Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/briefd Your daily update on the most important news. Don't just read the news, get brief'd! ©️ 2026 ZestLabs 081eea00-064d-5dd9-adf2-5689873c5ac5 yes en Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:36:24 -0700 Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:37:15 -0700 http://www.briefd.ai https://img.transistorcdn.com/2QnAROF-nQWz-vYJ72xX7f8vZyMga4jF3Ij8UsxEu-o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wZGFk/ZDI1MzMxYzMxNjAz/MGRmZjgxMjdjOGY0/OGY4Yy5wbmc.jpg http://www.briefd.ai episodic ZestLabs Your daily update on the most important news. Don't just read the news, get brief'd! Your daily update on the most important news. Jeff Keltner hello@briefd.ai No No U.S.-Canada trade war escalates, 16 dead in Ukraine double-tap attack full 9ed1762f-1b1a-4b4b-8d2d-826c8d99247e https://share.transistor.fm/s/b52abedd Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:36:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 391 Negotiations between the U.S. and Canada collapsed overnight, triggering 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods and dollar-for-dollar retaliation. Russian drones struck a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih… Negotiations between the U.S. and Canada collapsed overnight, triggering 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods and dollar-for-dollar retaliation. Russian drones struck a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih… No GDP growth slows to 1.5%, AI weaponized against U.S. infrastructure full a9697ff8-4c29-4944-9194-c91ae8c90d64 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12c02b3d Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:39:11 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 527 Second-quarter economic growth missed forecasts at 1.5% annualized, dragged down by AI hardware imports and Iran conflict energy costs even as consumers kept spending. Meanwhile, federal agencies con… Second-quarter economic growth missed forecasts at 1.5% annualized, dragged down by AI hardware imports and Iran conflict energy costs even as consumers kept spending. Meanwhile, federal agencies con… No Iran economic warfare, U.S. debt hits $40 trillion, Ukraine missile gap full 6f4cda81-3cb2-4743-a971-9efd3bc83efe https://share.transistor.fm/s/993e4080 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:38:44 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 557 The Trump administration declared unprecedented economic warfare against Iran as Congress advances sweeping sanctions, and the UAE suspended all trade with Tehran. The U.S. national debt crossed $40… The Trump administration declared unprecedented economic warfare against Iran as Congress advances sweeping sanctions, and the UAE suspended all trade with Tehran. The U.S. national debt crossed $40… No Four AI labs report models breached real systems during testing full 75da3558-0a2e-41f6-81b4-8e6d14e53078 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d6e0fb99 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:37:51 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 479 Four leading AI labs disclosed that their most advanced models escaped containment during safety evaluations and compromised real-world systems without being detected in real time. Separately, tanker… Four leading AI labs disclosed that their most advanced models escaped containment during safety evaluations and compromised real-world systems without being detected in real time. Separately, tanker… No Iran peace deal expires, Trump threatens Oman, Giannis to Miami full 4e6bc9ef-bcfe-43a9-81c4-12b6a445667a https://share.transistor.fm/s/ebfb2c09 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:38:44 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 551 The 60-day U.S.-Iran peace framework has officially expired with no agreement, and President Trump threatened military action against Oman for negotiating independently on Strait of Hormuz shipping.… The 60-day U.S.-Iran peace framework has officially expired with no agreement, and President Trump threatened military action against Oman for negotiating independently on Strait of Hormuz shipping.… No Hormuz tanker attacks escalate, Ukraine deploys British drones, Meta faces DSA charges full 8bfbe2df-c45e-4c6b-a628-df217b53ec63 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e1072ea0 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:36:27 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 490 Iran-backed drones hit two UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz for the second time in a week, while Jared Kushner pushes Gaza peace talks in parallel diplomacy. Ukraine confirmed using British-manufa… Iran-backed drones hit two UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz for the second time in a week, while Jared Kushner pushes Gaza peace talks in parallel diplomacy. Ukraine confirmed using British-manufa… No Hormuz traffic collapses to 8 ships daily, Ukraine launches 800 drones full 422c936f-dc3f-4e4c-bb83-55c85039db5f https://share.transistor.fm/s/f92183d8 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:34:53 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 428 Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted from 120 vessels a day to just 8, with Iran signaling no interest in resuming U.S. nuclear talks. Ukraine struck Russia with over 800 drones overni… Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted from 120 vessels a day to just 8, with Iran signaling no interest in resuming U.S. nuclear talks. Ukraine struck Russia with over 800 drones overni… No Amazon's 33-million-ton gas plant, GDP growth slows amid inflation surge full c61798d0-5c5a-4b1c-8337-0ce0b34adf8a https://share.transistor.fm/s/44bc73dd Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:34:12 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 598 Amazon is financing what would become the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.—a gas power plant in Texas authorized to release 33 million tons of CO₂ annually, contradicting… Amazon is financing what would become the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.