now in the political spotlight. Ben Steverman with Bloomberg Businessweek explains how the pandemic caused a recession in Americans’ social lives, and what that means for the U.S. economy. Families who’ve been torn apart by QAnon conspiracies told their stories to author Jesselyn Cook. She breaks down what she’s learned on Apple News In Conversation. The judge in the Georgia election-interference case knocked out two charges against Trump. Politico has details. NPR looks at new data on the impact of Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris. We now know why Earth vibrated for nine days in 2023. The Wall Street Journal reveals how the mystery was solved. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Wall Street Journal’s Alexander Osipovich explains the legal battle over whether Americans will be able to wager on election results. Ukraine is asking for permission to use long-range U.S. missiles to strike deep inside Russia. The Washington Post reports. Pamela Colloff writes in ProPublica about how a medical examiner has recanted testimony that a child died of shaken-baby syndrome, but the father is still in prison for murder. It’s an update of her earlier reporting on the story. Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana, bringing flooding and powerful winds. CNN has details. The Harris-Trump debate drew much stronger ratings than June’s Biden-Trump debate. The Hollywood Reporter looks at the numbers. The father of an 11-year-old who was killed in a crash called on the Trump campaign to stop referencing his son’s death. NBC News has more. The Tennessean has the story of how Jon Bon Jovi helped talk a woman off a bridge ledge. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Harris and Trump met in what is likely their only presidential debate. Gideon Resnick joins to discuss, and NBC News has six key takeaways. The Missouri Supreme Court ruled to keep an abortion-rights measure on the November ballot. The Kansas City Star has more. WABC reports on how more FDNY members have died from 9/11-related illness than were killed on the day of the attack. CNN explains why the search for the Kentucky shooting suspect is so difficult. Jury selection was completed in the trial of the former officers charged in the killing of Tyre Nichols. The Washington Post is on the story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

NOTUS reporter Jasmine Wright and CNN’s Kristen Holmes take us inside the Harris and Trump campaigns’ preparations for debate night.  CNN explains how technology helped prevent further deaths at Georgia’s Apalachee High School, and reports on new details that raise questions about efforts by authorities and school officials to prevent the shooting. Gaza officials say many are dead after Israeli missile attacks on a tent camp for refugees. Reuters has more. Missouri’s state Supreme Court is expected to rule on whether an abortion measure can stay on the ballot. St. Louis Public Radio lays out the stakes. SpaceX launched the Polaris Dawn crew on a mission to attempt an unprecedented spacewalk. USA Today has details. The Wall Street Journal remembers James Earl Jones, the award-winning stage and screen actor who voiced Darth Vader. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump said he was expanding the battleground map. CNN’s Kristen Holmes explains how his campaign spending suggests otherwise.  Harris’s huge cash edge means less need for her to headline fundraisers, according to the Wall Street Journal. A Palestinian girl was killed after Israeli airstrikes struck her building, NBC reports. A photo from the morgue of her in her powder-pink rollerblades has become a defining image of the war.  As casualties climb, the Washington Post reports that U.S. officials are frustrated by the lack of progress in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. America isn’t ready for another war, because it doesn’t have the troops, argues Gil Barndollar, a fellow at the think tank Defense Priorities, in Vox. Hours before kickoff, Miami-Dade police detained Dolphins star Tyreek Hill following a traffic incident. The Athletic details what we know. China’s decision to end its international adoptions program has created uncertainty for hundreds of U.S. families currently going through the process. The BBC reports. The Guardian looks at how Paris gave the Paralympic Games a send-off for the ages. 

Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei died following a brutal attack in Kenya, AFP reports. Elle looks at how patriarchal attitudes in the country enable gender-based violence.  Axios examines some of the surprising 2024 races that could decide House control, while Politico looks at why the Democrats are spending unprecedented sums on downballot races.  The Atlantic’s Malcolm Ferguson explains how modern marijuana became so potent.   The father of the Georgia school-shooting suspect has been arrested and charged, authorities say. CNN has more. Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to federal tax charges just before the trial’s jury selection was set to begin. The Wall Street Journal has the details.  The Washington Post reports on how American football became huge in soccer-crazed Brazil. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Two students and two teachers were killed at a high school in Georgia. CNN has the latest. A judge could decide how Trump’s election-interference case proceeds. The Washington Post’s Devlin Barrett details what to watch for. U.S. intelligence and government officials are contending with cyberattacks by Iran aimed at disrupting the 2024 election. CNN has the story. Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney says she will vote for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. USA Today has more.  NBC explains why Venezuela’s leader is rescheduling Christmas to October.  And Time reports on the backlash to the Paris mayor’s plans to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower indefinitely. Today's episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Laura Meckler of the Washington Post explains why cellphone bans are spreading in schools amid growing mental-health worries. Longtime Republicans in Florida, Arizona, and other states are campaigning for abortion rights. The Wall Street Journal’s Laura Kusisto has details. A string of recent deaths in youth football has renewed calls for reform. NBC reports. The NFL has embraced a soft-shell helmet cover to protect players from concussions. CNN looks into what the science says about them. In the campaign to vaccinate kids in Gaza against polio, the World Health Organization says efforts are exceeding early targets. The BBC has the story. The U.S. Department of Justice charged six Hamas leaders over the October 7 attack. Reuters has more. And the Wall Street Journal reports on the American teen who stunned himself — and the world — to win two Paralympic golds.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu

Protesters gathered across Israel after the bodies of six hostages were recovered from Gaza. Anger over their deaths has amplified pressure on Netanyahu to reach a ceasefire deal. The Guardian has the story.  Union members are crucial to Harris’s campaign. USA Today explains how she’s pitching to them. NPR and ProPublica lay out why it’s so hard to find a therapist who takes insurance. NPR reports on German elections that saw the far right make historic gains. Brazil’s Supreme Court upheld a ban on social-media platform X. The Wall Street Journal reports. Archer Jodie Grinham is the first athlete to win a Paralympic medal while pregnant. The Guardian has details. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Richard Rubin of the Wall Street Journal explains how your tax bill could change depending on who wins the White House. The Army says an Arlington National Cemetery worker was pushed by Trump aides. NPR examines the fallout. Will Carless of USA Today breaks down the impact of the Telegram CEO’s arrest on far-right users in the U.S. The death toll rose in the Boar’s Head–linked listeria outbreak. The Washington Post has details. The Wall Street Journal takes a look at the man who would make Germany far-right again. The taekwondo fighter Zakia Khudadadi became the first Refugee Paralympic Team medalist. The Guardian tells her story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

CNN examines the 10 Senate seats most likely to flip in 2024. Reuters reports on why the West Bank city of Jenin is a hotbed of conflict between the Israeli military and Palestinians. NPR details the dispute over the Trump campaign’s visit to Arlington National Cemetery. The U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murthy, spoke to PBS about why he issued a warning about the stress of parenting. A jury found Robert Telles, a former Clark County public administrator, guilty in the fatal stabbing of Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German. The Washington Post has more, while Apple News In Conversation focuses on how journalists came together to finish German’s last investigation. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

With eyes on November, Colorado Republicans have been voting against certifying elections. Erin Mansfield from USA Today talks about why it’s important. Democrats sued to block new GOP-backed Georgia election-certification rules. CNN has more. New Taliban restrictions on women in Afghanistan include a law that bans them from speaking in public. The Guardian has details. The Paris Games will represent a turning point for the Paralympic movement, the International Paralympic Committee president told Reuters. American swimmer Christie Raleigh Crossley speaks about her quest for gold. Trump was indicted again in the election-subversion case brought by Jack Smith. Politico examines the new filing. The first January 6 defendant to breach the Capitol was sentenced to prison. CBS News reports. Australia became the latest country to give workers the right to disconnect outside of working hours. NPR looks at how the new law works. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Maxine Joselow of the Washington Post explains why Democrats are so quiet about climate change right now. The NFL is poised to allow private-equity ownership. Alex Kirshner explains why this is important. Washington Post reporter Jaclyn Peiser looks into what a merger of Kroger and Albertsons would mean for you. Israeli special forces rescued a hostage held in southern Gaza. Axios has more. The Wall Street Journal reports on how special counsel Jack Smith pushed to revive the Trump prosecution on handling of classified documents. CBS News explains the debate dispute between the Harris and Trump campaigns over muting microphones. The Gallagher brothers confirmed that Oasis will reunite and tour. BBC News has the details. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Wall Street Journal reporter Maggie Severns goes inside Kamala Harris’s fundraising drive. NASA decided that the Boeing Starliner crew will instead return home on a SpaceX ship. The Houston Chronicle explains the move. As entertainment companies cut costs and send jobs overseas, reality-TV professionals are trying to navigate the downturn. Meredith Blake with the Los Angeles Times spoke to them. Israel and Hezbollah exchanged their heaviest strikes in months. The Washington Post is on the story. USA Today looks at how there are warnings about a rare, lethal mosquito-borne virus in Massachusetts. Stat has what you need to know about West Nile virus, which recently infected Dr. Anthony Fauci. Danny Jansen could make history by playing for the Red Sox and Blue Jays in the same game. The Athletic takes a look. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Wall Street Journal has the key points from Harris’s convention speech. Christian Paz from Vox explains how Democrats moved to the right on immigration policy. An investigation from the Washington Post found that the NFL’s concussion settlement isn’t using current technology to screen players for brain damage. Reporter Will Hobson explains. The FDA authorized updated COVID vaccines. Yahoo News explains. MIT’s Black student enrollment dropped significantly after the Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action in admissions. NBC News has more. American Lynn Williams broke her gold medal. She’s asking for a new one. USA Today has the details. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Politico reports on Tim Walz’s big Democratic convention speech last night. And Apple News editor Gideon Resnick previews Harris’s address tonight. The Wall Street Journal looks at what Trump’s been saying about tariffs, and what Harris has been saying about food prices, and finds economists skeptical of both plans. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is planning to drop his bid for president and endorse Trump, sources tell NBC News. More passenger remains were recovered from the wreck of a tycoon’s yacht off the coast of Sicily. Reuters has more. A Texas court will reconsider the case of a Black woman who was sentenced to five years for trying to vote. The Guardian is on the story. The world’s oldest person died at 117. The Washington Post shares her advice for living. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Barack Obama stepped back into the spotlight to skewer Trump. Politico reporter Eugene Daniels looks at the state of the race. ProPublica reporter Jeremy Kohler on how Missouri — where abortion is illegal — is funding an anti-abortion group that works in other states. Matt Gaetz won a House primary despite a Kevin McCarthy–allied group spending millions on his challenger. ABC News has the story. New York Governor Kathy Hochul is considering banning phones in public schools. She spoke with New York magazine. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s marriage is dead. The Washington Post has the obituary.

Biden has handed off to Kamala Harris. New York magazine’s Gabriel Debenedetti describes what’s next. The Washington Post reports on why the Secret Service finds protecting Trump extraordinarily challenging. Disney agreed to have a court decide on a wrongful-death lawsuit brought by a widower in Florida, after earlier arguing that the case belonged in arbitration because the man signed up for a trial of Disney+. Reuters has the story. The bodies of six Israeli hostages were retrieved from Gaza during a military operation, Israeli authorities said. CNN has more. ABC News reports on George Santos’s guilty pleas to various charges. Many soccer fans are dreaming of coming to the U.S. for the World Cup in 2026. But wait times to get visas can be nearly two years for some people. NPR looks into the issues. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Los Angeles Times reports on the protesters who are marching at the DNC. Newborn twins were killed in Gaza as their father went to get their birth certificates. NBC News spoke to him. How Bank of America ignores its own rules meant to prevent dangerous workloads. Wall Street Journal reporter Alexander Saeedy is on the story. She helped create a more inclusive Democratic Party. Now she’s leading its convention. The 19th profiles Minyon Moore. The Wall Street Journal reports on the cheating scandal rocking the world of elite high-school math. The Atlantic explains research on the costs of school closures for families, especially mothers. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Washington Post analyzes new polling that shows Harris cutting into Trump’s advantages on economic issues. Reporter Caitlin Dickerson traveled along one of the most dangerous paths that migrant families take to the United States. She shares the story on Apple News In Conversation. So much about real-estate commissions just changed. The Wall Street Journal has details. The investigation into Matthew Perry’s death has led to multiple charges. The Hollywood Reporter has more. The Los Angeles Times looks at what Elmo — and his human friends — learned by asking Americans about their mental health. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

PBS News Hour special correspondent Leila Molana-Allen joins to discuss the crisis in Sudan. The Wall Street Journal reports on devastation in the capital city. ProPublica goes inside Project 2025’s secret training videos. Columbia University’s president resigned after criticism of her handling of Gaza war protests on campus. The Washington Post has more. Stat reports on the WHO’s declaration that the mpox outbreak is a global health emergency. Vox examines how the controversial Olympic breaker Raygun earned her spot at the Games. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Reuters reports on Ukraine’s ground attacks inside Russia. Washington Post reporter Yasmeen Abutaleb speaks to pro-Palestinian protesters who’re promising a massive showing at the Democratic convention. Jen Murphy writes in Bloomberg about how tourism in Maui hasn’t fully recovered following the wildfires. Voters in Missouri and Arizona will weigh in on reproductive rights in November, as the states join a growing list with the issue on the ballot. CBS News has more.  Americans are becoming less religious. None more than one particular group, as USA Today explains. New York magazine explores modern ethical questions about our pets. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Dana Mattioli of the Wall Street Journal details Elon Musk’s hands-on push to win 800,000 voters for Trump. Dan Primack of Axios reports that Tim Walz doesn't own a single stock. And the Journal compares Walz’s finances to those of JD Vance. The Court of Arbitration for Sport denied USA Gymnastics’ efforts to restore Jordan Chiles’s bronze, a major blow to the federation’s hopes. The Washington Post explains. The FBI is investigating efforts to hack the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns. NBC News has more. Harris and Trump say they want to stop taxing tips. NPR looks into why many economists don’t like the idea. A woman hurled a burrito bowl at a Chipotle employee. Then a judge made her walk in the victim’s shoes. New York magazine has the story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

USA Today details new polling that shows Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump in three key swing states. The Athletic writers on their favorite moments from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Hamas cast doubt on participation in new Gaza ceasefire talks, saying a plan should be based on Biden’s earlier vision for peace. Reuters has more. The Trump campaign’s internal documents were hacked. It suggested Iran was to blame. Politico received some of the files. The Guardian looks at a new series of Banksy murals in London and how they’ve raised speculation about whether the artist has a broader political message. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Washington Post looks at how Trump is complaining about Harris’s gains as his advisers try to focus on attacking her. What happens when everyone decides they need a gun? Vox examines the surge in new firearm owners in America. Litigation challenging popular shows based on true stories is making it more expensive for streaming companies to produce content. The Wall Street Journal has the story. NPR profiles the self-proclaimed GOAT of cybersquatting, who sold a domain name predicting the Harris-Walz ticket for $15,000. Deadline reports that Maya Rudolph will reprise her Emmy-winning role as Harris on ‘Saturday Night Live’ this fall. The Los Angeles Times on why Steve Martin declined an offer to play Tim Walz. The Athletic covers the Olympic debut of breaking, and how the sport is walking a fine line between its hip-hop roots and the mainstream. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Clare Malone of the New Yorker discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s unusual campaign. It doesn’t look like America is in a recession. Greg Ip of the Wall Street Journal examines why, and explains how one could happen. CNN reports on how the alleged Taylor Swift terror plot fits a worrying pattern of ISIS radicalizing teens online. U.S. Olympic figure skaters received gold medals in Paris after a 912-day delay. The Athletic has the story. Romania appealed the gymnastics results that led to American Jordan Chiles winning bronze ahead of Romanian competitors. The Today Show has more. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joins us to talk about her role in Biden’s departure from the campaign, as well as Harris’s selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as running mate. The Verge reporter Lauren Feiner explains the federal ruling that Google has maintained a monopoly in the search and advertising markets. Wesley Bell defeated incumbent Cori Bush in the Missouri Democratic primary. The Missouri Independent is on the story. Microcredit pioneer Muhammad Yunus will lead a caretaker government in Bangladesh. The Wall Street Journal looks at the challenge ahead. The U.S. women’s soccer team defeated Germany and will play for Olympic gold. NPR has details. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Harris picked Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. USA Today reports on his political record. Global markets reeled, but economists say: Don’t panic yet. Washington Post economics reporter Rachel Siegel explains why. Nurse practitioners increasingly treat patients independently. Bloomberg Businessweek reporter Caleb Melby warns that when they aren’t well trained, the results can be tragic. Google lost an antitrust case over search-engine dominance. The Wall Street Journal has details. AI is about to blow up the college application industry. The San Francisco Chronicle examines companies behind new services. Yahoo Sports looks at how Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles demonstrated what the Olympics are all about — sportsmanship. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

