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13:42

Democrats won big in the elections. Here’s what you...

Apple News Today ·

2025/11/05

Democrats won big in last night’s election results. Zohran Mamdani won the race for New York mayor, and there were victories in the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races. Plus, California voted Yes on a key redistricting measure. ABC offers key takeaways.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

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15:13

Food aid is cut in half for millions as the shutdown...

Apple News Today ·

2025/11/04

The Trump administration says it will partially restore SNAP food aid to tens of millions of recipients. NPR reports there could be lengthy delays in receiving the benefits.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

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15:29

There are major elections this week. Here’s what to...

Apple News Today ·

2025/11/03

Tuesday is Election Day, and voters are deciding on contests for governor and mayor, and new congressional maps. NPR reports what the results might mean for the larger political atmosphere across the country. 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

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35:10

The little-known official quietly driving Trump’s...

Apple News Today ·

2025/11/01

From From Apple News In Conversation: Russell Vought, the director of the Office of Management and Budget, has become one of the most influential figures shaping Trump’s second term. He’s the main driver of efforts to weaken federal agencies and push through sweeping government layoffs. In a recent piece copublished by ProPublica and the New Yorker, reporter Andy Kroll reveals how Vought’s ideas about federal bureaucracy are being put into action. Kroll joins Apple News In

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14:57

How ties to Epstein finally brought down a disgraced...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/31

King Charles stripped his brother Prince Andrew of his last royal title and will evict him from his mansion. The BBC has the full story.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

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14:49

What the Fed’s latest cut reveals about state of the...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/30

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates again but Fed Chair Jerome Powell had a warning for Wall Street. The Wall Street Journal reports rates are now at their lowest in three years. 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

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14:27

Jamaica’s “storm of the century” inflicts...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/29

Jamaica is contending with the aftermath of a historic hurricane. The BBC reports on the damage.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

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14:30

A massive hurricane bears down on Jamaica today. What...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/28

Hurricane Melissa made made its way toward Jamaica on Tuesday as sustained winds topped 160 mph. The Weather Channel is tracking the storm live.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

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14:39

How Canada’s “Reagan ad” reignited Trump’s trade war

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/27

It’s a big week for international trade as the presidents of the U.S. and China prepare to meet. Bloomberg reports that the two sides have agreed to a framework trade deal. Meanwhile, Trump took punitive measures against Canada over an Ontario government ad that criticized his tariff policy. The Wall Street Journal reports. 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

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32:50

How Zohran Mamdani is already changing politics

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/25

From Apple News In Conversation: Zohran Mamdani is leading New York City’s mayoral race by double digits. But not long ago, the democratic socialist was a relatively unknown state assemblyman. New Yorker staff writer Eric Lach recently profiled Mamdani, tracing his unique biography to his surprise primary win against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Lach joins Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about Mamdani’s sweeping campaign promises, the challenges of governing New York,

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13:54

The FBI stuns the NBA with Mafia-linked charges...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/24

The FBI arrested Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier in a sweeping gambling investigation involving the Mafia. The Athletic’s Zach Harper breaks down the case.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

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13:07

Trump takes a bulldozer to the White House. What to...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/23

Construction crews were seen demolishing large parts of the the East Wing at the White House this week. The work is in preparation for the construction of Trump’s new ballroom. Dan Diamond, White House reporter at the Washington Post, joins to discuss how the president moved ahead on the project with no prior approval. 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

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15:30

Why Elon Musk just went to war with NASA’s chief

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/22

A power struggle is going on at NASA as it struggles to keep one of its most ambitious projects on schedule. Emily Glazer, enterprise reporter at the Wall Street Journal, discusses the back-and-forth over who should lead the agency — and how Elon Musk is involved. 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

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14:34

How an internet outage caused mass disruption across...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/21

A massive outage of Amazon Web Services downed hundreds of popular websites and apps around the world. Ben Goggin from NBC News breaks down how the incident illustrates the interconnected nature of the modern internet. 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

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14:08

Inside Trump’s military action in the Caribbean

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/20

In the Caribbean, U.S. forces struck a seventh boat alleged to have been involved in illegal drug-trafficking. CNN reports on rising tensions in the region, and The Atlantic’s Gisela Salim-Peyer talks about how the Trump administration is attempting to tie Venezuelan leadership directly to these boats. 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

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30:57

The dirty secret behind the hobby costing young men...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/18

From Apple News In Conversation:Sports betting has exploded in the U.S.: The Supreme Court gave states the power to legalize it in 2018, and, by the end of this year, it will be allowed in 39 states and Washington, D.C. In his book Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling, author Jonathan D. Cohen unpacks how this industry got so big and what its rise says about American culture. He spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about the draw and dangers of sports

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13:20

Why both parties are holding out as the shutdown...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/17

As the government shutdown continues, Republicans and Democrats both say the American public is on their side. The Wall Street Journal’s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss the politics keeping the government closed.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

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15:00

How the Supreme Court could reshape the electoral...

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/16

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, senior Supreme Court reporter for 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, deputy bureau chief for

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15:00

Why Trump is bailing out Argentina for $20 billion

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/15

President 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

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15:16

What’s next for the fragile ceasefire

Apple News Today ·

2025/10/14

The first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire is underway as Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners were released Monday. PBS News has stories of the freed hostages. ABC News reports on the big unanswered questions about what comes next. 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

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