A summary of the latest news headlines in three minutes or less, updated every morning and afternoon.
The CNN News Briefing podcast is an excellent source for those who want to stay informed without being overwhelmed by excessive news coverage. As a visually impaired individual in my late 70s, I appreciate the concise and encapsulated format of the podcast. With just four or five episodes per day, each lasting less than six minutes, I can quickly get the information I need to stay engaged without feeling terrified. CNN has earned my trust as a reliable news source, and their daily updates are outstanding. They go in-depth on important subjects on Sunday mornings and provide extra details when necessary. Overall, I would give this podcast a 10 plus rating.
One of the best aspects of The CNN News Briefing podcast is its cheerful and informative approach. The host, Jo Beck, brightens my day with her enthusiasm and positivity, especially when the news itself is less than uplifting. The format of the show is short and straight to the point, making it easy to digest essential information in a short amount of time. Additionally, I appreciate that they cover international news as well, although I wish there were more regional updates from different parts of the world.
On the downside, some listeners may find the repetitive nature of certain ads off-putting. While the content of the podcast itself is fantastic, frequent ads can be distracting and may cause some listeners to turn off or even delete the program altogether. It would be beneficial if CNN could vary their advertisements or find other ways to support their podcast without interrupting the flow of information.
In conclusion, The CNN News Briefing podcast is an invaluable resource for those seeking concise and trustworthy news updates. Its short length and informative nature make it perfect for individuals like myself who don't have much time to spare or are visually impaired. While there may be some drawbacks such as repetitive ads, overall it provides exactly what I need to stay current with world affairs without feeling overwhelmed by excessive news coverage. I highly recommend adding this podcast to your library.

Vice President JD Vance joins high stakes negotiations in Pakistan, as Israel continues its push to disarm Hezbollah. A new report shows inflation jumped in March. A USDA employee has formally complained about an Easter message from the Agriculture Secretary. Russia and Ukraine to agreed to a temporary ceasefire for Orthodox Easter. Plus, new questions in the case of an American woman who allegedly went overboard in the Bahamas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peace talks between the US and Iran are set for Saturday in Pakistan. Melania Trump blasts “lies” linking her with Jeffrey Epstein. A Federal appeals court weighs the validity of Sean Combs sentencing. Artemis II nears the end of its historic mission, with splashdown set for tonight. Plus, the “Zammoth" takes to the ice in Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue as the Israeli prime minister pursues talks with Lebanon. The First Lady blasted links to Jeffrey Epstein in rare remarks from the White House. We'll break down what weather forecasters are expecting this hurricane season. ICE agents are starting to leave some airports, as a partial government shutdown continues. Plus, why scientists say the world's oldest octopus may be something else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ceasefire Confusion, Diddy's Appeal, Hawaii Flood Watch and more A fragile US-Israel truce with Iran appears to be holding, as some ships are now moving through the Strait of Hormuz. New data from the department of Commerce shows a mixed picture of the US economy. Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs are back in court today. We explain why the US fertility rate has hit record low. Plus, a powerful storm has triggered flood warning across Hawaii for a second day in a row. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed over Israel's strike in Lebanon. The DOJ says Pam Bondi won't appear for a deposition regarding the Epstein files investigation. Police arrest the husband of a woman missing in the Bahamas. The accused Gilgo Beach serial killer pleads guilty, admits to strangling eight women. Plus, Part of the Eiffel Tower's original staircase will be for sale in May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A ceasefire in the Iran war appears shaky as Israel ramps up strikes in Lebanon. The accused Gilgo Beach serial killer confessed to his crimes. A woman charged in connection to Matthew Perry's death learns her fate. House lawmakers are facing a new roadblock for Pam Bondi's testimony in their Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Plus, Hawaii is bracing for another round of severe weather. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is framing the ceasefire with Iran as a military success. Meanwhile, Israel continues striking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. CNN has obtained dashcam video of an ICE shooting in California. Officials say they've uncovered the motive behind in an ISIS inspired attack in New York City. Plus, Wisconsin's new Supreme Court Justice won by a landslide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump agrees to a two-week ceasefire with Iran. Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to the ISS. Republican Clay Fuller wins a Georgia special election. A motorcycle crashes in Texas and narrowly misses hitting kids. Plus, Rory McIlroy curates a three course meal for Masters Champions dinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with Iran's response to President Donald Trump's threats to reopen a vital shipping lane as a deadline looms. We have details on a shooting involving ICE agents during a traffic stop. We have an update on a US soldier's wife fighting deportation. A recovery mission is underway for an American woman missing at sea. Plus, what economists are saying about AI's potential long-term impacts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric towards Iran ahead of key deadline. Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary to strengthen ties - and stump for a strongman. A high stakes race for the future of Wisconsin's Supreme Court is underway. A major UK music festival is cancelled after it booked Kanye West as a headliner. Plus, Sam Altman is facing new accusations detailed in a major investigation from the New Yorker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump warns Iran could be “taken out in one night.” Artemis II sets distance record. Voters in Georgia head to the polls today, to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's vacated House seat. Michigan beats UConn for their first men's national title since 1989. Plus, a 6-year-old raises funds for kids with cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump issued new threats on Iran as he doubled down on a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. NASA's moon mission achieved a major milestone as a lunar flyback is underway. We'll explain why states are extending the immunization window for RSV. Extreme drought conditions in one state are having a unique impact on the landscape. Plus, the show taking over Stephen Colbert's late-night time slot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A potential ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war is under review as President Trump prepares to give an update this afternoon. JP Morgan's CEO is warning of possible economic fallout from the conflict. Trump's pick for California governor could shake up the race. Kanye West faces sponsor backlash ahead of a festival appearance. Plus, Savannah Guthrie has officially returned to host NBC's “Today Show.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. successfully rescues a downed Airman in Iran. President Trump sets a Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Artemis II captures unseen lunar view. UCLA wins its first NCAA Women's Basketball championship. Plus, a North Dakota man marks 60 years on the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amid a stalled Surgeon General nomination, a federal court ruling striking down vaccine overhauls (at least for now), and anger from ‘Make America Healthy Again' activists, some are wondering whether Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has lost his grip on the movement that helped propel President Donald Trump back to the White House. We hear from one activist outraged by an executive order about weedkiller who says some voters “will not be coming back.” Plus, what's going on with all the whole milk hype videos? For more: How RFK Jr.'s MAHA agenda keeps hitting roadblocks --- Guests: Kelly Ryerson, ‘Glyphosate Girl' & Sarah Owermohle, CNN Health Policy Reporter Host/Producer: David Rind Senior Producer: Matt Martinez Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She once worked at this hospital as a janitor – now she's returning for her residency. The Artemis II mission is historic – hear how an 8-year-old became a part of it. Scientists are seeing a phenomenon for the first time in the wild, and it's offering new clues about how species can adapt to climate change. A major study examines the role spirituality and religion play in addiction recovery. And a high school freshman made it onto the ballot in this state's gubernatorial race. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Matt Martinez Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Amanda Swinhart, Giana Asterito Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US rescued a crew member from a fighter jet shot down over Iran as search efforts are underway for a second service member. We'll break down what's on the White House budget wish list to Congress. We have details on a Supreme Court justice's previously undisclosed health incident first reported by CNN. We're getting a glimpse of the first spectacular pictures taken on NASA's historic moon mission. Plus, the city with the highest gas prices in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Search and rescue efforts are underway after a US fighter jet was downed over Iran, while the Trump administration pushes for a major increase military spending. A labor report shows the strongest job growth numbers in years. New CNN polling numbers breaks down how voters – especially those frustrated with both parties – are feeling ahead of the midterms. Federal authorities have made arrests in a sweeping healthcare fraud case in Southern California. Plus, why some of the biggest names in AI are sounding the alarm about future models. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. Sources say that Iran still has half its missile launchers. The Artemis II crew is officially on their journey to the moon. Police in Florida have released the bodycam video of Tiger Wood's DUI arrest. Plus, The world's oldest tortoise has been caught up in a bizarre scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the latest shakeup within the Trump administration. We'll explain how much the war with Iran is driving up costs for homebuyers and Amazon sellers. An immigration judge has ruled on a man who faced deportation after an overturned murder conviction. Trump's controversial White House ballroom project cleared a hurdle, but its future is unclear. Plus, growing backlash over World Cup ticket prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