One of the Americans not released in last week’s prisoner swap involving multiple countries is teacher Marc Fogel, who was sentenced to 14 years in a Russian penal colony back in 2022. PBS spoke with his sister, Anne Fogel.   The Washington Post's Ruby Mellen describes how a 6-year-old Palestinian boy became the face of the hunger crisis in Gaza. Astronauts on a 10-day mission have now been in space for 60 days due to issues their spacecraft. Vox has the story.  NBC reports on the wins that Team USA racked up in Paris over the weekend.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

U.S. Marine Paul Whelan and Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich have been freed from Russian custody in one of the most complicated prisoner swaps in history. The Journal goes inside the negotiations to bring them home. The Wall Street Journal reports on how America’s new political war is pitting young men against young women. And Amy Walter from the Cook Political Report joins to discuss the issue. The Los Angeles Times reports on Simone Biles’s historic all-around victory, her second gold of these Games and her ninth Olympic medal overall.  Katie Ledecky is now the most decorated American woman in Olympic history. The Athletic has the story.  And Yahoo Sports looks at how Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian and rapper Flavor Flav stepped up to help a U.S. Olympian in need. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

Catherine Lucey of the Wall Street Journal explains how presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris is looking to capitalize on renewed energy within the party.  CNN reports on the protests and uncertainty wracking Venezuela in the wake of its contested presidential election. The dual killings of a Hamas political leader and a Hezbollah commander this week have raised the risk of a regional war. The Guardian has more.  Katie Ledecky cruised to another gold, her eighth — tying the record for American women in any Olympic sport. USA Today has a recap of the race. Wired explains why the athletics track at this year’s Games is purple — and the secret ingredient that makes it possible.  The Athletic has the story of an Egyptian fencer who revealed that she competed while seven months pregnant. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The assassination of Hamas’s political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, is deepening fears of an all-out war in the Middle East. CNN has more.    JD Vance’s memoir reveals the roots of his ideas about parents, children, and who should run the country. Jessica Winter of the New Yorker joins to explain more.  Reuters reports that presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris will hit the campaign trail next week, accompanied by her pick for vice president. The leader of the controversial conservative blueprint Project 2025 is stepping down. The Washington Post has the details. Trump faces criticism for recent comments about voting. The Hill has more. The Athletic has the story on how Simone Biles and her teammates secured gold with a dominant display of redemption in the women’s gymnastics team final. ESPN reports on the first-ever medal for U.S. women in rugby.  The Athletic also takes a closer look at the controversial line call that knocked tennis star Coco Gauff out of contention in the women’s singles event. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The San Francisco Chronicle reports on what’s known about the arson suspect accused of starting the Park Fire, why it burned so quickly, and why many residents refused to leave.  Biden is backing major Supreme Court reforms. CBS News lays out what they would do. Gymnastics promised a reckoning, but coaches who faced allegations remain in the sport. Molly Hensley-Clancy, sports investigation reporter for the Washington Post, explains how this happened.  The Wall Street Journal reports on Ni Xia Lian, the 61-year-old Olympian smashing competitors half her age.  U.S. women’s soccer leagues are signing on some of the youngest players ever. Mckenna Whitham recently made her professional debut at 14 years old. The Athletic has more.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu

A six-week abortion ban takes effect in Iowa today. It’s one of the most restrictive bans in the country. KCUR has the story.  After multiple attacks this weekend, NPR reports on growing concerns about a potential regional war in the Middle East.  Anna Phillips of the Washington Post details an unusual experiment by Nevada as it attempts to solve its water crisis.  NBC recaps a busy first weekend at the Paris Olympics.  The Athletic reports on the Seine’s ongoing pollution issues, which forced Olympic organizers to cancel training for the triathlon over health concerns on Sunday.  The Wall Street Journal explains the dirty secret of Olympic swimming: Everyone pees in the pool.  And LAist goes inside a California high school that’s been consistently churning out Olympians for decades.  Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu. 

Reuters reporter Maurice Tamman discusses the year he spent investigating how easy it is to buy the ingredients to make fentanyl. CNN on what’s known about the killing of Sonya Massey and the deputy charged with first-degree murder. NBC Olympic host Rebecca Lowe joins Apple News In Conversation to talk about the top athletes to watch in Paris. Video-game performers went on strike, in part over AI concerns. NBC News explains. The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that boneless chicken wings can have bones in them. The Miami Herald is on the story. ‘Veep’ viewership surged as Kamala Harris started her presidential bid. Deadline has the numbers. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

USA Today looks at Harris’s potential VP picks, and Apple News editor Gideon Resnick talks about her decision’s possible impact on the race. Inside what the San Francisco Chronicle calls one of the first high-profile evictions of unhoused people since the Supreme Court’s major ruling on encampments. The International Olympic Committee says Salt Lake City must lobby for an end to an FBI doping investigation to secure the 2034 Winter Olympics. The Guardian explains. The Athletic details how the Argentina-Morocco Olympic soccer match descended into a “circus.” A Canadian soccer coach was given an eight-month suspended jail sentence following the use of a drone to record another team. The Telegraph has the story. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Netanyahu’s visit to Washington comes at a challenging moment for Israel and an uncertain time for its relationship with the U.S. Ben Samuels of Haaretz explains. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution looks at why Delta was hit so hard by the global IT outage. Peter Holley from Texas Monthly reports on how a vending machine that sells bullets in grocery stores has gun-safety advocates concerned. Historians tell the Washington Post that Biden’s withdrawal from the election shows American democracy is working. Harris is hitting the campaign trail. CNBC has details. The Washington Post reports that following the attempt on Trump’s life, the Secret Service encouraged his campaign to stop holding outdoor rallies. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Politico reporter Eugene Daniels on how Kamala Harris is converting the Biden campaign into her own. American physicians Feroze Sidhwa and Mark Perlmutter, who both recently returned from Gaza, write in Politico about the child casualties of Israel’s war on Hamas. The Washington Post reported on how the ATF traced the Trump rally shooter’s gun using records opposed by some in the GOP. The results of the biggest study yet on guaranteed-income programs are finally in. The 19th has more. Paris 2024 sets a milestone as the first Olympics to achieve full gender parity, as NBC Sports explains. Allyson Felix introduced a nursery for athlete moms. CBS News has details. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Biden ended his reelection bid and backed Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Reuters has details. The Atlantic looks at the problems Biden’s withdrawal creates for the Trump campaign. And USA Today explains how the Trump campaign is turning its focus to Harris. Harris’s life has been filled with milestones and firsts. Now she is close to becoming the Democratic nominee for president. The Los Angeles Times, which has covered her for years, explains what you need to know about her. The Washington Post and Politico go behind the scenes of Biden’s decision to drop out, and the Wall Street Journal looks back at his 50 years at the center of power. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Wall Street Journal covers Trump’s convention speech. And WSJ reporter Alex Leary explains how Trump won back control of the GOP. The Washington Post unpacks what’s known about the assassination attempt against Trump. In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, the Texas Tribune looks into why power outages keep happening in the state. Reuters reports on the global cyber outage that has grounded flights and also hit banks, media, and more. Russian prosecutors are seeking an 18-year sentence for falsely accused Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. The Journal has more. Hunter Biden is calling for his conviction to be tossed out, citing the judge’s ruling in the Trump documents case. NBC News reports. Bob Newhart, groundbreaking comic and sitcom legend, died at 94. Rolling Stone describes his impact. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

CNN reports that Nancy Pelosi told Biden that polls show he cannot win, and ABC says Chuck Schumer privately urged him to step aside. The Washington Post covers JD Vance’s convention speech, in which Trump’s VP pick introduced himself to the nation. Food aid is piling up inside Gaza. NPR looks at why it’s not reaching those in need. Time reporter Andrew Chow investigates the “nightmare” health crisis of a Texas bitcoin-mining town. The Ringer has the winners and losers from the Emmy nominations. The Verge explains why NASA canceled a mission that was going to search for water on the moon. NBC News looks at how pricey Copenhagen is offering tourists free perks for going green. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Wall Street Journal’s Annie Linskey reports on how some Democrats fear time is running out to change course before Biden gets the nomination. Throughout modern history, assassination attempts on U.S. presidents have led to changes in gun policy. But, Vox argues, that seems unlikely this time. Washington Post reporter Danielle Douglas-Gabriel explains why many universities are abandoning race-conscious scholarships worth millions. Sen. Bob Menendez is guilty. Politico lays out what happens next. The Atlantic looks into how a conservative policy blueprint could affect weather reports Americans rely on. Research shows that climate change is messing with time more than previously thought. CNN has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Wall Street Journal has what to know about Trump’s pick for running mate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance.  The Atlantic’s David Graham explains Judge Aileen Cannon’s stunning decision to dismiss Trump’s classified-documents case.  NPR follows firefighters in New Mexico as they scramble to save migrants from extreme summer heat.  The AR-15, America’s most popular and despised rifle, is once again at the center of a national crisis. The Wall Street Journal looks at its divisive history.  The San Francisco Chronicle examines how the 2007 baby boom will reshape college admissions in the coming years.  The River Seine isn’t safe for swimming, but Paris’s mayor has nevertheless vowed to “dive in” ahead of the Olympics. The Athletic has the story.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick. 

Apple News has a collection of the best coverage and analysis of the shooting. Wall Street Journal senior political correspondent Molly Ball discusses how the incident is affecting the presidential campaign. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Half a million people will remain without power until next week following Beryl’s trail of destruction across Houston. In the area’s brutal summer heat, outages can be a killer. The Texas Tribune’s Emily Foxhall spoke with residents who are sick of the uncertainty.  On In Conversation, brain-science expert Mitch Prinstein explains what we know about how social media affects children’s brains — and shares advice for parents to help regulate their kids’ use.  The Athletic shares what to watch for on a bumper day for international soccer fans on Sunday. First, in Germany, Spain and England go head-to-head in the final of Euro 2024. A few hours later, in Miami, Argentina and Colombia duke it out for the Copa América title.

Washington Post reporter Emily Rauhala has the story of how fears of a Trump victory have NATO leaders looking to lock in support for Ukraine — and the alliance itself. Vox’s Constance Grady discusses recent revelations about Nobel Prize–winning author Alice Munro. NBC News reports on a breakthrough study on lupus that could point the way to new treatment. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Semafor reporter Joseph Zeballos-Roig explains what Democrats are looking for from Biden, amid questions about the president’s campaign. NPR reports on the controversy over a new organ-recovery technique. New York magazine looks at how the NDA became the defining legal document of our time. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Hannah Knowles of the Washington Post reports on how Democrats are focusing attacks on Project 2025, a right-wing policy blueprint that’s being pushed by Trump allies. Channel 4 has the story of the Ukrainian children’s hospital that was hit in a Russian missile attack on Monday. NASA volunteers who lived in a simulation of Mars have emerged after more than a year. NPR has more. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

ABC News has details on growing calls from congressional Democrats for Biden to step aside as a candidate. KFF Health News reporter Jazmin Orozco reports on how Idaho’s law criminalizing abortion drove an exodus of OB-GYNs from the state, forcing rural patients to leave their community for treatment. DW looks at Greece’s move to introduce a six-day workweek. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

In The Atlantic, law professor Nicholas Bagley looks at a set of recent Supreme Court decisions that have fundamentally reshaped power in Washington. Outside magazine argues for banning fireworks for health and environmental reasons. CBS New York explains why Joey Chestnut is not on this year’s list of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest competitors, despite being the reigning champion. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Supreme Court dealt a blow to prosecution of Trump by ruling that he has broad immunity. The Wall Street Journal’s Jess Bravin has the story. NPR spoke with Matthew Holehouse, a British political correspondent for The Economist, about the U.K.’s upcoming election. The Times of London reports on how new research makes a connection between the extinction of dinosaurs and the invention of wine. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Evan Osnos of the New Yorker discusses the Biden campaign’s attempts to manage the fallout from the president’s debate performance. The American release of the Donald Trump movie ‘The Apprentice,’ starring Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong, is in question, despite a distribution deal on the table. Jada Yuan from the Washington Post has the story. Simone Biles qualified for her third Olympic team. NBC Sports has details. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Reuters has a recap of the first presidential debate, from Biden’s shaky performance to Trump’s barrage of falsehoods. Ari Saperstein of the Blind Landing podcast previews the U.S. gymnastics trials, as Simone Biles and others aim for spots on the Olympic team. Writer and critic Emily Nussbaum speaks to Apple News In Conversation about the history of reality TV. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick. 

Evan Osnos of the New Yorker describes what he’ll be watching for in tonight’s presidential debate. AI is exhausting the power grid. Tech firms are seeking a miracle solution. The Washington Post’s Evan Halper is on the story. The brain makes a lot of waste. Now scientists think they know where it goes. NPR reports. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The surgeon general declared gun violence a public-health crisis. Stat reporter Annalisa Merelli analyzes the move’s potential effects. Intensifying hurricanes, floods, and heat waves are wreaking havoc across the country, and on all of our bank accounts. Nitish Pahwa from Slate explains the increasing impact of climate change on the economy. The New Yorker reports on the father-son drama of LeBron and Bronny James. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is flying back to Australia after a 12-year legal battle. CNN explains what to know about his U.S. plea deal. Maxine Joselow from the Washington Post reports on why scientists fear a second Trump term, and what they’re doing about it. She thrifted this vase for $4. It turned out to be an ancient Mayan artifact. NPR has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick. 

