The Artemis II crew is set to return from its 10-day mission to the moon today. Space.com’s Mike Wall joins to discuss how this era of lunar exploration is different from past endeavors.

California’s wide-open gubernatorial election might provide a rare opening for a Republican candidate. Politico’s Jeremy White breaks down the favorites and whether or not the GOP can make inroads in deep-blue California.

Plus, First Lady Melania Trump delivers an unusual address regarding her connections to Jeffrey Epstein, and the debate on where dogs do and don’t belong.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Wisconsin voters passed a first-of-its-kind law restricting future data centers. Politico’s Tyler Katzenberger explains what the referendum says about how some voters feel about the AI boom.

Golf’s most prestigious tournament, the Masters, starts today. The Athletic’s Brody Miller joins to discuss the field — and why Tiger Woods’s absence carries extra weight this year.

Plus, the Justice Department says former Attorney General Pam Bondi won’t testify before the House regarding the Epstein files, last month was the hottest March in the U.S. on record, and the massive monument erected in honor of a land-mine-sniffing rat.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary to stump for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The Washington Post’s Catherine Belton joins to discuss why the MAGA-aligned Orbán is facing a tough battle in upcoming elections.

Plus, Republican Clay Fuller won the election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, fallout from rapper Kanye West’s past antisemitic comments caused the cancellation of a major music festival, and why landline phones are back in style for some parents and their kids.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The United Arab Emirates is cracking down on Iranians who live in the country in retaliation for drone attacks. The Wall Street Journal’s Omar Abdel-Baqui joins to discuss what that means for the nearly half a million Iranians living in the U.A.E.

Thousands of low-income HIV patients could soon lose access to drug coverage. Stateline’s Nada Hassanein explains why states are imposing new limitations on HIV assistance programs.

Plus, the Supreme Court issued a decision regarding the conviction of Trump ally Steve Bannon, and a momentous day for the Artemis ii crew. 

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

It’s been a year since President Trump’s “Liberation Day,” when he unveiled his signature global tariffs. Courtenay Brown of Axios explains how the tariffs reshaped the American and global economies.

Michigan and UConn face off in tonight’s men’s NCAA Tournament final. Eddie Pells of the Associated Press previews the matchup.

Plus, Pope Leo delivered his first Easter address, and the Artemis II mission prepares to reach the dark side of the moon.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon has displaced more than a million people. NPR’s Lauren Frayer breaks down why some are worried their loved ones will never return.

The WNBA players’ union enlisted the help of a Nobel laureate for its contract negotiations with the league. The Wall Street Journal’s Rachel Bachman explains how the strategy helped win a historic deal.

Plus, dozens of countries met to discuss action at the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted the Army’s top general, and Hershey was forced into a reversal on its chocolate recipes.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The confirmation of Trump’s nominee for the next U.S. surgeon general is stalled in the Senate. The Washington Post’s Dan Diamond explains why the nomination of the MAHA-aligned doctor has run into some roadblocks.

Inadequate snow and rain in the West is raising fears of drought and wildfires. USA Today’s Trevor Hughes joins to discuss the potential effects of the continuing dry weather.

Plus, an American journalist was kidnapped in Iraq, why airports are warning travelers not to arrive too early, and NASA’s Artemis II mission lifted off toward the moon.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Some U.S. allies in the Gulf want President Trump to keep up the war with Iran. Aamer Madhani of the Associated Press explains why some countries say Tehran hasn’t been weakened enough.

A federal judge halted construction on President Trump’s new ballroom at the White House. The Washington Post’s Dan Diamond breaks down why Trump’s mechanism for funding the project is the main issue.

Plus, the Supreme Court struck down Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy,” Tiger Woods says he’s stepping away from golf after an arrest on suspicion of DUI, and why TMZ is turning its cameras on vacationing lawmakers.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Iran instituted what is being called the “Tehran toll booth” on the Strait of Hormuz. NBC News reports some ships are being charged millions of dollars to pass.

The Trump administration is using a little-known immigration court to boost its mass-deportation efforts. NPR’s Ximena Bustillo explains how the strategy is narrowing due process for immigrants.

Plus, the FBI says the synagogue attack near Detroit was inspired by Hezbollah, Air Canada’s CEO retires after criticism over a condolence message, and Céline Dion announces a comeback.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Lawmakers in Washington left for a two-week recess after failing to fund DHS and as long lines at some airports persist. NBC News’s Sahil Kapur explains why competing Republican bills in both chambers stalled.

Even though Trump’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis has ended, many businesses in the city are still feeling the pain. Joe Barrett of The Wall Street Journal shares what some business owners are experiencing.

Plus, the U.S. plans to let a Russian oil tanker deliver fuel to Cuba, why a 98-year-old judge wants her job back, and the men’s NCAA Final Four is set.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

President Trump said he would postpone strikes on Iran’s power plants again. Reuters reports on how each side has presented different plans on ending the war.

Trump’s immigration crackdown has seen the detention of more than 11,000 parents of children who are U.S. citizens. ProPublica’s Jeff Ernsthausen joins to break down the numbers.

Plus, detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a Manhattan court, the IOC banned transgender women from the Olympics, and how to catch a glimpse of the world’s largest steam train as it travels across the U.S.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Meta and Google lost a court case over whether their platforms were to blame for the mental-health issues of a woman who compulsively used social media as a small child. NPR’s Bobby Allyn breaks it down.

Major League Baseball is back for the 2026 season. The Athletic’s Tim Britton joins to discuss how every team could make it to the playoffs this year.

Plus, Iran reacted to Trump’s talk of negotiations, Michael Flynn is getting a DOJ payout, and Stephen Colbert has a new gig.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A group of employees at Voice of America are suing the government, alleging that Trump official Kari Lake spread pro-Trump propaganda on air. NPR’s David Folkenflik breaks down the case.

Something happened last year for the first time since the Great Depression: More people moved out of the U.S. than into it. The Wall Street Journal’s Drew Hinshaw explains why.

Plus, Minnesota sued to gain access to evidence related to the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, Meta lost a major child-safety lawsuit, and why Mar-a-Lago is turning blue.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Investigators are working to determine how an Air Canada jet crashed into a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport. The Washington Post reports on how an air-traffic controller said afterward that he “messed up.”

The Supreme Court might strike down a Mississippi law allowing mail-in ballots to be counted up to five days after election day. Taylor Vance of Mississippi Today explains how that could affect voters.

Plus, a jury awarded an accuser of Bill Cosby $59 million in punitive damages, Sen. Markwayne Mullin was confirmed as the new secretary of Homeland Security, and the 1970’s disco hit that is said to be generating wealth.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

ICE officers are being deployed to airports to assist TSA agents with long lines. Politico reports that the moves comes as funding to reopen DHS remains stalled.

Congress may have accidentally turned off tax-filing and payment deadlines for more than three years. Richard Rubin of the Wall Street Journal explains why some people are now seeking refunds for interest and penalties paid.

Plus, historic flooding in Hawai‘i prompted mass evacuations, and CBS is shutting down down its news-radio service.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei and Gideon Resnick.

Fallout from revelations about Latino civil-rights icon Cesar Chavez have been swift as institutions move to strip his name off of buildings, parks and other sites. Gustavo Arellano of the Los Angeles Times joins to discuss the reaction.

The identity of the artist known as Banksy has reportedly been revealed. Blake Morrison of Reuters breaks down how he and his colleagues unraveled the mystery.

Plus, why ABC canceled the upcoming season of ‘The Bachelorette,’ Sen. Markwayn Mullin moved one step closer to becoming DHS secretary, and a commemorative gold coin featuring President Trump was approved.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A Times of Israel correspondent says he received death threats about his reporting on a missile strike in Jerusalem from bettors on the prediction site Polymarket. Will Oremus of the Washington Post explains what happened next.

The men’s NCAA basketball tournament is underway. The Athletic’s Joe Rexrode shares the stories of past Cinderella’s of the tournament.

Plus, a New York Times investigation found that revered Latino civil-rights leader Cesar Chavez sexually abused two underage girls, the Federal Reserve again kept interest rates steady, and why Senegal was stripped of its Africa Cup soccer title.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin begins the confirmation process today to become the next homeland-security secretary. The Atlantic’s Nick Miroff discusses what Mullin might do with large warehouses the administration purchased to convert into megajails.

Cuba is dealing with a major economic crisis and the failure of its antiquated power grid. Carmen Sesin of NBC News joins to discuss what life is like for some Cubans day to day.

Plus, why teens are suing Elon Musk’s xAI, the House Oversight Committee officially subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi, and how spas and gyms took over traditional retail space.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A federal judge tossed out subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve in a probe over whether Jerome Powell gave false testimony. The Wall Street Journal’s Nick Timiraos breaks down the case.

A cash-only market for GLP-1s is bringing down prices for the drugs across the industry. Christopher Rowland of the Washington Post joins to discuss why low prices for a new class of drugs is unusual.

