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The Iran-backed Houthi militia launched two hits on a Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia over the weekend, killing 13 people. NBC News chief international correspondent Kier Simmons looks into whether the deadliest attacks on a regional U.S. ally since the war with Iran began could open up another front. Plus, states are cleaning up from Hurricane Isaias, which hit Florida and Alabama over the past weekend and killed four people. NBC News correspondent Jesse Kirsch breaks down how prepared states are to deal with the aftermath of these disasters in the wake of FEMA cuts. Finally, a slew of films focusing on Silicon Valley giants like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are coming to the big screen once again. NBC News entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas discusses why Hollywood is spotlighting these stories and why they might not be resonating with audiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As early voting gets underway ahead of the midterms, Garrett Haake goes behind the scenes of America’s elections to ask a fundamental question: Can voters trust the results? Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt explains how officials are preparing for everything from cyberattacks and AI-generated misinformation to voter intimidation and potential federal interference. Then, NBC News senior reporter Jane C. Timm takes us inside Georgia’s election system, where Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is turning to security measures, audits and a lot of data to combat distrust. Plus, why counting votes takes time, what makes voting by mail secure, and what election officials are most worried about this November. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Hurricane Isaias barrels toward the Gulf Coast, AI models are being used for the first time to track the storm’s progress. NBC meteorologist Bill Karins explains how they differ from conventional models and why the National Hurricane Center is optimistic about the use of AI. Then, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the first military execution by firing squad since World War II - and he wants it livestreamed. NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube explains why that could be challenged in court and how the Fort Hood shooter’s background could play a role. Finally, as actress and comedian Michelle Buteau gears up for her “Surviving and Thriving” world tour and an upcoming Netflix special, she joins us to share lessons she has learned about self-love, being a woman in comedy, and why she doesn’t mind holding a grudge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Donald Trump has been telling voters that the drug prices on TrumpRx.gov are the lowest in the world. But that’s not the case, according to a recent analysis of more than two dozen medications on the site. NBC News health and medical reporter Berkeley Lovelace Jr. breaks down where and why the savings are lower than the president has claimed. Then, Russia has been intensifying attacks on Ukraine, sending civilian deaths surging. While Ukraine has been striking back, it’s struggling without a full supply of air defenses. NBC News chief international correspondent Keir Simmons explains why there’s concern that Russian President Vladimir Putin could use this opportunity to extend the conflict into Europe. Finally, another twist in the saga of the ex-CIA officer who was arrested with millions of dollars of stolen money and gold bars in his home. NBC News senior homeland security correspondent Julia Ainsley details David Rush’s story and explains why it is bringing up questions about vetting and oversight at the CIA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Republican candidates in Maine, Michigan, Iowa and Georgia separated themselves from President Trump’s most unpopular policies in debates on Tuesday night. NBC News chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles explains how GOP candidates are threading the needle on issues like the war in Iran, data centers and tariffs as the midterms inch closer. Plus, hundreds of schools in France have been closed as protests over decrepit conditions continue into their third week. NBC News chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel takes us onto the streets of Paris, where some protests have turned violent, and breaks down the changes thousands of parents, teachers and students are demanding. Lastly, actor and comedian DL Hughley discusses his new book, “Charlie’s Boy,” out this week. It’s a memoir of his upbringing in South Central Los Angeles and his journey to discovering that the man he called “father” was not his biological father. He talks about reckoning with that revelation, his stint as a member of the Bloods gang, and how he found direction in the most unlikely of places: Ohio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anger over Cornell University’s handling of an alleged 2024 sexual assault is rippling across campus. Thousands of students have gathered to protest and faculty have introduced a resolution declaring a no-confidence vote in the university administration. NBC News correspondent Maggie Vespa joins from Ithaca, New York, to explain what students are demanding — and how the university is responding. Plus, three years ago Hamas militants entered Israel from Gaza and carried out terror attacks in several