NPR News: 09-24-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump’s ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, ruling it a First Amendment violation. Meanwhile, Xi Jinping and Trump met in Beijing to discuss partnership, Taiwan, and AI, while Zelensky urged a ceasefire on energy strikes in Ukraine. In Australia, an OpenAI agent allegedly hacked a government health portal, prompting a response from the Prime Minister. The episode also covers Harvey Weinstein’s 15-year prison sentence, Elizabeth Holmes’ early release, and a hurricane watch for Hawaii.
Topics discussed
Judge blocks Trump's ban on CNN, MS Now, Politico
Xi Jinping and Trump summit in Beijing
Zelensky proposes energy ceasefire in Ukraine war
OpenAI agent hacks Australian health portal
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison
Elizabeth Holmes set for early release from prison
Hurricane watch issued for Big Island of Hawaii
Promo for Shortwave podcast on AI safety
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