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Get an unbiased take on the news stories leading the day. Join Straight Arrow News for a few minutes, five days a week, to stay ahead of the never-ending news cycle. Bringing you fact-based news for a balanced view with reporting you can trust.
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Episodes
Iran seizes ships in Hormuz standoff; Judge blocks Virginia redistricting map
4/23/2026
Peace talks stall as the fight over Hormuz hardens. The U.S. and Iran dig in over control of the strait, leaving negotiations on hold.
Plus, a sudden U.S. Navy shakeup rattles the Pentagon. The secretary is out as a power struggle surfaces at the top.
And Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding clears the Senate overnight, as Republicans pass it without new limits after a late-night vote.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Duración:00:09:25
Ceasefire extended, but Iran talks freeze; Virginia redraw could shift House control
4/22/2026
Peace talks stall just as the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. holds. Iran skips negotiations, and the U.S. leans on its Hormuz blockade, leaving the next move uncertain.
Plus, Virginia voters approve a new congressional map, giving Democrats a major edge heading into the midterms.
And a growing mystery around 11 dead or missing U.S.-linked scientists. Now, the FBI is trying to determine if any of the cases are connected.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Duración:00:10:19
Iran talks in doubt as Vance heads to Pakistan; Missed warning signs in Louisiana killing
4/21/2026
Vice President JD Vance heads to Pakistan, but Iran says it won’t show after the U.S. seized one of its ships. The next round of peace talks is now in doubt.
Plus, President Donald Trump puts faith in the spotlight. He’ll read scripture in prime time Tuesday night, turning a livestream into a political moment.
And a major shift at Apple. Tim Cook steps down, handing off control of one of the most powerful companies in tech.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Duración:00:08:22
Iran vows retaliation after US seizes ship; Father kills 8 children in Louisiana
4/20/2026
President Donald Trump threatens to strike Iran’s infrastructure after a U.S. naval clash at sea. Now, Tehran is warning of retaliation as talks hang in the balance.
Plus, a Louisiana father kills eight children, including seven of his own, before police shoot him. Investigators point to a domestic breakdown, but key questions remain.
And a bar fight erupts into gunfire near the University of Iowa. As of Monday morning, five people are hospitalized, and police are searching for those involved.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 20, 2026.
Duración:00:09:09
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire falters; Trump clashes with Pope over Iran
4/17/2026
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is showing early cracks, raising questions about whether it holds.
Plus, the clash between President Donald Trump and the pope turns more direct. The two are now publicly at odds over Iran, faith and nuclear weapons.
And tariff refunds will soon be coming, but not for everyone. Businesses can start claiming money back, but the process is far from automatic.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 17, 2026.
Duración:00:09:12
Iran threatens oil choke as US targets banks; Gabbard files referrals over impeachment whistleblower
4/16/2026
President Donald Trump claims the war is “close to over,” but Iran says it can still choke off global oil. Threats now stretch well beyond Hormuz, putting multiple shipping lanes at risk.
Plus, impeachment talk is back — and expanding. Democrats are now targeting more than just Trump as pressure builds on multiple fronts.
And Ticketmaster and Live Nation take a major hit in court. A jury finds they overcharged fans, with penalties now up to a judge.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Duración:00:08:08
Trump signals Iran talks, claims Hormuz control; Lawmakers eye more exits
4/15/2026
President Donald Trump has signaled that a second round of U.S.–Iran talks is coming into focus. Officials are now indicating how soon both sides could be back at the table.
Plus, Rep. Eric Swalwell is out, but the story isn’t slowing down. A new accuser says he drugged and sexually assaulted her, and now she’s going to the police.
And a dramatic return from space playing out on video. New footage shows Navy divers reaching the Artemis II crew — and bringing them safely home.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Duración:00:09:31
China enters Iran talks as diplomacy grows; Trump refuses apology to pope
4/14/2026
Peace talks widen as China steps in alongside the U.S. and Iran. Both sides remain split Tuesday morning on limits to Iran’s nuclear program.
Plus, Rep. Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress after multiple misconduct accusations. And he’s not the only lawmaker leaving office Tuesday.
And Camp Mystic moves to reopen after the flood that killed 27 people last year, as families continue pressing for answers in court.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Duración:00:10:01
Trump vows Strait of Hormuz blockade; Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race
4/13/2026
President Donald Trump announces a blockade of ships entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz, starting Monday morning, as peace talks with Iran fail. Oil prices are climbing past $100 a barrel again as the world watches to see what happens next.
Plus, calling him terrible on foreign policy, Trump delivers a harsh critique of Pope Leo XIV and his resistance to the war in Iran and U.S. military interventions in Venezuela.
And a California lawmaker hoping to become the next governor of California withdraws after claims of sexual assault by staffers.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 13, 2026.
Duración:00:09:05
Iran denies breaking ceasefire; USPS tables pensions amid ‘cash crisis’
4/10/2026
The fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran continues, with peace talks set for Saturday. What President Donald Trump said about Iran’s hold on the key oil passageway, the Strait of Hormuz.
