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We're releasing this episode a day early to help answer some of the biggest questions about the rare hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship.

As passengers return to their home countries, including the U.S., epidemiologist Dr. Katelyn Jetelina explains what makes this virus unique, how experts are working to contain it, and what her level of concern is right now for the general public.

Plus, what would change her assessment, why experts are waiting until next week to breathe a little easier, and much more.
 
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The news to know for Friday, May 15, 2026!
We have the takeaways from President Trump's meeting with his Chinese counterpart. 
And Cuba is running out of fuel — what the U.S. is demanding before helping to solve the energy crisis.
Also, who's in and who's out at America's top immigration agencies.
Plus, where an unusual primary election is happening this weekend, what impact A.I. is having on the number of "A" grades at American colleges, and how girl dads are bonding over beers and bobby pins.
 
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The news to know for Thursday, May 14, 2026!
What to know about a warning from China's leader at a high-stakes meeting with President Trump, and what's expected to happen next.
Also, a surprise decision in a murder case that captured national attention.
Plus, a cutback in Army training, new findings about American kids' reading scores, and fans of K-Pop Demon Hunters may want to start saving up — we'll explain.


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The news to know for Wednesday, May 13, 2026!
We're previewing the high-stakes summit between President Trump and his Chinese counterpart — set to cover everything from the Iran war to tariffs to A.I.
Also, why the nation's top drug regulator is stepping down.
And how the FBI's leader and a Democratic senator got into a personal clash over each other's drinking habits.
Plus, remembering a trailblazer in the NBA, breaking down higher costs from the latest inflation report, and watching an actor follow in the footsteps of his famous character.


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The news to know for Tuesday, May 12, 2026!
We'll tell you why President Trump says the truce with Iran is now on "life support" and what he's talking about doing next.
Also, an effort to monitor Hantavirus across several countries and multiple American states.
Plus, another heat wave could break records today, top pediatricians are calling for kids and teens to play more at school, and what to expect at the world's biggest film festival.


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