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Vice President Kamala Harris is heading off on a reproductive rights bus tour. The families of Israeli hostages have called a recent apology from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lies and spin. Dozens of people have been killed in a Russian strike on a military educational facility. A suspect is in custody after four people were killed while they were sleeping on a train in Chicago. And, NASA is hoping robots can answer key questions about rising sea levels.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is digging in as hundreds of thousands of protestors called for the government to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal. Vice President Kamala Harris is trying to get support from the unions. A hotel workers strike has entered its third day across the US. Pope Francis has landed in Indonesia after flying 13 hours for a historic tour. Plus, Hollywood says goodbye to a 50s heartthrob.

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A group representing the families of hostages in Gaza has urged protesters to stay on the streets in Israel, even as a court has ordered a nationwide strike to stop. Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are campaigning hard in battleground states as mail-in voting begins this week. Seven people were killed in a bus crash on a highway in Mississippi this weekend. A far-right party has won a state election in Germany for the first time since the Nazi era. Plus, a standoff between DirecTV and Disney has left millions of sports fans in the dark.

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A nationwide strike is underway across Israel, aiming to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to agree to a ceasefire and hostage release deal. Both campaigns in the 2024 presidential race are focusing on key battlegrounds and taking swipes at each other. More than 10,000 hotel workers across the US began striking during the Labor Day long weekend. Ukraine launched one of its biggest ever drone attacks on Russia over the weekend. Plus, a record night - and morning - at the US Open.

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With just days until the first mail-in ballots are sent to voters, both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have released few specifics about their policy proposals. In this episode, we examine what we do know about two key issues: the economy and immigration. 

Guest: Phil Mattingly, CNN Chief Domestic Correspondent

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Two male flamingos coupled up and achieved a rare feat: successfully hatching an egg together. An MLB catcher made some kids’ days by showing up to play wiffle ball. The FDA just cleared a new device that could stop severe bleeding in seconds and potentially save countless lives. The world’s oldest man celebrated his birthday this week. Plus, eight marching bands from HBCUs showcased their skills at the 10th annual National Battle of the Bands.

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Former President Donald Trump says he’s voting “no” on a Florida amendment that would protect the right to have an abortion until a fetus is viable. California’s legislature became the first in the country to pass a bill banning several artificial dyes in foods served at public schools. Ukraine’s president has fired his Air Force chief following news that a US-made F-16 fighter jet crashed, killing one of the country’s top pilots. One of two doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry’s death appeared in court today. Plus, a Brazilian Supreme Court judge ordered Elon Musk’s social media platform to be suspended in the country.

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We start with some key lines from CNN’s interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Some neighborhoods in southern Gaza are in ruins after Israel allowed some residents to return. We’ll tell you about the latest twist in the legal saga made famous by a true crime podcast. A neighbor suspected of killing a missing California couple at a nudist resort is being held on murder charges. And, the NHL is mourning the tragic death of a star player and his brother. 

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We'll take a look at how Vice President Kamala Harris performed in her first major interview of her campaign. Both Harris and former President Donald Trump are campaigning and making promises about reproductive rights. The Fed's preferred inflation gauge did better than expected last month. A US charity says one of its convoys in Gaza was hit by an Israeli airstrike. And, we'll tell you what weather you can expect this Labor Day weekend.

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Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced challenging questions in their CNN interview last night. Former President Donald Trump is trying move his New York state criminal trial to federal court, and delay his sentencing. The UN says it's ready to vaccinate children in Gaza when a series of pauses in fighting start this weekend. There's been a shock defeat at the US Open. Plus, two women face backlash for locking a noisy toddler in an airplane bathroom.

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We'll bring you the key moments from CNN's interview with Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Former President Donald Trump says the government or insurance companies will pay for IVF treatments if he's elected. It's going to be a busy week for Labor Day travel, but lower gas prices might take the sting out of it. Ukraine is trying to convince the US to let it use American weapons to strike inside Russian territory after another night of deadly Russian airstrikes. Plus, Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set to finally return to Earth next week.

