Biggest NYE Celebrations, New Laws in 2026 & Betty Boop Goes Public - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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The news to know for Wednesday, December 31, 2025! We’re talking about New Year’s Eve celebrations—from where the biggest events are happening, to what authorities are doing to ramp up security, and how the weather is expected to impact it all. Also, which state is losing all of its child care funding from the federal government. And how health care is getting more expensive for some Americans, but cheaper for others. Plus: a rundown of significant new laws taking effect tomorrow, a preview of the most iconic college football games, and a new future for several classic characters—from...
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CIA Strikes Venezuela, Flu Season Worsens & Beyoncé’s New Milestone- Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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The news to know for Tuesday, December 30, 2025! We're talking about what could be a dramatic escalation between the Trump administration and Venezuela, and the latest warnings from a dangerous winter weather system in the U.S. We'll also tell you why charges were dropped against an influencer shot in an immigration operation. Plus, what to know about a surge of new flu cases, a wave of cancellations at the Kennedy Center, and the latest milestone for the most decorated artist in Grammy history: Beyoncé. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! Join us every...
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Winter Storm Warnings, Massive Fraud Investigation & Double NYE Ball Drop - Monday, December 29, 2025
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The news to know for Monday, December 29, 2025! We’ll tell you how winter weather is putting millions of Americans on alert, including those trying to get home for the holidays. And why President Trump says peace in Ukraine could be closer than ever. Also, we’re explaining a new FBI investigation into what could be a massive fraud scheme in Minnesota. Plus: how stores are changing the rules for gift returns, how common “AI slop” really is, and why the Times Square ball is dropping twice this New Year’s Eve. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! ...
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Special Edition: Ending 2025 with Good News
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As we wrap up 2025 and head into a new year, we’re taking a moment to focus on something we could all use more of: good news. Branden Harvey from Good Good Good joins us to count down the 10 most popular good news stories of the year. These are stories of kindness, creativity, and community — small acts with big ripple effects — reminding us that good is happening all around us, and that we can all play a part in it. Learn more about our guest(s): Join us again for our 10-minute daily news roundups every Mon-Fri! Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes here: ...
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Largest Epstein Files Release, Holiday Storm Warnings & Road Trip Relief - Wednesday, December 24, 2025
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The news to know for Wednesday, December 24, 2025! We’re talking about the largest batch of Epstein Files released so far. They contain many more mentions of President Trump, though the White House says some are fake. Also, what the U.S. Supreme Court decided about efforts to send the National Guard into an American city. Plus: how some people are now watching the controversial 60 Minutes segment that was pulled from last weekend’s show, who’s most likely to get a holiday bonus from their employer this year, and where Americans are expected to see a white Christmas. Those stories and...
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2026 Migrant Crackdown, ‘Trump-Class’ Warships & First GLP-1 Obesity Pill - Tuesday, December 23, 2025
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The news to know for Tuesday, December 23, 2025! We’re talking about the next push to expand the immigration crackdown in the U.S. in the new year. And why dozens of American diplomats were just removed from their jobs. Also: what to expect from a new “Trump class” of Navy battleships. Plus: approval for a promising new weight-loss pill that’s like Ozempic, controversy surrounding a 60 Minutes episode that hasn’t aired, and new artwork from the elusive street artist Banksy—that seems a bit different from much of his other work. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10...
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Redacted Epstein Files Out, U.S. Targets ISIS & $1.6B Jackpot - Monday, December 22, 2025
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The news to know for Monday, December 22, 2025! We’ll tell you what is and isn’t in the latest big batch of Epstein Files, and why some lawmakers are now talking about impeachment. Also, we’ll recap President Trump’s final rally of the year. And the Trump administration’s latest deal to lower certain drug prices. Plus: what to expect if you’re traveling this Christmas week, how the weather will—or won’t—cooperate with holiday plans, and when you’ll get a chance to win one of the largest jackpots in Powerball history. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10...
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Special Edition: Is the Economy Getting Better or Worse?
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For a lot of Americans right now, the economy feels uncertain. There’s a lot of noise and politics around what’s happening, but what does the data actually show? In this episode, Moody’s Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi breaks down where the U.S. economy really stands, from the job market and inflation to Federal Reserve decisions, trade policy, and the growing role of AI. He explains what matters most for everyday Americans and what he’s watching closely as we head into 2026. Learn more about our guest(s): Join us again for our 10-minute daily news roundups every...
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Murder Manhunt Ends, Trump’s Marijuana Order & TikTok Deal Done - Friday, December 19, 2025
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The news to know for Friday, December 19, 2025! We’ll tell you how the manhunt for a mass shooter finally ended, and how investigators now say he kept killing while they were searching for him. Also: why a judge has now been convicted of a felony in an immigration case. And how the Trump administration is effectively ending transgender care for minors. Plus: historic changes to America’s marijuana rules, a conclusion to the years-long TikTok saga, and which college football teams are competing this weekend for a chance at playoff glory. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10...
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Trump’s End-of-Year Address, ‘50 State Challenge’ & Oscars’ New Era - Thursday, December 18, 2025
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The news to know for Thursday, December 18, 2025! What to know about President Trump’s primetime address to the nation last night—how he rates his first year back in office, and why some say it was the wrong message. Also, why the U.S. is now suing the U.S. Virgin Islands, who is donating to the so-called Trump Accounts this time, and what a new version of history at the White House shows. Plus: what it could mean now that federal funding has been cut to the American Academy of Pediatrics, why the Academy Awards will look very different in a few years, and how music can be like food for...
info_outlineAs we wrap up 2025 and head into a new year, we’re taking a moment to focus on something we could all use more of: good news.
Branden Harvey from Good Good Good joins us to count down the 10 most popular good news stories of the year. These are stories of kindness, creativity, and community — small acts with big ripple effects — reminding us that good is happening all around us, and that we can all play a part in it.
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