Plus, Cuba’s energy grid collapsed leaving millions without power, a judge tossed out much of RFK Jr.’s new vaccine policies, and the world record set by Mexico City ahead of the World Cup.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A bipartisan bill aimed at increasing housing supply passed in the Senate overwhelmingly. Sahil Kapur of NBC News breaks down what’s inside the legislation.

Extreme weather is about to hit a large swath of the country. Seth Borenstein of the Associated Press explains why blizzard conditions, thunderstorms, and a heat wave are all hitting at once.

Plus, airline CEOs called for an end to the DHS shutdown, the mens’ and women’s NCAA basketball tournament brackets are set, and the big winners from last night’s Oscars.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Lebanon is one of several countries that has been drawn into the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Mohamad El Chamaa of the Washington Post explains how more than 800,000 Lebanese people have been displaced during the fighting.

The Academy Awards are on Sunday. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Katey Rich, awards editor at The Ankler, breaks down what it really takes to win an Oscar.

Plus, officials say an attack on a synagogue in Michigan was a targeted act of violence, South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn is running for an 18th term in office, and the 17-time Oscar nominee hoping to end her losing streak this year.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Member countries of the International Energy Agency said they will release 400 million barrels of reserve oil as prices surge. The Wall Street Journal’s Matthew Dalton discusses whether the move can bring down the cost of crude.

Travel around U.S. is being disrupted as global events coupled with the DHS shutdown have left airports scrambling. Hannah Sampson of the Washington Post explains the challenges facing travelers.

Plus, deadly weather ripped through part of the U.S., Iran’s sports minister signaled that it might not compete in the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and the U.K. is removing the last hereditary lords from its parliament.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Republicans gathered in Florida for their annual retreat to hash out policy priorities ahead of the midterms. Mia McCarthy of Politico joins to discuss the top issues on the GOP’s agenda.

Alabama’s governor commuted the death sentence of a man convicted of a murder he didn’t commit. AL.com’s Savannah Tryens-Fernandes breaks down the case.

Plus, a whistleblower says a former DOGE employee took highly sensitive social security data with him to another employer, two candidates emerge in the race to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene, and how a modern-day treasure hunter ended up in prison.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Australia granted asylum to five members of the Iranian women’s soccer team over concerns for their safety upon returning to Iran. Nassim Khadem of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation breaks down the act of resistance that led the team to seek protection.

The Trump administration wants to keep several coal plants operational despite some having reached their intended retirement dates. NPR’s Sam Brasch joins to discuss how utilities are pushing back.

Plus, authorities in New York filed charges against two suspects in a planned attack outside the NYC mayor’s residence, ticket-selling giant Live Nation and the DOJ reached an antitrust settlement, and how alcohol consumption among chimps could provide a clue as to why humans love booze.

The ongoing war is starting to take its toll on the global economy. David J. Lynch of the Washington Post joins to discuss how Americans might soon feel the impact.

Demands for accountability are increasing after an airstrike hit a school in southern Iran at the outset of the war. Chantal Da Silva of NBC News breaks down what the evidence shows about who may be responsible.

Plus, deadly tornadoes ripped through multiple states over the weekend, a federal judge invalidated mass layoffs at Voice of America, and why Olympic champion figure skater Alysa Liu is skipping out on the sport’s next big competition.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Iran’s next leader could be a son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Parisa Hafezi, Iran bureau chief for Reuters, joins to discuss why that might frustrate some Iranians.

The Formula 1 season kicks off in Australia this weekend. Apple News Sports editor Shaker Samman explains how new rule changes might change things on the track.

Plus, the Justice Department published some missing Epstein files related to Trump, a curling scandal hit the Paralympics, and the new regulation United Airlines hopes will make your flight a little more peaceful.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The U.S.’s closest ally in the war, Israel, has very big stake in its outcome. Tia Goldenberg of the Associated Press explains why Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wagered big on a victory against Tehran.

Midterm-elections season kicked off with closely watched primaries in Texas. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki joins to dissect the results on both sides.

Plus, the House Oversight Committee voted to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer questions about the Epstein files, a judge ordered the Trump administration to issue tariff refunds, and and a game of social-media one-upmanship between the CEOs of some of America’s biggest burger chains.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei and Gideon Resnick.

Oil prices continued to surge as a result of ongoing fighting. Evan Halper of the Washington Post joins to discuss why what happens to a key shipping route could affect global fuel prices.

And the BBC reports on how European countries are struggling to hold a united position on the war.

Plus, a Georgia man was convicted for giving his son a gun allegedly used in a school shooting, the labor secretary’s two top aides are resigning, and why buying a dinosaur has become a new trend in the auction world.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecelia Lei.

The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward joins to discuss President Trump’s messaging about the conflict.

Iranians in the country are having different reactions to the war and the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. NPR’s Jane Arraf describes how some are processing the last few days.

Plus, Texas voters head to the polls for a contentious GOP primary, and video of Bill and Hillary Clinton’s depositions in the House Jeffrey Epstein investigation was released.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Lawmakers were briefed on the Iran attacks but the strikes were carried out without congressional approval. NPR reports on how that has put new urgency into an effort to reign in President Trump’s military powers.

Los Angeles is the home to the largest population of Iranians outside of Iran. Corinne Purtill of the Los Angeles Times joins to discuss how they are reacting.

Plus, a mass shooting in Austin left three dead including the gunman, OpenAI is stepping into a bigger role at the Pentagon, and how one Planned Parenthood location is offering spa-like treatments to generate revenue.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.The U.S. and Israel carried out a massive military campaign over the weekend against Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s Jared Malsin breaks down the operation.

Lawmakers were briefed on the Iran attacks but the strikes were carried out without congressional approval. NPR reports on how that has put new urgency into an effort to reign in President Trump’s military powers.

Los Angeles is the home to the largest population of Iranians outside of Iran. Corinne Purtill of the Los Angeles Times joins to discuss how they are reacting.

Plus, a mass shooting in Austin left three dead including the gunman, OpenAI is stepping into a bigger role at the Pentagon, and how one Planned Parenthood location is offering spa-like treatments to generate revenue.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.d1c4894a-bb04-470b-8e11-160b96024b4cMon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://apple.news/AUaaMZk5zRl-uM1z3wxpNzQfull991falseus uk ca au de se fr jp no dk kr es nl br ie mx sa nzRebroadcast: The truth about Johnson & JohnsonFrom Apple News In Conversation: This is an episode from our archives.

For more than a century, Johnson & Johnson has billed itself as one of the most trusted companies in American history. But, in a stunning investigation, journalist Gardiner Harris documents decades of misconduct and malfeasance by the health-care conglomerate. Harris’s book is called No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson. He spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about why he says the company has “knowingly contributed to the deaths and grievous injuries of millions” through products including baby powder, a fentanyl patch, and a cancer drug. Johnson & Johnson has denied many of these allegations.

Some progress appears to have been made in the latest round of talks between the U.S. and Iran. Olivia Le Poidevin of Reuters joins to discuss why the two sides are still far apart.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is under intense pressure to confront drug cartels. Emily Green of Reuters dissects how the killing of Mexico’s most powerful drug lord was a risky move.

Plus, Hillary Clinton gave a deposition in the House’s Epstein investigation, why Netflix is backing out of the deal to buy Warner Bros., and Pope Leo tells priests not to use AI in homilies.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The Pentagon is at odds with Anthropic, the company that built the only AI model approved for classified military use. Dave Lawler of Axios joins to discuss the ultimatum Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued the company.

A whistleblower who recently trained ICE recruits testified to Congress about how the agency is cutting corners on instruction. The Washington Post’s David Nakamura explains why concerns are rising over how fast some agents are being put into the field.

Plus, officials in Cuba said its coast guard killed four people on a Florida-registered speedboat, economist Larry Summers is stepping down as a Harvard professor over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, and how Rolex created one of the hardest schools to get into.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Deadly cartel violence in Mexico has raised concerns over security at the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The Athletic’s Felipe Cardenas explains what officials are saying about the risks and why FIFA is standing behind Mexico.

Voters in Switzerland could soon vote to cap the country’s population at 10 million people as a way to restrict immigration. Bastian Benrath-Wright of Bloomberg joins to discuss why major businesses in Switzerland oppose the measure.

Plus, FedEx is suing the Trump administration for a tariff refund, why the director of the Louvre quit, and how an innocent snowball fight turned political.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei and Gideon Resnick.

Netflix’s bid to buy Warner Bros. just got a little more complicated. Deadline’s Dominic Patten explains why the DOJ is now involved.

GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic have exploded in popularity for their weight-loss effects. Dhruv Khullar of the New Yorker considers how they could be used to treat conditions like addiction.

Plus, record snowfall hit parts of the Northeast as a massive winter storm moved through, Mexico is experiencing more violence after the country’s top drug lord was killed, and President Trump prepares for his State of the Union address.

Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

President Trump wasted no time imposing a new global tariff after the Supreme Court struck down his previous ones. Courtenay Brown of Axios joins to discuss what comes next for businesses and consumers.

The Winter Olympics concluded Sunday night, and it was a pretty good showing for Team USA overall. The Athletic’s Matt Futterman explains how a series of injuries and other mishaps kept the Americans from a historic performance.

