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In this weekly podcast we chat with individuals who work to improve the quality of life in our community of Northwest Ohio. We often delve into history, culture and heritage. Follow us on multiple sites including Amazon Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. You can also tune in at The Toledo Free Press and through the Stream 419 app. New episodes drop on Friday.
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- China reports its economy grew 5% in the January-March quarter, largely shrugging off initial impact from the Iran war
- Homeland Security worker and another woman are killed in a series of Atlanta-area attacks
- Australian judge rejects US Marine pilot's appeal against extradition to US
- Injured passenger awarded $300K after federal jury finds Carnival overserved alcohol
- Judge extends pause on work to turn Maryland warehouse into immigrant detention
- US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War
- Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives
- Mount Holyoke’s corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its ‘rotting flesh’ stench
- Popular NYC SantaCon charity fundraiser was more con than Claus, authorities say
- Veterans mark the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs Invasion with a new museum in Miami
New York Times
The Daily
- Trump’s Risky Strategy to Blockade Iran’s Blockade April 15, 2026Over a month into a war with Iran that has no clear end, President Trump has enforced a blockade, which went into effect on Monday at the Strait of Hormuz. The New York Times reporters David E. Sanger, Rebecca F. Elliott and Eric Schmitt discuss the strategy behind the blockade, the dangers that it poses […]
- The Workers Letting A.I. Do Their Jobs April 14, 2026Since the release of generative A.I., questions have been raised about how it would change our lives and jobs. Now, many software developers who were early adopters of the technology have outsourced so many tasks that they barely program at all. Clive Thompson, who writes about technology and science, interviewed about 75 software developers at […]
- Why U.S.-Iran Negotiations Failed April 13, 2026After negotiations over the weekend between the United States and Iran ended without a breakthrough, the temporary cease-fire appears to be increasingly precarious. The New York Times journalists Ronen Bergman and Mark Mazzetti explain why Israel is one of the biggest questions looming over the truce. Guest: Ronen Bergman, a staff writer for The New […]
- One Reporter’s Life-Altering Psychedelic Trip April 12, 2026The first time Robert Draper heard about the psychedelic drug ibogaine, it was from an unlikely source: the retired U.S. senator Kyrsten Sinema. As a political reporter for The New York Times, Draper often talks to figures like Ms. Sinema. But on this occasion, he said, she wanted to tell him about how she had […]
- 'The Interview': Lena Dunham Is Still Trying to Figure Out Why People Hated Her So Much April 11, 2026The writer, actor and lightning rod is not done sharing yet. Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.com Watch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcast For transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download […]
- The Miracle Unfolding in Mississippi Schools April 10, 2026Mississippi has seen a stunning turnaround in national test scores in the past decade, even as they have fallen almost everywhere else. Sarah Mervosh, an education reporter, explains what the state can teach the rest of the country about how to educate students. Guest: Sarah Mervosh, an education reporter at The New York Times, focusing […]
- Unmasking the Creator of Bitcoin April 9, 2026Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? Bitcoin’s pseudonymous founder has hidden his identity for 17 years despite many attempts to unmask him, even as his cryptocurrency has revolutionized finance and made him a billionaire. John Carreyrou, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, walks us through the evidence he found pointing to the person behind the […]
- A Cease-Fire in Iran April 8, 2026Warning: This episode contains strong language. The United States and Iran announced a two-week cease-fire last night, shortly before President Trump’s deadline for Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz or to potentially see its “whole civilization” destroyed. David E. Sanger, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, explains what led to this […]
- A Daring Rescue Behind Enemy Lines April 7, 2026Over the weekend, the U.S. military pulled off a risky mission to save an injured airman whose fighter jet had been shot down in Iran. Eric Schmitt, who covers national security for The New York Times, explains how Washington pulled it off. Guest: Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times based […]
- Trump’s Lonely War April 6, 2026As the war in Iran drags on, President Trump keeps signaling that it is about to end. But the fighting shows no signs of letting up. All the while, America’s closest allies in Europe continue to refuse Mr. Trump’s demands for help. Mark Landler, who covers trans-Atlantic relations for The New York Times, explains why […]
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NBC News Top Stories
- Husband of woman missing in the Bahamas leaves country April 16, 2026Husband of woman missing in the Bahamas leaves country
- NYPD investigation opened over 'disturbing' video of officers' use of force during arrest April 16, 2026The New York Police Department has opened an internal investigation after video showed officers punching and kicking a man who authorities initially believed to be a suspect in a drug deal but later said was not
- House advances bill to shield Haitian immigrants in defiance of Trump April 16, 2026The House voted Wednesday to advance a measure that would reinstate temporary protections for Haitians living in the U.S., with six Republicans voting alongside Democrats to oppose a key component of President Donald Trump's immigration policy.