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We start by previewing Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz’s exclusive joint interview with CNN that airs tonight. Israel has agreed to a series of pauses in its attacks in Gaza for a polio vaccine drive. A man suspected of killing four University of Idaho students wants to move his trial to a different county. We’ll tell you which two states are experiencing their worst droughts on record. Plus, a New York Giants rookie will wear the first retired jersey number in NFL history.

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The US Army has rebuked former President Donald Trump’s campaign over an incident at Arlington National Cemetery this week. A Justice Department watchdog released a report about the FBI’s handling of child sexual abuse allegations. A US-made F-16 fighter jet crashed, killing a top Ukrainian pilot. Severe turbulence forced a United Airlines flight to make an emergency landing. And, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since May 2023.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is sitting down with CNN today for her first off script interview with a major news outlet, as new polling shows how close the race is in key states. The US economy grew at a better rate than we thought last quarter. The CDC wants you to check your fridge amid a deadly listeria outbreak. A new poll lays out how Americans feel about US military aid for Israel, while the death toll rises from Israel's operation in the West Bank. And, the 2024 Paralympics get underway after a spectacular opening ceremony in Paris.

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Former President Donald Trump is facing some backlash over his visit to Arlington National Cemetery earlier this week. Top US and Chinese officials have wrapped up 3 days of talks focused on improving communications. We'll take a look at how President Joe Biden has affected the judiciary system during his time in office. Three student football players have died since the start of the school year. Plus, the forecast is in for this fall.

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The 2024 presidential candidates are stepping up their campaigning in key battleground states. The CDC is warning people not to eat recalled Boar’s Head deli meat because of an ongoing deadly listeria outbreak. French authorities are now formally investigating the founder of Telegram, we'll tell you why his arrest has been so controversial. Nearly 4 million people have been urged to evacuate parts of Japan to escape Typhoon Shanshan. Plus, federal regulators have grounded a SpaceX rocket after a wayward landing.

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The FBI shared new details about their investigation of the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. The US Supreme Court declined a request to lift a block on President Joe Biden’s latest student loan repayment plan. A former Nevada politician has been found guilty of murder in the death of a Las Vegas investigative reporter. We’ll tell you about an emerging threat that has health officials sounding an alarm. Plus, the number of 401(k) millionaires in the US has reached a record high.

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Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz kick off their bus tour in Georgia on the heels of the Democratic National Convention. The US sanctioned an Israeli group and an individual for allegedly supporting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. One southwest African country has a plan to help alleviate the impacts of drought. Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway reached a major milestone on Wall Street. And, we’ll tell you about the accident that has one museum in Israel picking up the pieces.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning in Georgia today, as she tries to gain support in the key battleground state. An oil tanker that was attacked by militants is reportedly still on fire and could be leaking oil. 24 Republican led states want the Supreme Court to stop a rule that aims to cut methane emissions. Telegram's founder has been released from police custody and taken to court for questioning. And, parental stress is highlighted as a public health concern.

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The 2024 race continues to twist and turn, with former President Donald Trump facing a new indictment and Vice President Kamala Harris finally doing a sit down interview. CNN has learnt new details about an Iranian hacking operation that has US officials on edge. Palestinian officials are describing deadly Israeli raids and airstrikes in the occupied West Bank as an "escalation". AT&T says it's fixed an issue that caused outages yesterday. And, house affordability is improving in the US, but not everywhere.

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Former President Donald Trump is facing a new, reworked indictment over January 6th and alleged election interference. Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Governor Tim Walz will sit down with CNN for their first joint interview. The Israeli military has carried out deadly raids and airstrikes in the occupied West Bank. SpaceX has once again delayed the launch of a daring mission. And, the 2024 Paralympic Games get underway in Paris.

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Former President Donald Trump says he’s accepted the rules to debate Vice President Kamala Harris next month. Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed a revised indictment in the federal election subversion case against Trump. A mother accused of killing her husband with a lethal dose of fentanyl in March 2022 has been ordered to stand trial. The Kremlin is trying to calm fears over the security of a popular messaging app following the arrest of its CEO in France over the weekend. Plus, severe drought is affecting the drinking water in one tourist hotspot.

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We start with a warning about the risk of a nuclear accident at a Russian power plant. We’ll tell you about the impact deadly flooding is having in Sudan and Nigeria. Consumer confidence improved for a second month straight, but concerns over the labor market linger. IBM is cutting jobs in China. And, Mariah Carey shared tragic news about the loss of two family members.

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The Israeli military says it's rescued a man who was taken hostage by Hamas more than 10 months ago on October 7th. While they fight over rules for the presidential debate, Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump air new ads on key issues. Ukraine's President says he'll lay out his peace plan for President Joe Biden. A Rice University student has been found dead in an apparent murder-suicide. And, a new, cheaper version of a weight loss drug is on the market.

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Legal issues connected to the 2024 election continue to crop up, while Latino advocates in Texas say they were targeted in an election integrity probe. How about this for DEK 2: Aid delivery to Gaza is being paused after the Israeli military issued new evacuation orders, which could also affect a polio vaccination drive. The UN Secretary General is warning of a worldwide catastrophe that's putting Pacific islands in danger. Mark Zuckerberg says the Biden administration pressured Meta to censor Covid-19 content back in 2021. Plus, SpaceX has delayed the launch of a mission aiming to pull off the first commercial spacewalk.

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Special Counsel Jack Smith is fighting to get his classified documents case against former President Donald Trump back up and running. Some schools are finishing classes early because of dangerous heat and humidity from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic. Russia hit Ukraine with another round of strikes overnight. An immigration policy that could have impacted more than 550,000 people in the US has been paused just a week after it started accepting applications. Plus, Noel and Liam Gallagher have put aside their differences and announced an Oasis tour.

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Former President Donald Trump appeared to cast doubt about whether a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris would take place next month during a campaign event in Detroit, Michigan today. Talks for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are expected to continue this week. Russia launched a wave of deadly missile strikes on Ukraine overnight. A trial date has been set for some of Trump’s allies charged in the Arizona election interference case. Plus, we have details on the iPhone 16 rollout.

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As parts of the US brace for record temperatures this week, a new study underscores the dangers of extreme heat. A new congressional task force is visiting the site of the recent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. US leaders are marking three years since a suicide bombing killed 13 American service members during the withdrawal from Afghanistan. We’ll tell you about an ice cave that collapsed while tourists were exploring it. And, more Red Lobster restaurants are on the chopping block.

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Former President Donald Trump appeared to undercut his campaign’s efforts to keep the same rules in place for his debate against Vice President Kamala Harris next month. The US is optimistic about where negotiations stand for a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas. Mortgage rates are falling in the US, but the drop could be a double-edged sword for home buyers. The captain of the luxury yacht that sank off the coast of Sicily last week is under investigation. Plus, NASA says Boeing's Starliner astronauts will return to Earth on a different spacecraft.

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Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza continue in Cairo, after a weekend of escalating tensions in the Middle East. A judge in Arizona is set to hear arguments today that may decide whether several allies of former President Donald Trump could face prison time. A person is dead and several others injured after a landslide hit Ketchikan, Alaska, with officials warning another could strike nearby. Russia has launched a deadly and massive missile and drone attack at Ukraine, aimed at the country's energy infrastructure. Plus, how your ZIP code could determine your dementia diagnosis.

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Hezbollah and Israel appear to be backing off after the two traded strikes over the weekend. The body of a missing hiker has been found as hundreds of rescues have been taking place in Grand Canyon National Park. Meta says an Iranian-backed hacker group is targeting people with political and diplomatic connections. The founder and CEO of Telegram has been arrested in Paris. Plus, Americans are estimated to spend nearly $39 billion on back-to-school shopping this year, which is actually a pull-back from last year.

