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Your daily dose of clarity in a noisy world. Every day, we break down the biggest news stories — fast, factual, and easy to understand. Whether it’s global headlines, politics, tech, or culture, we give you the context you need in just a few minutes. Stay informed. Stay ahead. Every day with Today Explains.

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5:17

Hosts mock Democrats' outrage over White House...

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2025/10/24

President Donald Trump's demolition of the White House East Wing to build a new, privately funded ballroom. This comes amid a broader defense from the White House and congressional Republicans, who have characterized the criticism as "fake outrage".Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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6:04

'This is going to hurt us' U.S. ranchers push back on...

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2025/10/23

Cattle ranchers in the U.S. are expressing significant pushback against President Trump's plan to import more beef from Argentina, fearing it will negatively impact their profits and destabilize domestic markets. The proposal, framed by the administration as a way to lower record-high consumer beef prices, has been met with bipartisan criticism and frustration.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay

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6:14

Why millions of Americans are facing a spike in...

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2025/10/23

Millions of Americans are facing a spike in healthcare costs due to several interconnected factors, including the expiration of federal health insurance subsidies, persistent medical inflation, and the growing expense of prescription drugs. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:07

Trump's push for peace tested as Putin meeting called...

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2025/10/23

Recent events surrounding the wars in Ukraine and Gaza have challenged President Donald Trump's peace-making efforts. A scheduled meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin has been called off, and a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza has shown cracks. This has highlighted the difficulties and complexities of resolving both conflicts.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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6:57

What to know about the withdrawn Trump nominee who...

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2025/10/23

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Office of Special Counsel (OSC), withdrew his nomination on October 21, 2025, after reports revealed inflammatory text messages he allegedly sent in a private group chat. In one text from January 2024, Ingrassia reportedly wrote that he had "a Nazi streak".Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:40

French ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy goes to jail

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2025/10/21

Sarkozy was handed a five-year prison sentence on September 25, 2025, with an order to begin serving time immediately, even though he is appealing the conviction. The crime: A Paris court found him guilty of conspiring to use illegal funds from the government of former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi for his 2007 presidential campaign. The judges cited the "exceptional gravity" of the offense, stating that Sarkozy used his position as interior minister to help arrange corruption at the highest level

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5:25

Author Nicholas Sparks teams up with director M....

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2025/10/21

Authors Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan collaborated on a new supernatural romantic thriller titled Remain, which has been released as both a novel and an upcoming film. The project is based on an original story the two developed together. The novel, Remain: A Supernatural Love Story, was co-written by Sparks and Shyamalan and was released in October 2025.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay

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5:01

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles as scandals drag on

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2025/10/20

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5:30

Trump commutes prison sentence of former Rep. George...

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2025/10/20

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5:08

Ukraine's medical units saving lives on the front...

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2025/10/19

On the front lines in Ukraine, medical units are battling against drone warfare, intense shelling, and logistical challenges to save lives. They operate in precarious, mobile stabilization points near combat zones, and have adapted their techniques to the unique threats of modern warfare.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:45

Why did the public viewing of Kenya's Odinga turn...

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2025/10/19

Violent clashes and deadly stampedes occurred during the public viewing of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga's body in Nairobi on October 16 and 17, 2025, due to overwhelming crowds, security forces firing tear gas and live ammunition, and underlying political tensions.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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7:15

Russian citizens banned from voting in Estonian...

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2025/10/19

Estonia has banned Russian citizens and other non-EU foreign nationals from voting in its local elections. This constitutional amendment was approved by the Estonian parliament in March 2025 and first took effect during the local elections held on Sunday, October 19, 2025.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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6:09

Mamdani taps Trump style for Dem surge

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2025/10/19

Similar to Trump's focus on his working-class base, Mamdani's campaign emphasizes economic issues such as the rising cost of living. His primary victory over the well-funded and established Andrew Cuomo highlighted the effectiveness of this approach.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:36

How the health care fight could affect how much you pay

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2025/10/19

Current debates over health care policy could significantly increase how much you pay for insurance and medical services in 2026. Key policy changes being fought over include the expiration of enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans, a new formula for calculating insurance costs, and cuts to federal programs like Medicaid. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news

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6:38

New details on White House pressure campaign inside...

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2025/10/19

Recent reporting from mid-October 2025 details a renewed pressure campaign from the current Trump administration on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to pursue cases against political rivals. This follows revelations from the House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack concerning a separate campaign to overturn the 2020 election.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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6:33

Billionaire Illinois governor wins $1.4 million...

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2025/10/18

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker won $1.4 million playing blackjack during a trip to Las Vegas. Pritzker, a billionaire and heir to the Hyatt hotel fortune, has confirmed the winnings. The news has drawn significant attention due to his status as a prominent political figure and his immense personal wealth.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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6:10

Government shutdown continues and Grijalva's...

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2025/10/18

Republicans and Democrats remain deadlocked over federal spending levels, with Democrats pushing for enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies to avoid a sharp increase in health insurance premiums.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:18

How 3 real estate moguls helped secure the Gaza...

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2025/10/18

Following an October 2025 ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, reports indicate that real estate moguls Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, and President Donald Trump used their deal-making approach to influence negotiations. The trio's involvement has drawn both praise and criticism.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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7:19

Israel says Rafah crossing won't reopen for aid

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2025/10/16

Israel has stated that the Rafah crossing will not reopen for humanitarian aid, though it is preparing with Egypt to potentially reopen the crossing for the movement of people. The Israeli Defense Ministry agency (COGAT) affirmed that aid will continue to enter Gaza through other checkpoints, such as Kerem Shalom.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday.

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5:42

'Large scale' Chinese spying in UK, says witness in...

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2025/10/16

Following the collapse of a UK espionage trial, recently published witness statements from the UK's Deputy National Security Adviser (DNSA), Matt Collins, described Chinese intelligence services as "highly capable" and conducting "large scale espionage operations" against the UK. These activities were said to "threaten the UK's economic prosperity and resilience and the integrity of our democratic institutions". Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news

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