One day in, where does the shutdown stand?

Summary

Apple News Today — "One day in, where does the shutdown stand?"

Date: October 2, 2025
Host: Shumita Basu

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Episode Overview

On this episode, Shumita Basu examines the first 24 hours of the latest US government shutdown, taking listeners inside the political stalemate shaping Capitol Hill. The show navigates through escalating partisan blame, the pivotal role of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, and mounting consequences including infrastructure freezes. Additional stories covered include allegations of abused citizens during ICE raids, an unusual NBA salary cap investigation, international headlines, and a tribute to the late Jane Goodall.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown: Deadlock & Blame Game

Timestamps: 00:34–04:22

• No End in Sight:
  • Senate voted 55–45 on a GOP-led funding bill with two Democrats and one Independent supporting, but fell short of the 60-vote threshold needed to reopen the government. (01:16–01:30)
• Partisan Accusations:
  • Republicans blame Democrats for bowing to the “far left,” while Democrats say Republicans, led by President Trump, are holding the government hostage over ACA subsidies.
    • "Democrats want to avert this crisis, but Republicans tried to bully us and it's clear they can't. Donald Trump and Republicans have shut down the government down because they don't want to provide health care to working class Americans." — Democratic Politician (00:46)
• Key Issue – ACA Subsidies:
  • Extension of COVID-era ACA subsidies is central. Allowing them to expire could raise health care costs for ~22 million Americans. (01:30–01:39)
  • GOP divided: Some senators open to extension, rank-and-file working toward compromise, but leadership won’t tie subsidies to a government funding resolution. (01:43–01:59)
• VP J.D. Vance Response:
  • “You don't have policy disagreements that serve as the basis for a government shutdown. Let's have the conversation about how to fix American healthcare … What you don't do is say unless you do exactly what we want to do as congressional Democrats, we're taken hostage.” (02:02)
• State Impact Profiled:
  • Fastest ACA uptake in Texas, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee, putting pressure on Republican senators. (02:32–02:39)
  • Claims circulate (debunked) about ACA expansion for undocumented migrants. (02:45–02:56)

2. Consequences: Unilateral Action & Infrastructure Freezes

Timestamps: 03:02–04:22

• Administration Ramping Up:
  • President Trump takes early aggressive actions, such as freezing $26 billion in infrastructure projects (including $18B in NY transit, $8B in energy projects across 16 Democrat-led states) as a retaliatory measure. (03:18–03:48)
  • “They've decided to put their own interpretation of proper culture ahead of our needs, the needs of a nation.” — NY Gov. Kathy Hochul reacting to suspended NY projects (04:00)
• Potential for Mass Firings:
  • OMB Director Russell Vogt warns of impending mass firings if impasse continues. (03:18–03:40)
• Market Reaction:
  • Financial markets remain stable for now, but shutdown expected to last at least three days. (04:18–04:22)

3. ICE Raids and US Citizens: Legal Battles Amid Enforcement

Timestamps: 04:38–08:12

• DHS Operations Largely Unaffected:
  • Most DHS/ICE operations continue; only 7% furloughed, signifying deportations remain a priority. (04:41–04:52)
• Aggressive ICE Tactics on US Citizens:
  • Notable incidents in California and New York where American citizens experienced forceful ICE detainment, prompting multimillion-dollar legal claims.
    • Rafi Shuhed’s Case:
      • 79-year-old car wash owner in Van Nuys, CA knocked down and pinned during a raid; held 12 hours, not charged, filed $50M suit. (05:24–06:16, 06:16)
        • "You can see in the video how he is sort of slammed to the ground, gets up and then runs outside ... two other federal agents tackle him to the pavement." — Lauren Viagran, USA Today (06:16)
    • George Reddes’ Case:
      • Iraq War veteran detained three days without attorney; also suing. (06:44–06:50)
• ICE Defense:
  • ICE claims "bystander" arrestees may have been impeding operations; will aggressively enforce immigration laws. (07:31)
• Few Consequences for Agents:
  • Officers involved in aggressive conduct rarely see sustained discipline; e.g., NY officer briefly relieved, now back at work. (07:53)