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A series of new rules have gone into effect that overhaul the way Realtors get paid to help people buy and sell their homes. In this episode, we’ll explain what prospective homebuyers and sellers need to know – and why some Realtors are worried the changes could prompt their colleagues to leave the industry. 

Guest: Samantha Delouya, CNN Business Writer

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TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year invented a potential treatment for skin cancer. A mother delivered her baby on the side of a highway in Colorado with help from 911. Scientists developed a new light-absorbing material that can turn everyday objects into solar panels. Thousands of people showed up to an open casting call in New Jersey for Happy Gilmore 2. Plus, the city that has so many street cats, adoring locals have set up a museum dedicated to them.

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Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suspended his campaign and thrown his support behind former President Donald Trump. Israel has made it clear that even if a ceasefire deal is reached, it could end up only lasting weeks before war in Gaza resumes. A tropical storm is approaching Hawaii. Taliban rulers have banned the sound of women’s voices in some spaces. And, we’ll tell you what experts say about when to get the newly updated Covid vaccine.

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White House national security spokesperson John Kirby told reporters today that ceasefire and hostage talks are “moving forward.” In a new lawsuit, the Justice Department alleges that real estate company RealPage uses landlord data to artificially inflate the price of rent nationwide. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell strongly indicated that a rate cut is coming next month, but the size of that relief remains to be seen. Reuters reports that fast fashion retailer Shein says it found two cases of child labor at its suppliers last year. Plus, Taylor Swift commented for the first time on the suspected suicide attack plot on one of her Vienna concerts.

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Democrats are still buzzing from their convention after Vice President Kamala Harris' closing speech last night. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled that a rate cut is coming in September. Multiple Secret Service personnel have been reassigned in the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, as new details are emerging about communication failures that day. Prisoners at a Russian penal colony have killed at least one staff member and taken others hostage. Plus, local officials have closed a California beach to make way for hundreds of sea lions.

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After her speech at the DNC last night, we'll hear what's next for Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. A CNN analysis finds former President Donald Trump’s businesses have been raking in millions of dollars from Republican political campaigns, including his own. A judge has dismissed felony charges against 2 former police officers charged in the deadly Breonna Taylor raid. Despite Ukraine's incursion into Russia, Moscow's forces are still pushing into Ukrainian territory. Plus, the last body has been found in the superyacht sinking.

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Vice President Kamala Harris capped off the DNC last night with a speech to rally Democrats. After, former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts about his presidential rival, while sources say RFK Jr. may endorse Trump today. The Supreme Court is blocking some of Arizona’s proof-of-citizenship requirements for this November’s election, but is allowing some other controversial requirements. The Canadian government has stepped in to end a rail shutdown that threatened to disrupt its economy and that of the US. Plus, coming in second isn't so bad for a diamond.

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An Arizona man accused of threatening to kill former President Donald Trump is in custody. Vice President Kamala Harris addresses the nation to close out the Democratic National Convention in Chicago tonight. The U.S. Supreme Court blocked some parts of an Arizona law that could have barred thousands of voters from casting a ballot in the upcoming presidential election. Updated Covid-19 vaccinations could be available in pharmacies and clinics soon. Plus, we’re tracking the latest developments in Russia’s war against Ukraine.

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Vice President Kamala Harris delivers the keynote address on the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Top US officials are in Cairo to take part in the latest round of talks for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The Missouri Supreme Court blocked a death row inmate’s bid to avoid being executed – we’ll explain. Four Milwaukee hotel workers pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the death of a Black man. And, scientists have more evidence to explain why billions of crabs vanished around Alaska.

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Vice President Kamala Harris will accept the presidential nomination tonight at the DNC – we’ll tell you what to expect from her speech. A new database tracked over 550 cases of election-related disinformation, including fake celebrity endorsements. British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch’s body was found after a superyacht sank off Sicily. Mexico issued an arrest warrant for the son of cartel boss “El Chapo,” accusing him of kidnapping another accused cartel leader. The Supreme Court is keeping itself busy this summer with over a dozen emergency cases on its docket.