Plus, a soldier who survived a deadly Iranian drone attack in Kuwait at the start of the war claims the U.S. military was unprepared for the force of the blast.
And first lady Melania Trump speaks out about Jeffrey Epstein. What she calls lies and why she decided to make a public statement.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 10, 2026.
Duración:00:09:44
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire; Bondi won’t testify on Epstein files
4/9/2026
Possible complications with the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. How Israeli bombing attacks on Lebanon appear to be clouding the agreement.
Plus, Pam Bondi is no longer attorney general, and she has no plans to return to Washington to testify before Congress in the Epstein case. Will the threat of contempt compel her to change her mind?
And his wife went overboard while on a small boat in the Bahamas. The husband says high winds, rough seas and the current swept her away. But now he’s under arrest, and she’s still missing.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Duración:00:08:22
Iran deal pauses fighting, Hormuz control looms; GOP wins Georgia seat
4/8/2026
A two-week ceasefire is now in place between the U.S. and Iran. The focus shifts to whether it holds — and whether shipping through the Strait of Hormuz resumes.
Plus, Republicans hold a key House seat in Georgia with a double-digit win. But the race now heads to another primary and likely a November rematch.
And NASA releases stunning new close-up images of the moon from Artemis II’s flyby.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Duración:00:09:30
Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump deadline nears; Artemis crew heads home
4/7/2026
Iran rejects a 45-day ceasefire and holds its position as fighting continues. President Donald Trump’s deadline to strike key infrastructure now moves front and center.
Plus, the Artemis II crew heads back to Earth after a record-setting lunar flyby. Astronauts travel farther from Earth than any humans ever.
And voters head to the polls in a Georgia runoff election with an outcome that could shift control of the House.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Duración:00:08:29
Hormuz tensions spike as Trump warns Iran; Artemis nears moon flyby
4/6/2026
President Donald Trump sets a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and warns of “hell” if it doesn’t. Fighting has escalated this morning with new strikes and missile attacks as time runs out.
Plus, Trump endorses Steve Hilton in California’s gubernatorial race, narrowing the GOP path to the general election in the state’s top-two system.
And NASA’s Artemis II crew enters the moon’s orbit path ahead of Monday’s flyby. Astronauts are set to travel farther from Earth than any humans ever.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 6, 2026.
Duración:00:10:41
US destroys Iran bridges, more targets ahead; Bondi still called to testify
4/3/2026
The U.S. strikes three key bridges inside Iran, and President Donald Trump warns power plants could be next.
Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth forces out the Army’s top general. A close ally steps in as the Pentagon tightens control of leadership.
And Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi. But lawmakers are still pushing to compel her testimony on the Epstein files.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 3, 2026.
Duración:00:08:15
Trump vows more Iran strikes; Artemis II launches toward the moon
4/2/2026
President Donald Trump says the war in Iran will continue until objectives are met. As of Thursday morning, there is no timeline and no clear off-ramp.
Plus, nearly three dozen countries scramble to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran disrupts a key oil route. The U.S. steps back, forcing allies to figure it out.
And Artemis II blasts off and heads toward the moon. The first real test is now underway, with astronauts already in deep space.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Duración:00:10:37
Trump eyes Iran war exit, may attend SCOTUS birthright citizenship hearing
4/1/2026
Ahead of a prime-time address Wednesday night, President Donald Trump says the U.S. could end its offensive in Iran within weeks, even as forces surge into the region.
Plus, the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship as Trump says he may attend. He would be the first sitting president ever to appear at oral arguments.
And NASA targets a crewed moon launch tonight for the first time in more than 50 years.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Duración:00:10:08
US strike hits Iran nuclear hit as gas tops $4; Trump unveils Miami library tower
3/31/2026
The U.S. hits a key nuclear site in Iran with a bunker buster strike, targeting a facility tied to enriched uranium.
Plus, lawmakers leave Washington with no deal as the DHS shutdown drags on, putting pressure on airport operations and security funding.
And Army helicopters fly low and hover outside Kid Rock’s Nashville home in a training run caught on video. The footage triggers a military review into whether flight rules were followed.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Duración:00:08:47
Trump eyes Iran oil takeover; US allows Russian oil to Cuba
3/30/2026
The U.S. weighs seizing Iran’s oil and a key export island as the war enters week five.
Plus, a Russian oil tanker heads to Cuba with more than 700,000 barrels of fuel, and with President Donald Trump’s blessing.
And Transportation Security Administration workers are expected to start getting paid again this week. The question now is whether enough return to ease long security lines at airports.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 30, 2026.
Duración:00:10:17
DHS funding bill heads to House; Judge says Anthropic not a ‘supply chain risk’
3/27/2026
A Department of Homeland Security bill heads to the House after the Senate approved funding to end the partial government shutdown and pay the Transportation Security Administration.
Plus, a judge says Anthropic AI is not a “supply chain risk,” temporarily blocking two Trump administration actions against the company.
And President Donald Trump is breaking with tradition and will soon become the first sitting president to have his signature on paper currency.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, March 27, 2026.
Duración:00:09:15