European leaders are meeting virtually to weigh options for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Senate has unanimously passed a bill to partially reopen the Department of Homeland Security, but it'sunclear if the House will vote on it. Florida authorities have released video of Tiger Woods' latest arrest. Artemis II astronauts are assessing whether they're on track to make it to the moon. Plus, what parents and grandparents should know about a new Covid variant spreading across the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump vows to hit Iran “extremely hard” for the next two to three weeks. Artemis II Astronauts begin a 10-day mission around the moon. The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of the arguments in the birthright citizenship case. “Bob's Burgers” actor rescued from a fiery crash in New Hampshire. Plus, an 99-year old women gets “hunky firefighter” birthday wish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, four astronauts are preparing for liftoff in a historic and risky lunar venture. President Donald Trump's first national speech on the war with Iran is coming up – we'll break down some key talking points. The Supreme Court seems skeptical about Trump's effort to end automatic birthright citizenship. A judge gave a new timeline for Luigi Mangione's federal trial. Plus, a second GLP-1 drug for weight loss is hitting the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on the Trump administration's effort to curb birthright citizenship. President Donald Trump says he wants to end the war with Iran, as Gulf allies voice concern about the path forward. A new report shows Americans are still spending despite ongoing economic pessimism. An American journalist in Iraq has been kidnapped. Plus, all systems appear to be a go for tonight's Artemis II launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump will address the nation tonight about the war with Iran. Artemis II moon mission is set for launch at 6:24pm, ET. A federal judge rules the White House ballroom construction “has to stop!” Tiger Woods to seek treatment after pleading not guilty to a DUI. Plus, love gets a Powerpoint makeover at “Date My Mate” events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hopes for an end to the Iran war are being felt on Wall Street. We'll tell you how a federal judge ruled in a legal fight to defund two major networks. We have new developments on Tiger Woods' DUI case in Florida. There's new research around a dangerous class of chemicals linked to premature births and infant deaths. Plus, Trump's controversial White House ballroom project faces a legal hurdle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court released a major opinion about Colorado's ban “conversion therapy” for gay and transgender youth. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warns adversaries may be helping Iran track US assets. US gas prices have climbed above $4 per gallon for the first time in four years. Another European country has blocked the US from using its military bases to participate in the war in the Middle East. Plus, new details from Tiger Woods' arrest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heavy bombardment in Iran continue as talks remain in limbo. Fidel Castro's grandson talks to CNN about Cuba's energy crisis. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a bill to rename Palm Beach Airport after President Trump. A study shows extreme rise in temperatures near AI data centers. Plus, Celine Dion announces a return to the stage with 10 Paris shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with mixed messages on indirect US-Iran negotiations as oil prices continue to rise. The FBI released new details on a car-ramming attack at a synagogue in Michigan earlier this month. New research shows AI data centers could be making life hotter for millions of people. Doctors are taking a closer look at a long-time medical approach for patients surviving a heart attack. Plus, how 12 tons of chocolate bars disappeared in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump is escalating threats against Iran, warning strikes if a deal to end the war isn't reached. Airport waiting times are finally easing, as TSA workers start to get paid again. A Russian oil tanker has reached Cuba, despite a US fuel blockade. An Israeli battalion has been suspended after detaining CNN journalists in the West Bank. Plus, a new California law now requires a key prenatal nutrient in a staple food long overlooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump claims Iran has agreed to “most” of the 15-point plan to end the war. TSA agents could get backpay as soon as today. An AI facial recognition error lead to the arrest of a Tennessee woman. Michigan becomes the first team ever, to win its first four games of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, by double digits. Plus, Japan's growing sport of competitive office chair