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The DNC will culminate with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the party's nomination tonight, but a sit-in outside the convention highlights some divisions in the party. The families of some of those being held in Gaza are boycotting Israel's commemoration of the October 7th attacks because of a lack of a ceasefire and hostage release deal. Brazil will start restricting travelers from some Asian countries to reduce migration to the US and Canada. Google will spend hundreds of million of dollars to fund some California newsrooms, but the deal faces criticism. Plus, a fifth body has been found in the search for the missing after a superyacht sank off Sicily

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Governor Tim Walz officially introduced himself as the Democrats nominee for vice president last night, while some lawmakers showed support for the uncommitted voters at the Democratic National Convention. Sources tell CNN that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to suspend his independent campaign for president. A rail lockout in Canada is threatening to disrupt several US industries. President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call on a ceasefire proposal, as deadly Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza. Plus, a symbol for equality has passed away at an Australian aquarium.

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Tim Walz steps into the spotlight tonight – we’ll preview the vice presidential nominee's DNC speech. President Joe Biden spoke with Israel’s prime minister at a critical moment in Gaza ceasefire talks. A Missouri man set to be put to death next month for a 1998 murder will not be executed. More than half of the foods marketed for small children may be lacking in nutrition. Plus, Target is snapping a big losing streak.

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Vice presidential nominee Tim Walz takes center stage tonight at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. US government officials are hammering out the final details of a ceasefire proposal between Israel and Hamas. Divers recovered four bodies today in the search for those missing from a superyacht that sank off the coast of Sicily earlier this week. A deadly shooting inside a school in Bosnia is under investigation. And, new research looks at the impact a severe case of Covid-19 could have on your mental health.

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New data shows US job growth was weaker than previously thought. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will introduce himself to voters as the Democrats' Vice Presidential nominee tonight at the DNC. GOP Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance thinks Democrats should focus more on issues and less on former President Donald Trump. Moscow says Ukraine launched a major drone attack over Russia’s capital. Plus, a new forecast predicts when and where hurricane season could get active after Ernesto.

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Federal filings show Vice President Kamala Harris got a fundraising boost and that former President Donald Trump may be getting other support. Montana will let voters decide if abortions rights protections should be enshrined in the state's constitution. Africa’s top public health agency says countries in the continent could begin vaccinations against mpox, as more suspected cases pop around the world. Gen Xers getting close to retirement are more at risk of running short of money. Plus, a man is being sent to prison for faking his own death to avoid child support.

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Barack and Michelle Obama delivered back-to-back speeches at the DNC last night, urging voters to reject former President Donald Trump, who was campaigning in Michigan. Iran says it's still planning to retaliation against Israel, but doesn't want it affecting a ceasefire deal in Gaza. An upcoming ban on non-compete agreements has been blocked by a federal judge. Moscow's mayor says his city was targeted by one of the largest drone attack sent from Ukraine. Plus, Bennifer 2.0 looks to be over, as Jennifer Lopez files for divorce.

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Some notable Republicans are expected to speak at the Democratic National Convention this week. The Israeli military is investigating whether its forces killed six Israeli hostages whose bodies were retrieved from Gaza today. Boeing’s 777X plane encountered another problem that could delay its revised launch. Europe slashed tariffs on Teslas made in China. Plus, there’s a new finding on the risk of depression and suicide tied to popular medications. 

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Additional security fencing went up outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago after some protesters against Israel’s war in Gaza allegedly trespassed. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Qatar to try to move close to a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. Former President Donald Trump is backing off comments he made that some interpreted as his intention to take direct control of interest rates, if he’s re-elected. We’ll bring you the findings from a report that investigated last year’s deadly mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. And, a woman who held a world record for being the oldest person alive has passed away.

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