The Wall Street Journal spoke to older voters about why they’re supporting Biden against Trump, while the Washington Post looks into how some younger voters who previously supported the president are turning on him. Many military service members and their families have a hard time receiving health care. NPR explains why. Sha’Carri Richardson won her spot at the Paris Olympics with a dominant performance, including the fastest 100-meter time this season. The Athletic has the story.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

Some Democrats are trying to repeal the Comstock Act, an 1873 law that they worry could be used by the GOP to restrict abortion nationwide. Washington Post reporter Dan Diamond explains. Apple News In Conversation explores the real reason so many people are getting cosmetic surgery. CNN looks into how the “song of the summer” became a cultural phenomenon. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Wall Street Journal explains how a heat dome creates dangerous, record-breaking temperatures. Vox’s Anna North looks into plans on the Christian right to target divorce, following efforts to restrict abortion rights, IVF, and birth control. Marketplace has the story of the popular children’s snack that’s well on its way to becoming a billion-dollar brand. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Biden offered a citizenship path for spouses of Americans in a sweeping election-year immigration move. Reuters has details. Dov Lieber of the Wall Street Journal looks at the potential impact of Netanyahu’s decision to dissolve his war Cabinet as fighting continues in Gaza. Eighty-five years ago, a racist mob targeted Opal Lee’s home. Her new house is a symbol of community. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram has the story of the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Should FEMA recognize extreme heat and wildfire smoke as major disasters? The Los Angeles Times examines the issue. St. Louis Public Radio reports on the reasons for the city’s high rate of unsolved murders. The ‘Inside Out’ movies are hits at the box office and among therapists. NPR explains why. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

NPR explains why the Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks for rifles. And the Wall Street Journal highlights notable cases of the court’s term. Emily Stewart of Business Insider looks at why so many musical acts are pulling back on plans for big concert tours. Ahmed Ali Akbar of the Chicago Tribune explores a wonderland for mango lovers. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Elon Musk convinced Tesla investors to back his pay package. USA Today has more. Paris wanted an AC-free Olympics. Visiting nations had other plans. Washington Post climate correspondent Chico Harlan explains. Entertainment-industry disrupter Franklin Leonard, founder of the Black List, joins this week’s Apple News In Conversation to talk about what’s gone wrong in Hollywood — and how to fix it. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Some big retailers are lowering prices. New York magazine looks at why. Jess Bravin of the Wall Street Journal explains how the Supreme Court’s strains are intensifying as its term’s end approaches. American cricket found a star. He’s a Silicon Valley tech worker. The Washington Post has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Hunter Biden was found guilty of federal gun violations. Matt Viser of the Washington Post explains what the verdict means — and what’s next. Survivors of the Sandy Hook shooting are graduating from high school. ABC News spoke with several. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

NBC News looks at what the first polls after Trump’s conviction show — and what they don’t. And the Washington Post has more takeaways from the polling. Genocide survivors in Darfur are caught in another brutal battle. The Wall Street Journal reports. The Washington Post looks at the companies that will pay you if it rains on your vacation. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

USA Today reports on the impact of the end of a program that provided free COVID vaccines. CNN has details from the Israeli operation that rescued four hostages and killed scores of Palestinians. He wanted to learn how to be a better dad, so he asked around. Now he has a national TV show. The Philadelphia Inquirer has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

A judge ordered former Trump adviser Steve Bannon to surrender by July 1 to serve a four-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress. The Wall Street Journal has more. Reporters Cheyenne Roundtree and Nancy Dillon discuss the years of allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs on this week’s Apple News In Conversation. NPR examines how Israel’s military investigates itself in cases of possible wrongdoing. Pat Sajak is leaving, but ‘Wheel of Fortune’ will just keep R_LLING AL_NG. CNN has the details.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Zombie second mortgages are coming to life, threatening thousands of Americans’ homes. NPR tells you what to know. Damage to the Gaza pier was another blow to a troubled U.S. aid mission. The Washington Post’s Dan Lamothe joins to explain the challenges. The Athletic looks at how the NBA Finals matchup between the Celtics and Mavericks will be won. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Wall Street Journal’s Sadie Gurman explains how Attorney General Merrick Garland has handled investigations into Trump, Biden, and Biden’s son Hunter. Reuters reports on how a federal appeals court blocked a grant program for businesses owned by Black women. And The 19th talks to past recipients of the money, who share how it was transformational. Vox takes a look at what your sibling birth order does — and doesn’t — explain about you. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Washington Post’s Dan Diamond explains what we learned from Dr. Fauci’s testimony to Congress on COVID. Shan Li of the Wall Street Journal looks at the future of India, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to win a third term. NPR has seven surprising facts about dreams, why we have them, and what they mean.

The Wall Street Journal explains why Biden’s ceasefire push in Gaza faces tough obstacles. NPR reporter Ximena Bustillo has the story of what’s next after the Trump guilty verdict, including for the jurors. Claudia Sheinbaum was elected Mexico’s first woman president. Washington Post journalist Mary Beth Sheridan has more.

Donald Trump is the first former U.S. president to be convicted of a crime, after a jury found him guilty on all 34 counts in his New York criminal trial. The New Yorker’s Susan Glasser and Politico’s Erica Orden join the show to break down what comes next for Trump — and American democracy. Biden is giving Ukraine permission to carry out limited strikes within Russia using U.S.-provided weapons. CNN reports. Campaigns for Mexico’s elections are taking place amid deadly cartel violence. Mary Beth Sheridan has the story for the Washington Post. The NBA Finals are now set. The Athletic has a preview. Bruhat Soma won the Scripps National Spelling Bee. NPR explains how he spelled 29 out of 30 words correctly in the event’s second-ever spell-off, in which competitors have 90 seconds to spell as many words given to them as possible. And be sure to check out Apple News In Conversation. Guest host Sam Sanders talks with science-fiction writer Blake Crouch about his book Dark Matter, which has been adapted for the screen for Apple TV+. The show explores the multiverse, and what happens if you choose a different path. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Ben Samuels from Haaretz compares Trump’s recent comments on Israel to those from Biden. NPR explains how groups that register voters are feeling besieged by new state laws. The Los Angeles Times goes inside the rise of human composting. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

It’s not just guilty or not guilty. Politico looks at all the possible outcomes of the Trump trial. Washington Post journalist Dana Hedgpeth on the in-depth investigation of abuse against Native American children. The Wall Street Journal looks at what new research tells us about the damage anger does to our bodies over time. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Biden is getting no credit for the current economic boom in America. Annie Lowrey explores why in The Atlantic. Washington Post reporter Mary Beth Sheridan investigates how Mexico’s cartels infiltrated the tortilla business. CNN looks at the hurdles for air travelers during what’s expected to be a busy summer. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

New York Magazine writer Zak Cheney-Rice describes how in Atlanta, the George Floyd demonstrators are being prosecuted as gang members. And the activists of today could be next. Research shows that lowering speed limits can make city streets much safer. Vox journalist Marin Cogan explains. Other countries have better sunscreens. NPR explains why we can’t get them in the U.S. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Justin Jouvenal from the Washington Post explains why calls are growing for Justice Alito to recuse himself from January 6 and 2020 election cases. TV and film writers in Hollywood are struggling to find work in the entertainment industry amid a downturn in production. Los Angeles Times reporter Stacy Perman has the story. Coins left at airport security reignite debate on getting rid of them. Read more in Fast Company. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

An increasing number of actors are accusing AI companies of re-creating their voices without permission. CNN has the story of a new lawsuit. NPR Ukraine bureau chief Joanna Kakissis explains Russia’s recent gains in Ukraine. And NPR also reports on how Zelenskyy’s popularity has waned as the war goes on. The Washington Post looks at new research on how cockroaches took over the world. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Prosecutors rested their case in Trump’s criminal trial in New York. CNN has details. Red Lobster has filed for bankruptcy protection. The Wall Street Journal looks at what went wrong. USA Today reports on how the portals connecting New York and Dublin have reopened after the video livestream was shut down due to “inappropriate behavior.” Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died in a helicopter crash, creating fresh uncertainty as the country’s hardline clerical establishment navigates regional tensions and domestic discontent. CNN has more. The crew members of the ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge have been on board since the crash. The Baltimore Sun has their story. It took nearly a decade to get the 2014 Boston Marathon winner her prize money. The Wall Street Journal explains why. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Twenty years after America’s first same-sex marriages, data shows the effects of the practice on marriage as a whole have been largely positive. The Wall Street Journal looks at the research. Bloomberg reports a new law that would mean big changes to the way we fly. Are tacos and burritos sandwiches? An Indiana judge weighed in on this spicy debate and said yes. The Washington Post has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

A Reuters investigation found that when Trump criticizes trial judges, his supporters respond with posts urging violence. The Wall Street Journal looks at how coverage of the war in Gaza on Israeli television is very different than what the rest of the world see. A geologist believes she’s solved the mystery of the landscape behind the ‘Mona Lisa.’ The Times of London has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

CNN speaks with Israeli whistleblowers who describe brutal conditions at a shadowy detention facility for Palestinians. Vermont lawmakers passed a bill that would allow the state to go after big oil companies for compensation over damage wrought by climate change. Vermont Public Radio reports. A miniature poodle named Sage won the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Fox Sports has video of the moment. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Doctors and nurses at one of the last functioning hospitals in Rafah tell NPR that months of Israeli military operations and border closures have devastated their ability to care for patients. Wired looks at why some states are banning lab-grown meat. Bloomberg Businessweek describes how Caitlin Clark and other star rookies are part of a plan to transform the WNBA. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Politico reporter Josh Gerstein explains why Trump’s political fate likely won’t be decided by the courts. Atomic veterans are on the verge of losing federal benefits. NPR reports on how Congress hasn't helped. Many insomniacs swear by dull narrators who put them to sleep, whether on purpose or not. The Wall Street Journal examines the phenomenon. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Biden’s “red line” in Gaza is an invasion of Rafah. What will that mean if Israel follows through with the attack? The Guardian’s Julian Borger examines the conundrum.  The Guardian also reports on devastating flooding in Kenya. And Reuters has dramatic images of the severe flooding in southern Brazil. Paco de Leon, a personal-finance expert, shares tips for becoming your own boss on this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison. 

After years in a Syrian ISIS camp, a 10-person American family is back in the U.S. NPR has the details. Some senior care homes in the United States are refusing to pick up fallen residents, instead dialing 911. Todd C. Frankel of the Washington Post joins to talk about the problem. The “world’s largest” vacuum to suck climate pollution out of the air just opened. CNN explains how it works. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison. 

TikTok and its owners filed a legal challenge over a recent U.S. law that would ban the app if it doesn’t find a buyer in a year. NPR has the story. NPR also examines claims that the ban could be “an extinction-level event” for the creator economy. Columbia canceled its universitywide commencement ceremony after weeks of protests on campus. NBC News reports.  ESPN explains how WNBA plans to fund chartered flights could be a game changer for players.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison. 

Politico asks student journalists what’s really happening on college campuses. Inside the encampments and crackdowns that shook American politics. A report for New York magazine by the staff of the Columbia Daily Spectator. David Nakamura of the Washington Post explains the obscure N.Y. election law at the heart of Trump’s hush-money trial.  Apple News looks at some of the most important work done by this year’s Pulitzer Prize winners. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

The Washington Post reports on Hamas’s attack on a Gaza border crossing and on the status of ceasefire talks. In an exclusive interview with ABC News, Olympian and WNBA star Brittney Griner reflects on her freedom from Russian prison. Wall Street Journal columnist Clare Ansberry explains why millions of American kids are doing the adult work of providing care for family. Madonna’s free concert at Brazil's Copacabana beach was her largest ever, drawing 1.6 million fans. Reuters has images from the show. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

Washington Post reporter Greg Miller talks about an investigation into an assassination plot on American soil, and what it reveals about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in India. NPR has the story of how some faculty members are defending student protesters, in actions and in words. For the first time, an orangutan was seen treating his wounds with a medicinal plant. NBC News explains why scientists are so excited by the discovery. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Vox explains what student demonstrators against the war in Gaza are calling on their universities to do. Nabih Bulos, the Middle East bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times, shares his reporting on a medical facility in Qatar that’s treating child amputees from Gaza. The New Yorker spent time with a secret society of writers and artists that’s trying to rethink how we pay attention in an age of infinite distraction. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Donald Trump sits down with Time reporter Eric Cortellessa for exclusive interviews about what a second term could look like if he wins. There’s also a transcript and fact-check of the conversations. Wired explains why millions of Americans could lose internet access today. Every vote counts for the GOP in the House — which is why the enthusiasm of some Republican lawmakers for activities such as skydiving is causing jitters in Washington. The Wall Street Journal reports. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Politico reporter Ben Feuerherd explains what happened in Donald Trump’s criminal trial in New York last week — and what to expect from this week in court. PBS NewsHour reports on how Israelis marked the Passover holiday, amid conflict, loss and trauma. ESPN looks back at the long, complicated friendship between Donte DiVincenzo, Jalen Brunson, and Josh Hart, former Villanova teammates who now play together on the New York Knicks. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

An expert writes in the Washington Post about America’s grim history of using troops against student protesters. And a Post analysis looks back at how the public felt about campus protests against the Vietnam War at the time. New federal flying rules require more price transparency and for airlines to provide full cash refunds when flights are canceled or significantly changed. NPR spoke to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the changes. The Athletic looks back at the storied career of Candace Parker, who is retiring from the WNBA. Nike is expected to alter MLB uniforms by 2025 after months of complaints, according to a union memo obtained by The Athletic. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A New York court’s reversal of Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction dealt a blow to a long effort to hold the former Hollywood producer accountable. The Wall Street Journal explains what it means. The federal government passed new nursing-home staffing rules. Most facilities don’t have enough personnel to meet them. Jordan Rau from KFF Health News tells us more. Emily Oster, an economist and parenting expert, talks about how to make America a better place to raise kids on this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

NBC reporter Lawrence Hurley explains how Donald Trump could win at the Supreme Court even if his broad immunity argument is rejected. Finding matched donors for bone-marrow transplants has always been a major challenge. A repurposed drug has solved that problem. Sarah Zhang from The Atlantic has the details. The Athletic looks into how name, image, and likeness payments in college football are affecting the NFL draft.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick. 

The FTC finalized a rule banning most employers from using noncompete clauses. CNN has more. The Supreme Court is hearing a pair of cases about emergency abortions. It’s the court’s first chance to weigh in on the state laws restricting abortion that have gone into effect since it overturned Roe v. Wade. USA Today reporter Maureen Groppe explains the stakes. The Washington Post looks at how Columbia University’s campus protests in April 1968 were also marked by mass arrests. The Los Angeles Times visits a project in South Korea where, inspired by reality television, Buddhist monks serve as matchmakers. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

NBC News takes a look at how Gaza protests are playing out at colleges across America. A provision that would ban TikTok — or force a sale — landed in a foreign-aid bill for Ukraine and Israel that is expected to pass the Senate today. NPR explains what to know about the possible ban. Wall Street Journal reporter Jim Carlton details efforts in California to stop a coastal train route from falling into Pacific. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Judge Juan Merchan, who’s presiding over Donald Trump’s New York criminal trial, has already ruled against him. USA Today journalist Bart Jansen explains how Merchan works. Wall Street Journal reporter Liz Essley Whyte tells us why drug shortages in America have reached a record high. Something weird is happening with Caesar salads. The Atlantic takes a look. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Since the mass shooting at Columbine High School 25 years ago, guns have grown ubiquitous in America. The Trace examines how that’s changed the way we navigate our lives. This week’s Apple News In Conversation explores how money affects your mental health, featuring advice from therapist Megan McCoy.  Breaking — aka breakdancing — has made it into the Olympics for the first time. NBC News details what to expect in Paris. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. 

Israel has blocked a huge array of aid items from entering Gaza. The Washington Post has the full list, from crutches to chocolate croissants. Meanwhile, CBS reports on recent finger-pointing between Israel and the U.N. on delays to aid.  Missouri teen Ralph Yarl tells NBC News how he’s been coping since he was shot in the head after ringing the wrong doorbell nearly a year ago: “It is a constant uphill battle.” NASA confirmed that the heavy chunk of metal that crashed into a Florida home last month was space-station debris. The Guardian has more.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. 

Twenty-one sailors are stuck aboard the ship that hit Baltimore’s Key Bridge — with no end in sight. Popular Mechanics has the story. Vox explains Caitlin Clark’s staggeringly low WNBA starting salary. Why would anyone steal $300,000 in Lego sets? Believe it or not, there’s a booming black market, according to the Los Angeles Times.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. 

The Supreme Court will weigh if January 6 insurgents can be charged with obstruction. Washington Post reporter Ann Marimow explains the implications. One year into Sudan’s civil war, there are fears of repeated atrocities. NPR reports. Author Salman Rushdie speaks with CBS News about the 2022 attack that nearly took his life, and the new book he’s written about the incident. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. Correction: Children under age 5 make up more than a quarter of people displaced by the civil war in Sudan. Due to an editing error, a previous version of this episode said they make up more than a quarter of people killed.

Apple News In Conversation has everything you need to know about Donald Trump’s historic criminal trial that starts today in New York, plus insights on Trump’s other three pending criminal cases. Iran attacked Israel, escalating an already volatile conflict. NPR has the details. Twenty years after images of abuse at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq shocked the world, a military contractor the prison will go to trial and face testimony from survivors. Time has the story. Today’s the tax deadline, and Vox has tips and tricks from an accountant to help with next year’s taxes. And the Washington Post looks at some very unusual — and unsuccessful — deductions people have tried. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Following an Israeli attack on a major hospital, Gazans are sifting through the rubble for the bodies of their dead. NBC News has the story. Time explains how O.J. Simpson changed everything. Financial columnist Charlotte Cowles tells Apple News In Conversation how she got scammed out of $50,000 and suggests ways to prevent that happening to you. ‘Bluey’ fans are worried that the much-loved children’s cartoon could be ending. Bloomberg Businessweek reports. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The start of Trump’s first criminal trial offers a vexing question: how to find a proper jury for such an unprecedented case. Erica Orden from Politico describes the selection process. For one Nigerian family, freedom after a kidnapping hasn’t ended their terror. NPR tells their harrowing story. An astronaut will land on the moon. For the first time, they won’t be an American. USA Today has more. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

As millions wait for delayed college financial aid, families are facing tough choices. NBC News journalist Haley Messenger has the story. The BBC reports on how a group of Swiss women has won the first ever climate-case victory in the European Court of Human Rights. ESPN looks back on the career of Tara VanDerveer, who is retiring as the winningest coach in college basketball history. And the Wall Street Journal reveals how the NCAA women beat the men in finals’ ratings for the first time — but brought in 99% less TV money. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Key Republican members of Congress are planning to retire. Washington Post reporter Marianna Sotomayor explains how that spells trouble for Speaker Mike Johnson.  More Americans are now living with their parents. Vox details the economic, cultural, and environmental reasons why. The U.S. is bracing for trillions of cicadas to emerge from the earth, in a rare double event. The Guardian has the story.  Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. Correction: An earlier version of this episode incorrectly identified University of Connecticut head coach Dan Hurley as the son of actor Bill Murray. Murray’s son Luke is an assistant coach at the school.

Today’s the day of the event we’ve all been waiting for: the total solar eclipse. Apple News has what you need to know. NPR correspondents including Daniel Estrin reflect on six months of Israel’s war in Gaza. The big problem for marijuana companies? What to do with all that cash. The Wall Street Journal’s Alexander Saeedy has the story. And South Carolina defeated Iowa to win the women’s NCAA national title. Read coverage of the game from The State. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

Tonight is the Final Four of the women’s NCAA Tournament. Apple News sports editor Haley O’Shaughnessy joins us to explain why it’s such a powerful moment for women’s basketball, while the Los Angeles Times takes a look at how Caitlin Clark ended up playing against UConn instead of for them. The Washington Post has your ultimate guide to the coming total solar eclipse, its path, and how to watch.  The new magic number for retirement is $1.46 million. Here’s what it tells us, according to the Wall Street Journal. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

CNN reporter Sebastian Shukla examines a wave of xenophobia in Russia against Central Asian migrants following the terror attack near Moscow. America made a huge bet on sports gambling. The Wall Street Journal’s Joshua Robinson explains how the consequences of that decision are becoming clear. Reuters looks at why the White House directed NASA to create a unified standard of time for the moon. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

The Wall Street Journal has an in-depth look at José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen, after the Israeli military killed seven of its aid workers.  The Los Angeles Times examines how Disney’s biggest shareholder fight in 20 years will shape the company’s future. Republicans are hoping to win Black voters for Trump. Reporting from Reuters in Wisconsin shows that it won’t be easy. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

Reporting from the Guardian examines the possible pollution impacts of the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. Lauren Weber of the Washington Post, who’s been speaking to doctors, tells us how they say patients are making birth-control medical decisions based on social-media misinformation. What’s it like to live in space? Astronaut Loral O’Hara tells NPR it changes her dreams. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

The Guardian looks into why thousands of protesters in Israel are calling on Netanyahu to resign. Amy Leah Potter, a nurse with Doctors Without Borders who recently returned from Gaza, tells us about the war’s toll on children. ABC News reports on how some kids there go to bed worrying that they’ll be killed. Many Americans are deeply frustrated with U.S. politics. Ezra Klein spoke to In Conversation about some ways to fix things. The Washington Post profiles controversial LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Mark Garrison.

Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich has been wrongfully detained in Russia for one year. Assistant editor Paul Beckett told us about the Journal’s efforts to bring him home. Vox explains why more schools across the country are locking up students’ cellphones during class time. CNN has details on Beyoncé’s new album. Music journalist Taylor Crumpton argues in Time that the star has always been country. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

CNN tells the stories of some of the people who died in the Baltimore bridge collapse. As the war in Gaza continues, Israel is facing new pressure to draft ultra-Orthodox men into military service. NPR has the story. ESPN has what to watch as the Major League Baseball season begins. And we’re joined by Russell Dorsey from Apple TV+’s ‘Friday Night Baseball.’ Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Investigators are looking into whether dirty fuel may have played a role in the cargo-ship crash that brought down Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. The Wall Street Journal has the story. Bloomberg’s Riley Griffin explains how fentanyl became a priority issue for voters in crucial swing states. Turkey’s government is seizing homes that survived massive earthquakes. Reuters correspondent Burcu Karakaş discusses how residents are reacting to the controversial policy. Vox looks into the downsides of our fixation on self-improvement. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Baltimore Sun reports on the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Shefali Luthra, health reporter from The 19th, explains today’s Supreme Court arguments about the abortion pill mifepristone. As sports betting increases around the country, so do concerns about gambling addiction. Marketplace has the story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Washington Post looks into what the deadly Moscow terror attack tells us about Russia’s national-security vulnerabilities. CBS News details Biden’s latest moves to forgive billions in student debt. So your NCAA bracket is busted. Should you have just chosen all the top seeds? NPR explains why it’s not that simple. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

James Rodriguez from Business Insider explains how things are about to get weird for homebuyers and sellers. Semafor reporter Shelby Talcott on how January 6 is playing into Trump’s campaign. The Ghost Army that fooled the Nazis received one of America’s highest honors. The Washington Post has their story. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

NPR explains what happens if Trump can’t pay his $454 million bond. Biden is seeking to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles with his most far-reaching climate regulation yet. The Washington Post has the story. Apple News editor Shaker Samman shares what he’ll be watching as March Madness heats up. And The Athletic has more coverage. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A new documentary details allegations of abuse at Nickelodeon during the channel’s golden years. Vulture reports. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe explains why cooling inflation is failing to lift the national economic mood. Some Americans panic-bought bidets during the pandemic due to toilet-paper shortages. The Washington Post finds that many are now serious bidet enthusiasts. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Democrats are preparing to go to war against third-party candidates in the presidential election, NBC News reports. Apple News editor Gideon Resnick walks us through how an outside candidate could upend the race. Some of the L.A. Dodgers’ most expensive players will make their debuts as the team begins its MLB season. The Athletic previews its opening game. Chocolate companies say they may need to raise prices due to a surge in the cost of cocoa. ABC News has details. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

A New Orleans police officer sexually abused a teenage girl he met on the job. He is one of hundreds of officers arrested for child sexual abuse over the past two decades. Washington Post reporter Jessica Contrera talks about investigating allegations against law enforcement. The SAT exam is now an hour shorter and completely digital. NBC News has more. The Wall Street Journal remembers Shigeichi Negishi, the inventor of the karaoke machine, who’s died at 100. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Washington Post explores how the death of a Boeing whistleblower has compounded existing problems at the company. Reporter Ian Duncan spoke with Apple News Today. Politico examines the U.S.’s changing relationship with Israel, after Sen. Chuck Schumer called for new elections there. Disinformation is becoming a bigger problem as tools to create and share it get better. Legal analyst Barbara McQuade explains what to watch out for on this week’s Apple News In Conversation. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. 

The Washington Post reports on how Big Pharma is fighting Biden’s program to lower prescription-drug costs for seniors.  In the New Yorker, one writer examines what it means to fast for Ramadan while Gaza goes hungry.  Vox asks: What’s a Saturn return — and why are so many popular musicians singing about it? Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan. 

The Washington Post reports on a bill racing toward passage in the House that would require TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company to sell or risk a U.S. ban.  Under pressure from the U.S. and Caribbean governments, Haiti’s embattled prime minister announced he will resign. The Miami Herald explains why. New York magazine examines what the online response to the withdrawn Kate Middleton family photo says about the royals and us. Today's episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

At least 5,000 families were forcibly separated during the Trump administration. The work of reunifying them is painfully incomplete. New York magazine reports. The sons of late author Gabriel García Márquez just published his last novel against his wishes. NPR speaks with one of them to find out why. The global gender gap is far bigger than previously thought, a World Bank study found. The Guardian has the details. 

Israeli prime minister Netanyahu, speaking to Politico, says he intends to press ahead with a planned invasion of the Gaza city of Rafah, despite Biden’s warning that it would cross a “red line.” Babies are dying of syphilis in the U.S. It’s 100% preventable. ProPublica investigates.  New York magazine has the highs, lows, and “whoas” of the 2024 Oscars. 

Biden defended his administration and took on Trump in his address in last night’s State of the Union. NBC News has the key moments.  The Wall Street Journal reports on how Israel’s war cabinet is at war with itself.  The first of the former president’s four criminal trials is coming up at the end of March. There’s a lot to keep track of — so Apple News In Conversation has a primer. CNN goes behind the unusual approach to the filming of ‘Io Capitano,’ nominated for the Best International Feature Oscar. The lead actors weren’t told how it would end. And the Wall Street Journal looks at how ‘Godzilla Minus One’ reimagined its famous monster — and snagged an Oscar nod for Best Visual Effects.

The Wall Street Journal previews Biden’s State of the Union address.  CNN reports from Texas about how wildfires have devastated the state’s cattle-farming industry.  NBC News speaks with the 29-year-old who just became the first American woman to race nonstop around the world on her own.

A Washington Post reporter’s account of an aid drop into Gaza. In a landmark move for student athletes, Dartmouth men’s basketball players have voted to unionize. The Athletic has the story. USA Today describes what it’s like to vote from outer space.

NPR details what to expect on Super Tuesday. While the world was looking elsewhere, North Korea became a bigger threat. The Wall Street Journal has the story. Singapore’s prime minister defended the country’s exclusive arrangement to secure Taylor Swift concerts. Neighboring nations are upset at missing out. CNBC has more.

Kamala Harris urged Hamas to agree to an immediate, six-week pause in fighting in Gaza, and pushed Israel to allow more aid in. Reuters has the story. CNN examines how one of the world’s biggest cities may be only months away from running out of water. ESPN reports on how Iowa’s Caitlin Clark passed Pete Maravich to take the record of the most points scored by a Division I basketball player, and how LeBron James became the first NBA player to reach 40,000 regular-season points.

More than 110 Palestinians were reportedly killed while trying to access desperately needed aid in Gaza. The Guardian has more. Fears of famine in Gaza are growing as aid agencies suspend deliveries, NBC News reports.  First responders in a Texas town are struggling to cope with the trauma of recovering bodies from the Rio Grande. NBC News spoke to some.  This week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation seeks to answer some burning questions about the 2024 presidential election. 

Yale is bringing back standardized test scores to its admissions process, after making them optional during the pandemic. The Washington Post explains why. The Guardian reports on how a Senate attempt to protect IVF access following a controversial Alabama Supreme Court ruling was blocked by a Republican lawmaker. And the Wall Street Journal details the ways GOP lawmakers are attempting to minimize political damage from the ruling. The Athletic breaks down why Anthony Kim’s return to golf is such a big deal.

Does a bump stock turn a rifle into a machine gun? USA Today has the details of a Supreme Court case being heard today that turns on that question.  NPR examines why Egypt won’t allow vulnerable Palestinians across its border. National Geographic explains how leap years saved human societies from chaos — for now.

Arabs and Muslims in Michigan have been organizing against President Biden ahead of today’s primary. They told the Washington Post that they’re angry he hasn’t called for a cease-fire in Gaza. The Post also details their plan to use the primary to prove that their support is essential for Biden to carry the state in November. Florida’s surgeon general is gambling with public health after a measles outbreak in an elementary school. The Atlantic has the story. National Geographic looks at how your name might influence your career. 

A couple has to leave Alabama or risk losing their eggs after uncertainty over a court ruling forced providers to pause IVF treatment. CNN has the story. Rolling Stone looks into how asylum-seeking migrants found themselves living at a makeshift shelter at Chicago’s O’Hare airport.  Employers are adding signature scents to workspaces with the hope of luring more workers into the office. The Wall Street Journal reports.

As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, the Wall Street Journal takes stock of where things stand.  Donald Trump and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley are about to face off in the state’s primary. NPR has more.  The Athletic looks at an unusual season for Texas Christian University’s women’s basketball team. 

A nonbinary teenager in Oklahoma has died. The Washington Post tells us about Nex Benedict.  The U.S. government plans to spend billions of dollars to replace China-made cranes at shipping ports. The Wall Street Journal explains why. Apple News has everything you need to know about the new Major League Soccer season. 

The Alabama Reflector reports on how a major state Supreme Court ruling has left the future of IVF uncertain — both in the state and across the country. WLRN investigates a new law that’s quietly devastating Florida’s public-sector labor unions.  The lifespan of large home appliances is shrinking. The Wall Street Journal explains why.

One woman told ProPublica about how Tennessee’s strict abortion ban forced her to carry a life-threatening pregnancy. Health officials say Nasser Hospital, the second-largest in Gaza, is in crisis after Israeli troops raided the facility. The Washington Post has the story. Wired looks at how Los Angeles’s investments in sponge infrastructure are helping combat relentless rain.

Following the death of Alexey Navalny, Putin’s fiercest critic, Time looks at the Russian opposition leader’s legacy. The tech industry is struggling to deal with AI deepfakes and deceptive content during a consequential election cycle. The Wall Street Journal has the story. NASA is struggling to communicate with its storied spacecraft Voyager 1, which was launched 45 years ago and has traveled out into deep space. Popular Mechanics explains.

U.S. federal judges are dealing with a surge in serious, politically driven threats, an analysis by Reuters finds. Grieving parents are using AI to re-create the voices of children killed in shootings to advocate for gun reform. The Wall Street Journal explores why. University of Iowa’s Caitlin Clark set a new scoring record for NCAA women’s basketball. The Athletic has more. The WNBA’s Sabrina Ionescu and the NBA’s Stephen Curry are going head-to-head in a 3-point contest tomorrow as part of All-Star Weekend. ESPN has the story.

It’s a hectic week in Donald Trump’s trial schedule. The Washington Post previews what to expect from today’s dual court sessions. Ten months of civil war in Sudan has caused the largest displacement of people on the planet. NPR reports. Ahead of Beyoncé’s forthcoming country album, Billboard looks at how Black artists have historically faced barriers to entry into the genre.

Reuters examines the history of UNRWA, a U.N. agency that provides crucial relief for Palestinians  — and which Israel wants to dismantle. Colleges and students are reeling after a bumpy rollout of the new federal student financial-aid system. The Washington Post breaks down what went wrong.  The Wall Street Journal explains why high numbers of single people make for good business on Valentine’s Day.

Today, voters in Long Island choose a replacement for former congressman George Santos. Politico has the details, and explains how the special election may also provide insight into what to expect from the race for president.  NPR looks into how flight attendants are fighting to change how they’re compensated. The Kansas City Star describes how the ambitions of potential Black astronauts were hindered as America entered the space race.

Twelve days after Hind Rajab, 6, made an emergency call begging to be rescued from active fighting in Gaza, her body was found. NBC has her story.  Measles is on the rise around the world, and even experts who saw it coming say the increase is “staggering.” NPR reports. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in overtime in the Super Bowl to cement their dynasty status. The Athletic has the details. 

The Wall Street Journal reports on an American city with a message for migrants: We want you. Apple News In Conversation explores why America is obsessed with the NFL. A singer in hospice care put out what might be her final song — for her son. The Washington Post has the story.

The Washington Post talks to the 91-year-old Republican suing to kick Donald Trump off the ballot. NBC looks at how GOP senators blocked a bipartisan immigration deal. The Wall Street Journal goes inside the “delicious dispute” in court over who created the popular Indian dish butter chicken.

In a landmark verdict, a jury found Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of a school shooter, guilty of involuntary manslaughter. USA Today has more. The Wall Street Journal explains what to know about Pakistan’s turbulent election. The moon is shrinking. The Guardian looks at why that matters.

Inflation has fallen. The Washington Post examines why groceries are still so expensive. NPR reports on how families of hostages and prisoners are reaching their loved ones through Israeli and Palestinian radio. What really caused the Sriracha shortage? Fortune details the epic breakup of two friends that left millions without their favorite hot sauce.