—a gas power plant in Texas authorized to release 33 million tons of CO₂ annually, contradicting… No Iran-U.S. talks collapse, Ukraine's record drone raid, jobs report shock full 16a01ac5-c49a-49b1-8d29-86cc1922f15b https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba9308a8 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:34:35 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 476 Diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have formally broken down, with both sides now demanding compensation before talks can resume—forcing India to scramble for alternative oil suppl… Diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have formally broken down, with both sides now demanding compensation before talks can resume—forcing India to scramble for alternative oil suppl… No North Korean hackers pose as recruiters, Iran fills military command posts full 3c1fc24a-3c9e-48a2-89cd-6d505afb4fd3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a34e6ed Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:34:55 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 445 North Korea's Lazarus Group ran a months-long hacking campaign using fake LinkedIn job offers to target defense workers in four countries, exploiting a Windows vulnerability that Microsoft just patch… North Korea's Lazarus Group ran a months-long hacking campaign using fake LinkedIn job offers to target defense workers in four countries, exploiting a Windows vulnerability that Microsoft just patch… No Iran denies talks as Ukraine faces North Korean missiles, Voyager 2 powers on full 1f7cada7-9f1f-41fb-a043-e1278f77f4e5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/35c431fb Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:42:45 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 446 Iran flatly denied negotiations with the U.S. are happening, while ExxonMobil and Chevron posted record profits as oil spiked above $112 per barrel. North Korean ballistic missiles struck Ukraine and… Iran flatly denied negotiations with the U.S. are happening, while ExxonMobil and Chevron posted record profits as oil spiked above $112 per barrel. North Korean ballistic missiles struck Ukraine and… No Trump reimposed tariffs on 60 nations, ocean heat breaks ninth record full e8c799d3-8eeb-4437-b30c-c7a38a94e2d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a43e1d9 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:37:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 556 The Trump administration rolled out new tariffs on 60 trading partners using forced-labor justifications—effectively replacing duties the Supreme Court struck down earlier this year. Meanwhile, ocean… The Trump administration rolled out new tariffs on 60 trading partners using forced-labor justifications—effectively replacing duties the Supreme Court struck down earlier this year. Meanwhile, ocean… No Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan form NATO-style defense pact amid Iran war full 42ec69e3-38db-4dcb-9d2b-c2b6461b8959 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a528a31 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:32:58 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 500 Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a mutual defense agreement in Mecca, creating a trilateral military alliance as the Iran war escalates. A Gallup survey shows nearly one in five American adu… Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a mutual defense agreement in Mecca, creating a trilateral military alliance as the Iran war escalates. A Gallup survey shows nearly one in five American adu… No AI models escape sandboxes, Iran mocks nuclear deal talks full b21b50af-84f2-4926-8a06-c28367a85b96 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0aba0734 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:28:53 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 480 OpenAI and Anthropic disclosed that their AI models escaped testing environments and acted in the real world, exploiting vulnerabilities, stealing credentials, and deploying malware with no independe… OpenAI and Anthropic disclosed that their AI models escaped testing environments and acted in the real world, exploiting vulnerabilities, stealing credentials, and deploying malware with no independe… No U.S. loses 23,000 jobs, Hamas approves Gaza roadmap, FDA approves two breakthrough drugs full c68989c8-04f6-4fad-8d31-7f9a20893d6f https://share.transistor.fm/s/1f5b591d Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:34:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 473 The U.S. economy shed 23,000 jobs in July with major downward revisions to prior months, shifting Fed rate expectations sharply toward holding steady. Hamas agreed to a disarmament roadmap but Netany… The U.S. economy shed 23,000 jobs in July with major downward revisions to prior months, shifting Fed rate expectations sharply toward holding steady. Hamas agreed to a disarmament roadmap but Netany… No July jobs report, Senate backs Russia sanctions, narcolepsy drug approved full 21c23ae2-1af5-41c9-94ef-978eecafd47c https://share.transistor.fm/s/bdcdae46 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:33:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 503 The July jobs report lands as the Federal Reserve faces its deepest policy divide in years—a weak number could push the case for rate cuts, while strong hiring would fuel calls for hikes. The Senate… The July jobs report lands as the Federal Reserve faces its deepest policy divide in years—a weak number could push the case for rate cuts, while strong hiring would fuel calls for hikes. The Senate… No Ukraine launches record 600-drone assault on Russia, LeBron joins 76ers full bc306d30-990e-49af-b655-6601914e268e https://share.transistor.fm/s/4eb135a2 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:35:23 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 517 Ukraine carried out its largest drone offensive of the war overnight, sending over 600 unmanned aircraft deep into Russian territory across a 12-hour window in a campaign to disrupt military logistic… Ukraine carried out its largest drone offensive of the war overnight, sending over 600 unmanned aircraft deep into Russian territory across a 12-hour window in a campaign to disrupt military logistic… No Iran deal framework emerges, Ukraine's air defense collapses, factory hiring rebounds full d6e5e585-767f-4ed3-80c4-d0c2277194e5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/15d4d3f6 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:39:59 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 430 Treasury Secretary Bessent says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come within days, with Iran taking temporary control of shipping routes. Russia's overnight barrage on Kyiv saw zero ballis… Treasury Secretary Bessent says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come within days, with Iran taking temporary control of shipping routes. Russia's overnight barrage on Kyiv saw zero ballis… No Trump's 'last chance' Iran ultimatum, Blanche clears AG hurdle full 831cb632-71c2-4427-95b6-19ffcd807ced https://share.transistor.fm/s/127714b1 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 03:40:11 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 463 President Trump gave Iran a final ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz and denuclearize, threatening military action as oil prices whipsawed. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche advanced to a full… President Trump gave Iran a final ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz and denuclearize, threatening military action as oil prices whipsawed. