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Join Shumita Basu every weekday morning as she guides you through some of the most fascinating stories in the news — and how the world’s best journalists are covering them.

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31:00

The unique power of an American pope

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/25

From Apple News In Conversation: Nearly a year ago, Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, the first pope in history from the U.S. His papacy so far has been relatively calm — until recent weeks, when a sharp public conflict with President Trump over the Iran war thrust him onto the political stage. Scott Detrow, host of NPR’s All Things Considered and coauthor of the upcoming American Pope: Leo XIV’s Road From the South Side of Chicago to Vatican City, joins guest host Sam Sanders to

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16:12

Iran’s leaders are holding out against Trump. Is this...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/24

Iran’s new supreme leader hasn’t been seen or heard since being named his father’s successor. Lee Keath of the Associated Press explains why it’s difficult to know who exactly in the regime is in charge.Candidates for California governor squared off in a debate this week. Politico’s Melanie Mason joins to discuss why the departure of Eric Swalwell following allegations of sexual assault still lingers over the race. Pope Leo wrapped his tour of Africa and urged the U.S

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16:44

The U.S. and Iran are seizing tankers in a dangerous...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/23

Iran and the U.S. are targeting ships in the Strait as both sides enforce their blockades. The Washington Post’s Michael Birnbaum discusses why peace will be so difficult to achieve.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attended a marathon of congressional hearings, and one Republican vented frustration about his leadership. The Associated Press’s Ali Swenson explains. The U.N.’s process of selecting a new leader is under way, and there are far fewer candidates this time around. Alexandra Sharp of Foreign Policy

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15:55

Trump extends ceasefire — but Iran still won’t talk

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/22

President Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. Aamer Madhani of the Associated Press details what may come next.Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee to be the next Federal Reserve chair, appeared before the Senate Banking Committee. Politico’s Victoria Guida dissects his testimony. Some estimates say immigrants pay up to $60 billion in taxes to the government. The Washington Post’s Marissa Lang joins to discuss how Trump’s immigration

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14:54

Inside the high-stakes referendum that every Democrat...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/21

Voters in Virginia head to the polls today to decide whether to redraw the state’s congressional voting map. VPM’s Jahd Kahlil explains where the campaigns stand.Following multiple hostile comments by President Trump about NATO, European nations are working on a fallback plan should the U.S. leave the alliance. The Wall Street Journal’s Bojan Pancevski joins to discuss what it might look like. FIFA and transportation officials in New Jersey are in a standoff over who should foot

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15:13

Trump wanted peace talks. Now the U.S. has seized an...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/20

U.S. forces seized an Iranian ship in the Gulf of Oman. Michelle Price of the Associated Press assesses what it means for potential peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s term is up in May. The Wall Street Journal’s Nick Timiraos explains the political tug-of-war over his successor. The portal for businesses to claim refunds for tariffs the Supreme Court ruled illegal goes live Monday. Tim Aeppel of Reuters joins to discuss why some businesses are

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27:59

How to make nostalgia your psychological superpower

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/18

From Apple News In Conversation:The 1990s are back — especially for Gen Z. CDs, flip phones, and ’90s beauty trends are all having a moment among people in their teens and 20s. To understand why this generation is nostalgic for a past they didn’t experience, Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders talks with psychologist Clay Routledge. Routledge is the author of Past Forward: How Nostalgia Can Help You Live a More Meaningful Life and executive vice president and COO at

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14:52

Why Republicans are split over a major spying tool

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/17

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is now in effect. Reuters reports on new comments from President Trump signaling more talks this weekend.FISA 702, a major tool for the U.S. spy apparatus, will expire on Monday without more intervention from Congress. NPR’s Eric McDaniel explains why lawmakers on both sides worry the provision might lead to warrantless surveillance of Americans. President Trump has implemented a ban on certain students from Africa. The Wall Street Journal’s

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16:10

States took on Ticketmaster in a blockbuster case —...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/16