Plus, authorities shot and killed a man after he breached the perimeter at President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, New York braced for another big snowstorm, and how Punch the orphaned macaque captured the internet’s heart.

Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Kahn.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former prince, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct while in public office. Fiona Hamilton of The Times of London joins to discuss why.

A proposed rent-control law in Massachusetts has local Democrats. The Wall Street Journal’s Jared Mitovich explains why lawmakers in the state are at odds.

Plus, Trump’s new “Board of Peace” met for the first time, a federal advisory commission approved plans for the new White House ballroom, and a big night for Team USA on the ice.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A deadly avalanche killed 8 people in the Lake Tahoe region in Northern California. KQED’s Sarah Wright explains what happened and the challenges that come with avalanche rescue.

A massive amount of wastewater has been spewing into the Potomac River after a sewage line break in Maryland, near Washington D.C. Dana Hedgpeth of 

The Washington Post breaks down how the spill has now become a political dispute.

Nordic combined is the only Winter Olympic sport where women don’t compete. USA Today’s Chris Bumbaca joins to discuss how some athletes are trying to change that.

Plus, a billionaire former CEO who says he was conned by Epstein, Mark Zuckerberg testified in a landmark trial over social media addiction, and a judge finally settled the debate over boneless chicken wings.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is calling for the resignation of the chair of the 2028 Olympics after his name showed up in the Epstein files. Dakota Smith of the Los Angeles Times explains the fallout.

Civil-rights leader Jesse Jackson died on Tuesday. Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg joins to talk about Jackson’s life and legacy.

Plus, a federal judge ruled that Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be arrested again, Stephen Colbert said he wasn’t allowed to air a certain interview, and the American bobsledder who’s become the oldest-ever Winter Olympic champion.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecelia Lei.

Several letters written by detained children describe what life is like inside ICE’s Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas. ProPublica’s Mica Rosenberg has the details.

This week marked two years since Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny died in custody. The Associated Press reports on new evidence surrounding the cause of death.

Plus, at least two people are dead after a shooting a high-school hockey game, Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died, the FBI said it won’t share evidence related to the death of Alex Pretti with Minnesota state officials, and how one Girl Scout smashed the all-time cookie-selling record.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Early voting is underway in the race to win the House seat previously held by Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene. Politico’s Alec Hernandez joins to discuss the crowded field.

Under an executive order from President Trump, federal agencies are deploying AI as a way to operate more efficiently. Ian Duncan of the Washington Post details how some departments are using the technology and the concerns it is raising.

Plus, Southwest Airlines is getting some pushback for recent policy changes, and how cheating accusations in curling at the Winter Olympics unfolded.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

President Trump revoked a landmark scientific finding regarding greenhouse-gas emissions. Marianne Lavelle of Inside Climate News breaks down what to expect next.

Allegations of bias were lodged at Olympic ice-dance judges after a team from France edged out an American duo. NBC News’s Rohan Nadkarni explains what’s behind the controversy.

Plus, why a judge blocked the Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly, and how snowboarding superstar Chloe Kim just missed out on Olympic history.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington on Wednesday. Sam Metz of the Associated Press joins to discuss the meeting and how Israel is taking steps to exert more control over the West Bank.

More people than ever are in ICE detention under Trump’s immigration crackdown. The Associated Press’s Gisela Salomon breaks down reports of substandard conditions inside some ICE facilities.

Plus, details are emerging about the mass shooting in British Columbia, what the new jobs report signals about the economy, and the interesting day job of one of Team USA’s Olympic curlers.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The acting director of ICE defended the agency’s actions on Capitol Hill Tuesday. The Washington Post reports on the contentious hearing.

A community in Montana that overwhelmingly supported Trump is grappling with the detainment of a popular local auto mechanic by U.S. Border Patrol. Nora Mabie of Montana Free Press discusses the case.

Plus, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick admitted he maintained contact with Jeffrey Epstein for years longer than he previously claimed, an unsealed affidavit revealed the FBI’s reasoning for confiscating election materials from Fulton County, and Team USA’s breakout men’s figure-skating star takes a big lead in the individual competition.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The January jobs report is scheduled to come out tomorrow, and one White House adviser says it’s not going to be pretty. Justin Lahart of the Wall Street Journal joins to discuss the factors making life hard for job-seekers.

U.S. Olympic figure skater Maxim Naumov lost his parents in the air crash over Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. The Washington Post’s Robert Samuels tells us how competition helped Naumov overcome the tragedy.

Plus, the U.S. is seeking to overturn Steve Bannon’s Jan. 6–related conviction, JD Vance visits Armenia to promote a peace deal, and how some Olympic medals are sustaining unexpected damage.

The sheer number of court cases tied to President Trump’s immigration crackdown is  putting a heavy strain on lawyers representing the government. The Wall Street Journal’s Sadie Gurman explains the immense pressure U.S. attorney’s offices are under.

So-called forever chemicals, or PFAS, are increasingly contaminating private-drinking-water wells. Michael Phillis of the Associated Press joins to talk about how the issue is spreading and why it’s so difficult to stop.

Plus, U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn breaks her leg in a crash at the Winter Olympics,  Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in jail, and the Seattle Seahawks are this year’s Super Bowl champions.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Major U.S. trade partners are increasingly turning elsewhere as a result of unpredictable relations with President Trump. The Wall Street Journal’s Kim Mackrael joins to discuss how China benefits from the uncertainty.

Plus, the Super Bowl is on Sunday, and it’s a rematch of what many consider one of the best Super Bowls in recent history. Apple News sports editor Shaker Samman breaks down this year’s matchup.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A recent drone attack by Russia left more than 1,000 apartment buildings in Kyiv without power. Politico’s Veronika Melkozerova joins to discuss how Ukrainians are surviving winter after continued attacks on their electricity grid.

A warming climate is putting future Winter Olympic sites at risk of no longer being able to host the event. The Washington Post’s Janice Kai Chen breaks down the challenges cities face and the solutions being proposed.

Plus, the Supreme Court cleared the way for a new congressional map in California, the Washington Post is laying off a third of its newsroom, and how Buddhist monks are spreading a message of peace through walking.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez hosted the U.S.’s top diplomat in the country this week to review the Trump administration’s roadmap for the oil industry and stabilization. The Wall Street Journal’s Ian Lovett explains the game of wait and see that Rodríguez appears to be playing with Trump.

Data suggests that immigration authorities are increasingly detaining children. The Washington Post’s María Luisa Paúl dissects the numbers, and explains how the recent apprehension and detention of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos became a flashpoint.

Plus, lawmakers passed a spending package to end the partial government shutdown, Renee Good’s brothers testified before Congress about her death, and how fans helped a figure skater bring some unique music to the Winter Olympics.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt opened in a limited capacity this week after two years. Sam Metz of the Associated Press joins to discuss logistical questions over who and what can cross the border.

The latest Epstein files release contained the names of a number of prominent international figures. The BBC reports on some of them.

Plus, Georgia’s Fulton County is suing over the FBI’s seizure of 2020 elections material, U.S. and Iranian officials are set to meet later this week, and how inflation is impacting Valentine’s Day candy.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A new batch of documents from the Epstein files were released. The Associated Press reports on how the Department of Justice isn’t expected to file any new charges as a result.

Some Olympic athletes don’t make enough money to afford basic living expenses. Fortune reports on how that could change starting this year after a massive gift to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee.

Plus, why the Kennedy Center is shutting down for two years, a 5-year-old detained by ICE has been released, and the big winners at this year’s Grammys.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

President Trump said he is nominating Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve. The AP has the details.

During a national uprising in Iran, the government gunned down dozens of citizens protesting in the town of Rasht. The Washington Post’s Yeganeh Torbati joins to discuss the incident’s aftermath.

Tax season is upon us, and there are some significant tax-law changes that could affect returns this year. Ashlea Ebeling of the Wall Street Journal breaks down what filers need to know.

Plus, how a man impersonating an FBI agent tried to free Luigi Mangione, life expectancy in the U.S. is up, and why a woman who had never rowed decided to row across the Atlantic solo.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about Venezuela. NPR reports on how Rubio faced intense scrutiny over U.S. involvement in the country.

Some of the people convicted then pardoned for their part in the Jan. 6 attack want financial penalties they paid to the government returned. The Washington Post’s Beth Reinhard joins to discuss what emboldened them to ask for their money back.

Plus, the FBI raided the election offices of a key 2020 battleground county in Georgia, the agents who shot Renee Good and Alex Pretti have been put on leave, and why so many people are suddenly obsessed with beans.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A man from Cuba recently became the third detainee at a single Texas facility to die in ICE custody. Michael Biesecker of the Associated Press discusses the case.

TikTok experienced serious technical difficulties just as its new ownership group took control. The Verge’s Emma Roth breaks down the hurdles it faces.

Plus, why the U.S. population grew at a slower rate last year, Amazon is abandoning its Go and Fresh grocery stores, and Southwest Airlines passengers bid farewell to open seating.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

As calls for accountability for the immigration agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti and Renee Good grow, prosecutions might be hard to come by. Jack Queen of Reuters breaks down the longstanding protections in place that shield law-enforcement officers.