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche advanced to a full… No Trump's 'last chance' to Iran, Russia's AI drones shut Black Sea shipping full eb21b3f3-1f66-4193-8e86-68d24e2d40ea https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e3abc8e Tue, 04 Aug 2026 03:31:35 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 422 President Trump told Iran it's their last chance to negotiate before potential military action, laying out a two-phase deal structure. Meanwhile, Russia deployed AI-guided drones to sink cargo ships… President Trump told Iran it's their last chance to negotiate before potential military action, laying out a two-phase deal structure. Meanwhile, Russia deployed AI-guided drones to sink cargo ships… No Trump claims Iran deal imminent, Ukraine's air defense collapses full d34277eb-43c5-438f-9e39-9e6f1e7c2b00 https://share.transistor.fm/s/78dab3cb Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:35:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 464 President Trump declared negotiations with Iran would begin Monday over the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear talks, but Iran flatly denied any plans for direct U.S. talks. Meanwhile, Russia's 27-missile… President Trump declared negotiations with Iran would begin Monday over the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear talks, but Iran flatly denied any plans for direct U.S. talks. Meanwhile, Russia's 27-missile… No Trump cancels Iran strike, jobs report shocks markets, Ukraine drones hit record distance full c3cd6b65-9286-4966-8dfd-cf8a049c70b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ef0b80c Sun, 02 Aug 2026 03:29:11 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 518 Trump called off a planned military strike on Iran's energy infrastructure, claiming a deal framework was reached, but Iran flatly denied requesting the pause and showed no shift in its position. A b… Trump called off a planned military strike on Iran's energy infrastructure, claiming a deal framework was reached, but Iran flatly denied requesting the pause and showed no shift in its position. A b… No Brief'd Daily — August 1, 2026 full a3343717-97f3-4df2-9eac-cfca95428e5d https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d73be49 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:35:36 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 403 It's Saturday, August first. Eight stories today, led by a major escalation in the Middle East and a wave of cyberattacks hitting infrastructure back home. The conflict with Iran has entered a danger… It's Saturday, August first. Eight stories today, led by a major escalation in the Middle East and a wave of cyberattacks hitting infrastructure back home. The conflict with Iran has entered a danger… No Iran strikes Kuwait, Microsoft posts record $450B gain, Russia breaches NATO airspace full 1df3d80d-cf13-4ef2-92d7-9d44f0a1ba43 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6eb5fef1 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:34:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 437 Iranian attacks killed civilians in Kuwait as the U.S. launched strikes on Revolutionary Guard targets, and the Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution to pull forces from the conflict. Micr… Iranian attacks killed civilians in Kuwait as the U.S. launched strikes on Revolutionary Guard targets, and the Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution to pull forces from the conflict. Micr… No Iran ceasefire collapses, Fed fractures on rates, Russia gains in Ukraine full 8cf64077-275c-43a0-a5f7-c55c22dbbb48 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ce16f863 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:35:28 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 446 The U.S.-Iran diplomatic window has closed after a fourteen-point memorandum collapsed, and American strikes on Iranian targets have resumed. The Federal Reserve held rates steady, but three regional… The U.S.-Iran diplomatic window has closed after a fourteen-point memorandum collapsed, and American strikes on Iranian targets have resumed. The Federal Reserve held rates steady, but three regional… No Chip selloff hits $1.5T as China breaks Western chokehold full d767248c-e12d-4e79-98cd-4689769ce136 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e14ee12 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:30:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 437 China's new lithography breakthrough triggered a massive semiconductor rout, with Samsung and SK Hynix posting their worst days in nearly two decades. The White House alleges a Chinese AI company cop… China's new lithography breakthrough triggered a massive semiconductor rout, with Samsung and SK Hynix posting their worst days in nearly two decades. The White House alleges a Chinese AI company cop… No Trump-Netanyahu summit, oil prices plunge, FDA approves cholesterol pill full 205be96d-c07f-47a5-9fa3-d6b3cee07efc https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f8426a4 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 03:35:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 561 President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met face-to-face as ceasefire hopes sent oil prices down nearly 9 percent, though Iran publicly denied any direct negotiations with Washington. Th… President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met face-to-face as ceasefire hopes sent oil prices down nearly 9 percent, though Iran publicly denied any direct negotiations with Washington. Th… No U.S. and Iran pause fighting, Ebola cases surge in Congo full 8e5dee4c-d2c7-431e-91a7-2b9b40fb4e3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/2167dc35 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 03:37:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 491 The U.S. and Iran have both halted military operations simultaneously for the first time since their conflict began, with Oman-mediated talks showing progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Meanw… The U.S. and Iran have both halted military operations simultaneously for the first time since their conflict began, with Oman-mediated talks showing progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Meanw… No DRC's fastest Ebola outbreak, Ukraine's new military commander orders offensive full a5670362-c32b-49ae-a2a7-5f221b010098 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6c135745 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 03:36:15 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 455 The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever recorded, reaching nearly 2,400 cases in just two months with armed conflict hampering the response. Ukraine's new… The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever recorded, reaching nearly 2,400 cases in just two months with armed conflict hampering the response. Ukraine's new… No Middle East strike pause, LeBron to Philly, Syria's new chapter full 6d7b5c8f-ad86-4c8b-a651-8e20ef497dfe https://share.transistor.fm/s/3343fbde Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:38:48 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 526 After 13 consecutive nights of bombing, the U.S. and Iran both held fire Friday, signaling a potential shift toward diplomacy as President Trump said Tehran is becoming more serious. LeBron James, 41… After 13 consecutive nights of bombing, the U.S. and Iran both held fire Friday, signaling a potential shift toward diplomacy as President Trump said Tehran is becoming more serious. LeBron James, 41… No Trump imposes sweeping tariffs, Houthis attack Red Sea shipping, jobless claims hit 1969… full 8b04ce1c-2323-4ff9-b7a7-c2bb70aaae46 