The Headlines
Episodes
How the Kremlin Gets the Election Results It Wants, and R.F.K. Jr. Rallies Vaccine Skeptics
The White House is exploring a "carrot" strategy of business deals with Russia to end the Ukraine war, contrasting with new U.
The Deadly Choice Facing Many Gazans, and a New Disclosure of “Concerning” A.I. Behavior
This episode covers a deadly building collapse in Gaza, the Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in three years to combat inflation, and OpenAI's disclosure of concerning AI model behaviors.
Fuel Riots Spread Around the World, and Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel
Global energy price spikes driven by the Iran war have sparked protests and fuel shortages worldwide, while the U.
New Poll Shows Democrats Have Midterms Momentum, and Trump Calls A.I. Fears ‘a Hoax’
The Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to restrict mail-in voting, a major loss for the president but a win for voting rights groups.
The Escalating Warnings About A.I., and the Rise of a Deadly New Street Drug
This episode explores the escalating debate over AI safety, featuring a viral warning from a former Anthropic researcher and calls for regulatory action from lawmakers and industry leaders.
What JD Vance Knew About the War, and New Warnings About A.I.
This episode examines Vice President JD Vance’s direct communications with military commanders, revealing private concerns about US munitions…
Trump Dangles $5,000 Payments if Republicans Win, and Deportees Are Stranded in Haiti
President Trump kicked off the GOP midterm convention in Dallas, urging high voter turnout and proposing a $5,000 "Trump Dividend" for adults if Republicans retain Congress.
Why Trump Is Gathering Republicans in Texas, and Iran Targets U.S. Warships
This episode covers President Trump’s unusual midterm convention in Dallas, noting high ticket prices and the absence of key Republicans wary of his low approval ratings.
Why the Pentagon Is Doing Polygraphs, and Officials Prepare to Release Huge Set of 9/11 Documents
This episode covers three Trump administration updates: mass polygraph tests at the Pentagon to find leaks, a proposed childcare subsidy change…
A Surge of Russian Sabotage Attacks in Europe, and Musk’s Political War Chest
This episode covers escalating Russian sabotage attacks in Europe, including drone strikes and infrastructure damage, which challenge NATO’s response strategies.
U.S. Attack Hits Iranian Wedding, and Influencers Are Being Quietly Paid to Talk Politics
This episode covers a US airstrike on an Iranian wedding, the rise of undisclosed paid political influencers, and the Lindsey Clancy murder trial highlighting maternal mental health.
Russia’s New Push to Torment Kyiv, and a Whistle-Blower’s Warning on Mail-In Voting
The episode covers escalating Russian drone attacks in Kyiv, a USPS whistleblower alleging defiance of court orders regarding mail-in voting, and…
The Supreme Court’s Secret Documents, and an Unusual Order From the C.D.C. Director
The episode examines the Supreme Court’s secrecy regarding justices’ working papers and its use of the shadow docket.
The Navy’s Supply Chain Struggle, and Trump’s Unusual Oil Deal in Venezuela
The episode covers escalating U.
Six Months of War, and Trump’s Push for ‘Lake America’
This episode examines the stalled US-Israeli offensive against Iran, noting rising economic hardship and repression within the country.
ICE Arrests Soar Across U.S., and Meta Agrees to Make Major Changes to Instagram and Facebook
This episode covers record-breaking ICE arrests under the Trump administration, highlighting a surge in detentions of non-criminals.
Hegseth’s Army Purge, and Polling Chaos in the Midterms
This episode covers Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s purge of senior Army leadership, leaving the service rudderless amid concerns over readiness and ideology.
An Alarming New Study About Brain Injuries in Football, and How States Are Paying Millions for Rain
A new study reveals that at least one in four NFL players have CTE, sparking debate on football safety.
Canada Is ‘at War’ With U.S. Over Tariffs, and U.S.P.S. Publishes Plan to Restrict Ballots
Canadian PM Mark Carney declares a trade war with the U.