Some parents allege that social-media apps designed to keep teens coming back are responsible for a mental-health crisis among young people. The Washington Post’s Naomi Nix joins to discuss lawsuits filed by parents over the issue and why they’ll be tough cases to win.

Plus, a deep freeze will set in as the nation digs out of this weekend’s winter storm, leading pediatricians are breaking with the CDC on childhood-vaccine guidance, and why virtually no one knows how WD-40 is made.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Congressional leaders are reacting to the latest shooting in Minneapolis. CNBC reports on how a government shutdown is now more likely as a result. The Associated Press reports a growing number of Republicans are also calling for a larger investigation into the incident.

A brutal winter storm has left several people dead and hundreds of thousands without power. USA Today has live updates.

Plus, China’s top general is under investigation amid claims he leaked secrets to the U.S., Venezuela released another round of political prisoners over the weekend, and the Super Bowl matchup is set.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Crime across the country seems to be dropping at fast pace. Henry Grabar of The Atlantic discusses why.

On Oscar-nomination day, the vampire film ‘Sinners’ broke the record for most nominations by a single movie. Variety’s Clayton Davis breaks down this year’s nominees.

Plus, former special counsel Jack Smith testified before Congress about his two indictments of President Trump, TikTok finalized a deal to keep operating in the U.S., and how one reporter captured the beauty of nature and an unsettling truth about what humans are doing to it.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Record-breaking cold and messy winter weather is expected to hit a large swath of the country in the coming days. Bloomberg’s Lauren Rosenthal joins to discuss what’s in store and how to prepare.

After protests that killed more than 3,000 people, some Iranians say they are open to the U.S. removing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The Atlantic’s Arash Azizi shares what Iranians told him about what they want from Trump and the U.S.

Plus, ICE is training officers to enter homes without judicial warrants, a former police officer charged over his response to the Uvalde shooting was found not guilty, and Sundance is kicking off its final festival to be held in Utah.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A jury in Texas will decide if an officer who responded to the mass school shooting in Uvalde can be held responsible for his alleged inaction. The Wall Street Journal’s Elizabeth Findell breaks down the case.

Gen Z is having a tough time breaking into the job market as baby boomers remain in the workforce. The Washington Post’s Taylor Telford explains how factors like AI and economic uncertainty are making it hard to get entry-level jobs.

Plus, France’s president sent a message to Trump at Davos, and the second lady announced that she’s pregnant with her fourth child.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Polls show Democrats with a lead over Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. Patrick Marley of the Washington Post explains how Trump is attempting to alter how the midterms are conducted.

A proposal for a one-time tax on California’s billionaires has spurred infighting amongst Democrats. Time reports on the details of the proposed tax, and how billionaires are pushing back.

Plus, authorities in Spain say at least 40 are dead after the country’s worst rail disaster in a decade, Iran’s state TV was hacked, and remembering the legendary fashion designer Valentino following his death aged 93.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

As ICE enforcement continues in Minnesota, residents have taken to the streets in community patrols to track the movement of agents. Madison McVan of the Minnesota Reformer explains how efforts to deter ICE have grown since the shooting of Renee Good.

Ticket prices for the upcoming men’s World Cup have reached exorbitant prices even after efforts by FIFA to bring them under control. The Athletic’s Henry Bushnell joins to discuss how prices got so high in the U.S. as other countries have offered much cheaper tickets for previous World Cups. 

Plus, the number two at ICE stepped down to make a run for Congress, and how Australia’s social media ban is already having an impact.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Trump administration is halting all immigrant visas from 75 countries. The Washington Post’s David Nakamura explains how the move fits into Trump’s larger immigration crackdown.

After two years of no formal education, the children of Gaza City have returned to makeshift classrooms for school. The BBC reports on how classes are lively and the mood is hopeful despite remaining anxiety over the war.

Plus, the U.S. and Denmark remain at odds over the future of Greenland, Iran temporarily closed its airspace, and why some people are being left out of this year’s Super Bowl halftime crew.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are set to meet with representatives from Greenland and Denmark in Washington. The Wall Street Journal’s Max Colchester breaks down what’s at stake for both sides.

AI data centers have brought together a diverse set of opposition. Evan Halper of the Washington Post joins to discuss how the issue entered the national political conversation.

Plus, multiple federal prosecutors resigned in response to the DOJ’s investigation into the shooting of Renee Good, the Clintons refused to testify in the Epstein inquiry, and the uniquely American accent that’s disappearing. 

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Supreme Court hears oral arguments today that could have big implications for transgender athletes. USA Today’s Maureen Groppe breaks down the case.

Starter homes used to be a cornerstone of the real-estate market, but no longer. The Washington Post’s Julie Weil joins to discuss how would-be first-time buyers are being priced out of the market.

Plus, former Federal Reserve chairs came out in support of Jerome Powell, why some 15,000 New York City nurses are on strike, and the newest addition to the Barbie lineup.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

As many as 500 people have died in Iran during two weeks of protests and unrest. Jon Gambrell of the Associated Press joins to discuss the crackdown on demonstrators and why Trump has opened the door on taking action against Tehran.

Tens of thousands took to the streets of Minneapolis to protest the presence of ICE in the city after an officer killed local resident Renee Good. Reuters reports on how the Department of Homeland Security is sending even more agents to the state in response.

Plus, authorities in Mississippi arrested an individual in connection with a fire at a historic synagogue, the National Portrait Gallery updated Trump’s portrait, and the big winners at this year’s Golden Globes.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller usually sticks to domestic policy issues. In this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Jonathan Blitzer of the New Yorker discusses why Miller is wading into Trump’s plans in Venezuela.

In the aftermath of the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, corporations have changed how they think about security. The Wall Street Journal’s Chip Cutter joins to discuss what companies are doing to better protect executives.

Plus, lawmakers passed an extension of ACA subsidies, NASA says astronauts are coming home from the ISS early, and the NFL playoffs kick off with some fresh faces at quarterback.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The White House is continuing to assert control over Venezuela’s oil resources. Bloomberg’s Kevin Crowley joins to discuss why pulling oil out of the country might be harder than expected.

The federal government issued new dietary guidelines and an updated food pyramid. Stat’s Sarah Todd breaks down the new recommendations and how they differ from past iterations.

Plus, Alaska’s capital is buried under snow and running out of places to shovel it, Trump is pulling out of one of the oldest climate treaties, and how some Americans are falling out of love with pizza.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A person on the crypto-betting site Polymarket won $400,000 wagering that Nicolás Maduro would soon be out as Venezuela’s leader. Alexander Osipovich of The Wall Street Journal explains why the timing of the bets might be suspicious.

Doctors are seeing a surge of patients with serious flu-like symptoms. NBC News’s Erika Edwards breaks down why flu season is so bad this year.

Plus, the White House left the door open to military force in Greenland, Trump announced a deal on Venezuelan oil, and more details emerged about the people killed during the operation to capture Maduro.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani immediately turned to signing executive orders to kick off his term. The City’s Katie Honan joins to discuss how he’s managing his first days in office.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says he will not seek a third term. The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Nathaniel Minor explains how criticism over Waltz’s handling of fraud scandals led to the decision.

Plus, how federal health authorities are significantly changing the childhood-vaccine schedule, a plaque honoring police who defended the Capitol on January 6 is nowhere to be seen, and the U.S. has a new lightning capital.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez assumed the role of interim president over the weekend. The New Yorker’s Jon Lee Anderson joins to discuss why opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado is being sidelined.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will oversee the Trump administration’s efforts in Venezuela after Maduro’s ouster. The Washington Post reports on the daunting task ahead of him.

Plus, authorities identified all of the victims in a deadly fire at a Swiss ski resort, the CDC said flu cases spiked in the U.S. in December, and the newest artistic creations entering the public domain in 2026.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

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 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.”

This episode from our Apple News In Conversation archives is our most-listened-to interview of the year. It was originally published in June 2025.

In his 22-year career in the FBI, undercover agent Scott Payne infiltrated some of the most dangerous criminal and extremist groups in America, from a motorcycle gang called the Outlaws to a white-supremacist group known as the Base. Payne shares his firsthand case accounts of gathering intelligence and stopping illegal activity in his memoir, Code Name: Pale Horse; How I Went Undercover to Expose America’s Nazis. His story is also featured on the latest season of the Slate podcast White Hot Hate. Payne sat down with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about some of his most harrowing moments on the job and the growing threat of extremism in the U.S.

Congress left Washington for the holidays after one of the least productive years in modern history. NPR’s Barbara Sprunt breaks down the factors that have caused the stagnation.

Former ICE officials say families are being detained for prolonged periods of time to speed up deportations. Anna Flagg of the Marshall Project joins to discuss how Trump administration policies have swept thousands of children into custody.

Plus, the State Department recalled more than two dozen diplomats from around the world, tricky weather will complicate travel during the holidays, and how to avoid being singled out by the TSA.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. military pursued a third oil tanker near Venezuela after taking previous action against two other ships. Benoit Faucon of the Wall Street Journal breaks down the latest escalation in the region.

