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    'Smartphone for pets' lets furry friends call their owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:53


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on a smartphone for pets.

    Hegseth says US 'can't stop everything' that Iran fires even as he asserts air dominance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:46


    AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth saying ramped up U.S. air defenses cannot stop every Iranian aerial attack.

    Congress is taking its first votes on the Iran war as debate rages about US goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:55


    AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on Congress weighing in amid the war against Iran.

    London police arrest 3 men on suspicion of spying for China. One is a UK lawmaker's husband

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:46


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on UK arrests in a China spying investigation.

    US and Ecuador launch military operation against organized crime groups

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:35


    Earlier this week, Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced his government had entered a new phase in the fight against organized crime. The United States is now part of that effort. AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more.

    Wall Street holds steadier as oil prices stop surging, for now

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:43


    The U.S. stock market is rising as the Iran war enters its fifth day.

    Sri Lanka recovers 87 bodies from Iranian warship sunk off its coast by a US submarine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:48


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a U.S. submarine has sunk an Iranian warship of the coast of Sri Lanka - Colombo . Over 80 bodies recovered. Dozens rescued.

    Sri Lanka says dozens rescued at sea as Iranian warship sinks off its coast in Indian Ocean

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:45


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a U.S. submarine has sunk an Iranian warship of the coast of Sri Lanka - Colombo says it has recovered over 80 bodies and rescued dozens of people.

    Jasmine Crockett concedes to James Talarico in Texas Democratic Senate primary

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:43


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Jasmine Crockett concedes to James Talarico in Texas Democratic Senate primary.

    A Russian-flagged tanker erupts in a massive fire and sinks off Libya

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:40


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a Russian--flagged ship exploding in the Mediterranean Sea.

    Explosions heard in Tehran and Jerusalem on fifth day of war

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:40


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on the 5th day in the Iran-US war.

    Spain's Sánchez stands firm on opposition to war in Iran despite Trump's trade threat

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:55


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Spain's prime minister has defended his government's stance against the Iran war led by the US and Israel.

    US soldiers who died in Iran war remembered as devoted parents and reservists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:52


    Declan Coady was one of the servicemembers killed in Kuwait. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that his family is still trying to process the devastating news.

    Talarico wins Texas Senate Democratic nomination while Cornyn and Paxton head to Republican runoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:35


    AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on the winner of the Democratic Senate primary in Texas.

    Rahm says European tour is 'extorting' LIV players by making them play more events to rejoin tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:31


    A popular Spanish golfer has refused to accept a deal to rejoin golf's European Tour. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    Atlanta Braves' Jurickson Profar suspended for 2026 season following second positive drug test

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:35


    A one-time MLB All-Star is facing a full season ban for repeated PED use. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:33


    Uncertainties continue to mount over this year's World Cup amid war and violence involving host nations. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    Talarico wins Texas Senate Democratic nomination while Cornyn and Paxton head to Republican runoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:59


    AP's Sagar Meghani reports that there was no clear winner for the Texas Senate Republican nomination.

    AP Sports SummaryBrief at 1:37 a.m. EST

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:56


    Cleveland gets its revenge against the East's top team, the nation's hottest men's college hoops team improves to 30-0, a former MLB All-Star is suspended for a full season for PED use, Team USA warms up for the WBC with a blowout win, a star quarterback is getting released and other NFL roster moves. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    US soldiers who died in Iran war remembered as devoted parents and reservists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:39


    AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports the Pentagon has identified four of the six U.S. soldiers killed in the Iran war so far.

    US soldiers were killed in Iranian drone strike on operations center at Kuwait civilian port

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:39


    AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports on the deaths of U.S. Service members in Kuwait.

    Texas GOP Sen. Cornyn tries to hold his seat while Democrats Crockett, Talarico face off for Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 0:43


    AP correspondent Jennifer King looks at the Senate primary in Texas.

    2 men arrested in Cincinnati nightclub shooting are facing federal charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:45


    Two men in their twenties have been arrested in a weekend shooting at a nightclub in Cincinnati that wounded nine people. Franeek Cobb and Derrick Long both face federal charges as convicted felons in possession of a firearm. Prosecutors say surveillance footage shows both men fired weapons and ballistics evidence shows only two guns were discharged. Hamilton County Assistant Prosecutor Connor Wood spoke at Cobbs arraignment on local charges of felonious assault. The shooting erupted Sunday around 1 a.m. inside the Riverfront Live, while hundreds of people were gathered for hip hop producer DJ Fresh's annual birthday party. Audio courtesy WCPO; I'm Jennifer King

    Trump says 'someone from within' Iranian regime might be best choice to lead once war ends

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:54


    AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports President Trump is talking about potential new leadership in Iran.