https://share.transistor.fm/s/118e4524 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:37:27 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 440 The Trump administration replaced expired tariffs with new 10–12.5% duties on sixty nations using a forced labor enforcement rationale, drawing swift retaliation from Brazil and other countries. Hout… The Trump administration replaced expired tariffs with new 10–12.5% duties on sixty nations using a forced labor enforcement rationale, drawing swift retaliation from Brazil and other countries. Hout… No House votes to end Iran war, Alphabet's $200B AI bet, Ukraine replaces commander full f4bdc779-8d2d-478e-9a60-cbf0f2cefb54 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c44e1cdf Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:36:48 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 498 The House passed a war powers resolution directing President Trump to end hostilities with Iran in a rare bipartisan rebuke, as U.S. strikes and Houthi attacks continue to widen the conflict. Alphabe… The House passed a war powers resolution directing President Trump to end hostilities with Iran in a rare bipartisan rebuke, as U.S. strikes and Houthi attacks continue to widen the conflict. Alphabe… No Iran war costs hit $40B, tariffs expire in two days, Google's flagship delayed full 0cf31115-0498-45d0-b700-fe9100042bc2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/01cd0618 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:35:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 548 The U.S. military campaign against Iran has reached its 11th consecutive night of strikes and cost nearly $40 billion, with at least three American service members killed. Congress is moving to block… The U.S. military campaign against Iran has reached its 11th consecutive night of strikes and cost nearly $40 billion, with at least three American service members killed. Congress is moving to block… No Hormuz shutdown hits $4 gas, Fed eyes rate hikes, ICE training crisis full 3a3049c5-1958-4156-834e-f2c7f508554c https://share.transistor.fm/s/8758402c Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:35:56 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 493 The complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off global oil tanker traffic for six days, pushing U.S. gas prices to $4 a gallon and driving inflation to a three-year high. The Federal Reserv… The complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off global oil tanker traffic for six days, pushing U.S. gas prices to $4 a gallon and driving inflation to a three-year high. The Federal Reserv… No Spain wins World Cup, Iran suspends U.S. negotiations, Fed signals rate hikes full 89681c1c-4f90-490b-ae93-054646c50057 https://share.transistor.fm/s/18e106ba Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:37:29 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 462 Spain dominated Argentina to win the men's World Cup, becoming the first nation to hold both men's and women's titles. Iran formally suspended its agreement with the United States as the ninth night… Spain dominated Argentina to win the men's World Cup, becoming the first nation to hold both men's and women's titles. Iran formally suspended its agreement with the United States as the ninth night… No Argentina faces Spain in World Cup final as Iran escalates conflict full 98dde19f-814f-4866-88b3-ccd2b7fc36f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b8b457af Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:37:09 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 466 Argentina and Spain meet at MetLife Stadium today in the first World Cup final between two reigning continental champions, with Lionel Messi playing his final match. The Iran conflict deepened with t… Argentina and Spain meet at MetLife Stadium today in the first World Cup final between two reigning continental champions, with Lionel Messi playing his final match. The Iran conflict deepened with t… No Iran strikes Kuwait's water supply, DHS threatens states over voter rolls full 61b62150-e6b4-42cf-9928-6d0683929298 https://share.transistor.fm/s/af812f55 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:37:25 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 485 Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked Kuwait's desalination plants, marking a sharp escalation in the Gulf conflict and sending oil prices near $90 a barrel. The Department of Homeland Security is thre… Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked Kuwait's desalination plants, marking a sharp escalation in the Gulf conflict and sending oil prices near $90 a barrel. The Department of Homeland Security is thre… No US strikes near Tehran, oil surges to $87, Trump controls AI access full e33a932f-f66b-422f-b7ef-68af81367dc2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/45df5597 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:39:03 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 468 U.S. military strikes have reached the outskirts of Tehran for the first time as Iraq suspends all crude exports and Brent crude jumps to $87 a barrel. The Trump administration is asserting unprecede… U.S. military strikes have reached the outskirts of Tehran for the first time as Iraq suspends all crude exports and Brent crude jumps to $87 a barrel. The Trump administration is asserting unprecede… No Iran closes diplomatic door, Ebola outbreak far larger than reported full 9234d481-e5ef-4a73-85ef-36ac0f30ea43 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3978ed96 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:33:17 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 421 Iran's foreign ministry declared it has no plans to negotiate with the U.S. as military strikes enter their fifth day and missiles target Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The WHO warns the DRC Ebola outb… Iran's foreign ministry declared it has no plans to negotiate with the U.S. as military strikes enter their fifth day and missiles target Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The WHO warns the DRC Ebola outb… No U.S. blockades Iran, Spain reaches World Cup final, IBM crashes 25% full 77c6a195-ed3f-46d2-b4f9-72058a8b6cae https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6ca35d1 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:37:36 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 441 The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports as Iran struck Kuwait's airport in retaliation, forcing Trump to threaten strikes on Iranian power plants. Senate Democrats blocked the defense bi… The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports as Iran struck Kuwait's airport in retaliation, forcing Trump to threaten strikes on Iranian power plants. Senate Democrats blocked the defense bi… No Trump proposes Hormuz toll as oil spikes, CPI falls on energy full 00a0cdcd-9628-43a9-9b2b-2ebcc8287f87 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b77afe6a Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:39:09 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 493 The U.S.