Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks, Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties, Hurricane Season Predictions and more

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Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue as the Israeli prime minister pursues talks with Lebanon. The First Lady blasted links to Jeffrey Epstein in rare remarks from the White House. We’ll break down what weather forecasters are expecting this hurricane season. ICE agents are starting to leave some airports, as a partial government shutdown continues. Plus, why scientists say the world’s oldest octopus may be something else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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