    Iran war taxes US diplomatic work and leaves Americans in the Mideast in limbo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:46


    AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on efforts to get Americans out of the Middle East.

    Dow drops 400 after trimming an early plunge of 1,200 as oil prices climb even higher

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:40


    Worries about war send oil prices up and stocks plunging.

    Anxious travelers scramble as Iran war strands tens of thousands across the Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:55


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on stranded Americans stuck overseas because of the Iran war.

    An Oscar race that looked like a runaway may be a close call, after all

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:33


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on a heated Oscars race in Hollywood.

    Israel steps up airstrikes in Tehran, as Iran widens its response across the region

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 1:00


    AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the fighting in Middle East.

    Anxious travelers scramble as Iran war strands tens of thousands across the Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:45


    Anxious travelers are holed up in the Middle East, looking for ways to get home. The AP's Jennifer King reports.

    Noem blames 'violent protesters' for Minneapolis chaos under tough questioning in Senate hearing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:51


    AP's Ed Donahue reports that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced tough scrutiny during a hearing on Capitol Hill.

    Georgia school shooting suspect's father convicted of second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:45


    A Georgia man has been convicted in his connection to a school shooting by his son.

    2 men arrested in Cincinnati nightclub shooting that wounded 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:29


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports police make arrests in a Cincinnati nightclub shooting that wounded 9.

    Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for 2026 elections

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:38


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports the Supreme Court preserves the only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for the 2026 elections.

    Dow drops 1,000 as stocks sell off around the world and oil prices leap even higher on war worries

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:45


    The AP's Seth Sutel reports on the impact the Iran war is having on Wall Street.

    Small plane makes emergency landing in frigid Hudson River and the 2 people aboard swim to safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:37


    AP correspondent Julie Walker reports a small plane makes emergency landing in frigid Hudson River Monday.

    The Latest: Primary voters head to the polls in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:57


    AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani on today kicking off the midterm elections, with pivotal Senate primaries in Texas and North Carolina.

    Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:40


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the Iran war threatens UK economic forecasts, which were quite buoyant.

    Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, while hundreds are reported dead in Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:32


    AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports Jewish prayers in Israel are taking place underground for safety.

    Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, while hundreds are reported dead in Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:40


    AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the ongoing Iran war.

    War disrupts sports with doubt over Messi's 'Finalissima,' Ronaldo games and F1 races

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:35


    The latest conflict in the Middle East is making an impact on the global sports landscape. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    Judge declares a mistrial in Rashaun Jones trial over Bryan Pata's 2006 killing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:35


    A trial over a former college football star's killing in 2006 has hit a snag. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    NBA player Luke Kornet calls on Hawks to cancel promotion with Magic City adult entertainment club

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:35


    A former NBA champion is among those criticizing an NBA team's promotion with a strip club. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    The latest in sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:56


    Duke claims ACC title to headline men's college hoops action, a two-time NBA MVP returns from a 15-game injury absence, an American Olympic hockey star reveals she was playing hurt, a two-time MLB All-Star gets Team USA's WBC opening nod and a two-time 1,000-yard rusher is traded in the NFL. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

    Iranian Red Crescent Society says at least 787 people in Iran killed in US-Israeli airstrikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:42


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the death toll in Iran is steadily rising.

    US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit by Iranian drones as Israeli military ramps up operations in Lebanon

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:43


    AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia has been hit by Iranian drones.

    Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:49


    AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Melania Trump presides over a UN Security Council meeting amid US attacks Iran. ((opens with actuality))

    As Mideast conflict widens, US says attacks on Iran will last weeks and intensify

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 0:55


    Secretary Rubio says the “hardest hits are yet to come.” AP correspondent Jennifer King reports.

    Savannah Guthrie returns to her mother's home in first sighting there since disappearance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 0:47


    AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on an emotional return to Nancy Guthrie's home by members of her family.

    White House attributes redness on Trump's neck to skin cream but doesn't say what it's treating

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 0:46


    AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a treatment for President Trump.

    Gunman was not on the FBI's radar before he opened fire on a crowded Texas bar, authorities say

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 0:57


    Authorities in Texas say the gunman who opened fire outside a Texas bar, killing two people and wounding 14, more was not on their radar before the attack. The AP's Jennifer King reports.

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