U.S.S. Lincoln Begins 13,000-Mile Journey Home, and the Shortage That Could Take Down the Grid
This episode covers President Trump’s shift toward economic warfare against Iran, his appointment of political allies as federal inspectors general,…
$40,047,425,768,420 in U.S. Debt, and an Experimental Vaccine for Skin Cancer
This episode covers the U.
How Tech Executives Limit Their Kids’ Screen Time, and Trump’s Race to Finish His Ballroom
This episode covers Meta’s trial over youth addiction claims, with states seeking $200 billion in penalties.
Trump’s $47 Billion-Dollar Border Wall Plan, and Why a Tupac Murder Trial Is Starting After 30 Years
The episode covers the Trump administration pausing border construction in Big Bend National Park amid backlash, while Canada negotiates to avoid new U.
U.S. and Iran Blow Past War Deadline, and the Rise of Islamophobia in Texas
This episode covers the failed U.
Concerns Grow Over Conditions on Aircraft Carrier, and Trump Pushes New Hacking Effort
This episode covers deteriorating conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, prompting Defense Secretary Hegseth to deny reports of poor morale and living standards.
ICE’s Plan to Give Officers Electric Stun Gloves, and a Siege on Palestinian Homes
The New York Times Headlines covers DHS’s $464 million no-bid purchase of unused deportation planes and plans to equip officers with stun gloves.
Key Takeaways From This Week’s Primaries, and the Deportees Stuck in ‘No Man’s Land’
Officials Reveal a Secret Ruse to Evacuate Trump, and the F.D.A. Takes On a Food Safety Loophole
This episode covers President Trump’s deceptive flight to the UK using a decoy plane amid Iran threats, RFK Jr.
How Cameras Can Track Every Car in the U.S., and Iran’s Catch-22
This episode examines the rise of Flock’s license plate reader network, highlighting privacy concerns and grassroots opposition despite law enforcement support.
Trump Targets Birthright Citizenship Again, and Activists Describe Abuse in Israeli Custody
This episode covers President Trump’s executive orders restricting birthright citizenship and a new CIA task force targeting Cuba.
A New Plan for Closer U.S.-Israel Military Cooperation, and the First mRNA Flu Vaccine
This episode covers a congressional proposal to replace annual U.
A Growing Data Center Pollution Threat, and the Last of the Jan. 6 Cases
The New York Times covers the tight Michigan Senate primary, where progressive Abdul El-Sayed leads moderate Haley Stevens amid heavy AIPAC spending.
The New Deal That Could Lock in Iran’s Control of the Strait, and the $7 Billion Trump’s Not Spending
This episode covers a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, granting Iran control and sparking political tension within the Trump administration.
New Limits on Trump’s I.R.S. Deal, and Prosecutors Say Reflecting Pool Work Was ‘Botched’
This episode covers the Trump administration’s reversal on a controversial IRS immunity deal and the dropping of vandalism charges regarding the DC reflecting pool.
A Cyberattack on U.S. Water Systems, and the Growing Threat of Falling Space Junk
This episode covers Trump’s announcement of a Hamas disarmament roadmap in Gaza, an alleged Iranian cyberattack on U.
How the War With Iran Is Widening, and U.S. Hospitals See a Surge of Uninsured Patients
The episode covers the escalation of U.
ICE Arrests Surge at Airports, and Fauci’s Private Diary Faces Scrutiny
The New York Times Headlines covers ICE’s expanded airport arrests targeting visa holders and Dr.
Democratic Party Faces Debt and Disarray, and Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations in Europe
This episode covers record-breaking wildfires in France and Spain, displacing hundreds of thousands amid rising temperatures.
U.S. Pauses Iran Strikes Amid Growing Risks, and Measles Cases Hit a New Record
The episode covers President Trump halting escalation against Iran due to munition shortages and political risks, alongside a record measles outbreak in the US amid vaccine hesitancy.