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US-Iran Fighting Pause, Kohberger Challenges Guilty Plea, Tracking Storms and more

US strikes on Iran are on hold for now, but President Donald Trump had this warning.  We have new developments on a deadly shooting at a Seattle food festival. The convicted killer in the University of Idaho student murders is seeking to make a legal move from prison. We’ll tell you where storm threats are ramping up in parts of the US. Plus, a key witness takes the stand in a mother’s triple-murder trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Europe Fires Rage, Trump Admin Seeks ER Records, Crew Returns from Space Station and More

Massive fires are displacing thousands in Spain and France. One suspect is still on the loose after a mass shooting rocks Seattle. Thousands are fighting to retain Temporary Protected Status after a major Supreme Court ruling. The Trump administration is demanding hospitals share emergency room records. And a US-Russian space crew arrives back on Earth after an eight-month stint on board the International Space Station. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Deadly Festival Shooting, War Concerns Inside Trump White House and more

Three people have been killed, several hurt in a Seattle food festival shooting. According to sources: Vice President Vance and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, General Dan Caine have raised concerns about the war with Iran. The murder trial begins for a mom who strangled her three kids. A “Mouthpad” turns your tongue into a cursor.   Plus, "Little Free Blockbusters" pop up around US.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

One Thing: Has Progressive Criticism of Israel Gone Too Far?

This midterm season, one issue has become something of a litmus test for Democratic candidates: support for Israel. However, some Jewish progressives fear the fine line between policy disagreements and antisemitism is starting to fray, leaving some to ask: should Jewish candidates should even try to run for president?  For more: As Israel becomes Democratic litmus test, Jewish progressives warn about a tilt into antisemitism [https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/07/politics/israel-democrats-antisemitism-concerns]  ---  Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo By: Spencer Platt/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

5 Good Things: A Pilot Throws a Surprise Airport Concert

This commercial airline pilot has a second career leaves passengers smiling after they land [https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/25/travel/united-pilot-violinist-netanel-draiblate-enterprise]. Happy hour at one assisted living facility was on the rocks until this octogenarian stepped in. As CNN Heroes celebrates 20 years, we revisit a 2012 Hero who turned sports into a path to recovery. The winners of the “world coolest marathon” share what it takes to run at the top of the globe. Plus, one psychologist explains why making fewer decisions might lead to a happier life.  Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson, Leying Tang   Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Jackson Loo, Christie O'Reilly, James Mazzullo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]