Some conservatives say they will support a run by Vice President JD Vance in the 2028 presidential election if he enters the race. Jonathan Cooper with the Associated Press joins to discuss how one organization is already laying the groundwork for a potential Vance campaign.

Plus, why flood-infrastructure grants were held up as Washington state dealt with record rainfall, how a power outage left robotaxis stranded, and the blue pit viper that supercharged the box office.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A Russian envoy is set to meet with U.S. officials over the weekend in Miami for talks on ending the war in Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal’s Max Colchester explains why many European leaders are now preparing their citizens for a potential conflict with Russia.

Trump has issued more executive orders in 2025 than his entire first term. Emily Davies of the Washington Post joins to discuss how the president has turned to executive orders as policy and communications tools.

Plus, the Kennedy Center might soon be renamed, the Trump administration says it’s cutting funding of transgender care for minors, and a look back at some of the best movies, music, and TV from the past year.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Trump wants a former county clerk who was convicted of tampering with voting machines freed from prison. Yvonne Wingett Sanchez of The Atlantic explains why that’s unlikely.

A statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee in Emancipation Hall in Washington, D.C, has been replaced by one of civil-rights hero Barbara Rose Johns. NPR’s Rachel Treisman tells her story.

Plus, why four Republicans defied House Speaker Mike Johnson to force a vote on ACA subsides, NASA has a new administrator after a yearlong confirmation process, and the Oscars are headed exclusively to YouTube.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Funeral services for some of the Bondi Beach victims were held in Sydney, and an alleged gunman has been charged with 59 offenses. The Washington Post reports on why the black flag of ISIS keeps showing up at scenes of immense violence.

Authorities in Rhode Island released a new image and video of a person of interest in the Brown University shooting. Jennifer McDermott of the Associated Press details why some Providence residents are frustrated with the investigation.

Plus, officials in Los Angeles officially filed charges in the killing of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner, the Department of Defense says it won’t publicly release the video of a controversial boat strike, and why more people are listening to Christmas music for longer periods of time.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Jimmy Lai, a major pro-democracy leader in Hong Kong, was convicted of collusion and sedition. Hong Kong Free Press editor Tom Grundy breaks down the case and its implications.

An investigation revealed how major dollar-store chains routinely overcharge customers. The Guardian’s Jocelyn Zuckerman explains how shelf prices don’t always match what shows up at the register.

Plus, a JetBlue flight narrowly averted a collision with a U.S. military plane, how the victims of the Brown University shooting are being remembered, and why the man being hailed as a hero for disarming a shooter in the Bondi Beach attack says he’d do it all again.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Talks over ending the war between Russia and Ukraine accelerated over the weekend. The Wall Street Journal’s Laurence Norman details why big differences remain for both sides.

Authorities in Rhode Island are still searching for a suspect in the deadly mass shooting on the campus of Brown University. The Washington Post reports that the initial person of interest has been released.

Plus, more rain is on the way as Washington state battles severe flooding, the surprising return of a 44-year-old NFL quarterback, and legendary actor Dick Van Dyke’s message on his 100th birthday.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Lawmakers in the Senate failed to pass separate bills aimed at easing health-insurance costs that are set to skyrocket at the end of the year. Axios reports on what happens next.

The Atlantic’s Michael Scherer has spent hours talking to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Scherer explores how the health secretary’s past shaped who he is today.

Plus, Indiana Republicans rejected Trump’s redistricting efforts, Kilmar Abrego Garcia was released from immigration detention, and Mickey Mouse is formally entering the AI world.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Indiana is the latest state in the spotlight over redistricting, as lawmakers there prepare to vote on a new congressional map requested by President Trump. Indianapolis Star reporter Kayla Dwyer joins to discuss why the measure is dividing Republicans in the state.

A nationwide initiative called Vision Zero was supposed to stop pedestrian traffic deaths. Rachel Weiner of the Washington Post details why it didn’t work.

Plus, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the third consecutive time, the U.S. might require visa applicants to show their social-media history, and how In-N-Out Burger entered the “6-7” conversation.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Federal Reserve is expected to make another rate cut today despite opposition from some members of its board. The Wall Street Journal’s Nick Timiraos explains how both internal and external pressures are shaping the decision.

President Trump has accused political foes of mortgage fraud for claiming more than one primary residence. ProPublica’s Justin Elliott breaks down how Trump himself has engaged in the same behavior.

Plus, Miami elected a Democratic mayor for the first time in nearly 30 years, why this year’s Nobel Peace Prize recipient will not receive the award in person, and Denmark is to end letter delivery after four centuries.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Over four years of war with Ukraine, Russia has been able to keep raising an army to fight. Ekaterina Bodyagina, a reporter for Politico, joins to discuss how Russia has sustained such a relentless force.

Paramount launched a hostile bid for Warner Bros. after losing out to Netflix in acquiring the historic studio. NPR reports on why Paramount thinks its bid is better for Warner Bros. and consumers.

Plus, one of Trump’s handpicked U.S. attorneys resigned, why Congress may withhold a portion of the Pentagon’s travel budget, and how the Louvre’s bad year just got a little worse.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

President Trump released his strategy on national security, offering a glimpse into the administration’s evolving foreign policy. Bloomberg reports the document codifies a number of norm-shattering policies that condemn allies, traditional enemies and addresses a number of domestic issues. 

The Supreme Court weighs arguments today over whether Trump has the authority to to fire certain government regulators. The Washington Post’s Justin Jouvenal joins to discuss the ramifications of the court’s decision on regulatory independence and Trump’s battle gains the federal workforce. 

Plus, the U.S. condemned the death of a Venezuelan opposition figure, why Trump is attacking a Democrat he just pardoned, and the dramatic unveiling of this year’s college football playoff bracket.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The World Cup draw is today, when fans learn who the nation they are rooting for will match up against in next year’s tournament. The Athletic’s Adam Crafton explains how the event came to be at the Kennedy Center, and what that says about the way Trump has shaped the institution.

The effects of budget cuts on clinical trials are beginning to be felt. Washington Post reporter Allyson Chiu breaks down why the loss of funding could make it more difficult to develop treatments in years to come.

Plus, the Supreme Court clears the way for Texas’s gerrymandered congressional map, why some countries are skipping next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, and the duo behind ‘The Rest Is History’ — Apple Podcasts’s Show of the Year — share their favorite moments from America’s past.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Texas’s “bathroom bill” goes into effect today. Texas Tribune reporter Ayden Runnels joins to discuss why enforcement might prove tricky.

Trump pardoned sitting Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar, who was facing bribery charges. USA Today reports on how Cuellar intends to remain with his party and run for reelection.

Plus, why Trump is rolling back vehicle fuel-efficiency standards, a doctor who supplied ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry with ketamine was sentenced to prison, and why ChatGPT finds it so hard to tell time.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump pardoned the former Honduran president who was convicted of taking bribes from cartels that flooded the U.S. with cocaine. BBC News reports that the clemency comes as Hondurans are electing a new president.

Services like 23andMe have revealed the existence of “surprise heirs” asking for a piece of the family inheritance. The Wall Street Journal’s Ashlea Ebeling explains how the development is throwing estate planning into chaos.

Plus, ICE is set to crack down on Somali immigrants in Minnesota, a Republican win in Tennessee but Democrats gained ground, and why ‘Mad Men’ fans are catching some unexpected mistakes on streaming.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

More than 150 people are confirmed dead after a fire ripped through a Hong Kong apartment building. The Washington Post’s Christian Shepherd joins to discuss the major questions facing authorities.

Basketball legend Michael Jordan’s racing team is suing NASCAR. The Athletic reports on how the case could alter NASCAR in big ways.

Plus, an appeals court upheld the disqualification of one of the White House’s judicial nominees, Costco is suing the Trump administration, and the angry meaning behind the 2025 Oxford Word of the Year.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The suspected shooter of two National Guard troops in Washington D.C. arrived in the U.S. via a program meant for Afghans to resettle after the war. The Wall Street Journal’s Michelle Hackman joins to discuss how Trump is now expanding his immigration crackdown.

Americans return a lot of purchases. As we emerge from Black Friday, Wirecutter’s Annemarie Conte explains where it all ends up.

Plus, bad winter weather is snarling post-Thanksgiving travel and more is on the way, why U.S. officials say there’s still work to be done on a deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war, and how three octogenarian nuns became Instagram darlings.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Las Vegas economy is grappling with a decline in visitor numbers. The Athletic’s Luke Smith explains how the city hopes this weekend’s Formula 1 race will save an otherwise bleak year.

Renowned cook Samin Nosrat says that to her, Thanksgiving food can be a little bland. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Nosrat gives her top tips for making your Thanksgiving feast a little more flavorful.

Plus, the NTSB released its initial report on the UPS plane crash in Louisville, a Florida congresswoman could face more than 50 years in prison, and how the next men’s World Cup is shaping up to be a tournament of underdogs.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Trump administration has deviated from the conventional clemency and pardon process. ProPublica’s Jeremy Kohler details how allies of the president are benefiting.