towns near the border, also taking hundreds of people hostage. Israel retaliated with a war that destabilized the region and led to a humanitarian crisis in Gaza. On the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks, we speak with Gil Dickmann — whose cousin was taken hostage and killed by Hamas — about why he’s calling for more accountability from the Israeli government in light of new reports that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ignored warnings of an attack and what he’s expecting from the upcoming Israeli elections. Then, Mohammed al Aklouk, an aid worker for the Norwegian Refugee Council based in Gaza City, shares what’s changed for Palestinians in Gaza since the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire one year ago and why many in Gaza are still struggling to access essential services including food and shelter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Supreme Court is back in session, with a docket of cases ranging from voting access to President Trump’s crackdown on immigration. While the conservative-majority court largely upheld the president’s agenda last term, it also dealt him losses on key priorities. NBC News senior Supreme Court reporter Lawrence Hurley parses why this year is likely to yield more wins for the administration. Then, Latino voters swung in favor of Trump in 2024, but the GOP is now falling out of favor, according to a new NBC News/Telemundo poll. NBC News chief data analyst Steve Kornacki explains what issues are driving this dip in support and where it could hurt the GOP — and help Democrats the most — in the upcoming election. Plus, Tom Cruise has been going all in to promote the climate change satire “Digger,” but Warner Bros.’ last theatrical release before merging with Paramount-Skydance could become one of the biggest flops of his career. NBC News managing editor for business Mike Calia explains why audiences didn’t dig “Digger” and what it portends for Hollywood’s new consolidated era. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For decades, Texas has been the deep-red heart of the Republican Party. For Democrats, it’s the white whale. But this midterm cycle, political observers think they may have a chance. In the Senate contest, most polls show Democratic State Rep. James Talarico ahead of Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton by a few points. And in the race for governor, Democratic State Rep. Gina Hinojosa is in surprisingly close competition with the incumbent, Republican Greg Abbott, despite being outspent by a mile. For this episode of Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition, NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake headed to Austin to sit down with Hinojosa and Texas Tribune Editor-in-Chief Matthew Watkins to ask: Could this finally be Democrats’ year in Texas? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump is on a major campaign blitz to help Republicans hold on to their narrow majority in Congress. One of the first stops on his tour: Texas, where Attorney General Ken Paxton is locked in an unexpectedly close Senate race with Democrat James Talarico. Now, top Democrats are funding ads in support of Talarico. NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake explains why Democrats think they may be able to finally flip Texas. Next, a Dateline investigation looks into how a 30-year-old sexual-assault cold case was solved - and still didn’t yield justice for the victim. Authorities were able to identify Dana Beatty’s attacker, but state statute of limitations kept them from prosecuting him. Dateline NBC correspondent Blayne Alexander explains the legal roadblocks for those seeking accountability for sexual violence and how they differ across the country. Lastly, the price you’re being charged for concert tickets might depend on how much the ticket vendor knows about you. NBC News anchor and chief consumer investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen explains how “price experiments” work and what consumers can do to protect themselves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tennessee’s governor called off executions for the rest of the year after Christa Pike, the only woman on death row in the state, survived a lethal injection execution attempt Wednesday. It’s the second time this year that an execution in Tennessee has gone awry. NBC News senior reporter Erik Ortiz explains what happened inside the death chamber and what this means for future executions in the state. Then, the family of Renee Good is suing the U.S. government, top Trump administration officials and the ICE officer who fatally shot her during the administration's immigration operations in Minnesota in January. With criminal investigations in limbo, her family is seeking accountability from the government, alleging wrongful death and excessive force. NBC News legal analyst Misty Marris explains the crux of the two federal civil suits and how steep that legal battle could be. Finally, Big Tech companies like Meta, Anthropic and OpenAI are pitching AI assistants to help users do things like book flights and shop for groceries. But some of the largest online retailers are shutting them out. NBC News reporter David Ingram takes us inside the battle for your online shopping cart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after a pilot was attacked by his co-pilot in the cockpit, sending the plane plummeting more than 14,000 