4. Scandal in Sports: NBA Salary Cap Investigation

Timestamps: 08:12–10:58

• Kawhi Leonard & Aspiration Deal:
  • Clippers’ star signed $28M endorsement deal with little public endorsement activity; followed by owner Ballmer’s $50M investment in Aspiration. Alleged as possible salary cap circumvention. (08:24–09:14)
    • “By all accounts, it seems that Kawhi Leonard did no public endorsing of Aspiration.” — Mike Vorkanov, The Athletic (08:40)
• NBA’s Response:
  • Investigation ongoing; potential to void Leonard’s contract if foul play proven. (10:01)
  • "The NBA is going to do their job. None of us did no wrongdoing. We invite the investigations. It's not going to be a distraction for me or the rest of the team.” — Kawhi Leonard (10:10)
• Process is Slow:
  • Any NBA action awaits outside law firm review, then arbitration. Such investigations are rare; last proven violation was 25 years ago. (10:31–10:58)

5. In Brief: International Updates & Remembrance of Jane Goodall

Timestamps: 11:11–13:56

• Israeli Naval Interception:
  • Israeli navy stops a 40-boat flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza; Greta Thunberg detained, but all safe. Flotilla called stop an "illegal attack." (11:15–11:47)
• Middle East Peace Efforts:
  • Tense wait as Hamas reviews Trump-Netanyahu peace proposal. (11:48–11:59)
• Afghanistan Internet Blackout:
  • Internet/cell service restored after two days — cause unclear. Taliban denies deliberate ban; people celebrate on reconnection. (12:04–12:35)
• Jane Goodall's Legacy:
  • Honoring the renowned primatologist’s life, including her tool-use discoveries and conservation advocacy.
    • “Learning how close to us in so many ways these amazing beings are. It's a little humbling because we're not quite as different from the rest of the animal kingdom as we used to think.” — Jane Goodall (13:21)

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Notable Quotes & Moments

• On partisanship and the shutdown:

  • “You don't have policy disagreements that serve as the basis for a government shutdown.” — VP J.D. Vance (02:02)
  • “They've decided to put their own interpretation of proper culture ahead of our needs, the needs of a nation.” — Gov. Kathy Hochul (04:00)

• On ICE enforcement and legal claims:

  • “You can see in the video how he is sort of slammed to the ground ... two other federal agents tackle him to the pavement.” — Lauren Viagran, USA Today (06:16)
  • “ICE is going to aggressively enforce the nation's immigration laws.” — Lauren Viagran citing ICE statement (07:31)

• On NBA salary cap investigation:

  • “It's pretty much well regarded and well agreed upon that the best NBA players are worth way more than whatever NBA teams can pay them.” — Mike Vorkanov, The Athletic (09:34)
  • “The NBA is going to do their job. None of us did no wrongdoing.” — Kawhi Leonard (10:10)

• In Memory of Jane Goodall:

  • “If that message comes home to us, it will lead to new attitudes to all the other amazing non human beings with whom we share the planet today.” — Jane Goodall (13:21)

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Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:34–04:22: Government shutdown coverage and political fallout
• 04:38–08:12: ICE actions, legal cases, and agency accountability
• 08:12–10:58: NBA salary cap scandal and investigation
• 11:11–13:02: Brief world news and updates
• 13:02–13:56: Tribute to Jane Goodall

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This episode provides a comprehensive snapshot of the unfolding government shutdown and its ripple effects, while weaving in narratives of citizen resistance, sports intrigue, and global headlines — all delivered with Apple News’ signature concise clarity.

Transcript

[Apple News Host]

Good morning. It's Thursday, October 2nd.

[Shemitah Basu]

I'm Shemitah Basu. This is Apple News Today.

[Apple News Host]

On today's show, the US Citizens fighting.

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Back after violent ice arrests inside the.

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Rare and scandalous NBA salary cap investigation.

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And remembering Jane Goodall.

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But first, we are 24 hours into the government shutdown on Capitol Hill yesterday.

[Shemitah Basu]

There was more voting, more finger pointing, but no breakthroughs.

[Republican Politician]

Here we are. Democrats have bowed to the far left and they've shut down the federal government.

[Democratic Politician]

Democrats want to avert this crisis, but Republicans tried to bully us and it's clear they can't. Donald Trump and Republicans have shut down the government down because they don't want to provide health care to working class Americans.

[Republican Politician]

President Trump is trying to mitigate the damage as much as possible, but the longer this goes on, the more pain will be inflicted because it is inevitable when the government shuts down in a third round.

[Apple News Host]

Yesterday, senators voted 55 to 45 on.

[Shemitah Basu]

The GOP led funding bill with two Democrats and one independent in favor of it and one Republican Senator Rand Paul voting against it.

[Apple News Host]

But it was still short of the.

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60 required to bring federal officials back to work.

[Apple News Host]

The stalemate continues to hinge primarily on the extension of COVID era Affordable Care act subsidies. If they expire, it could raise costs.

[Shemitah Basu]

For around 22 million Americans.

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Some Republicans have voiced a willingness to.

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Put extensions on the table in the near future.

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And rank and file senators are reportedly.

[Shemitah Basu]

Now working on a compromise plan. But so far nothing concrete has emerged.

[Apple News Host]

And the leadership has drawn a red.

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Line at attaching extensions to a resolution that would end the shutdown.

[Apple News Host]

Here's Vice President J.D.

[Shemitah Basu]

Vance in the White House press room yesterday.

[J.D. Vance]

You don't have policy disagreements that serve as the basis for a government shutdown. Let's have the conversation about how to fix American healthcare, about how to make healthcare more accessible. As the President showed he's more than willing to act on behalf of the American people for this very reason. What you don't do is say unless you do exactly what we want to do as congressional Democrats, we're taken hostage.

[Apple News Host]

The issue of ACA subsidies puts some.

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Republicans in a difficult position with their constituents.

[Apple News Host]

The Journal reports that the states seeing.

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Fastest growth in coverage uptake are Texas, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee.

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And Senator Josh Hawley has said Republicans.

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Can'T just let the subsidies expire.

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Some, including President Trump, have claimed that.

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The Democrats are trying to extend coverage to migrants without legal status, but they are not eligible for ACA coverage.

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And and so far, Democrats appear to.

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Be broadly united on their key demand.

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In the meantime, the administration is showing.

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Signs of how it might go further during this shutdown than it did in 2019.

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Speaker Johnson told ABC yesterday that the shutdown could allow the president to make.

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Unilateral decisions about which programs in the government are essential.

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And Politico reports that Russell Vogt, head.

[Shemitah Basu]

Of the Office of Management and Budget, told House Republicans on a call yesterday that the administration will begin mass firings in a day or two. In just the first 24 hours, Trump began to follow through with a threat he made earlier this week to target Democratic priorities. $26 billion in infrastructure projects has been frozen so far, including $8 billion in energy projects for 16 Democrat run states and $18 billion in New York transit projects.

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said they were.

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Reviewing what they described as discriminatory contracting.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul was in.

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The middle of a press conference when.

[Kathy Hochul]

She was told so that's what a partnership with Washington looks like. As we're standing here, we've done our part, we're ready to build, it's underway and now we realize that they've decided to put their own interpretation of proper culture ahead of our needs, the needs of a nation.

[Apple News Host]

So far, the markets have shrugged off the shutdown, which CNBC reports will now.

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Likely stretch to at least three days as senators observe. Yamaha Kapoor Today.

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A key part of the federal government that is largely still.

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Operational is the Department of Homeland security.

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Only about 7% of ice within DHS.

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Has been furloughed at the moment, as immigration enforcement is considered essential.

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Deportations have been a major feature of.

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The Trump administration, and in recent months the actions of some ICE agents have drawn scrutiny.

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That includes large scale use of masking and a recent incident in New York.

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City where an officer was captured on video pushing a woman to the ground outside of an immigration court. In some cases, people experiencing aggressive tactics.

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Are US Citizens, and USA Today reporter.

[Shemitah Basu]

Lauren Viagran told us about a few that are now pursuing legal action and seeking millions in damages.

[Lauren Viagran]

Rafi Shuhed is one of several American citizens who have filed multimillion dollar tort claims against U.S. immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security after what they describe as violent interactions or violent arrests with federal agents during immigration raids.

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Shuhed is the 79 year old owner.

[Shemitah Basu]

Of a car wash in Van Nuys, California that was raided by ice.

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One surveillance video shows a federal agent.

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Knocking Shuhed down inside the car wash.

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Another shows agents tackling the man outside.

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And pinning him to the ground.

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Shuhed was detained for close to 12.

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Hours and was not charged with a crime.

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He has filed a $50 million tort.

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Claim against federal immigration agents claiming they illegally assaulted and battered him during their sweep of his business.

[Lauren Viagran]

You can see in the video how he is sort of slammed to the ground, gets up and then runs outside where his attorney tell me he was trying to tell agents that he had the paperwork for his workers, but at some point outside, apparently unprovoked. From the surveillance video, you can see two other federal agents tackle him to the pavement.

[Apple News Host]

In August, US Citizen and Iraq War.

[Shemitah Basu]

Veteran George Reddes filed a suit against.

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DHS after ICE agents allegedly broke his.

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Car window and arrested him, was held for three days without an attorney and is seeking unspecified damages.

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Both Reddis and Shuhed filed under the.

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Federal Tort Claims Act.

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It was set up to help people.

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Sue after they've been harmed by government employees.

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A recent budget report shows that ICE.

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Was defending more than 350 administrative tort claims, seeking more than $50 billion in damages. In 2023, they paid out more than $800,000 in completed claims.

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The Department of Homeland Security's guidelines say that agents may use objectively reasonable force and that physical force must stop when.

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Resistance is under control.

[Lauren Viagran]

ICE has told USA TODAY that in several of these cases in which you see a U.S. citizen or other bystanders arrested in the course of an immigration raid, that those people may have been assaulting federal officers or impeding their operations, and that ICE is going to aggressively enforce the nation's immigration laws.

[Apple News Host]

USA TODAY notes that there have been.

[Shemitah Basu]

Few public consequences for ICE agents captured on video being aggressive. Though the officer we mentioned in New York was relieved of his duties, he is reportedly back at work now.

[Apple News Host]

As the NBA preseason kicks off today. Let's turn now to an unusual story.

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That'S consumed the sport this summer.

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It all began In April of 2022, when LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard signed.

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A $28 million endorsement deal with a company called Aspiration, which offered carbon offsets and banking services.

[Apple News Host]

Now, endorsement deals are nothing new in.

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The world of pro sports, but Leonard appeared to have signed the deal in exchange for doing nothing.

[Mike Vorkanov]

The curious thing about it is, is that by all accounts, it seems that Kawhi Leonard did no public endorsing of Aspiration.

[Apple News Host]

Mike Vorkanov is a national basketball reporter for the Athletic.

[Mike Vorkanov]

There seems to be no trail of any sort of him doing any kind of public marketing campaign or anything really on behalf of Aspiration.

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The owner of the clippers, former Microsoft.

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CEO Steve Ballmer, made a $50 million investment into the now bankrupt aspiration shortly after Leonard signed an extension with the team in 2021.

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The arrangement, first reported by the sports.

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Journalist Pablo Torre, is alleged to have been a way for the Clippers to circumvent the NBA salary cap.

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That cap exists to try and keep.

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A level playing field across the league.

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And preclude someone like Ballmer, the world's.

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10Th richest person, from just buying any player at any price.

[Mike Vorkanov]

It's pretty much well regarded and well agreed upon that the best NBA players are worth way more than whatever NBA teams can pay them. And one way to keep a player happy and one way to ingratiate yourself with him and build a relationship with him is to find a way to enrich him beyond perhaps just what the league rules allow you to do.

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The deal is now the subject of.

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An NBA investigation, and the consequences if the allegations are proven true could be.

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As severe as voiding Leonard's contract. The Clippers and Ballmer have denied the allegations, and Leonard spoke out about it.

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For the first time this week.

[Democratic Politician]

The NBA is going to do their job. None of us did no wrongdoing. We invite the investigations. It's not going to be a distraction for me or the rest of the team.

[Apple News Host]

To be clear, there are no criminal.

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Allegations and the NBA is the sole entity looking into this.

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And Vorkanoff says that before the NBA can act, an outside law firm needs.

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To finish its work investigating.

[Mike Vorkanov]

Then the NBA has to decide whether they want to punish or try to punish the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. If they decide that there is something punishable there, if there was something, something that was done that was against their rules, they then have to go take it to a system arbitrator and present their case. And the system arbitrator then has to sign off on that punishment. So there's a long ways to go.

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Salary cap investigations are rare in the NBA.

[Shemitah Basu]

It's been 25 years since the league proved the violation.

[Apple News Host]

Before we let you go, a few.

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Other stories were following.

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Israeli naval ships intercepted a group of about 40 boats attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, one of which was carrying.

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Environmental activist Greta Thunberg, who was detained.

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The ships were part of the Global.

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Sumud flotilla led by pro Palestinian activists who sought to break through an Israeli blockade. The ships were warned before the interception.

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And Israeli officials said Thunberg and her.

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Friends are safe and healthy.

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Organizers called the stop an illegal attack.

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On unarmed humanitarians in international waters.

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The incident comes at a tense time.

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In Gaza, as the world waits for Hamas's response to a proposed peace plan presented by President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week.

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Hamas is said to be open to.

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The proposal, but is asking for more time to review the conditions.

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Internet is now restored in Afghanistan, where.

[Shemitah Basu]

People endured two days of chaos and information blackout. The sudden online and cell phone outage grounded airports, paralyzed the economy and sparked mass confusion.

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No reason was given for the blackout.

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Or, for that matter, yesterday's restoration.

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Some Taliban leaders denied it was an.

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Intentional ban, but it comes amid a broader Internet crackdown in some provinces to, in the words of one leader, prevent vices.

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The BBC's Afghan service reports that people.

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Were celebrating in the streets of Kabul when the signal returned.

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And finally, Jane Goodall, the primatologist who rose to prominence for her decades of.

[Shemitah Basu]

Work with chimpanzees in Africa, died at the age of 91 on Wednesday. Goodall made countless discoveries about the lives of chimps.

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Most notable was her breakthrough discovery that.

[Shemitah Basu]

Chimps create and use tools. It was previously thought that humans were the only species capable of doing that.

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She progressed from scientific observation work to.

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Conservation after seeing how habitat destruction and trafficking threatened chimpanzees. Her work inspired generations of scientists to pursue the study of primates.

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Here she is in 1990 speaking to.

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CBS about what she hoped her work conveyed to the world.

[Jane Goodall]

Well, there's a very broad message in that, learning how close to us in so many ways these amazing beings are. It's a little humbling because we're not quite as different from the rest of the animal kingdom as we used to think. And I believe that if that message comes home to us, it will lead to new attitudes to all the other amazing non human beings with whom we share the planet today.

[Apple News Host]

Goodall was just 26 years old when.

[Shemitah Basu]

She first began her fieldwork in Tanzania.

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You can find all these stories and.

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More in the Apple News app.

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And if you're already listening in the.

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News app right now, we've got a narrated article cover. Coming up next, the New Yorker reports on how some patients are starting to trust AI more than their doctors when it comes to medical diagnoses. But with this new tech also comes new risks.

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[Shemitah Basu]

Follow Apple News plus narrated to find that story. And I'll be back with the news tomorrow.