- Former Trump attorney disbarred in California over 2020 election interference efforts April 16, 2026A lawyer for Eastman, who played a key role in devising a plan to overturn the 2020 election results, said they will seek review before the U.S. Supreme Court.
- Mom of 5 in ICE detention in Texas was taken to ER, sparking urgent calls for her release April 16, 2026A court filing says authorities at a detention center in Dilley, Texas, refused for weeks to get Hayman El Gamal a CT scan after she found an abnormal growth in her chest.
- This CEO wants to cover weight loss drugs for employees. They're just too expensive. April 16, 2026For Dr. Joseph Cacchione, the math on GLP-1 drugs stopped making sense.
- Alex Cooper says social media spat with Alix Earle is 'not a PR stunt' April 16, 2026Three of social media’s biggest stars are taking their spat to the court of public opinion
- White House and DOJ separation changes under Trump April 16, 2026NBC News' Laura Jarrett stops by "Here's the Scoop" to discuss her interview with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and how he sees the future of the Justice Department.
- Midwest states hit by heavy rain and tornadoes April 16, 2026Midwest states hit by heavy rain and tornadoes
- U.S. says Iran blockade 'fully implemented' April 16, 2026U.S. says Iran blockade 'fully implemented'
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- Setback in Australia's fuel crisis as fire breaks out at oil refinery April 16, 2026A large fire has broken out at one of Australia's two operating oil refineries - prompting fears over the country's petrol supplies amid global disruption caused by the Middle East conflict.
- New investigation launched into owners of Swiss bar after 41 died in New Year's fire April 15, 2026The owners of the Swiss bar Le Constellation, which caught on fire on New Year's Eve, killing 41 young people, have been placed under criminal investigation by Italian prosecutors, Sky News understands.
- Student kills nine people in Turkey's second school shooting in two days April 15, 2026A student has killed nine people and wounded 13 others in Turkey's second school shooting in two days, officials said.
- Hungary's new PM tells 'unworthy' president to resign April 15, 2026Hungary's incoming prime minister has urged the country's "unworthy" president to resign and urged a swift handover of power from Putin-ally Viktor Orban.
- Journalist detained in Kuwait after posting Iran war video, activists say April 15, 2026A journalist has been detained in Kuwait after posting videos related to the war in Iran, according to a press freedom advocacy group.
- Harry reveals he needed to deal with 'stuff from the past' before becoming a dad April 15, 2026Prince Harry has told guests on his four-day tour of Australia he knew he had "stuff from the past" to deal with before having children.
- Kanye West postpones concert indefinitely - a week after UK ban April 15, 2026Kanye West has postponed a concert in France - a week after he was denied a visa to perform at Wireless Festival in the UK.
- Spain finalises move which could see 500,000 undocumented migrants apply for legal status April 14, 2026Spain's government has finalised an amnesty measure that it estimates could enable half a million undocumented migrants to apply for legal status.
- How Trump is blockading Iran's ports and ships in the Strait of Hormuz April 14, 2026The US Navy is blockading Iranian ports after talks between the two countries broke down over the weekend.
- Britain's economic prospects downgraded more than any other major economy April 14, 2026Britain's economic prospects have been downgraded more than any other major economy in the International Monetary Fund's latest update on the state of the world.