feet in under 30 seconds. NBC international correspondent Matt Bradley takes us onboard Flight FZ1073 as the incident unfolded and explains why investigators are not ruling out terrorism. Next, the Trump administration faces bipartisan criticism for new “public service announcements” that were funded by Customs and Border Protection and bear a striking resemblance to President Trump’s 2024 campaign ads. NBC News senior homeland security correspondent Julia Ainsley breaks down how the ads got made – and whether this use of taxpayer money is even legal. Finally, exclusive NBC reporting revealed that incarcerated music producer Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been living a life of luxury with alcohol, special meals and even a masseuse while serving a sentence for sex crimes. NBC News entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas delves into how Diddy has been able to get around prison restrictions and how this reporting could impact the remainder of his prison sentence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration is pitching its new website, America.gov, as an AI-powered one-stop shop for tasks like renewing your passport and signing up for Medicare. White House correspondent Monica Alba walks us through how the new site works — and how it fits into the AI summit President Donald Trump held at the White House. Then, former special counsel Jack Smith went head-on with Republican senators on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, defending the federal indictments against Trump in the 2020 election interference case and the classified documents case. NBC News White House and Capitol Hill correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains why Smith was in the hot seat and what could happen with these cases if Democrats retake control of Congress in the midterm elections. Plus, Major League Baseball’s Wild Card Series kicks off Tuesday, with some big rivals going head-to-head, including the Phillies vs. the Braves and the Yankees vs. the Red Sox. But can any team beat the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers? NBC Sports analyst and former Chicago Cubs star Anthony Rizzo gives his take on what to watch out for this postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A New York district attorney is reopening an investigation into an alleged “gang-rape” at Cornell University in 2024 after a former student, identified as Jane Doe, filed a civil lawsuit against the university and others earlier this month. NBC News legal analyst Misty Marris explains how the initial Title IX investigation differed from a criminal investigation and what role new evidence, including social media messages written that night, may play. Then, some Republicans in competitive midterm races have started distancing themselves from President Trump on issues including the war in Iran, AI and data centers. NBC News National Politics Reporter Allan Smith explains their motivation and why the president has mostly refrained from turning his supporters against them. And finally, global temperatures have been rising faster than scientists’ projections for years. NBC News science reporter Evan Bush tells us about a new study that points the finger at an unlikely culprit: missing dust. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Democrats grapple with what their party stands for, one issue continues to divide them: Israel. The first signs of a fissure came after Israel began its invasion of Gaza in response to the Oct. 7 attacks. Some progressive Democrats demanded a more forceful U.S. response to what they saw as war crimes being committed with the help of American weapons and military aid. By the fall of 2024, a larger movement against the war had grown: More than 100,000 Democrats cast uncommitted ballots in the Michigan primary — a harbinger of Kamala Harris’ ultimate loss to Donald Trump. Since then, polls show that voter support for Israel has continued to decline in both parties. But among Democrats, that erosion has been far more dramatic. So how should the party position itself on Israel policy in 2026 — and eventually, 2028? In this episode of "Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition," we ask two Democrats on opposite sides of this debate: Tariq Habash, a co-founder of A New Policy, a political group that advises candidates like Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, and Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., who says he lost his primary because of his position on Israel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Homebuyers, beware! Mortgage rates topped 7.45% this week, a new high that is throwing a curveball in an already fragile real estate market. NBC News chief business correspondent Christine Romans explains what’s driving the spike and how it fits into the broader economic picture. Then, an NBC News report found that thousands of Ukrainian prisoners have been forced to denounce the war effort in Russian propaganda videos. NBC News senior technology reporter Jane Lytvynenko spoke with former prisoners of war about how these videos have torn their families and communities apart. Finally, Taylor Swift dropped four new songs, plus a 13-second teaser for a music video that will debut at the VMAs this weekend. NBC News correspondent Emilie Ikeda breaks down how fans are responding and helps us decipher the Easter eggs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.