The Associated Press reports on the surprisingly large part prison labor plays in food production in America. NPR looks at how the IRS is going after wealthy people who aren’t paying their share of taxes. And NPR also covers how the agency is piloting new software that could let you file your taxes for free. Rolling Stone rounds up the best, worst, and weirdest moments from the Grammys.

Ahead of South Carolina’s Democratic primary, the Washington Post looks into how it may indicate about Black support for Biden in the general election. One year after the toxic derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, residents are still worried about the health of the town. Ideastream Public Media reports. Tony Snell’s mission to return to the NBA is about more than just basketball. Yahoo Sports has the story.

CNN has five takeaways from the tech CEOs’ appearance at a Senate hearing yesterday. The Washington Post has an investigation into the broken promises of the NFL concussion settlement. NPR breaks down how the Education Department is set to fast-track forgiveness for borrowers with smaller student loans.

Trump’s cash stockpile is at risk because of his many legal problems. Bloomberg has the details. ProPublica uncovers how Walmart’s financial services became a fraud magnet. The men who practice against college-basketball star Caitlin Clark can’t stop her either, The Athletic reports.

Politico reports that the intensifying Red Sea conflict is threatening to unleash worldwide economic havoc — and explains why some Democrats are concerned about the political fallout in the U.S. A physician writes in the Washington Post about how tens of thousands of Black U.S. doctors simply vanished. Can Taylor Swift get to the Super Bowl from her Eras Tour? The Athletic has some possible routes.

War in Gaza is making childbirth a nightmare. The Washington Post has the story. Museums across the U.S. are closing exhibits featuring Native American cultural artifacts, in response to new regulations from the Biden administration. CNN explains why. A Los Angeles Times writer goes on a scientific journey to heal his broken heart.

The U.N.’s top court told Israel to 'take all measures' to prevent genocide in Gaza, but stopped short of ordering a cease-fire. The Wall Street Journal has more on what comes next. Thousands of news employees have lost their jobs over the last year as publications attempt to reduce operating costs. Poynter looks at what the cuts have meant for morale in media. And the Washington Post goes inside this week’s mass layoffs at the Los Angeles Times. The Guardian has a preview of this weekend’s NFL conference championship games.

The FAA had good and bad news for Boeing: It approved a set of inspection criteria that could return grounded 737 Max 9 planes to service — but it won’t allow the company to expand production until quality-control issues are resolved. CNN has more. The Washington Post details how an Ohio law is making it harder for transgender candidates to run for office there. Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid tallied a career-high 70 points in one game. The Wall Street Journal explains why it’s not the most impressive number of his season.

The Los Angeles Times reports on Trump’s win over Nikki Haley in the New Hampshire primary. The 21 IDF soldiers killed in a single incident on Monday were rigging buildings with explosives. It’s drawn attention to Israeli plans to build a buffer zone in Gaza. The Washington Post has more. The Wall Street Journal spoke to doctors who are trying to understand why more young people are developing cancer. Barbie’s Ryan Gosling called out the Oscars for their perceived snubbing of Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie. People has the story.

USA Today explains the weirdness of New Hampshire’s Democratic race. And the Washington Post looks at how the state’s GOP primary may be Haley’s best chance to stop or slow Trump. The parents of a school shooter are going on trial in Michigan. NBC has the story. National Geographic examines new laws aimed at improving animal welfare in America.

The Wall Street Journal reports on how a new campaign strategy helped Trump leap ahead of rivals in his party. A new study may pave the way for tests and treatments for long-COVID patients. NBC explains. Stanford’s Tara VanDerveer passed Mike Krzyzewski for the most wins in college basketball. USA Today has more.

NPR has an interview with a man on death row who survived a botched execution and now faces another. The Wall Street Journal reports on how food-industry lobbyists are trying to prevent federal dietary guidelines from being critical of ultraprocessed foods. And the Journal has a guide to how to tell if food in your fridge is ultraprocessed. Apple News In Conversation speaks to a national-security journalist about what the government knows — and doesn’t know — about UFOs.

Bloomberg looks at the future for Boeing, which is under investigation after a panel came off a plane in midair. NPR explains what to know about COVID right now. And Vox has health tips for all the illnesses going around at the moment. A recent study shows that the world’s five richest men doubled their wealth since 2020. CNBC reports.

Aid agencies say more than half a million people in Gaza are starving. The Guardian has details. And a CBS journalist reports on the hazardous conditions there for civilians. The Washington Post explains how a pair of Supreme Court cases about fishing could have broad impact on the power of federal agencies. Tennis balls are causing arm injuries, top players say. A review is underway. NPR has the story.

The Washington Post has key takeaways from Trump’s win at the Iowa caucuses. USA Today reports on an Iowa principal killed while protecting students during a school shooting. CNBC explains how the Stanley Quencher became one of the most popular water bottles in the world.

Bloomberg explains how the Iowa caucuses could make or break Republican campaigns in 2024. Politico reports on the global elections to watch this year. Hamas aired video of three Israeli hostages Sunday, as both sides marked the 100th day of the war. Reuters has details. The Wall Street Journal has the story of how a 77-year-old mayor keeps the Iowa tradition of caucusing in a private living room alive.

NPR reports on U.S.-led strikes against Iran-aligned Houthi militants in Yemen.  The Wall Street Journal explains why buying home and auto insurance in the United States is becoming impossible.  On this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation, host Shumita Basu and Tim Alberta, a practicing Christian and the author of the new book The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism, discuss how so many evangelicals became Trump loyalists. 

Vox explains South Africa’s genocide case against Israel.  The BBC has what you need to know about the wave of gang violence terrorizing people in Ecuador.  A staggering new clue on D.B. Cooper's tie has blown the 52-year-old skyjacking case wide open. Popular Mechanics has the story.

One plane broke mid-flight. Another burst into flames. The Wall Street Journal explains how the aviation industry is reckoning with two recent almost-catastrophes. House Republicans are holding an impeachment hearing for Biden’s top border official, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Reuters has a preview, while the Washington Post reports on new data about border crossings. The Los Angeles Times reports on new research into nanoplastics found in bottled water, and what these microscopic particles could mean for your health.

Israel is talking about expanding its war to Lebanon, and it’s causing alarm among U.S. officials. The Washington Post has more.  They were wrongfully convicted in Michigan. Now they’re being denied compensation despite state law. ProPublica reports. The Guardian has the story of a Welsh mouse who might be tidying up just for fun.

Investigators recovered key part from the Alaska Airlines flight that was forced to make an emergency landing on Friday. Reuters has the details. The Wall Street Journal has the story on Google’s decision to end third-party cookies — and what it means for advertisers and Chrome users. The Athletic previews tonight’s national college-football championship between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies.

Biden is giving a speech on democracy today ahead of the January 6 insurrection anniversary. Bloomberg has a preview, while the Washington Post looks at how Republicans and Democrats view the attack three years later. Some U.S. cities are getting rid of parking minimums. NPR explains what that might mean for you. And couples therapist Esther Perel offers some relationship advice on Apple News In Conversation.

The chief economist of the World Food Program tells the New Yorker how the scarcity of food in Gaza may tip the territory into famine. The Wall Street Journal has what you need to know about unsealed court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Predictions from Vox on how political and cultural events might shake out in 2024. And The Guardian explains how a 13-year-old beat Tetris.

All 379 people on board a Japan Airlines flight that caught fire survived. The BBC explains how the crew pulled off a “flawless” evacuation. Federal prisons often attribute detainee deaths to natural causes. The distinction allows them to sidestep autopsies and investigations. NPR has the story. The Athletic reveals how the Professional Women’s Hockey League came together in six months. Humans are changing the moon so much, researchers say we’re in a new lunar epoch. Popular Mechanics has the details.

The Des Moines Register looks at how Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign quietly built a grassroots juggernaut for the Iowa caucuses. Trump is poised to dominate Iowa despite barely campaigning there, according to the Los Angeles Times. With the start of the new year came a wave of news laws. The Guardian rounds up some new rules on gun access, the Houston Chronicle has a list of what Texans can expect, the Wall Street Journal looks at changes coming to 401(k) plans, and the Washington Post warns that Mickey Mouse may never be the same. And finally, as you think about starting a hobby in 2024, Vox explains why it’s OK to be bad at new things.

In the U.S., GDP, unemployment, and even inflation look a lot like the prepandemic economy. The big changes are beneath the surface. The Wall Street Journal has details. Which country’s economy did best in 2023? The Economist has the surprising answer. Instead of a white Christmas, record warmth is set to blanket the Midwest. The Washington Post explains why Santa may want iced tea instead of hot chocolate this year. The Ringer looks at the 84 sentences that explain 2023.

This episode contains a segment about suicide. The Los Angeles Times reports from Bethlehem, the West Bank town revered as Jesus’s birthplace. Christmas there is all but canceled, in solidarity with Palestinians suffering in Gaza. The Trace examines the gun industry’s suicide problem. More men have paid parental leave but many still don’t take a lot of it. The Wall Street Journal discusses the implications for their families and workplaces. The Atlantic looks at what really happens when you return something you bought online.

Trump has been disqualified from Colorado’s 2024 primary ballot by the state’s Supreme Court. The Washington Post has details. Who are Yemen’s Houthis and why are they attacking ships? CNN explains. The Los Angeles Times investigates the calamitous fall of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. The Minnesota Reformer has the story of the state’s new flag.

This episode contains a segment about pregnancy loss. Israel is using an AI system to find targets in Gaza. Critics see a host of problems. NPR finds out what experts are saying. Allie Phillips was denied an abortion. Now she’s running for office. Elle has the story. The Wall Street Journal reports on how kids are now using slide decks to avoid the holiday dread of unwanted gifts.

The Wall Street Journal reports on how the death of three hostages in Gaza at the hands of IDF soldiers are raising questions about Israel’s war strategy. As the 2024 campaign revs up, a CNN investigation warns that a surge in violent threats against public officials could disrupt the democratic process. NPR reports on data showing that a third of American adults go into debt to pay for holiday shopping. And USA Today has tips on avoiding overspending on gifts.

Biden is talking tougher about Israel’s tactics in Gaza, but his administration continues to aid its war effort. NBC has the story. ProPublica finds that states across the U.S. require more training to prepare students and teachers for mass shootings than for law enforcement expected to protect them. The differences were clear in Uvalde, where children and officers waited on opposite sides of the door. On In Conversation, an expert recommends interviewing your elders about the life experiences that shaped them and your family.

NBC speaks with a child whose life was upended by the war in Gaza about what it’s like to go without food. The Washington Post reports that Puerto Rico’s death toll has surged as the island’s health-care system deteriorates.  Scientific American looks at research showing that domestic cats kill a staggering number of species across the world.

A global climate agreement makes an unprecedented call for a transition away from fossil fuels, but with major loopholes. CNN has details. Israel is detaining civilians in Gaza. Many have disappeared, families say. The Washington Post has the story. People are more likely to pick a meat-free option if it's not labeled vegan, a study suggests. Sky News reports.

Several state-level abortion cases are taking place this week. NPR previews them. The lives of Palestinian journalists reporting from Gaza are at risk as Israeli airstrikes continue. Time speaks to some about the challenges they face. CNN has the story of how a fresh tomato was lost — and found — in space.

As IDF forces press ahead in southern Gaza, the U.S. has been making moves to support Israel and its military strategy. Reuters reports. Medical studies don’t include enough participants of color, and the imbalance has serious medical consequences. The Wall Street Journal explains how science is working to do better. The Ringer looks at why animation legend Hayao Miyazaki is a hero to so many different corners of culture, and how he finally became a hit in the American market.

Children at the U.N. climate summit are urging governments to commit to policies that put kids’ needs first. The Guardian tells their stories. Fox Sports has a preview of this weekend’s MLS Cup showdown. This week’s In Conversation is a guide to smarter, more ethical shopping this holiday season.

An Amnesty International investigation claims American-made weapons were used in two Israeli airstrikes that killed 43 civilians in Gaza. CNN reports. NBC News details how Israel’s new grid map of Gaza is adding to the confusion and anger there. NASA may pay $1 billion to destroy the International Space Station. Scientific American explains why. Biden reflects with CNN’s Anderson Cooper on finding solace in grief.

The first segment of today’s show contains graphic details about sexual violence. Investigators are looking into new evidence emerging of horrific sexual violence in the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. The Sunday Times has details. The Wall Street Journal examines what a fall in the rate of Black workers being promoted to management says about corporate diversity efforts. The Guardian goes inside the weird and secretive world of creating new flavors of potato chips.

The first segment of today’s show contains graphic details about newborns who died in a Gaza hospital. The Washington Post has the story of a nurse in Gaza who was caring for premature babies — then faced the most difficult decision of his life. The Atlantic on why it may never be a good time to buy a house. Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s podcast Wiser Than Me is the winner of the Apple Podcasts Award for Show of the Year. The Wall Street Journal calls it her most personally revealing work yet.

The Washington Post interviews Ukrainian teenagers who narrowly escaped Russia, and explains how their testimony could be used to prove Putin committed war crimes.  The BBC reports on how world leaders at the U.N. climate summit are promising to tackle the role of food and agriculture in climate change. And Grist asks historians, economists, and food-policy experts what would happen if everyone on Earth stopped eating meat tomorrow. The Atlantic argues for making more friends outside of your age group. 

After a seven-day pause, the Washington Post reports that fighting has resumed between Israel and Hamas. Vox explains why so many Palestinians are detained in Israeli prisons, while CNN speaks with some of those who’ve been released as part of the recent hostage deal to learn more about their experiences. The first new legislation in eight decades to regulate chemicals in cosmetics comes into effect this month. Inside Climate News reports on how critics say it doesn’t go far enough, and on how risks from unregulated toxic substances in beauty and personal care products fall disproportionately on Black women.  USA Today explains how a children’s movie inspired an unusual name for a rare atmospheric phenomenon.

The Wall Street Journal looks back at the successes and controversies of Henry Kissinger’s long career. The Washington Post reports on criticism of how the oil-rich United Arab Emirates is hosting the United Nation’s global climate summit. Before her death from cancer earlier this month, Casey McIntyre decided to raise money to eliminate other people’s medical debt. Her efforts have wiped out nearly $70 million of it — so far. NPR has the story. The Atlantic explores how TV is spotlighting second-chance romances.

NPR explores how former first lady Rosalynn Carter fought to put care for mental and physical health on equal footing, and to eliminate discrimination toward people with mental illnesses. Arguments unfold today in a Supreme Court case that could have a transformative impact on government agencies. A law professor shares a viewpoint in the Atlantic. The Los Angeles Times explains how bowling is being turned upside down by technology.

Aid agencies welcomed the two-day extension of the truce in Gaza, but voiced concern over what happens next if fighting restarts. The Guardian reports. Prosecutors say rapper Young Thug was the boss of a criminal gang, and are citing lyrics as evidence. Billboard is covering the story. NPR shares a few tips on choosing charities to support on Giving Tuesday.

Israel and Hamas agreed to extend a pause in Gaza fighting that had been due to end on Tuesday morning. Bloomberg has the latest. The world wants your kids to buy stuff. Vox has tips on how to help them be less materialistic. U.S. airlines lose 2 million suitcases a year. Some of the missing stuff ends up in an unusual store in Alabama. NPR visits.

The world is awash in plastic. Oil producers want a say in how it’s cleaned up. NPR examines the situation. At 22, Erin Matson led UNC to a field-hockey championship. At 23, she’s the coach. The Wall Street Journal has the incredible story.  In Conversation spoke to a former NASA astronaut about what Hollywood gets right and wrong when it comes to stories about space.

Polls show Americans don’t feel they’re doing well right now, even though economic indicators are strong. The Atlantic explores how that could be a big political problem. A militia killed hundreds of people in Sudan. The Wall Street Journal reports on the situation there. For those who must fly over the holidays, NPR has some tips from a travel expert.

Biden and Xi are meeting for the first time in a year. NPR has a look at five things to pay attention to. A home-birth midwife faced scrutiny after a baby died. It wasn’t the first time she’d been investigated. The Washington Post has the story. One-star reviews can hurt a restaurant. The Atlantic details how management at one establishment likes to clap back.

