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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

    Putin Cements His Power

    Putin Cements His Power

    Vladimir Putin wins another six-year term in a presidential election without a real challenger. Former President Trump escalates his rhetoric on the campaign trail. And big changes in the real estate market could lower costs for home buyers and sellers.
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    • 20 min
    Fungus Among Us

    Fungus Among Us

    In a special edition, ABC's Sony Salzman explores the unnerving growth of fungal infections in the United States. Speaking to survivors, scientists, and even NFL icon Rob Gronkowski, "Start Here" shines a light on the dark, damp world of deadly spores.
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    • 27 min
    A TikTok Ban #ForYou?

    A TikTok Ban #ForYou?

    A unified House approves a bill that could potentially ban TikTok. Some of the charges against former President Donald Trump are dismissed in Georgia. And Israeli officials sound increasingly concerned about aid shortcomings affecting military readiness.
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    • 28 min
    In Plane Sight: FAA Faults Boeing

    In Plane Sight: FAA Faults Boeing

    In an aggressive series of audits, the FAA reportedly finds dozens of faults with Boeing’s jet production lines. Special Counsel Robert Hur testifies to Congress about President Biden’s retention of classified documents. And in an election-year purge, former President Trump installs loyalists at the Republican National Committee.
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    • 26 min
    Haiti’s Gangs Win Their War

    Haiti’s Gangs Win Their War

    Facing an armed uprising from the country’s gangs, Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns. President Biden sends a budget proposal to Congress. And Princess Kate takes responsibility for an edited family photo that has fueled conspiracy theories about her health.
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    • 26 min
    Biden’s “Red Line” for Israel

    Biden’s “Red Line” for Israel

    President Biden issues a stern warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Lawmakers prepare a bill that would force a sale of TikTok. And an Oscar-nominated screenplay garners accusations of plagiarism.
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    • 24 min

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5.7K Ratings

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