It’s nearly two years since the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed. Baltimore Banner reporter Hayes Gardner explains why some of the crew of the ship that struck the bridge is still stuck in the U.S.

Plus, Trump puts his signature to releasing the Epstein files, a newly proposed peace deal between Russia and Ukraine would require big concessions from Kyiv, and a unique way farmers are making up for falling dairy prices.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

President Trump says he opposes extending Affordable Care Act subsides that are set to expire at the end of the year. Dan Diamond, reporter at the Washington Post, explains the alternatives on the table.

Iran’s drought crisis has led many to say the country is now water bankrupt. Vox reports on why the situation in Tehran should be a warning to other dry cities.

Plus, why Trump waved off questions about the killing of Jamal Khashoggi during the Saudi crown prince’s visit, a panel of federal judges blocked Texas’s gerrymandered congressional map, and how interaction with humans is changing raccoons.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The acting head of FEMA resigned after just six months on the job. Brianna Sacks, reporter for the Washington Post, joins to discuss what comes next for the beleaguered agency.

The Louvre heist highlighted how unequipped many French museums are to safeguard irreplaceable historical artifacts. The Wall Street Journal’s Stacy Meichtry examines why they’re so vulnerable.

Plus, the U.N. Security Council delivered its judgment on Trump’s Gaza plan, Larry Summers responded to pressure over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and why turkeys cost so much more this Thanksgiving.

Pope Leo recently criticized Trump’s immigration policies. Reuters reporter Joshua McElwee joins to discuss how the pontiff’s words led the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to take action.

Startups funded by powerful billionaires in Silicon Valley are pushing the boundaries of reproductive genetics. The Wall Street Journal’s Emily Glazer breaks down some of the controversial practices.

Plus, the Trump administration began an immigration crackdown in Charlotte, Tehran might be evacuated because of Iran’s water crisis, and why Academy officials are telling members to actually watch Oscar-contending movies this year if they want to vote.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The shutdown stalled the release of key inflation and jobs numbers. The Wall Street Journal’s Harriet Torry breaks down why that missing economic data could hamper employers and policymakers. 

In this week’s Apple News In Conversation, photographer Lynsey Addario breaks down key moments from the documentary about her life and career, Love+War.

Plus, a daycare worker wrongly detained by ICE is freed, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a new military mission, and what happened to guests when their hotel went bankrupt. 

 Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

In recent elections, Democrats won back the support of some Latino voters who supported Trump in 2024. The Washington Post’s Sabrina Rodriguez discusses what the shift in voting patterns may mean.

Certain imported pastas might disappear from grocery-store shelves as a result of high tariffs. Gavin Bade of the Wall Street Journal joins to discuss how pasta makers are feeling pressure from multiple sides.

Plus, a new report details alleged abuses at El Salvador’s CECOT prison, the strong solar activity allowing the aurora borealis to be seen in unexpected places, and the punishing exams that briefly bring South Korea to a standstill.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

World leaders from 194 countries are gathering in Brazil for COP30, this year’s U.N. climate gathering. Elizabeth Kolbert of the New Yorker explains why the conference won’t include any U.S. officials.

Canada lost its measles-elimination status as a result of a large outbreak. Stat’s Helen Branswell breaks down what that signals about the broader state of measles prevention.

Plus, the world’s largest aircraft carrier arrived near the Caribbean, how paintings by Bob Ross are helping with public-media funding shortages, and the man who executed one of the the worst trades in NBA history is out of a job.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Two top executives at the BBC resigned after a scandal involving a misleading story about Trump. CNN’s Brian Stelter explains how it went down.

Car-loan delinquency rates are reaching record highs and those in the automotive-recovery industry are feeling the pinch. Scott Calvert at the Wall Street Journal details what it all means for the larger economy.

Plus, Trump hosted Syria’s new leader at the White House, the Supreme Court will take up the legality of mail-in ballots, and why this year’s Booker Prize winner could be truly unique.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Heavy investment in massive AI data centers is changing the complexion of the communities where they’re being built. David Uberti, reporter for the Wall Street Journal, breaks down the consequences.

Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum was groped by a man on the street. Kate Linthicum of the Los Angeles Times explains how the incident has brought renewed attention to the rampant sexual harassment faced by women in the country.

Plus, a set of presidential pardons, the latest pro-sports gambling scandal hits MLB, and the 207-year-old Farmers’ Almanac ceases publication.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister is backing Trump’s strikes against suspected drug boats in the Caribbean. The Wall Street Journal’s Kejal Vyas breaks down why it’s a big risk for the dual-island nation. 

Millions of sports fans who subscribe to YouTubeTV can’t access ESPN because of a dispute over carriage fees. The Athletic reports on the arguments from both sides.

Plus, Tesla shareholders value Elon Musk at $1trn in record-setting pay package, what’s next after a judge ruled SNAP benefits must be fully funded, and a big security failure in the Louvre heist case.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The paramilitary RSF has taken control of the city of El Fasher in Sudan. BBC analyst Alex de Waal explains why it marks a turning point in the country’s civil war.

Food delivery has overtaken restaurant dining in a big way. The Atlantic’s Ellen Cushing joins to discuss how restaurants altered their businesses to cater to at-home diners.

Plus, Supreme Court justices expressed doubts over Trump’s tariffs, a judge criticized the Justice Department’s “highly unusual” handling of the Comey case, and Nancy Pelosi is set to retire after almost 40 years in Congress.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments over Trump’s signature tariff policy. Greg Stohr of Bloomberg explains why some businesses that have already paid steep import taxes might get a refund if Trump loses.

Plus, the latest on a Kentucky plane crash, the shutdown drags on but negotiations are picking up, and why some living people in Maine received letters informing them of their own deaths.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Californians are voting on new congressional maps that could decide control of Congress in next year’s midterms. Politico’s Melanie Mason explains how the issue is galvanizing voters and donors.

More than 30 states now have stand-your-ground laws on the books. Mark Maremont of the Wall Street Journal joins to discuss how those laws have led to an increase in “justifiable homicides” carried out by civilians.

Plus, Trump makes a last-minute endorsement for New York City mayor, a historic museum is finally here, and the death of a powerful former vice president.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Trump administration over the weekend carried out its 15th confirmed strike against a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean. The Washington Post’s Dan Lamothe breaks down the potential endgame as U.S. forces continue to build up in the region.

More than 1,000 Afghans who helped the U.S. during the war are stuck in U.S. custody in Qatar. Robbie Gramer of the Wall Street Journal explains why officials won’t let them go.

Plus, how the government shutdown is hitting airline passengers harder, what renewed U.S. nuclear testing will look like, and a photo finish at this year’s New York City Marathon.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to a trade deal that eases tensions over tariffs. The Wall Street Journal’s Lingling Wei explains how Trump is rebuilding the U.S.-China playbook.

The World Series and Major League Baseball have been dominated this year by Japanese stars. The Athletic’s Evan Drellich joins to discuss how Japan’s influences go beyond the diamond.

Plus, Hurricane Melissa leaves behind mass devastation, Trump caps refugee numbers to the U.S. at a much small figure, and how America failed at daylight saving 50 years ago.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Chicago Tribune’s Jason Meisner discusses how a judge in Chicago ordered the CBP commander leading operations in the city to report to court daily to brief on the use of force — an order that was paused just before the first check-in.

Police in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, carried out the largest raid against a drug gang in the city’s history, leaving at least 132 dead. AFP reports the action drew swift condemnation.

Plus, a new report suggests how much health-care costs could be about to rise for millions of people, Jamaica begins to assess damage from Hurricane Melissa, and how a new book by Dr. Seuss was discovered.

Correction: On Tuesday, CBP Commander Gregory Bovino was ordered by a federal judge to brief her daily on immigration-enforcement efforts in Chicago. A previous version of this episode stated that Bovino gave his first of those briefings on Wednesday. In fact, he had not yet delivered one before an appeals court on Wednesday paused the judge’s order. Additionally, the number of unfilled Target jobs has been corrected.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Tens of millions of Americans could lose their food stamps by the weekend as a result of the government shutdown. Politico’s Meredith Lee Hill explains why the Trump administration won’t tap an emergency fund to pay for the benefits.

The gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia could determine how Democrats approach key races in 2026. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny breaks down both contests.

Plus, Netanyahu ordered strikes in Gaza, mass layoffs hit major U.S. companies, and why animal actors are having trouble finding work.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump wants to be compensated for damages he says he incurred during the Russia investigation and the case involving his handling of classified documents. Perry Stein, reporter at the Washington Post, breaks down the president’s claims.

Beef has become a political pressure point for the administration as prices remain high. Politico’s Grace Yarrow explains why Trump’s plan to lower costs has angered ranchers — and how it relates to Argentina’s recent elections.

Plus, the largest federal workers’ union called for a clean bill to reopen the government, two new states jumped into the redistricting battle, and why luxury pumpkin porches are all the rage this Halloween.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

More than 170 U.S. citizens have been swept up in Trump’s immigration crackdown. ProPublica’s Nicole Foy describes some of the violent encounters between ICE agents and citizens.

