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We begin with the latest on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. President Donald Trump announced the FDA’s new advice on the use of a pain reliever during women’s pregnancy. Two European countries join the growing group that recognizes a Palestinian state. The White House is defending the president's calls to use the Justice Department more aggressively. Plus, one of the major outstanding questions in pending deal to keep TikTok in the US has been answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

More countries are formally recognizing a Palestinian state ahead of this week’s UN General Assembly meeting in New York. The government’s border czar Tom Homan is facing scrutiny over reports he accepted a $50,000 bag of cash. News outlets are fighting back on the Pentagon’s "pledge" to restrict reporting at the defense headquarters. A super typhoon is set to affect tens of millions in Southeast Asia. Plus, the FTC is taking Amazon to court for allegedly tricking customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Top MAGA figures spread messages of both unity and division at Charlie Kirk’s memorial. Israel's Prime Minister has responded to several western nations recognizing a Palestinian state. Why an order from President Donald Trump triggered chaos on a plane. Trump is set to announce an “answer to autism” later today. And, a storm in the Atlantic could turn into a major hurricane tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Disney’s decision to yank ABC host Jimmy Kimmel off the air following FCC pressure has outraged fans, performers and Democratic politicians. Will other prominent anti-Trump voices be next? We hear from someone who used to be in charge of the FCC who says the regulator is going overboard. Guest: Tom Wheeler, former FCC Chairman  ---  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

A superstar takes the stage one last time tonight, marking the end of a historic residency in Puerto Rico. How a free travel program for high school seniors aims to connect a divided US. A 9-year-old sets up a front-yard stand designed to make people smile. A stranger’s kindness turns a homeless teen into a devoted foster dad [https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/14/us/peter-mutabazi-masiko-foster-dad-cec]. Plus, meet the TIME’s Kid of the Year.  Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. [https://www.cnn.com/newsletters]  Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson  Showrunner: Faiz Jamil  Editorial Support: Felicia Patinkin, Isabel Rosales, Paola Ortiz, Abel Alvarado, Madeline Stix, John Blake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]