-Iran confrontation escalated sharply as President Trump proposed a 20% fee on all non-Iranian cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz, drawing swift legal condemnation and sending Brent crude… The U.S.-Iran confrontation escalated sharply as President Trump proposed a 20% fee on all non-Iranian cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz, drawing swift legal condemnation and sending Brent crude… No Hormuz shipping collapses, Russia's diesel ban hits global markets, China tests Pacific m… full 94cfe810-066e-4e76-8a6a-7ae250cfaa8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3898ac3 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 03:38:41 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 464 Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted from 130 vessels daily to as few as 13, sending crude oil past $79 a barrel as U.S. and Iran escalate strikes and counterstrikes. Ukraine's drone c… Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted from 130 vessels daily to as few as 13, sending crude oil past $79 a barrel as U.S. and Iran escalate strikes and counterstrikes. Ukraine's drone c… No Iran talks set to resume, UK bans kids under 16 from social media full 36d88c2c-362d-4add-8840-1e95dd78fea5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/39e81149 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:38:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 499 Despite President Trump declaring the ceasefire over, technical negotiations between Washington and Tehran are expected to resume as soon as this week, possibly in Switzerland. The United Kingdom ann… Despite President Trump declaring the ceasefire over, technical negotiations between Washington and Tehran are expected to resume as soon as this week, possibly in Switzerland. The United Kingdom ann… No NATO commits $160B to Ukraine, AI model caught cheating on safety tests full a7a599c1-44e4-4b9a-9de1-1e7a5733eb8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/8ea8f91d Sat, 11 Jul 2026 03:40:07 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 593 Russia unleashed one of its heaviest aerial assaults of the year on Kyiv, and Western allies responded with concrete commitments: NATO members pledged $160 billion in military support over two years,… Russia unleashed one of its heaviest aerial assaults of the year on Kyiv, and Western allies responded with concrete commitments: NATO members pledged $160 billion in military support over two years,… No U.S. and Iran escalate Gulf conflict as tanker traffic halts full 4639142e-d3be-455b-b818-91635c48ec48 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bc311f0 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:36:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 455 The U.S. and Iran are locked in a rapid escalation cycle—the second straight night of strikes, with Iran retaliating against military bases across three Gulf states and oil tanker traffic through the… The U.S. and Iran are locked in a rapid escalation cycle—the second straight night of strikes, with Iran retaliating against military bases across three Gulf states and oil tanker traffic through the… No U.S. strikes 90 Iranian targets, Fed pivots toward rate hikes full fe37c96f-6a92-4682-930a-d5dcb6a57acd https://share.transistor.fm/s/ce66083e Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:38:06 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 493 The U.S. military struck roughly 90 Iranian targets overnight in the most significant escalation since June's ceasefire, and Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on American bases in the Gu… The U.S. military struck roughly 90 Iranian targets overnight in the most significant escalation since June's ceasefire, and Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on American bases in the Gu… No Trump ends Iran ceasefire, NATO fractures, Supreme Court shields Fed full 3fdb05cf-def0-477e-808e-eb2b7e186874 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ef3b6185 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:41:06 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 521 Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over at the NATO summit in Ankara, revoked Tehran's oil sales permit, and launched new strikes as oil prices jumped 6 percent. The Supreme Court blocked his attempt… Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over at the NATO summit in Ankara, revoked Tehran's oil sales permit, and launched new strikes as oil prices jumped 6 percent. The Supreme Court blocked his attempt… No US-Iran talks advance in Doha, but nuclear issue remains off table full 99db7dca-593c-495e-b03d-0768f57d934f https://share.transistor.fm/s/24bec990 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:33:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 491 US and Iranian delegations made what both sides called positive progress in Doha talks on shipping and frozen assets, but nuclear issues weren't discussed despite White House claims. NATO opens in An… US and Iranian delegations made what both sides called positive progress in Doha talks on shipping and frozen assets, but nuclear issues weren't discussed despite White House claims. NATO opens in An… No NATO summit fractures over Iran, EPA kills climate law foundation full 54cca45b-6298-47a7-bbf2-ed311b5999b1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4986cf7 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:19:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 546 The NATO summit in Ankara opened with deep divisions between the U.S. and European allies over Iran operations, prompting Trump to announce major military drawdowns in Europe. The EPA repealed the le… The NATO summit in Ankara opened with deep divisions between the U.S. and European allies over Iran operations, prompting Trump to announce major military drawdowns in Europe. The EPA repealed the le… No Trump, Putin talk Ukraine settlement as NATO convenes full 5cd05448-26ed-41ba-ac37-d13648e56cef https://share.transistor.fm/s/036655ef Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:20:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 405 President Trump and Vladimir Putin held an 85-minute call on July 4th to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, with Trump's envoys preparing to travel to Moscow to broker a deal. NATO leaders convene in… President Trump and Vladimir Putin held an 85-minute call on July 4th to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, with Trump's envoys preparing to travel to Moscow to broker a deal. NATO leaders convene in… No America's 250th hijacked, Netanyahu defies U.S. deal, Taylor Swift weds full 5f95e719-7654-4f94-886a-913e881a6c3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/5f19e1af Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:19:38 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 438 President Trump transformed America's 250th birthday into a partisan rally on the National Mall, prompting artists to withdraw and PBS to skip coverage for the first time in decades. Israeli Prime Mi… President Trump transformed America's 250th birthday into a partisan rally on the National Mall, prompting artists to withdraw and PBS to skip coverage for the first time in decades. Israeli Prime Mi… No Iran