Former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James are fighting criminal cases brought against them by Trump’s Justice Department. Jeremy Roebuck, DOJ reporter at the Washington Post, joins to discuss why the prosecutor might pose a problem for both cases.

Plus, Hurricane Melissa is barreling toward Jamaica and could cause catastrophic damage, two high-profile California Democrats hinted at their political futures, and authorities in Paris arrested two suspects in the Louvre heist.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

This episode was published on Thursday, Oct. 23, when House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries had not yet endorsed Zohran Mamdani. Jeffries did so on Friday, Oct. 24.

As the shutdown continues, Republicans claim that Affordable Care Act subsidies Democrats want renewed would pay for medical care for immigrants who are living in the U.S. illegally. The Washington Post’s David Ovalle explains how the reality is much more complicated.

President Trump pardoned the founder of the world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance. The Wall Street Journal reports that the move likely paves the way for the company to return to the U.S. after it was banned in 2023.

Plus, Silicon Valley persuaded Trump to call off deployment of federal troops to San Francisco, the woman who played the clarinet during brain surgery, and what to expect as the World Series kicks off.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Soybeans have become a central part of the tariff dispute between China and the U.S. The Wall Street Journal’s Patrick Thomas breaks down how American farmers are affected.

Democrat Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late congressman Raúl Grijalva, won a special election to take her father’s old seat but so far hasn’t been sworn in. Axios reports on how Democrats are increasing the pressure on House Speaker Mike Johnson to seat her. ABC News also reports that Arizona officials are suing to have her sworn in.

Plus, why Trump sanctioned Russian oil companies, the U.S. carried out another boat strike in waters off of South America, and how mosquitoes showed up in Iceland.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

In Israel, Vice President JD Vance this week said he is optimistic about the Gaza ceasefire. NPR reports on how his visit comes as Israel changes rules over aid groups working in the region.

Around 200,000 Afghan refugees have come to the U.S. since the war in their country ended. The Washington Post’s John Woodrow Cox tells the story of one man who supported the U.S. during the war but now faces deportation as Trump ends programs created to help Afghans.

Plus, a Trump nominee withdraws after incendiary texts were revealed, the trick to reducing the chances of a peanut allergy, and how one of the NBA’s biggest young stars is getting even bigger.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

As authorities continue the search for the thieves who stole crown jewels from the Louvre, details on the brazen heist are coming to light. The Times reports.

The Supreme Court heard arguments over whether drug users should be allowed to legally own guns. Maureen Groppe, Supreme Court reporter for USA Today, joins to discuss the case — and why the Trump administration is not on the side of gun owners in this time around.

Plus, a federal court allowed Trump to send National Guard troops to Portland, how a new minerals deal between the U.S. and Australia relates to China, and the way new retinal-implant technology is helping some patients recover parts of their vision.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Israeli forces carried out airstrikes in Gaza over the weekend, placing further strain on the fragile ceasefire with Hamas. Enforcement of the ceasefire is now back on, according to AFP, while Axios reports that a U.S. delegation including Vice President JD Vance will be in Israel this week to try to move the deal into the next phase.

A growing number of autistic children are dying after wandering away from their homes or other places. The Washington Post’s Jasmine Golden joins to discuss how some incidents are prompting change at local and state levels.

Plus, mass demonstrations protested President Trump, former Rep. George Santos was released from prison early and says he has a new mission in life, and how thieves made off with priceless jewels from the Louvre.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Candidates in the New York City mayoral race faced off in a debate Thursday night. Vanity Fair’s James Pogue breaks down the rise of leading candidate Zohran Mamdani.

Sports betting has exploded in popularity since the Supreme Court paved the way for states to legalize it in 2018. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Jonathan D. Cohen, author of ‘Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling,’ unpacks what sports betting’s widespread acceptance says about our culture.

Plus, former national-security adviser John Bolton was indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information, why Trump issued a strong warning to Hamas, and the German museum Taylor Swift fans are flocking to.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Journalists from major news outlets refused to sign onto a new policy restricting who they can talk to and what type of information they can report on at the Pentagon. Melissa Korn with the Wall Street Journal explains how the move upends decades of standard practice at the Department of Defense.

An investigation by the Washington Post reveals that the Department of Veterans Affairs’ disability program is fraught with shady and sometimes fraudulent claims. Reporter Craig Whitlock breaks down how the program became a target for fraud.

Plus, a federal judge temporarily blocked the administration’s firing of federal workers during the shutdown, why Trump authorized CIA operations in Venezuela, and a legal battle over Uncrustables.]]>Justices heard arguments Wednesday over a case concerning a key provision of the Voting Rights Act related to congressional district maps in Louisiana. Lawrence Hurley with NBC News discusses how the pending decision could drastically change voting maps in the South.

Journalists from major news outlets refused to sign onto a new policy restricting who they can talk to and what type of information they can report on at the Pentagon. Melissa Korn with the Wall Street Journal explains how the move upends decades of standard practice at the Department of Defense.

An investigation by the Washington Post reveals that the Department of Veterans Affairs’ disability program is fraught with shady and sometimes fraudulent claims. Reporter Craig Whitlock breaks down how the program became a target for fraud.

Plus, a federal judge temporarily blocked the administration’s firing of federal workers during the shutdown, why Trump authorized CIA operations in Venezuela, and a legal battle over Uncrustables.]]>4f281d1b-80c8-463f-a802-0f45145a90f8Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMThttps://apple.news/AJ7J7595DQIyPq8_icTWgBwfull900falseus uk ca au de se fr jp no dk kr es nl br ie mx sa nzWhy Trump is bailing out Argentina for $20 billionPresident Trump met with President Javier Milei of Argentina at the White House to discuss the details of a $20 billion bailout for the financially ailing country. Bloomberg reports that the lifeline hinges on upcoming elections there. Buenos Aires–based journalist Natalie Alcoba joins to discuss the deal and Milei's waning support at home.

New tariffs on timber and furniture took effect this week. CNN’s Matt Egan breaks down how the industry is reacting and what it could all ultimately mean for consumers.

A California man who won a massive Powerball jackpot is using his winnings to buy burned real estate in fire-ravaged Altadena. The Wall Street Journal’s Rebecca Picciotto explains his plans for helping rebuild the community.

Plus, why tensions are rising days into the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, U.S. forces destroyed another boat off the Venezuelan coast, and how the world’s worst men’s soccer team might make the World Cup.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping sparked concerns in financial markets with their latest back-and-forth over tariffs and export restrictions. Politico’s Phelim Kine explains what’s at stake.

Local lawmakers across the country are having trouble passing ethics rules to boost public trust. ProPublica’s Tina Griego joins to discuss how politicians on both sides of the aisle have blocked hundreds of ethics-related bills.

Plus, why some airports are refusing to air a video featuring DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, the latest area to face a potential measles outbreak, and the reason Halloween might be less chocolaty this year.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Thousands of federal workers received layoff notices over the weekend, as the government shutdown continues. The Washington Post reports on how the closure’s impact will start this week to affect the general public in a more significant way.

Trump has described Portland, Oregon, as a war zone as he seeks to deploy National Guard troops there to quell protests against ICE. Zusha Elinson, national reporter for the Wall Street Journal, describes how police reports paint a different picture of what’s going on in the city.

Plus, four people are dead after a mass shooting in South Carolina, the grassroots movement that was built by this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner, and remembering Diane Keaton.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Border czar Tom Homan is required to recuse himself from business dealings with former associates for a year after entering government. ProPublica’s Avi Asher-Schapiro details how Homan remains deeply entrenched and why that may violate ethics rules.

The Wall Street Journal’s David Uberti explains why the recent spike in gold prices is a signal investors are worried about the state of the global economy.

Plus, New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted on bank-fraud and false-statement charges, a federal judge blocked Trump from deploying the National Guard to Illinois, and why your favorite NFL team’s kicker might be hitting longer field goals.

Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

National Guard troops have arrived in Illinois, against the wishes of the governor. The Chicago Sun-Times reports.

John McCormick, national political reporter with the Wall Street Journal, discusses why the Trump administration attacks on renewable energy have zeroed in on wind turbines.

Plus, authorities arrested a man they say is responsible for starting the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, what alternative economic data is saying about the jobs market, and how the world of fancy ketchups and flavored mayos exploded.

Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Supreme Court heard a challenge to a law banning the use of “conversion therapy.” ABC News reports that the justices seem poised to strike such bans down.

The Trump administration approved a new generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone. Natalie Allison, White House reporter for the Washington Post, talks about how the decision has been met with sharp criticism from members of the anti-abortion movement.

Plus, Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with Senate Democrats on Capitol Hill, Denmark became the latest country to announce a social-media ban for kids, and how an off-the-grid scientist learned he had won a Nobel Prize.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The government shutdown and policy changes at FEMA have introduced chaos into the nation’s disaster-preparedness system. The Wall Street Journal’s Scott Patterson discusses how funding and staffing shake-ups are impacting disaster-prone communities.

