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Iran
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
United States
Venezuela
ICE
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Jeffrey Epstein
Strait Of Hormuz
Supreme Court
Artificial Intelligence
Russia
Justice Department
Donald J. Trump
Ukraine
Epstein Files
Minnesota
Openai
Nicolás Maduro
Department Of Homeland Security

Catch up on today’s top stories, with insight and analysis from Times reporters all over the world. From the team that brought you "The Daily." Listen every weekday morning. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcas... more

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Eli Saslow
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Catherine Porter
New York Times correspondent covering France
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Episode: Israel’s High-Stakes Election, and How Illegal Gold Is Getting Into the Global Market
Isabel Kershner
New York Times correspondent covering Israel
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Episode: Israel’s High-Stakes Election, and How Illegal Gold Is Getting Into the Global Market
Sheera Frenkel
Technology reporter for The New York Times
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Episode: U.S. Withdraws From Iraq After Two Decades, and Trump Tells A.I. Giants to Police Themselves
Erika Solomon
Iraq correspondent for The New York Times
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Episode: U.S. Withdraws From Iraq After Two Decades, and Trump Tells A.I. Giants to Police Themselves
Natan Odenheimer
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Episode: The Deadly Choice Facing Many Gazans, and a New Disclosure of “Concerning” A.I. Behavior
Ben Castleman
Chief economics correspondent
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4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • I enjoy checking out NY Times Headlines every weekday.

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    I listen to you guys all the time I find this episode pretty amusing especially the part about their fantasy football advice. Keep up the good work there are people out there listening to you and need you every day. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
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    CeeJay Toney
    United States24 days ago
  • Good but lose the Friday quiz

    Great podcast, but if the whole point of it is quick headlines, then we could really lose the silly news quiz at the end of the week. I always skip it anyway, but it’s just kind of annoying.

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    Justinmnbvcx
    United Statesa month ago
  • Where is the world

    I wish there would be a headlines Version of world news as well, not creating the feeling that outside of the US other places barely exist

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The Escalating Warnings About A.I., and the Rise of a Deadly New Street Drug
Q: Do you believe AI could kill all humans? And what percent chance do you think it is?
The guest articulates a cautious view about existential risk, noting warnings from researchers and industry leaders about the speed of advancement and the need for guardrails to prevent loss of control, while acknowledging that the exact probability is debated and uncertain.
Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, Answered
Q: For many years, it was well understood that closure of the Strait of Hormuz would constitute a grave threat to the worldwide economy. What reporting is there that Trump was warned of this?
The episode references prior reporting that warned of the strategic risk to Hormuz and indicates that this warning was noted by military and White House officials, with various international leaders offering a range of perspectives on how to handle the risk.
Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, Answered
Q: Hartley from New York asked, how the people of Iran feel about the war, particularly since the Iranian regime has been so unpopular?
There is no single answer; early after the leader's death crowds celebrated, but broader sentiment is mixed due to heavy internet restrictions and divergent views between pro-regime blocs and Iranians who feel the regime remains in place amid ongoing destruction.
Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, Answered
Q: First up, Josh from DC asked, what is the best estimate for spending on the war? And is there a comparison for what that amount of money would have covered if spent elsewhere, like housing, health care, education?
The hosts explain that precise figures aren't available yet and spending is fluctuating daily, with analysts estimating around a billion dollars per day, which highlights how much funding is being consumed by the conflict and could be redirected to domestic programs if peace or different priorities were pursued.
Comey Goes to Court, and Gold Prices Hit Record High
Q: Is it the White House's position that furloughed workers should be paid for their back pay?
The speaker indicates that it depends on specific cases and insinuates that not all furloughed workers deserve back pay.

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A concise, fast-paced daily briefing that blends top national and international headlines with on-the-ground reporting, policy context, and human-interest angles. It frequently covers politics, immigration, technology, public health, and global affairs, often pairing quick analysis with immersive reporting from correspondents around the world. Notable strengths include clear, concise delivery, on-location perspectives, and a regular quiz segment that engages listeners; occasional sponsor messaging is interwoven with the news flow. The show tends to attract listeners who want a reliable morning update with both policy depth and real-world storytelling, making it useful for professionals who need a broad, well-sourced snapshot to inform decis... more

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