NBC investigated the complicated web of funding for Hamas. And the Wall Street Journal explains how the militant group used cryptocurrency to bring in large sums from Iran. Vox reports on why it’s getting increasingly dangerous to be a newborn in the U.S. A rare dinner menu from the Titanic is shedding new light on life on board the doomed vessel. It sold at auction for over $100,000. CNN has more.

Hospitals in Gaza are in crisis as Israeli ground troops press further into cities. Reuters is on the story. Less-experienced pilots are being promoted more quickly. The Wall Street Journal looks at why — and why it’s sparking safety concerns. NBC reports on how an endangered egg-laying mammal was seen for the first time in over 60 years.

NPR got perspectives on the war from Palestinians in the West Bank, as attacks there by settlers increase. Michigan’s football team is accused of a sign-stealing scheme. Sports Illustrated is on the story. The Los Angeles Times reports on a tenant who just moved out of an Airbnb after 570 rent-free days. The owner isn’t sure what happened. There’s quite a backstory.

An American nurse who just left Gaza describes the desperate situation there in an interview with CNN. Another U.S. citizen who recently departed the strip tells NPR that he worries about family members who are staying behind. The Wall Street Journal looks at how fake pornography depicting real students caused uproar at a New Jersey high school. The National Zoo’s pandas left for China, as an era of rare-animal diplomacy comes to an end. The Washington Post has more.

ABC has six takeaways from an Election Day with national implications for 2024. Polling shows Biden’s strong backing for Israel is driving a sharp drop in his support from Arab American voters. Time reports. One year before the presidential election, a weakened Biden and a criminally indicted Trump appear to be on a collision course. The Wall Street Journal explains.

In an interview with ABC, Netanyahu says there will be no cease-fire without a release of captives in Gaza. It’s Election Day, and there are a ton of races to watch. Politico has a cheat sheet. Earth is getting extra salty, in an “existential threat” to freshwater supplies. Grist has the story.

Israeli strikes on Gaza intensified this weekend as global pressure continues to over civilian casualties. Reuters has more. Abortion is on the ballot in Ohio. NPR explains how the results could signal what's ahead for 2024. The dark days following the clock change can disrupt our routines, but there are ways to deal with it. The Wall Street Journal has tips.

Netanyahu may not last as Israeli prime minister, Biden and aides increasingly believe. Politico examines how the U.S. is navigating the diplomatic challenges of the Israel-Hamas war. In Conversation looks at how facial-recognition technology is upending privacy as we know it. Don’t trash your pumpkins. USA Today reports on greener ways to deal with Halloween leftovers.

People with foreign passports are slowly being allowed out of Gaza, as the conflict between Israel and Hamas intensifies. Reuters has more. The Washington Post reports on the soaring number of guns seized in U.S. schools. After Taylor Swift’s moves to remake her earlier albums, Billboard explains how record companies are trying to keep other artists from doing the same thing.

Israel hit a densely populated refugee camp in Gaza, killing at least dozens of people. It claims the airstrikes killed a high-level Hamas commander. Reuters has more. BBC reports on how journalists are risking their lives to report on the Israel-Hamas war. Airlines around the world are ripping open jet engines and finding fake parts. Bloomberg investigates. It’s the worst time in decades to buy a house versus renting. The Wall Street Journal explains why.

Universities, students, and the federal government are concerned about rising antisemitism on U.S. campuses. CBS has the story. The Washington Post is covering a case that seeks to remove Trump from the ballot using the Constitution’s 14th Amendment. Scientific American looks at the science behind why we love horror, from monster movies and haunted houses.

Reuters has the latest on the Israel-Hamas war, as Israel’s ground invasion expands and calls for a cease-fire grow. The Washington Post reports on the fallout from the war in workplaces across the world.

The Washington Post has the latest on the mass shootings in Maine and the search for the accused gunman. Meanwhile, the Trace explains how shootings like these fit into America’s larger gun-violence crisis.  The Verge details what happened when Sam Bankman-Fried took the stand for the first time. The Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Texas Rangers in the World Series tonight. Baseball Prospectus has the story.

Bloomberg looks into why Qatar is leading U.S. negotiations with Hamas over hostages. The Washington Post has further details on the energy-rich state’s history as a regional mediator. After three weeks without a speaker, House Republicans finally elected the relatively unknown Mike Johnson of Louisiana. Politico has the story.  Trump was called to testify for the first time in his New York civil-fraud trial and fined $10,000 for violating his gag order again. NBC News has more.

The Guardian reports on how Gaza hospitals are ceasing to function as water and fuel run out. Home Depot tracked a shoplifting crime ring and found an unusual suspect. The Wall Street Journal has the story. The Atlantic explains how self-checkout machines failed — and why they’re here to stay.

Lots of U.S. presidents have pushed for Middle East peace. NPR shows how progress has been elusive. The Texas Tribune reports on new local laws that aim to restrict travel to access abortion in other states. As the NBA season begins, the Wall Street Journal looks at how many of the league’s top players are old by historical standards.

Reuters has the latest on the conflict in the Middle East, as Israel continues to bombard Gaza and the war spreads to other fronts. CNN has the story of how the people of the Osage Nation helped Martin Scorsese make ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ more authentic.

This week’s In Conversation looks at what a father’s journey to find his son after a bus crash tells us about life in the Palestinian territories. National Geographic examines the suspicious deaths of more than 60 members of Oklahoma’s Osage Nation, the focus of Martin Scorsese’s new film, ‘Killers of the Flower Moon.’ It’s time to put the theory that men evolved to hunt and women to gather out of its misery, argues Scientific American.

Speaking in Tel Aviv, Biden embraced Israel and promised aid to Gaza. The Washington Post has details. New Scientist explains why the Gaza water crisis is decades in the making. More than 100,000 migrants have sought shelter in New York City over the last year or so. Some are pregnant women fleeing violence and poverty. NPR followed the daily lives of three of them.

The Wall Street Journal lays out key facts about the hospital explosion in Gaza. Hostages are languishing as some in Israel rethink past prisoner swaps, according to Bloomberg.

New York reports on the growing chorus of criticism Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has faced from all corners of Israeli society since the Hamas attack. Biden is heading to Israel at a crucial moment, as the conflict with Hamas escalates and millions of civilians in Gaza face a deep humanitarian crisis. USA Today has more. And Vox breaks down how the U.S. became Israel’s closest ally. Scientists built the largest-ever map of the human brain. NPR explains what they can do with it.

Reuters reports on how hopes for a cease-fire in southern Gaza were dashed Monday as Israel intensified strikes on the region. Aging U.S. states are offering to help pay the student loans of college graduates who agree to stay. The Hechinger Report has details. Autism silenced this teenager. It couldn’t stop him from creating a symphony. The Los Angeles Times has the story.

NPR reports on how an overdue reunion became a nightmare, leaving an American family trapped in Gaza. Reuters explains the war-crimes laws that could apply to the conflict between Hamas and Israel. Poynter has tips on how to avoid social-media misinformation about the war.

The Atlantic has the story of how one Israeli family survived when Hamas attacked their community. Idaho banned abortion. Then it turned down supports for pregnancies and births. ProPublica investigates. The Wall Street Journal reports on new AI tools that could diagnose Alzheimer’s with visual scans.

NBC provides key context for understanding Gaza. Wired looks into how one AI company is using prison labor to train its models. The Los Angeles Times examines the five sports L.A. organizers want to add to the 2028 Games there.

The already deadly conflict between Israel and Hamas is in danger of escalating. Reuters is on the story. America’s epidemic of chronic illness is shortening lives. The Washington Post investigates. Researchers have identified genes linked to vegetarianism. NPR explains how the discovery could help explain why some people find it harder to give up meat than others.

Reuters is covering the escalation of the deadly conflict between Israel and Hamas. The Wall Street Journal reports on a fight brewing in Canada about how, or whether, to dig out materials for EV batteries from deep beneath vast peat bogs. Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum smashed the men’s marathon world record in Chicago. NBC Sports has his story.

NPR’s Climate Week coverage includes a story about an app taking on food waste and a report on a group of health-care workers who are reducing their industry’s carbon footprint. This week’s In Conversation examines how the AR-15 became the most popular rifle in the U.S. — and what that rise tells us about where we go from here. Vox explains why that $7 latte is $7.

In the United States, AR-15s grace bumper stickers, mugs, and politicians’ Christmas cards. They’re also the weapon used in some of the deadliest mass shootings in modern American history. Wall Street Journal reporters Cameron McWhirter and Zusha Elinson trace the rifle’s rise in their new book, American Gun: The True Story of the AR-15. They spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about how this weapon became a symbol of both gun rights and horrific tragedies. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Indiana employers won a bruising battle to introduce legislation to limit hospital fees. The Wall Street Journal explains how their success is spurring companies in other states to follow suit. The Washington Post examines why thousands of migrants missing in the Mediterranean are never identified, and highlights the activists fighting for change. Fed up with crowds, a Vermont town is banning tourists from visiting its fall foliage. NBC spoke to locals about how a recent influx of influencers led to this.

Kevin McCarthy is out as House speaker. The Los Angeles Times explains what we know about what happens next — and what the drama might mean for the prospects of a government shutdown. Meanwhile, Reuters looks at his possible successors. The Supreme Court will weigh whether disability activists can sue hotels after online searches if they don’t plan to visit them. The Washington Post explains the significance of the case. Fat Bear Week, a fun way to learn about nature and conservation, is back. ABC talks to a ranger about why the contest is so popular, and the Washington Post has stats and details about the furry contenders.

In the age of AI, computer science is no longer the safe major, the Atlantic argues. The FTX trial is bigger than Sam Bankman-Fried, and could be rough for the whole cryptocurrency industry. The Verge explains. The Wall Street Journal looks into new research that finds that the Southern accent is fading away in Georgia.

Matt Gaetz is planning a vote to oust Kevin McCarthy after the House speaker made a deal that temporarily averted a government shutdown. The Wall Street Journal has details. USA Today looks at how the Supreme Court could use its new term to alter the way Americans interact on the internet.  CNN breaks down what we know about the man who’s been charged in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 shooting death.

Congress is racing against time to avert a shutdown, with no clear road to a deal. NBC News is on the story. NPR has tips for how borrowers can prepare for the resumption of student-loan payments, after a long pause during the pandemic. Senators are pressing for Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich’s release as he reaches six months in Russian custody. National Geographic looks at the animal-free return of the Ringling Circus.

Martinus Evans did not have an easy start to running. Weighing over 300 pounds, he set out to finish a marathon after a doctor told him to “lose weight or die.” He writes about his running journey in his new book, Slow AF Run Club: The Ultimate Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Run. In this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation, Evans talks with host Shumita Basu about the lessons he’s learned from being a “back-of-the-packer.” Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

CNN reports on six young people taking 32 countries to court to force them to accelerate climate action. The Atlantic explains how and why Airbnb is so different now. ABC speaks with Frank Rubio, the astronaut who broke the U.S. record for longest period spent in space, as scientists study him to see what such missions do to the body and mind.

Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians have fled an enclave in Azerbaijan after the country’s military seized the area last week. The BBC explains why humanitarian fears are growing.  A hearing underway in Switzerland is expected to finally settle the figure-skating doping scandal that rocked the Beijing Olympics. NPR has the story.  People runs down bombshell moments from a new documentary series about Christy Turlington, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, and Linda Evangelista. The supermodels also reunite to discuss the show for a Vogue cover story.

NPR explains why the president of the United Auto Workers is pushing for a four-day workweek.  CNN reports on how the failure of two dams in Libya resulted in severe flooding and thousands of deaths. CNN also spoke with citizens who say negligence is to blame. Americans can’t afford their pets. It’s pushing animal shelters to the brink. Vox details what’s behind the crisis. The Tasmanian tiger has been extinct for almost 100 years. Popular Mechanics looks at how scientists are trying to return it from the dead.

The Writers Guild of America and major studios have reached a tentative deal to end the writers’ strike. The Los Angeles Times has details. USA Today reports on growing calls for Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following his corruption indictment. And Politico has key details from the charges. NASA collected a sample from an asteroid for the first time. The Verge explains why it matters. ESPN covers Megan Rapinoe’s final match for the U.S. women’s national soccer team.

With the risk of a government shutdown growing and time running short, the House speaker faces a number of challenges. The Wall Street Journal explains. And ABC reports on what the looming government shutdown could mean for you. Ahead of her final game for the U.S. women’s national soccer team, ESPN takes a look back at Megan Rapinoe’s 10 best moments. In college football, Sports Illustrated has the story of how new Colorado coach Deion Sanders has transformed both the team and the sport more broadly. On this week’s episode of In Conversation, biographer Walter Isaacson discusses the reach, influence, and limitations of Elon Musk.

Walter Isaacson, author of the new biography Elon Musk, spent two years following the world’s richest man in an effort to understand what drives him. Isaacson joins Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to explain what he learned about Musk’s reach and power, how his childhood shaped him, and why he has weekly meetings about colonizing Mars. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

This episode includes a segment with a description of alleged sexual misconduct. Vice reports that the man whose life story inspired the hit movie ‘Sound of Freedom’ is facing multiple accusations of sexual misconduct. An executive producer of the movie is facing other allegations. The Washington Post reports on how Washington, D.C., is coping with a sharp rise in crime. As dual strikes grip Hollywood and shut down productions of scripted programs, the new fall season’s network schedules are leaning heavily on reality and game shows. The Wall Street Journal has a guide.

There are three major threats facing the U.S. economy — and they’re beyond the Federal Reserve’s control. Reuters has more. On Monday Illinois became the first state to eliminate cash bail. WBEZ reports on how it’s going so far. Baby boomers are aging. Their kids aren’t ready. Vox explains the unfolding senior-care crisis. Around 2,000 years ago, Indigenous people in Ohio built a “masterpiece of human creative genius” that’s now been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. NPR has the story.

In an interview with CBS, Zelenskyy makes the case for additional American aid to Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal looks into why more baby boomers are becoming homeless. NPR explains the surprisingly complex science of baby babble.

The Washington Post explains the potential role of global warming in the latest deadly flooding. The biggest sports-gambling season ever is kicking off. Vox looks into whether states are ready for the consequences. Celebrities are auctioning off quirky items to raise money for people who are out of work because of the writers’ and actors’ strikes. NBC has details.

The Washington Post reports on Iran’s crackdown on women’s rights activists ahead of the one-year mark of Mahsa Amini’s death in police custody. In Conversation looks at why so many American kids are struggling to learn how to read — and how to fix it. GQ talks to the guy in charge of cleaning up Burning Man.

America has long struggled with how best to teach kids to read. But a new approach, called the science of reading, is gaining steam — and it’s proving successful. At the same time, many classrooms haven’t caught up to it, and some students are being left behind. In the latest episode of Apple News In Conversation, host Shumita Basu talks to Karen D’Souza, a reporter for EdSource, about how our understanding of literacy has evolved over time, and what educators, parents, and lawmakers are doing to better prepare young readers. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Entertainment Weekly explains the union backlash over Drew Barrymore resuming her talk show during the strike. An FDA panel says an ingredient in popular cold medicines doesn’t actually work. The Wall Street Journal has details. The BBC has the story of how a stolen Van Gogh was handed over to a Dutch art detective — in a blue Ikea bag.

More than 5,000 people have died in Libya’s catastrophic flooding, and 10,000 are believed missing. The Washington Post details how weak infrastructure and an unusual storm contributed to the huge death toll. California pharmacies are making millions of mistakes. They’re fighting to keep that a secret. The Los Angeles Times investigates. Vox explains how adult birthday parties turned into weeklong blowouts.

Ahead of this week’s strike deadline, United Auto Workers called a GM counteroffer “insulting.” USA Today looks into how negotiations are going between the union and the three major U.S. automakers. KFF Health News reports on what experts think about the new COVID booster shots. And Time breaks down all the shots available in the months ahead, including protection against RSV. Can artificial intelligence allow us to speak to another species? The New Yorker speaks to researchers who are asking the question.

CNN reports on how some Moroccan earthquake survivors are still fending for themselves in the Atlas Mountains. The Washington Post looks into how climate change is creating new health crises around the world. Biden rejected proposed conditions for a plea deal for 9/11 defendants. Victims’ families have been waiting for a trial for more than 20 years as the case moves slowly through the court system. ABC has more.