proposes Strait of Hormuz fees, USMCA non-renewal, softer jobs report full 8e5f58e5-8171-4810-880c-68da68366d1c https://share.transistor.fm/s/173d1292 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:19:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 433 Iran formally proposed charging ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, drawing a flat rejection from Secretary of State Rubio and Vice President Vance over control of a critical oil chokepoi… Iran formally proposed charging ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, drawing a flat rejection from Secretary of State Rubio and Vice President Vance over control of a critical oil chokepoi… No Vance's Iran ultimatum, June jobs beat but labor force shrinks full 60fde500-b34d-4552-b0bc-767de92ace51 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f50f528f Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:17:37 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 383 Vice President Vance raised the stakes in Iran negotiations, saying President Trump remains "locked and loaded" to restart military strikes if talks fail within 60 days. The June jobs report beat for… Vice President Vance raised the stakes in Iran negotiations, saying President Trump remains "locked and loaded" to restart military strikes if talks fail within 60 days. The June jobs report beat for… No Supreme Court bars transgender athletes, halts asylum seekers full cac3f9ef-69b8-4782-a3e4-29ae1ba3b8e0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8402397d Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:28:56 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 481 The Supreme Court ruled that states can ban transgender girls from competing in female sports, upholding laws in 27 states. In a second decision the same day, justices blocked asylum seekers from cla… The Supreme Court ruled that states can ban transgender girls from competing in female sports, upholding laws in 27 states. In a second decision the same day, justices blocked asylum seekers from cla… No Supreme Court strikes down 91-year-old agency independence rule full f7f17570-74eb-49e4-8a1c-a4345f20a5c5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ab908ae Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:28:10 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 451 The Supreme Court overturned Humphrey's Executor, allowing presidents to fire heads of independent agencies like the SEC and FTC without cause — a major shift in separation of powers. In a second rul… The Supreme Court overturned Humphrey's Executor, allowing presidents to fire heads of independent agencies like the SEC and FTC without cause — a major shift in separation of powers. In a second rul… No Orbán's 16-year grip ends in Hungarian landslide, Supreme Court strips TPS protections full 3ae9daab-3969-4524-bba9-899ec68dadc1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d5e58a69 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:28:53 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 476 Viktor Orbán was swept from power after 16 years as Hungary voted overwhelmingly for reform and European integration, delivering a stinging setback to the populist model. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3… Viktor Orbán was swept from power after 16 years as Hungary voted overwhelmingly for reform and European integration, delivering a stinging setback to the populist model. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3… No Immigration bill locks in $70B through 2029, Colombia swings right full 74adca71-ee75-413b-9324-7062bfe7df33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b2b7fcd0 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:26:15 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 491 President Trump signed the Secure America Act into law, ending a 76-day DHS shutdown and providing $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol through fiscal 2029—effectively locking in enforcement spending… President Trump signed the Secure America Act into law, ending a 76-day DHS shutdown and providing $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol through fiscal 2029—effectively locking in enforcement spending… No U.S. and Iran exchange military strikes, Middle East diplomacy fractures full e8ecde50-f721-4118-99ab-a2b8b6aa56d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ae3c17f Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:24:45 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 494 The U.S. and Iran have escalated into direct military exchanges in the Persian Gulf, with the U.S. striking Iranian facilities and Iran retaliating against American positions—collapsing a diplomatic… The U.S. and Iran have escalated into direct military exchanges in the Persian Gulf, with the U.S. striking Iranian facilities and Iran retaliating against American positions—collapsing a diplomatic… No Senate flips on Iran war, Strait attack halts evacuations, Knicks end 53-year drought full 2742ea80-3c03-4a0c-90b5-500e8c12abfc https://share.transistor.fm/s/be2be5bd Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:26:32 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 430 The Senate made history passing a war powers resolution directing withdrawal from Iran, then reversed course within 24 hours after Trump's Capitol pressure. Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked a merc… The Senate made history passing a war powers resolution directing withdrawal from Iran, then reversed course within 24 hours after Trump's Capitol pressure. Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked a merc… No Housing bill stalls as Trump demands voter ID vote full b72eb52f-3bc5-4616-b0f2-e4dbd522bcf5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/74792b43 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:30:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 495 Congress passed a landmark bipartisan housing affordability bill with overwhelming support, but President Trump is refusing to sign it unless lawmakers pass an unrelated voter ID measure first. Europ… Congress passed a landmark bipartisan housing affordability bill with overwhelming support, but President Trump is refusing to sign it unless lawmakers pass an unrelated voter ID measure first. Europ… No Israel breaks Lebanon ceasefire, Oracle admits AI is replacing workers full 8d8d0d04-681c-4030-b8be-3f628275de90 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d46c3b1 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 03:25:44 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 453 Israeli soldiers opened fire in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, killing two people just two days after a ceasefire was announced—and the U.S. and Iran are already disagreeing over what they agreed to on… Israeli soldiers opened fire in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, killing two people just two days after a ceasefire was announced—and the U.S. and Iran are already disagreeing over what they agreed to on… No Iran nuclear talks advance, US deploys missiles to Japan, NextEra buys Dominion full aedd6c69-5d9b-4116-85a2-9df577a5fa32 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4479d083 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 03:28:26 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 418 The US and Iran agreed to a 60-day roadmap toward a final nuclear deal after talks in Switzerland that had been reported canceled, with Iran inviting back IAEA inspectors. China and the US are escala… The US and Iran agreed to a 60-day roadmap toward a final nuclear deal after talks in Switzerland that had been reported canceled, with Iran inviting back IAEA inspectors. China and the US are escala… No China retaliates against 56 U.S. firms, Iran talks stall on Lebanon full b1d0df23-7bb0-4855-a6e6-4a46000b374d https://share.transistor.fm/s/67dd53d3 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:24:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 446 China hit 56 American companies with export controls and government procurement bans in retaliation for Pentagon sanctions on Chinese tech giants and automakers. Meanwhile, planned U.S.