The U.S. blockade at the Strait of Hormuz has brought traffic in the waterway to even more of a standstill. The Washington Post’s Júlia Ledur explains how geography aides Iran’s efforts to control the vital passageway.Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo have drawn condemnation from global leaders and members of the president’s base. Joshua McElwee of Reuters joins to discuss why this could be a seminal moment for the U.S. Catholic Church. A court ruled that concert giant Live

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16:00

It’s Tax Day. Why some could be tempted to cheat this...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/15

Today is the deadline to file a federal tax return. The Wall Street Journal’s Richard Rubin joins to discuss what to know about Tax Day after Trump’s moves to shrink the IRS.The U.S. hosted talks between Israel and Lebanon at the White House on Tuesday. Simon Lewis of Reuters breaks down how those discussions play into larger peace talks to end the Iran war. After the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, dozens of abortion clinics shut down in states where the practice is still legal

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15:27

How two lawmakers were ousted over sexual-misconduct...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/14

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales and Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell are quitting Congress over sexual misconduct allegations. Sahil Kapur of NBC News explains how the threat of expulsion is forcing them out. Trump’s blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has taken effect. Politico’s Sam Sutton assesses the growing impact of the Iran war on the U.S. economy. The Wall Street Journal’s Juan Forero reveals how investors are eyeing up Venezuela. Plus, the DOJ charged a man with attempting to

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17:07

How one of Trump’s and Putin’s closest allies abroad...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/13

Hungaryian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, an ally of President Trump, was ousted from office in yesterday’s election. The Economist looks at the results. U.S. Central Command said it will impose a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz after weekend negotiations with Iran failed to produce a deal. Phil Stewart of Reuters joins to discuss where talks could go next. Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell quit his campaign to be California governor after allegations of sexual assault. Alexei Koseff of the San

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25:23

Why so many people are falling in love with AI chatbots

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/11

From Apple News In Conversation:A medieval-monster slayer. A tiny alien named Roscoe. A talking plate of spaghetti. These are just a few of the customizable companions available through AI-chatbot apps like Kindroid, Tolan, and Character.AI. In her latest piece for the New Yorker, journalist Anna Wiener explores the rapidly expanding world of these products and the people who use them. She joins Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders to talk about the users she met who are in

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16:57

A ceasefire was declared. This weekend could...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/10

Israel’s strikes on Lebanon threaten the ceasefire with Iran. And Bloomberg’s Andrea Palasciano looks at President Trump’s difficult meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte.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

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14:42

Trump hailed the ceasefire deal — but cracks are...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/09

The ceasefire deal between the U.S., Israel, and Iran is already showing signs of fraying. Avi Salzman from Barron’s tells us there’s little sign of movement in the Strait of Hormuz. 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

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15:13

Trump announces a ceasefire with Iran. What to know.

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/08

President Trump announces a two-week ceasefire with Iran, pulling back from threats he made earlier in the day. Phil Stewart from Reuters explains what we know — and don’t know — about the deal. 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

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12:47

Trump’s latest deadline for a deal looms. Iran has...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/07

President Trump says today’s deadline for Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz is firm. Will Weissert of The Associated Press details the latest.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

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14:13

New threats and a rescue in Iran: what to know after...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/06

American forces pulled off a daring rescue of a downed U.S. airman in Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s Shelby Holliday breaks down the chain of events.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

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31:20

He said yes to an IT job. He ended up enslaved in a...

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/04

From Apple News In Conversation:Last June, journalist Andy Greenberg received an anonymous email from someone claiming to be trapped inside a scam compound in Southeast Asia. The source, using the pseudonym Red Bull, said he had access to a trove of internal materials exposing the inner workings of the criminal operation — and that he was willing to risk his life to share them. Greenberg has now published Red Bull’s story in Wired. He joins Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam

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15:29

Pam Bondi was a Trump loyalist. He fired her anyway.

Apple News Today ·

2026/04/03

Pam Bondi is out as President Trump’s attorney general. Semafor’s Shelby Talcott joins to discuss why the president became frustrated with Bondi’s job performance. 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

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