racing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A California jury found Meta and YouTube liable on all counts in a case that accused the tech giants of intentionally addicting a young woman and injuring her mental health. Experts say the landmark decision could open the door to a flood of other litigation that could reshape how these companies operate. But will anything actually change? We also hear from one of the hundreds of other plaintiffs suing social media companies who are hoping this verdict bodes well for them. Note: this episode contains discussions of eating disorders. For more: Listen to CNN's “Terms of Service” podcast --- Guest: Caroline Koziol & Clare Duffy, CNN Tech Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Mike Blake/Reuters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The countdown to the inaugural Women's Professional Baseball League's season starts. These critical pollinators are making a major comeback. Trauma doctors say the first patient in the world to receive this treatment wouldn't be here today without it. What started as an idea behind bars turned into a service for people in need in Philadelphia. Plus, a show that still hits home 20 years later. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Jacqueline Howard, Sofía Hanalei Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with House GOP's reaction to the Department of Homeland Security funding bill the Senate passed overnight. Iran-linked hackers breached a top Trump official's personal email. We have key takeaways from a high-stakes meeting with G7 foreign ministers. Authorities gave details on a rollover crash involving Tiger Woods. Plus, the diverse crew set to embark on the first human moon mission in more than half a century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The timeline for a House to vote on funding TSA workers remains unclear, as some airport wait times stretch for hours. Israel plans to escalate strikes against Iran, while Iran-backed Houthi forces weigh entering the conflict. Nationwide demonstrations against Trump administration policies are planned for tomorrow. Plus, Savannah Guthrie has announced when she'll be back on NBC's “Today Show.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US Senate votes to fund most of DHS in overnight session. President Trump pushes Iran strike deadline back 10 more days. IOC bans transgender women from competing in female events at the Olympics. Kennedy Center layoffs begin ahead of two-year closure. Plus, a Wisconsin farm is searching for their missing kangaroo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the latest on talks to end the war with Iran and a US decision to postpone strikes. Nicolás Maduro and his wife faced their second court hearing in New York – we have details. We'll explain a new ban on transgender women athletes. Airports across the country are bracing for another crush of weekend travelers. Plus, a “Today” co-host speaks out in her first interview since her mother went missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump is growing frustrated with Iran's approach to negotiations and has issued the country a warning. We'll break down the key issues expected to take center stage at one of the largest annual meetings of conservatives, starting today. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is getting back out there, as speculation about her political future swirls. A CNN investigation uncovered online communities where men share tips about sexually assaulting women. Plus, a prominent critic of President Trump is receiving a prestigious award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tehran disputes President Trump's claim that they want to make a deal. Meta and YouTube have been found liable in a social media addiction trial. Ousted Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro and his wife are set to appear in federal court today. Rising gas prices push USPS to add an 8% package surcharge. Plus, Baseball is back and so are the ballpark eats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with Iran's conditions for ending the war despite initially resisting a US plan. We'll break down a jury's decision in a social media addiction trial against tech giants. The Supreme Court ruled in a music copyright fight challenging a major internet service provider. The latest push to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown has fallen flat. Plus, the next chapter in this late-night host's career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump administration officials are trying to schedule talks with Iran aimed at ending the war. British police have arrested two men in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson attack in London. Savannah Guthrie spoke about her mother's abduction with NBC “Today Show” colleague and longtime friend, Hoda Kotab. An AI video generation app is shutting down just months after it launched. Plus, "robot umpires" are making their official MLB debuts this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sources tell CNN, the US Army is about to send 1,000 troops to deploy to the Middle East. Congress debates DHS funding as TSA workers continue to go unpaid. Democrats flips a Florida State House district that covers Mar-A-Lago. A Jury finds Meta liable in child sexual exploitation on social media. Plus, A Triceratops skeleton dating back 66 million years is up for auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices