Author: Erica Mandy

The news to know for Tuesday, October 21, 2025!

We’re talking about America’s push for peace in both Gaza and Ukraine.

How tragedy may have been avoided at a major American airport, and why part of the White House is being demolished.

Plus: what caused a massive global internet outage, why a new study says fewer children have peanut allergies now, and how squirrels are getting smarter—and busier—this time of year.

 

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The news to know for Monday, October 20, 2025!

We’ll update you on the cease-fire in Gaza after the worst day of violence since President Trump declared peace in the Middle East.

Also, why President Trump released former Congressman George Santos from prison.

And how the Louvre was robbed in just seven minutes—in broad daylight.

Plus: why one British royal is giving up his titles, what new research shows about COVID-19 vaccines and cancer, and how Taylor Swift sparked a windfall for sea otters.

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The federal government is on track for the longest shutdown in U.S. history, and frustration is growing in Washington and across the country.

So why does this keep happening? What’s the real impact so far? And how might it all end?

Jonathan Burks from the Bipartisan Policy Center is here to explain what’s at stake, from which programs are already hit hard and how “essential” workers are chosen, to what it will take to finally bring Washington back to the table.

 

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The news to know for Friday, October 17, 2025!

We’re talking about why the White House thinks peace in Ukraine could be just around the corner.

Also, the criminal charges filed against another one of President Trump’s prominent critics.

And a surprise move for the U.S. military commander in charge of the Caribbean boat strikes.

Plus: the protests that could bring out millions of people across the U.S., the first state-run program to offer a critical life-saving drug, and one man’s year-round effort to make Halloween special for thousands of kids.

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The news to know for Thursday, October 16 2025!

We’ll tell you about the latest vote to secure funding for at least parts of the federal government as the shutdown drags on.

Also, we’re talking about the CIA’s new mission in Venezuela.

And one of the biggest financial takedowns in history.

Plus: Netflix’s latest push into unscripted entertainment, the protein boom that seems to be taking over every aisle of the grocery store, and a Victoria’s Secret fashion show that made history.

 

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The news to know for Wednesday, October 15, 2025!

We’ll tell you what lawmakers are now doing as the government shutdown drags on.

And why the truce in Gaza seems to be growing more fragile.

Also, we’re talking about America’s bailout for Argentina.

And another special honor for conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Plus: the one news outlet that’s now allowed to keep its Pentagon credentials, why Consumer Reports is warning about protein powders and shakes, and how ChatGPT is expanding to include more X-rated content.

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The news to know for Tuesday, October 14, 2025!

We’ll tell you what President Trump is calling a “historic dawn” in the Middle East—and what issues still need to be worked out before the war in Gaza can come to a permanent end.

Also, ripple effects from the government shutdown, as there doesn’t seem to be much interest from either party in crossing the aisle to make a deal.

Plus: there was a—let’s just say—“unique” protest in Portland, what to know about the woman who won the Nobel Peace Prize, and where in the world it’s still the year 2018.

 

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Are our phones rewiring our brains?

Americans now spend more than four hours a day on their phones — and check them hundreds of times without even realizing it. So why is it so hard to stop scrolling, and what is all that screen time actually doing to our brains, our bodies, and our relationships?

Neuroscientist Dr. Julie Fratantoni explains the science behind smartphone addiction — and how we can reverse the damage. Then, psychotherapist and author Shannon Algeo shares practical strategies from his “digital liberation” retreats — including one simple step you can try today that could make a big difference.

 

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The news to know for Friday, October 10, 2025!

We’ll tell you the latest on the breakthrough in the Middle East—from the expected timeline to the role of U.S. troops heading to Israel.

Also, why a judge blocked troops from deploying to Chicago.

And another high-profile figure faces federal charges.

Plus: a new investigation into Tesla’s self-driving mode, a rival Super Bowl halftime show meant to take on Bad Bunny, and the story of two animals with an unlikely friendship.

 

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The news to know for Thursday, October 9, 2025!

We’ll tell you about a cease-fire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas that’s being called “Phase One” of President Trump’s plan—what’s included, what’s still unclear, and what’s expected next.

Also, President Trump is calling for two Democrats to be jailed.

And months after that deadly fire in the L.A. area, there’s been an arrest.

Plus: the excitement—and uproar—since OpenAI’s latest app launched, vending machines are coming for prescription medications, and another week, another Taylor Swift record.

 

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