AI will soon be implemented into a new prior-authorization pilot for Medicare. Lauren Sausser, reporter for KFF Health News, explains how the program will work and why some doctors and lawmakers are concerned over potential delay-and-deny tactics.

Plus, the CDC moves ahead with new rules on COVID vaccines, how hundreds of hikers became trapped on Mount Everest, and why researchers say proper falling techniques can help you live a longer life.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

A new Supreme Court term begins today, and justices are set to decide on cases with massive implications for Trump’s authority over government. Maureen Groppe, Supreme Court reporter at USA Today, discusses them.

The government shutdown continues with no signs of progress on talks. Lauren Weber at the Washington Post talks through some of the Medicare provisions that have become casualties of the deadlock.

Plus, mediators are gathering after Hamas agreed in principle to parts of Trump’s peace deal, Japan is set for its first woman prime minister, and how sketches by Leonardo da Vinci led archaeologists to a big discovery.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Washington Post’s Meg Kelly details how the Trump administration’s freeze on foreign aid sent USAID’s supply chain haywire.

Schools were initially wary of AI in the classroom, but now several of the biggest districts in the country are using chatbots in their lesson plans. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, Vauhini Vara, contributing writer for Bloomberg Businessweek, discusses how some schools have come to embrace AI.

Plus, why Trump declared that the U.S. is in an “armed conflict” with drug cartels, the surprising way the Mormon community came together after last week’s deadly church shooting in Michigan, and how Taylor Swift inspired artists to take control of their music.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

U.S. citizens are pursuing legal action against federal immigration officials following violent interactions. Lauren Villagran, immigration reporter for USA Today, discusses a few of the cases.

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard and team owner Steve Ballmer are accused of circumventing salary cap rules by signing the star forward to a no-show endorsement deal. Leonard and the team deny wrongdoing. The Athletic’s Mike Vorkunov joins to break down the allegations.

Plus, Israeli ships intercepted an aid flotilla headed to Gaza, a two-day internet blackout in Afghanistan, and renowned primatologist Jane Goodall died.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed an unusual gathering of hundreds of U.S. military leaders in Virginia. Idrees Ali, Pentagon reporter for Reuters, joins to talk about what Trump and Hegseth said and some key policy changes coming out of the meeting.

Many TV and radio stations are reeling after Congress passed Trump’s bill gutting federal public-media funding. The Washington Post’s Scott Nover breaks down how it will reshape the airwaves.

Plus, Trump withdrew his pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a judge sided with international students detained by ICE over campus activism, and how scientists tricked skin cells into becoming human eggs.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Supreme Court is preparing to start its new term next week. Lawrence Hurley of NBC News joins to break down how the Trump administration has been emboldened by a string of wins at the court.

A new women’s baseball league is slated to start next year. Reporter Sabreen Dawud, who profiled the league for The 19th, explains why league leadership felt now was the right time to launch.

Plus, Trump and lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to avert a government shutdown, how the EA deal became the biggest buyout in history, and a look at the contenders in this year’s Fat Bear Week.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A shooter opened fire at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan, then set the building on fire. The Detroit Free Press has the latest.

Health experts are trying to clear up misconceptions caused by the Trump administration’s autism announcement last week. Corinne Purtill, health and science reporter at the Los Angeles Times, discusses what scientists say, and what’s really behind rising rates of autism diagnoses.

Plus, New York Mayor Eric Adams dropped his reelection bid, Oregon sued to stop Trump sending troops to Portland, and Team Europe outlasted the U.S. at this year’s rowdy Ryder Cup.

 Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Trump signed an executive order paving the way for TikTok to continue operating in the U.S. Amrith Ramkumar, tech-policy reporter for the Wall Street Journal, breaks down the deal and how the new TikTok will work.

High-profile attacks have fueled fears about political violence in the U.S. Sean Westwood, associate professor of government at Dartmouth College and director of the Polarization Research Lab, joins this week’s Apple News In Conversation to discuss why those fears are often based on misperceptions.

Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of military leaders from around the globe to a rare meeting in Virginia next week, why positive economic growth complicates things for the Fed, and how high-tech mouthguards are keeping rugby players safer.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Noah Robertson, national-security reporter covering Congress for the Washington Post, breaks down how Trump plans to shift $2 billion designated for foreign aid to priorities that fit the White House agenda.

Protests led by Gen Z in Nepal over corruption and a social-media crackdown turned deadly, costing 74 people their lives and the prime minister his job. The Wall Street Journal’s Gabriele Steinhauser joins to discuss the violence and how similar protests have been seen in other countries.

Plus, a super typhoon wrecked havoc across Asia, Jimmy Kimmel’s return racked up big numbers online, and a potentially major breakthrough in treatment for Huntington’s disease.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The Washington Post reports on how Trump took aim at the U.N. in his speech at the organization’s General Assembly.

Iowa has some of the most polluted water in the U.S. Peter Waldman, senior investigative reporter at Bloomberg Businessweek, joins to discuss why there’s no easy fix to the problem, and the role played by big agricultural companies.

Plus, the man charged with attempting to assassinate Trump at his golf course in Florida was found guilty, Amazon is going to court over allegations it duped customers into signing up for its Prime service, and robot umpires are coming to Major League Baseball. 

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The president wants to charge $100,000 for H-1B visas. Andrew Kreighbaum, immigration reporter at Bloomberg Law, discusses how the changes could affect the skilled foreign workers the U.S. relies on.

KFF Health News reporter Cara Anthony tells the story of a man who was pulled off an operating table moments before his organs were to be harvested for donation. The incident highlights growing criticism of the organ transplantation industry.

Plus, Disney is bringing back Jimmy Kimmel, Nvidia struck a huge deal with OpenAI, and how Build-A-Bear is turning nostalgia into stock-market gold.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The CDC’s advisory panel on vaccines gathered last week for a chaotic two-day meeting. Stat reporter Elaine Chen joins to discuss the changes that were made and how the board is moving away from its traditional science-backed approach.

The Washington Post’s Maria Sacchetti breaks down what family separations look like in Trump’s second term, as enforcement ramps up.

Plus, tens of thousands of people attended a memorial for Charlie Kirk; the U.K., Canada, and Australia formally recognized Palestine as a state, and and swimmers took part in the Chicago River’s first organized open-water swim in nearly 100 years.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Congress faces another tight deadline to avoid a government shutdown. Sahil Kapur, senior political correspondent for NBC News, joins to discuss the tensions between Democrats and Republicans this time around.

Some parents of children who died by suicide say AI chatbots played a role in losing their kids, and they’re calling for stronger protections from lawmakers. Washington Post reporter Nitasha Tiku told us their stories.

Plus, the CDC’s vaccine board recommended against a particular combined childhood vaccine, the FTC is suing Ticketmaster over secondary markets, and how drinking less alcohol is helping runners get faster.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Warning: This episode mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Former CDC director Susan Monarez testified before the Senate about her dismissal from the agency. The Washington Post reports that Monarez said she was pressured by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to alter the nation’s childhood-vaccine schedule before being fired.

Alex Ward, national-security reporter at the Wall Street Journal breaks down how Trump could apply more pressure on Netanyahu to end the war but is largely letting the Israeli prime minister chart his own path.

Plus, Jimmy Kimmel was suspended over Charlie Kirk remarks, Jerry from Ben & Jerry’s quit the company, and why Tom Brady’s juggling act as part owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and a Fox Sports analyst is raising questions.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

While the national unemployment rate remains low, there are fewer jobs than expected being added to the market. The Washington Post’s Abha Bhattarai discusses why more people are also dealing with unemployment of six months or more.

Toxic fumes are leaking into airplane cabins more frequently. Ben Katz, aviation reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins to talk about why that is.

Plus, a U.N.-commissioned report accused Israel of committing genocide, ICE apparently violated dozens of federal standards at one of its hastily built detention centers, and the world’s oldest mummies were discovered.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

ProPublica’s Hannah Allam breaks down how the administration is attempting to use sweeping 9/11 anti-terrorism laws as a boost for its deportation efforts.

Kentucky became the first state in the country to make 50-50 custody of children the default in any divorce. Rachel Wolfe, economics reporter at the Wall Street Journal, joins to talk about how the law has helped and hurt some families.

Plus, Israel launched its ground invasion of Gaza City, JD Vance vowed a crackdown on left-wing organizations in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s killing, and the surgeons who put a man’s tooth into his eye to save his vision.

And finally, 100 unforgettable stories from the publishers that power Apple News, which is turning 10 years old today.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

The suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk is not cooperating with authorities, Utah’s governor says. CBS has the latest. And The Atlantic’s Ali Breland, who profiled Kirk last year, reflects on his political evolution.

President Trump wants to disqualify transgender troops from the U.S. military. NPR’s Lauren Hodges breaks down how the administration is using medical records to do it.

Plus, Marco Rubio is meeting with Netanyahu in Israel to discuss the war in Gaza, Pope Leo criticized executive pay in his first interview as pontiff, and everything you should know about last night’s Emmy Awards.

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.