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Trump in Saudi Arabia, Xi’s warning, film star sentenced & more
President Donald Trump has received a royal welcome in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, a possible gift from Qatar has some of Trump’s biggest supporters concerned. China’s leader Xi Jinping had some stern words for the US, despite the trade war thawing. The UN is calling for de-escalation as fighting breaks out in a North African country. Plus, a French film star has been found guilty of sexual assault.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bad Boy? Opening Arguments in the Diddy Trial
The federal racketeering and prostitution trial against rap star and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs got underway in New York on Monday. In our new series Trial By Jury, we bring you an inside look into the explosive opening arguments and the shock waves the trial is sending through the music world. CNN’s Laura Coates sits down with music journalist and culture critic Touré to dig into how this trial is reshaping Diddy’s legacy.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Recession fears dampen, ‘Diddy’ trial witnesses, refugee status controversy & more
A trade breakthrough with China may help the US avoid a self-inflicted recession. We have details on the first two witnesses to testify on the first day of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial. A blame game is happening over the failures at Newark airport. Federal officials are warning about a listeria outbreak. Plus, we’ll explain the criticism surrounding a group of new arrivals in the US.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trade war breakthrough, Israeli-American hostage released, ‘Diddy’ trial begins & more
We start with the latest on the US stunning agreement with China to de-escalate their trade war. The last-known living American hostage in Gaza is finally free. President Donald Trump is defending a luxury gift from a royal family. We’re following new developments on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ criminal trial. Plus, Pope Leo’s message during his first address to reporters at the Vatican.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
US stocks surge, more Newark delays, Kentucky Derby winner fined & more
The stock market has had a positive reaction to the US and China's tariff rollback. The Supreme Court will hear a case over birthright citizenship this week. House Republicans have unveiled their plans for Medicaid, and it appears to be a compromise. More technical issues have caused problems at Newark Airport. Plus, we’ll tell you why the jockey who won this year’s Kentucky Derby has been fined and suspended.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices