Stocks soar as Trump pauses most tariffs

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A suspect is in custody after a suspected arson attempt on the home of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson looks into the potential implications of tariffs on GOP political fortunes.President Donald Trump's approval rating falls in a new CBS poll, amid serious economic concerns.USA TODAY Consumer Travel Reporter Zach Wichter talks about how sacred sites are helping travelers reconnect.Rory McIlroy wins the Masters - and a career Grand Slam.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a recent expedition to Antarctica, researchers made a startling discovery after part of a huge ice sheet broke off. In the frigid waters originally hidden below, scientists discovered what appear to be new species of crustaceans, fish and other life forms. How is this possible and just how many more new life forms are waiting to be found? Jyotika Virmani, executive director of the Schmidt Ocean Institute, joins The Excerpt to share details of this remarkable discovery. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The case of a Maryland man accidentally deported to a notorious El Salvador prison has galvanized public attention. Gabrielle Banks, an editor on USA TODAY's politics team, discusses the latest on the return plan for Kilmar Abrego Garcia based on a Friday hearing.A judge will not curb immigration enforcement in places of worship. Also, Nineteen state attorneys general ask a federal judge to block President Donald Trump's international student-visa cancellations. Plus, a judge rules that Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported.USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison explains that Elon Musk lowered DOGE's projected savings dramatically.A Trump budget proposal would fully eliminate Head Start.A man has been arrested and charged with making online death threats against President Donald Trump, Elon Musk and ICE agents.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Trump administration to begin the process of releasing Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador.China will increase tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%.Inflation eased in March.USA TODAY Congress Reporter Riley Beggin discusses the blueprint approved by House Republicans to start work on President Donald Trump's agenda. Plus, the House GOP passes a bill to require proof of citizenship for voter registration, and approves a bill to restrict the reach of judges.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Department of Health and Human Services will know the cause of the 'autism epidemic' by September.USA TODAY Wellness Reporter Charles Trepany recounts his stay at a real-life 'White Lotus' hotel, and the broader appeal of wellness travel.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s allergy season and that means sneezing, coughing and itchy eyes for many. If you’ve wondered if your allergies are getting worse, you’re not alone. New research shows that pollen season is getting longer and more intense. But why? Lew Ziska, associate professor at Columbia University and a co-author of a new study on pollen, joins The Excerpt to share the science behind an intensifying allergy season.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USA TODAY Money Editor Charisse Jones takes a look at the market response to President Donald Trump's move pausing reciprocal tariffs for most countries.A jailed U.S. citizen has been released in a prisoner swap with Russia.USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran discusses how tourists detained by ICE are revealing shocking detention conditions.International tourists are turning away from the U.S. as a travel destination.The Masters golf tournament tees off.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at [email protected]. Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Microsoft says it has created a new state of matter to power quantum computers - one that’s neither liquid, solid nor gas. It’s the latest major announcement in the race to achieve a new level of computing power, one that’s exponentially faster by several magnitudes than traditional computers. This historic achievement will transform the development of new drug treatments, data encryption and artificial intelligence. How is Microsoft advancing the science of quantum computing? Chetan Nayak, a technical fellow in quantum hardware at Microsoft and co-author of the study that first presented Microsoft’s research in the scientific journal Nature, joins The Excerpt to talk about both the science and the progress. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Donald Trump's latest tariffs take effect Wednesday.USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Aysha Bagchi discusses the Supreme Court's move to halt the reinstatement of fired federal employees.Trump signs an executive order aimed at reviving the U.S. coal industry.Health Secretary RFK Jr. is going after fluoride in tap water.USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes says President Trump has cancelled hundreds of student visas.Texas surpasses 500 measles cases since January.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at [email protected]. Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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