CBS reports on why a wave of child-care-center closures is expected as pandemic stimulus funds dry up. India’s government referred to the country as “Bharat” in an official G20 invitation to a dinner in New Delhi. Critics say it’s a move by Hindu nationalists to exclude other faiths. Time explains. Couples are spending hundreds of dollars an hour to hire their college mascots for weddings. The Wall Street Journal talked to mascots about the challenges of dancing for hours in a giant bird, beaver, or frog costume.

Growing up, Jennifer Senior thought her mom was an only child. But when she was 12 years old, she learned her mom had a sister, named Adele, who was institutionalized as a baby. Adele had spent almost her entire life separated from her family. Decades later, in 2021, Senior reconnected with her aunt and uncovered the dark history of institutionalizing children with intellectual disabilities. Senior wrote about her aunt’s story in the Atlantic and spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about her experience. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Prosecutors predicted that a trial in the Georgia election case will last four months. The timeline would force Trump to spend a third of a year sitting in an Atlanta courtroom, possibly while also running for president and juggling three other criminal cases. The Washington Post has more. ESPN has everything you need to know ahead of the 2023 NFL regular season, including how the teams rank before Week 1. Bloomberg explains why the Caribbean island of Anguilla is expected to make millions this year from a surge in demand for web addresses ending with .ai.

NPR looks into schools’ struggle to deal with an alarming increase in teenagers overdosing on fentanyl. Several major festivals have faced serious disruptions recently. The Washington Post looks into why. Coco Gauff is the first American teenager to reach the U.S. Open semifinals since Serena Williams. Reuters has more. And the Wall Street Journal reports on how stars of tennis are carving out time to study the moves of Carlos Alcaraz.

U.S. officials say Ukraine’s southern counteroffensive has seen “notable” progress. CBS reports. The Dallas Morning News details how Texas attorney general Ken Paxton’s legal issues stretch far beyond his impeachment trial. USA Today explains why wild flamingos have appeared in so many U.S. states in recent days.

U.S. allies and adversaries around the world are preparing for a possible second Trump presidency. The Wall Street Journal has the story. A Reuters investigation found that at Taser maker Axon, former staffers say loyalty meant being tased and tattooed. CNN explains why this college-football season could be the last of its kind.

Rebuilding after catastrophes like Idalia is dependent on the federal government’s Disaster Relief Fund. But the program could run out of money this fall if Congress can’t agree on how to replenish it. Inside Climate News has the story. Tourists were initially urged to stay away from Maui after the island’s devastating wildfires. Now some in the community want visitors to return. The Los Angeles Times spoke with locals. More people are discovering Swedish death cleaning, which encourages them to rethink their possessions while alive so as not to burden loved ones after they’re gone. The Washington Post explains.

Fox Weather is tracking Hurricane Idalia’s impact on Florida and other Southeast states. Families of troops killed in the Kabul airport bombing as the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan were on Capitol Hill calling for accountability. CNN has the story. And the Atlantic has a book excerpt with the inside story of how Biden and his team handled the withdrawal. Federal student loans are emerging from a pandemic deep freeze, and borrowers are confused. The Wall Street Journal breaks things down. A rare “super blue moon” will be visible tonight. USA Today explains what that means.

Breast cancer is increasing among young women. But there’s little advice for that group regarding early detection. The Washington Post has more. NBC reports on how Jacksonville is grappling with its legacy of racist violence after the deadly shooting. AFP explains why France and the E.U. are setting aside $216 million to destroy wine.

An emergency meeting will take place today over the head of the Spanish soccer federation forcibly kissing player Jenni Hermoso following the team’s World Cup victory. Reuters has the story. Bloomberg Businessweek investigates how eye drops tainted with an antibiotic-resistant superbug slipped past the FDA, blinding and even killing Americans.  NPR explains why a stranger’s hello can do more than just brighten your day.

Guns killed a record number of U.S. children in 2021. The Washington Post reports on a sobering new analysis of CDC data.  Taylor Twellman, lead announcer of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and the host of Offside with Taylor Twellman, previews Lionel Messi’s Major League Soccer debut this weekend.  In this week’s episode of In Conversation, CNN host Anderson Cooper shares his struggle to process the deaths of his parents and sibling — and his newfound appreciation for feeling your feelings.

Anderson Cooper is now the only living member of the family he grew up with. When he was 10 years old, his father died of a heart attack. His brother died by suicide about a decade later. And in 2019, his mother died at the age of 95. It’s only recently that Cooper has been able to talk about and process these deaths. For Apple News In Conversation’s Think Again series, he spoke with host Shumita Basu about what he’s learned by talking to people about death and grief on his podcast, All There Is — and the advice he has for those who are struggling with loss. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Eight Republican candidates for president gathered in Milwaukee for the first 2024 debate. The Washington Post has key takeaways from the event, while CNN fact-checks the candidates’ onstage statements. A key part of the White House’s strategy for the U.S.-Mexico border is about to go on trial. NPR has the story. The Wall Street Journal explains how Kroger became the biggest sushi seller in America.

With Trump planning to skip the first Republican presidential debate tonight in Milwaukee, his rivals are hoping to seize the spotlight. The Washington Post looks at their preparations. The Republican focus on Milwaukee shows that Wisconsin will be a critical state again in 2024. NPR explains why. A key witness in the Mar-a-Lago documents case changed his testimony to implicate Trump, after dropping a lawyer paid for by the former president’s PAC. Axios has more. Colleges have been on a spending spree over the past 20 years, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis of records — and students are paying the bill.

This episode includes an audio segment that contains discussion of sexual violence. On today’s show:  Saudi border guards regularly kill African men, women, and children trying to cross the border from Yemen, according to Human Rights Watch. Its report says hundreds are known to have died in the last year and a half. The Guardian has more. Fewer Americans rely on a primary-care physician than in previous generations. Vox explores the decline of the family doctor. Parmigiano-Reggiano producers are adding edible microchips to their cheese wheels to beat counterfeiters. The Wall Street Journal has the story.

Tropical Storm Hilary has caused flooding, downed trees, and power outages in California. The Los Angeles Times has the story. By turning out in groups, women created a multiplier effect and propelled watershed success for the ‘Barbie’ movie, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift, the Wall Street Journal explains. In its final episode, After the Whistle reflects on the cinematic finish to the World Cup.

Utility company Hawaiian Electric knew about wildfire risks for years but made little progress in making its equipment safer. The Wall Street Journal investigates. The average 30-year mortgage rate rose above 7% to its highest level in more than two decades, adding to housing costs as buyers compete over a limited number of properties for sale. Barron’s has details. This weekend features the final of the World Cup. The Ringer has a preview. And ESPN looks ahead to the Leagues Cup final, which will feature Messi.

You’ve prepped the nursery, read all the books, and are eagerly waiting to meet the new member of your family. But are you also ready to meet the new version of yourself? For Apple News In Conversation’s “Think Again” series, host Shumita Basu talks to Jessica Grose, author of Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood, about the ways parenthood can change you, the lack of societal support for this seismic life shift, and how reconnecting with your sense of self can help you navigate it. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Lahaina already suffered from a dire housing crisis before the fires. Now Maui residents are worried they may lose the city, the Washington Post reports. Meanwhile, Honolulu Civil Beat lists places where you can donate to the relief effort. ProPublica investigates how social media could be fueling homicides among young Americans. Why is part of the Pacific Ocean cooling instead of warming? It’s a puzzle with big implications for climate science. New Scientist delves into the issue.

The Miami Herald speaks with legal experts who believe Trump’s latest set of criminal charges could present the greatest legal threat to his freedom. Women in Afghanistan tell CNN about how two years of Taliban rule has eroded their freedoms. Activists are targeting workplace diversity initiatives following the Supreme Court’s decision to eliminate affirmative action in college admissions. The Wall Street Journal has the story.

Trump and several advisers have been indicted in Georgia, accused of trying to overturn his 2020 election loss. Reuters explains the charges, and the RICO law prosecutors are using. A judge sided with young Montanans in a climate-change trial, finding two of the state’s laws unconstitutional. The Daily Montanan has more. The Washington Post explains what’s killing Florida’s coral reefs — and why you should care.

The cleanup of toxic materials in Maui may go on for months, and rebuilding could take years. Hawaii Public Radio has more. Most of the fentanyl flowing into the U.S. is brought by people legally authorized to cross from Mexico, not migrants seeking asylum. NPR reports. Bakeries are learning that the most delicious pastry is sometimes the one their customers can’t have. The Wall Street Journal explains “croissant theory.”

A new ProPublica investigation shows how Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has secretly reaped the benefits from a network of wealthy and well-connected patrons that is far more extensive than previously understood. Experts don’t agree on whether to intervene to try to save California’s iconic sequoia trees, which have been devastated by wildfires. The San Francisco Chronicle has the story. On the 50th birthday of hip-hop, the L.A. Times chooses its 50 greatest moments.

Early adulthood can be a particularly confusing and unsettling phase of life. You’re figuring out how to get a job, pay rent, and plan meals. At the same time, you’re also determining your values and the kind of person you want to be. It can feel like being pulled down two completely opposite life paths. In the latest episode of Apple News In Conversation’s Think Again series, host Shumita Basu talks to psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock about how to balance the tugs of purpose and survival during the period she calls “quarterlife.” She’s even written a book on it. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

The San Francisco Chronicle explains how the Hawaii fires got started, and why they became so extreme, so quickly. FEMA doesn’t respond to heat waves. Grist unpacks the bureaucratic reasons why. Special Counsel Jack Smith has taken on tough cases before, and hasn’t always won. The Wall Street Journal looks at the Trump prosecutor’s record. You may have heard that America’s honeybees are dying. The Ringer details what it means for the people on the front lines and the food in your kitchen.

Colleges are making changes to the admissions process after the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action. The Wall Street Journal spoke to students who are being forced to adapt on the fly. Domestic violence has soared in Ukraine. It’s another way Russia’s war is taking its toll on civilians. Reuters investigates. Animal actors are on strike too. The Washington Post tells their stories.

Home insurers are covering less and charging more as they try to claw their way back to profitability in a time of severe weather, the Wall Street Journal reports. Is America headed for another COVID surge? Apple News has a special collection of coverage on what to know about worrying increases in cases and hospitalizations. Did plastic-straw bans work? Yes, the Grist argues, but not exactly how you might think.

Sweden eliminated the U.S. from the World Cup. American soccer legend Michelle Akers breaks down the heartbreaking loss on After the Whistle. People in New Mexico who lived near the 1945 atomic-bomb test depicted in ‘Oppenheimer’ want compensation for health issues. The Washington Post reports. CNN spoke with a man who completed his dream of visiting every country in the world without flying.

The Wall Street Journal reports on how the dispute over artificial intelligence in the entertainment industry is much bigger than the standoff between Hollywood studios and striking writers and actors. A lifesaving HIV program faces a new threat: U.S. abortion politics. The Washington Post has the story. After the Whistle looks at what the U.S. needs to do to beat Sweden after a rocky start to the World Cup. Your brain is hardwired to resist change. In Conversation explores how to get better at it.

Transitions can feel intimidating and destabilizing. But these moments can also be opportunities for growth, reflection, and self-discovery — especially when you have the right tools. In the first episode of Apple News In Conversation’s monthlong “Think Again” series, host Shumita Basu talks to Hidden Brain’s Shankar Vedantam about why pivot points can feel so challenging and how to embrace them as opportunities, rather than obstacles. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Trump’s first two indictments could land him in prison, but his latest could change the presidency. The Miami Herald explains how. The Washington Post details how one of the new charges is being made under an 1870 civil-rights law used to prosecute Ku Klux Klan violence. And Reuters reports on what we know about Trump’s six alleged coconspirators. The Federal Reserve and markets are expecting a soft landing for the U.S. economy as it emerges from the pandemic. Barron’s explains how coming days will test that optimism. An 18-year-old soccer player who survived cancer is now the World Cup’s rising star. NPR profiles Colombia’s Linda Caicedo.

The Washington Post details the four new criminal charges against Trump and what they mean. Tens of thousands of Ukrainians have lost limbs since the start of the war, a toll not seen in conflicts in the West in decades. The Wall Street Journal reports. NPR explains why it’s so important to figure out when a vital Atlantic Ocean current might collapse. Bloomberg Green rounds up some recent good news about the planet.

The Atlantic reports on how Oregon’s bold experiment with decriminalizing hard drugs is not going as planned. An Afghan teenager made it to the U.S., but his family was left behind in Kabul. NPR tells his story. Teen Vogue looks into the recent trend of people throwing stuff at concert performers.

Temperature records are being broken around the world, but those records aren’t equally meaningful. Vox explains why it’s important to have context. The Wall Street Journal reports on how waves of new migrant arrivals have sparked a housing fight in New York. Is the U.S. in trouble at the Women’s World Cup? Former USWNT coach Jill Ellis weighs in on After the Whistle.

In Conversation looks at the dangers of extreme heat — for our health and our planet. USA Today investigates cases where someone kills their entire family, and efforts to prevent this kind of violence. The Wall Street Journal reports on an experiment with a four-day workweek that shows how jobs can often get done more efficiently in less time.

July is on track to be the hottest month ever recorded on Earth. Millions of people in the U.S. are living in areas with dangerous levels of heat — and a growing death toll. In a new book, The Heat Will Kill You First, reporter Jeff Goodell warns that heat is pushing us into a new climate era, with dire implications for individuals, society, and our planet. Goodell spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about the changes we need to make today and the reasons he still has hope for the future. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Extreme heat has extreme effects in prisons, which often have poor or no air conditioning. The Marshall Project takes a deep look at the issue, while PBS Newshour speaks to incarcerated people about struggling with unrelenting temperatures. Contractors in Kenya say they were traumatized by doing work to screen out violent and abusive content for OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The Wall Street Journal investigates. With a year to go to the Olympics, Paris is in the final phase of a historic clean-up that will soon see swimmers back in the Seine. Time got an inside look at the massive project.

The Atlantic looks at research on the powerful impact of attending elite universities, and suggests how to change admission policies to broaden opportunity. The Ohio Capital Journal reports on a new poll showing a majority of Ohioans favor an amendment protecting abortion rights, ahead of an election that could have national implications. After the Whistle has a recap of the most unexpected moments of the Women’s World Cup so far and a preview of the U.S.’s next match.

Years after a border separation, a family’s reunion was in a judge’s hands. The Washington Post tells the story. NPR explains why it’s so hard to turn empty office buildings into much-needed housing. The Wall Street Journal reports on how dying malls are stirring up nostalgia — and eager bidders for the decor.

The Wall Street Journal reports on why some ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel are allying with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his plans to limit the Supreme Court, which have triggered mass protests.  After more than a century, the American buffalo returned to its original habitat on Native tribal lands. National Geographic has the story —  and images.  After the Whistle breaks down a clunky, frustrating opening performance from the U.S. Women’s National Team at the World Cup.

Women who had complicated pregnancies are suing Texas over its abortion bans. NPR reports on the emotional testimony some of them gave in a hushed Austin courtroom this week.  Student journalists are breaking major national stories. Meet the reporter whose work for the Stanford Daily led to the resignation of the university’s president.  One of the biggest voices in soccer, After the Whistle cohost and NBC Sports presenter Rebecca Lowe, gives her predictions for the Women’s World Cup — and her take on Messi joining MLS. Hear her full conversation with Shumita in this week’s Apple News In Conversation

The Women’s World Cup is underway. With 32 nations fielding teams, it’s the biggest tournament yet. Rebecca Lowe, host of Apple News’s unofficial World Cup podcast, After the Whistle, and NBC Sports’ Premier League coverage, offers her predictions and reflects on the success and incredible growth of women’s soccer over her lifetime. Plus, she gives her take on Lionel Messi’s move to Major League Soccer. Below are excepts from her interview with Shumita Basu. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

After the Whistle is back for the Women’s World Cup, which kicks off today. Hosts Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard on ‘Ted Lasso,’ and Rebecca Lowe, presenter for NBC Sports, have a primer on all 32 squads competing, from A to (New) Z.  After a year of botched executions, Alabama is eager to prove it can kill someone without incident. The Atlantic has the story.  The New Yorker argues that Netflix’s ‘Orange Is the New Black’ signaled the rot inside in the streaming economy.

Federal prosecutors told Trump’s legal team that he is a target of their investigation into efforts to undo his 2020 election loss, the Wall Street Journal reports. As Earth records some of its highest average temperatures, U.S. workers have barely any legal protections from extreme heat, according to the Washington Post.  New York’s shark-infested waters are a good thing. Yes, really. Vox explains why.

The first pretrial hearing in the Trump documents case takes place today. The Washington Post has a preview, while Vox takes a closer look at Judge Aileen Cannon, the Trump appointee assigned to oversee the trial. In a major investigation, the San Francisco Chronicle traced the dealers selling drugs in the city’s open-air markets back to one of the poorest areas of Honduras.  Vanity Fair breaks down why Hollywood has so much riding on the box-office battle between ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer.

The U.S. and China have restarted climate negotiations. Both countries are currently suffering from extreme heat. CNN has more.  This past weekend marked three months of civil war in Sudan. Channel 4 spoke to victims who fled.  Some schools have dropped race from consideration for scholarships following the Supreme Court decision on affirmative action, according to the Wall Street Journal. Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic to win his first Wimbledon title on Sunday. ESPN has the story.

The Washington Post explains how floods, fires, and deadly heat are the alarm bells of a planet on the brink. If UPS and workers can’t make a deal, the U.S. could be in for a strike with devastating economic impact. Businesses that rely on shipping are working on backup plans. NBC News explains.  Tom Hanks sits down with In Conversation to discuss his new book, a love letter to the many people needed to make movies possible, especially those behind the scenes.

Tom Hanks has learned a thing or two about moviemaking during his decades-long career. Ultimately, he says, it’s not about one person’s vision or direction; it’s about the countless people behind the camera — and a few in front of it — who make a movie possible. That’s the foundational idea behind his debut novel, The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece. Hanks spoke to Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu before SAG-AFTRA, the union that represents actors, decided to strike. But his book and their conversation are a reminder of all that goes into creating the entertainment many of us take for granted. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts.

Studios and the actors union failed to reach a deal before a contract deadline, meaning performers may join writers on the picket lines. Variety has the latest, and Vox has context on how changes driven by streaming helped cause the writers’ strike. A Wall Street Journal investigation found that the U.S. is wrapped in miles of toxic lead cables, left by telecom giants. Yahoo Sports has all you need to know about the U.S. women’s soccer team’s bid to win a third straight World Cup title. And, ahead of the tournament, be sure to follow our World Cup podcast, After the Whistle.

Vermont is dealing with catastrophic flooding — and bracing for more. Reuters has details on the situation. And Vox explains why we’re seeing more extreme flooding around the world. Scientists say this lake proves that human damage to the environment triggered a new chapter in geologic time: the Anthropocene. The Washington Post reports. The northern lights probably won’t be visible across as large a stretch of the U.S. as an early forecast indicated. NBC explains why.

The Marines’ top general has stepped down as leader with no Senate-confirmed successor in place. A Republican senator is blocking military promotions to protest abortion policy. Politico has the story. If signed into law as expected, Iowa’s proposed abortion ban is likely to face a long legal battle. KCCI reports. He served the U.S. Army in Afghanistan. He was killed driving for Lyft in D.C. The Washington Post tells his story. Smithsonian explains how climate change is making home runs easier to hit.

Vox argues that the media needs to better explain the connection between climate change and meat and dairy production. The Washington Post explains why berberine, a trendy weight-loss supplement popular on TikTok, is not “nature’s Ozempic.” The Apple News soccer podcast After the Whistle is returning for the Women’s World Cup.

The FDA granted full approval to a new Alzheimer’s drug meant to slow the disease. There are some risks to the treatment. NBC News has the story. The Washington Post looks at why many ultraprocessed foods are unhealthy. The extreme heat is making squirrels and other creatures “sploot.” NPR explains how it’s a sign that animals are struggling with climate change.

Rainn Wilson understands why so many people are rejecting religion today. But he argues that the core aspects of faith still have something important to offer us. Spirituality has brought him community, purpose, and levity — even as he’s struggled with depression, anxiety, and addiction. The actor explores these themes in his new book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution, and TV show, Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss. Wilson shared what he's learned with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu. This is a preview of their conversation.

The Atlantic examines how economic issues are making critical cancer drugs hard to find. The push to tie Medicaid to work is making a comeback. Georgia is at the forefront. The Washington Post has the story. Amy Olson is playing in the U.S. Women’s Open while seven months pregnant. The Wall Street Journal looks at how she’s doing it.

The Wall Street Journal explains why many U.S. veterans don’t want their kids to join the military. After decades as rivals and friends, tennis greats Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova found themselves more intertwined than ever as they each struggled with cancer. The Washington Post tells the story of their long friendship. CNN reports on a flying-car prototype that just got a key certification from the FAA.

Bloomberg Businessweek looks into how the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action in university admissions could also impact the workplace. USA Today investigates an ambulance-access crisis affecting millions of Americans. Universities in Connecticut began offering classes to incarcerated people a few years ago. The program’s first class of graduates just walked across the stage at commencement. CT Insider has the story.

The Supreme Court ruled that it was unconstitutional to consider race in university admissions, upending decades of precedent involving affirmative action. The Los Angeles Times has details. Survivors of the recent migrant shipwreck near Greece told CNN that the coast guard attempted to tow the vessel when it capsized. The comments contradict the Greek authorities’ version of events. Reparations for Black Californians face an uphill climb in the state legislature. The Wall Street Journal has the story. A linguist writes in the Conversation about a new English dialect emerging in South Florida.

The Washington Post tells the story of how as many as 750 migrants boarded a fishing trawler and ended up in one of the Mediterranean’s deadliest shipwrecks. Reuters reports on the relentless heat wave scorching Texas and neighboring states, and the deterioration of air quality over the Midwest as Canadian wildfire smoke lingers. The Wall Street Journal explains why everyone in South Korea is a year or two younger today.

CNN has the tape of Trump’s 2021 conversation about classified documents, an important piece of evidence in the federal case against him. Remote school during the pandemic was devastating for many kids. The New Yorker looks at how one school system is attempting to make up for lost ground by experimenting with its calendar. Netflix’s crackdown on password sharing has forced some people to have pretty awkward conversations with freeloading family and friends. The Wall Street Journal has the story. 

The Wall Street Journal looks at the big questions that remain about Putin’s control over Russia after Wagner troops briefly rebelled. Some Western officials wonder whether the drama is truly over. A federal judge struck down a ban on gender-affirming health care for transgender youth in Arkansas. It’s an important case that could have national implications. The Arkansas Advocate has the story. Research indicates lobsters likely feel pain. Should we get them high before cooking them? National Geographic spoke to a chef who says yes.

NPR reports on how ending affirmative action changed California. Nearly a year later, most Americans oppose the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. NPR looks at survey data. The Wall Street Journal explains how TikTok is upending how companies create and market new products.

At their worst, graduation speeches are boring, trite, and pedantic. But at their best, they’re touching meditations on what it means to live a purposeful, fulfilling life. On this week’s episode of Apple News In Conversation, host Shumita Basu speaks with commencement-speech connoisseur Cristina Negrut, who has read hundreds of speeches and cataloged many on the website Best Graduation Speeches. This is a preview of their conversation.

A ProPublica investigation finds that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito took an undisclosed luxury vacation with a Republican megadonor who later had multiple cases before the court. Artificial intelligence is raising difficult questions in health-care settings about who makes the final call in a crisis: the human or the machine. The Wall Street Journal has more. ESPN breaks down the roster of the U.S. Women’s National Team as it prepares to compete for the World Cup.

Searchers detect underwater noises in the hunt for the missing tourist submersible on a Titanic expedition. CBS News has more. Reuters reports on the suspected human traffickers detained pending trial over the deadly migrant shipwreck off of Greece. Hunter Biden reached a deal with prosecutors on cases involving taxes and a gun purchase. The Washington Post has details. Cases involving slavery are still cited as good law across the U.S. NPR reports on the effort to change that. Every generation thinks people were nicer in the past. Vox introduces us to researchers who have evidence to the contrary.

NPR reports on how some crucial cancer drugs are in short supply, putting patients’ care at risk. Gen Z has had cosmetic work done. They’re happy to tell you all about it. The Washington Post explains. Satellites keep photobombing space images. Astronomers need to find a fix. Wired has more.

ProPublica and Frontline investigate decades of government failure to prevent deadly crashes between cars and commercial trucks. The Nile is the world’s longest river? The Amazon would like a word. The Washington Post has more on an intractable geographic debate. NPR reports on research into whether a playlist of fish sounds can help save the world’s coral reefs.

Samantha Irby is many things: blogger; essayist; and writer for shows like Shrill, And Just Like That …, and Work in Progress. Above all, she is a master of transforming seemingly mundane moments of everyday life into high comedy. Irby sat down with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about her new book, Quietly Hostile, her writing process, turning herself into a TV character, and why frivolous things matter. This is a preview of their conversation.

Dozens of migrants have been stuck for months on a tiny island in the Indian Ocean. They say conditions are terrible. The BBC reports. A catatonic woman awakened after 20 years. The Washington Post explains how her story may change psychiatry. The Houston Chronicle reports on why elephants at the local zoo do yoga.

Olympian Tori Bowie died from a pregnancy complication that disproportionately impacts Black women. ABC News reports on the latest. The Associated Press has been covering health disparities that are affecting this community in America. San Francisco put cash in kindergarteners’ college savings accounts 13 years ago. The San Francisco Chronicle examines whether the move paid off. Paul McCartney tells the BBC how AI has enabled a “final” Beatles song.

The Washington Post explains why Trump was charged in relation to handling secret information while Hillary Clinton and Mike Pence were not, and details the 37 charges he faces. In a groundbreaking climate lawsuit, young plaintiffs argue that Montana’s fossil-fuel support violates their constitutional rights. The Daily Montanan has the story. The student-loan freeze is ending. The Wall Street Journal has what you need to know. Apple News has a special collection of coverage on how the Denver Nuggets won their first NBA title.

The Guardian has fresh details on how four Colombian children lived through nearly six weeks alone in the Amazon jungle after a plane crash. A new program could shed light on the link between fighting wildfires and cancer. Boise State Public Radio reports. The Sacramento Bee looks at how riders are taking mail on horseback from California to Missouri to celebrate the anniversary of the Pony Express.

Donald Trump was indicted again, this time on federal criminal charges. The Washington Post has the details.  The Wall Street Journal has exclusive reporting on a secret agreement reached by Cuba and China for the island to host a Chinese spy facility.  The U.S. Supreme Court Thursday upheld a lower-court ruling that Alabama’s 2022 congressional maps violated the Voting Rights Act. The Alabama Reflector explains the decision’s significance. Air quality in the Northeast is slowly improving as wildfire smoke moves on. CNN is tracking conditions.  The Washington Post explains the wave of state legislation to ban or restrict the use of ”forever chemicals.” Tennis stars get lots of hate online, so the French Open gave them AI social-media “bodyguards.” NPR reports.

Around 2013, author and cardiologist Sandeep Jauhar started noticing some worrying changes in his father. He would forget the code to their safe; he couldn’t remember what he did the day before and would get lost driving home. Eventually, his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. In his new book, My Father’s Brain: Life in the Shadow of Alzheimer’s, Jauhar chronicles the challenges of caring for a sick parent and explains where medicine is today when it comes to treatment for this incurable illness. This is a preview of Jauhar's conversation with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu.

National Geographic explains how wildfire smoke affects your body and how to protect against it. CNN CEO Chris Licht was ousted after a tumultuous year. The Hollywood Reporter has more. Soccer superstar Lionel Messi made a deal to play for Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami. The Wall Street Journal has details.

Even as more and more Republicans run for president, many GOP voters remain devoted to Trump. The Atlantic has the story. NBC explains what to know about the health risks of the wildfire smoke spreading across the U.S. NPR reports on how a heart-transplant recipient died after being denied meds in jail.

Ukraine blames Russia for destroying a critical dam near Kherson, forcing evacuations. CNN has more. The Hollywood Reporter details how a vote by the actors union to authorize a strike is raising the stakes in Hollywood’s season of labor unrest. NPR examines how the far right tore apart one of the best tools to fight voter fraud. Why do Golden Knights fans throw flamingos on the ice? The Sporting News explains Las Vegas’s unusual hockey tradition.

State psychiatric hospitals are full, which means people who are waiting for mental-health treatment in order to stand trial are behind bars for long periods. The Wall Street Journal investigates. GQ talks to NBA players about the art of the pregame nap. Esquire introduces us to the one-person team behind Antarctica’s longest-running newspaper, the Antarctic Sun.

The Associated Press spent the past year exploring how the legacy of racism in America has laid the foundation for the health inequities that Black people face. Time looks at the scientific reasons why you can’t remember that Beyoncé or Taylor Swift concert all too well.  Electric vehicles are hailed as an environmentally friendly alternative to gas-powered cars. But that doesn’t mean they’re totally clean. Hear more on this weekend’s episode of Apple News In Conversation.

Electric vehicles may be better for the planet in a lot of ways, but there are huge, often-unseen environmental and human costs associated with harvesting the minerals needed to make EV batteries. On the latest episode of Apple News In Conversation, host Shumita Basu spoke with Washington Post reporters Rebecca Tan and Evan Halper about the paper’s series “Clean Cars, Hidden Tolls.”  

NPR explains how Florida’s new immigration law is creating fear and frustration for businesses and workers.  The Ringer previews the 2023 NBA Finals matchup between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets tipping off tonight.  The brightest young spellers in the country are battling it out at the Scripps National Spelling Bee this week. The Washington Post caught up with a record-setting six-time competitor ahead of his final bee.

The Atlantic reports on the Supreme Court case that could upend Native American sovereignty.  Luxury goods are having a moment with American consumers despite the rough economy. Vox explains the surprising reason why.  The National Women’s Soccer League scrapped its age minimum. The Wall Street Journal reports on the wave of teens trying to go pro—and hoping to make the U.S. national team.

Drones attack residential areas in Moscow for the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine, NBC News reports. Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s two decades of dominance over the country’s politics will continue after a win in Sunday’s election. NPR has more. A new anti-LGBTQ law in Uganda calls for life in prison for those who are convicted, NPR explains. President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached a deal over the weekend to raise the debt limit and avoid a government default. Time looks at what’s in it.  Vox breaks down how Vermont became a national leader in child care.  The Wall Street Journal explains the long fight over “Taco Tuesday.”

Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes was sentenced to 18 years in prison for seditious conspiracy in the January 6 Capitol attack. USA Today has more. The Supreme Court dramatically shrunk the Clean Water Act’s reach. Politico explains what to know. The Wall Street Journal looks at why Texas lawmakers are set to consider impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton. Older Americans are flooding homeless shelters that can’t care for them. The Washington Post reports on cities that are rushing to build specialized facilities.  Free, ad-supported, streaming television services like Freevee and Pluto are having a moment. Vox explains. The Miami Herald asked experts for tips on the best and worst times to travel this Memorial Day weekend.

An analysis from the Washington Post of book challenges from across the nation shows that the majority were filed by just 11 people. NPR describes how dozens of countries face a default dilemma: Either pay their debt or fund schools and hospitals. Scientists are puzzled by orcas sinking boats in a string of abnormal attacks. NBC News has the story.

After her daughter was killed in Uvalde, Kimberly Mata-Rubio became an advocate for changing gun laws. Texas Monthly looks at a year in the life of a grieving mother. Guam residents evacuated as Typhoon Mawar approached. CNN is on the story. The South Carolina Legislature advanced a six-week abortion ban, which the governor says he will sign. The State has full coverage. USA Today reports on a New York judge’s decision to set a March 2024 trial date for Trump’s criminal case, meaning it will happen at the height of the presidential primary races.