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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 9 MIN

US Military Helping Stranded Ships, At Least 3 Die on Cruise, Prison Drones and more

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The US military to begin guiding civilian ships through Strait of Hormuz. A United airplane hits a pole and bakery truck as it lands at Newark Airport.  At least three people are dead from a suspected infection on a cruise. Drones are increasingly being used to get contraband inside prisons. Plus, the McMullet comes to life in New Zealand.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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