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A look at where Americans stand on aid to Ukraine after the House passes a controversial Defense bill and a man has been charged in a decades old Long Island murder case.

Hollywood actors strike, shutting down the film and TV industry; tips for staying cool while saving money (and the planet): 5 Things podcast

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Sweden is closer to NATO membership after Turkey removes their objection, baseball’s biggest stars face off in the All-Star Game: 5 Things podcast

Biden approves controversial weapons for Ukraine, June saw the smallest hiring gain since December 2020 and the Homeless World Cup kicks off.

A look at Russia’s next steps after a rebellion attempt, a heat dome drives record temps, and rural areas see ambulance shortages: 5 Things podcast

Putin calls the armed rebellion by a mercenary chief a betrayal, public grief and why its ok after the Titan sub disaster and I-95 reopens in Philadelphia.

No survivors were found after a catastrophic submersible implosion, Wembanyama highlights the 2023 NBA Draft class: 5 Things podcast