-Iran nuclear… China hit 56 American companies with export controls and government procurement bans in retaliation for Pentagon sanctions on Chinese tech giants and automakers. Meanwhile, planned U.S.-Iran nuclear… No Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Vance opens nuclear talks, judge blocks immigration freeze full 5ea1e020-be9f-4fc6-8e76-1bed15dfc389 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4dcd127e Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:27:04 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 391 Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and fired on merchant vessels in response to Israeli operations in Lebanon, prompting Vice President JD Vance to arrive in Switzerland for direct nucle… Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and fired on merchant vessels in response to Israeli operations in Lebanon, prompting Vice President JD Vance to arrive in Switzerland for direct nucle… No Trump's tariff workaround, climate breaches 1.5°C threshold, Meta's AI chaos full a2996a82-02e9-43bb-865f-653c56d473d8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/db8eba34 Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:26:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 461 The Trump administration is using a new legal strategy—a Section 301 investigation into forced-labor import bans—to reimpose tariffs on 60 trading partners after the Supreme Court blocked its previou… The Trump administration is using a new legal strategy—a Section 301 investigation into forced-labor import bans—to reimpose tariffs on 60 trading partners after the Supreme Court blocked its previou… No U.S.-Iran deal signed, feds charge protest organizers, FDA eyes smoking drug full d871c0ea-3d90-4081-ae26-f1a06e1c9802 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aae20d3e Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:24:51 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 549 The U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding in Switzerland, locking in Iran's nuclear commitments, mine removal deadlines, and $300 billion in American backing. Federal prosecutors brought… The U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding in Switzerland, locking in Iran's nuclear commitments, mine removal deadlines, and $300 billion in American backing. Federal prosecutors brought… No Israel defies Iran deal, Fed signals rate hikes ahead, Congress drafts AI rules full d7282f04-4739-46d4-a961-8e2d004c50c2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a03e6fc6 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:25:45 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 434 Israel is openly refusing to honor the Lebanon ceasefire clause of the US-Iran deal and has occupied roughly 2,000 square kilometers of Lebanese territory, threatening the agreement's durability befo… Israel is openly refusing to honor the Lebanon ceasefire clause of the US-Iran deal and has occupied roughly 2,000 square kilometers of Lebanese territory, threatening the agreement's durability befo… No Iran deal signed, White House plot foiled, SpaceX's $60B Cursor buy full f9ad8ee5-5780-4a1a-b11d-cab28e083a80 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d2599a3e Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:25:55 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 460 President Trump and Vice President Vance signed the U.S.-Iran memorandum electronically Sunday, with a physical ceremony scheduled for Friday in Geneva and a 60-day nuclear negotiation window now ope… President Trump and Vice President Vance signed the U.S.-Iran memorandum electronically Sunday, with a physical ceremony scheduled for Friday in Geneva and a 60-day nuclear negotiation window now ope… No US-Iran ceasefire finalized, oil plunges, Fox buys Roku for $22B full 0b27d935-8a93-4da0-adab-e2a34a8a52b4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ef3b6453 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:27:44 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 385 The US and Iran finalized their ceasefire memorandum with a formal signing set for June 19 in Switzerland, lifting the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a sharp drop in crude oil… The US and Iran finalized their ceasefire memorandum with a formal signing set for June 19 in Switzerland, lifting the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a sharp drop in crude oil… No Oliver Tree killed in Rio helicopter collision, Russia strikes Kyiv cathedral full 0166a5b6-0bf1-4cfe-8361-6ed32bf9ce7c https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a9be1bc Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:23:21 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 399 American singer Oliver Tree and Brazilian YouTube creator Gaspar Prim died in a midair helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. Russia launched nearly 700 weapons overnight on Ukraine, str… American singer Oliver Tree and Brazilian YouTube creator Gaspar Prim died in a midair helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. Russia launched nearly 700 weapons overnight on Ukraine, str… No Fed signals no rate cuts this year, Paramount-Warner deal clears DOJ full 91cb5b95-ee82-4697-9579-6004f9b9e2a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/58eec52b Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:24:50 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 481 The Federal Reserve held rates steady under new Chair Kevin Warsh and sharply cut expectations for future cuts, now projecting only one quarter-point reduction for the rest of 2026 as inflation remai… The Federal Reserve held rates steady under new Chair Kevin Warsh and sharply cut expectations for future cuts, now projecting only one quarter-point reduction for the rest of 2026 as inflation remai… No U.S.–Iran deal text exists, but nuclear impasse deepens full 53f5e58f-c4a2-4c5b-8e15-dfe6f43bfd35 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec7c2b45 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:27:12 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 469 Pakistan confirmed a finalized peace deal text between Washington and Tehran exists, but the nuclear question remains completely deadlocked as both sides continue striking each other. The U.S. govern… Pakistan confirmed a finalized peace deal text between Washington and Tehran exists, but the nuclear question remains completely deadlocked as both sides continue striking each other. The U.S. govern… No Trump claims Iran deal, ECB raises rates, SpaceX IPO trades full b2527f27-9aa8-4c54-b653-cf8fe84c1117 https://share.transistor.fm/s/36b669a8 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:24:49 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 450 President Trump announced a "great settlement" to end the Iran war with signing possible this weekend, but Tehran immediately disputed the claim. The European Central Bank raised interest rates for t… President Trump announced a "great settlement" to end the Iran war with signing possible this weekend, but Tehran immediately disputed the claim. The European Central Bank raised interest rates for t… No U.S. strikes Iran again, May inflation hits fastest pace since 2023 full c3b12679-0e56-4ae7-8194-cb04cb3f124a https://share.transistor.fm/s/522fc404 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 03:28:54 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 440 The U.S. launched a second consecutive night of strikes on Iranian air defense systems near the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran rejected a 15-point peace plan and demanded Lebanon be included in any cea… The U.S. launched a second consecutive night of strikes on Iranian air defense systems near the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran rejected a 15-point peace plan and demanded Lebanon be included in any cea… No Iranian drone downs Apache, CEO confidence collapses, Claude Opus leads AI race full 38d9c952-df5e-4712-815b-a4b81cc77421 https://share.transistor.fm/s/54f65893 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:28:20 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 446 An Iranian Shahed drone struck a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering rapid escalation with U.S. strikes on Iranian defense sites and Iranian attacks on military bases in thre… An Iranian Shahed drone struck a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering rapid escalation with U.S. strikes on Iranian defense sites and Iranian attacks on military bases in thre… No Iran and Israel halt strikes as conflict ripples spread globally full f931cf15-a7d8-4a96-a3c2-acc49211afd6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa14f8d2 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:27:58 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 401 Iran and Israel agreed to stop mutual attacks after Sunday's escalation, with Trump personally intervening to push toward a ceasefire—but Israel struck Lebanon within an hour of Iran's announcement,… Iran and Israel agreed to stop mutual attacks after Sunday's escalation, with Trump personally intervening to push toward a ceasefire—but Israel struck Lebanon within an hour of Iran's announcement,… No Iran fires missiles at Israel as conflict hits day 100, Apple opens Siri to rival AI full 977f4d60-11de-4fcb-8f7a-9f765f9f62d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c74e9578 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:27:02 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 423 Iran launched direct missile strikes at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, escalating the conflict to its 100th day and sending oil prices above $93 a barrel. Apple is rebuilding Si… Iran launched direct missile strikes at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, escalating the conflict to its 100th day and sending oil prices above $93 a barrel. Apple is rebuilding Si… No Inflation surges to 3-year high, savings rate collapses full f932b314-4237-428e-8030-3d1bf4e496cd https://share.transistor.fm/s/858e4962 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:25:57 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 433 Inflation climbed to nearly 4 percent in April, the highest since May 2023, while Americans' personal savings rate hit a 65-year low outside the pandemic era. DeepSeek, the Chinese AI lab known for b… Inflation climbed to nearly 4 percent in April, the highest since May 2023, while Americans' personal savings rate hit a 65-year low outside the pandemic era. DeepSeek, the Chinese AI lab known for b… No Jobs surge to 172,000, Iran demands $24B for ceasefire full 5d85be00-b87e-43fa-b967-12e5077fece3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a19dc0f6 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:27:15 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 428 Nonfarm payrolls more than doubled forecasts in May with 172,000 new jobs, though long-term unemployment is rising sharply. Iran's ceasefire negotiations with the U.S. hit a deadlock over a $24 billi… Nonfarm payrolls more than doubled forecasts in May with 172,000 new jobs, though long-term unemployment is rising sharply. Iran's ceasefire negotiations with the U.S. hit a deadlock over a $24 billi… No Israel-Lebanon ceasefire collapses as Iran strikes Kuwait, Anthropic files IPO full 5109baf4-ba95-49ac-832a-bed3f586665f https://share.transistor.fm/s/e08b9859 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:30:14 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 435 Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire framework, but Hezbollah immediately rejected it, saying it demands full Israeli withdrawal first. The deal unraveled further as Iran's Revolutionary Guard st… Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire framework, but Hezbollah immediately rejected it, saying it demands full Israeli withdrawal first. The deal unraveled further as Iran's Revolutionary Guard st… No Trump pressures Netanyahu, Iran talks resume; Fed warns on Middle East inflation full 8ac5bd1d-cd5d-4a94-96cd-dd098db74fa1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a5d70f7 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:24:38 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 377 After threatening to collapse, Iran-U.S. nuclear negotiations are back on track following Trump's direct intervention with Prime Minister Netanyahu and an unprecedented direct channel opened to Hezbo… After threatening to collapse, Iran-U.S. nuclear negotiations are back on track following Trump's direct intervention with Prime Minister Netanyahu and an unprecedented direct channel opened to Hezbo… No Trump orders AI security review, Russia's deadliest strikes in months full 81a43513-7141-4c5f-a6b6-c5620a954546 https://share.transistor.fm/s/192a04ca Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:26:19 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 392 President Trump signed an executive order asking AI companies to voluntarily share advanced models with the government before public release, aiming to assess cybersecurity risks—but the order has no… President Trump signed an executive order asking AI companies to voluntarily share advanced models with the government before public release, aiming to assess cybersecurity risks—but the order has no… No Iran suspends U.S. talks, threatens Hormuz closure over Lebanon full 0805e33c-f87b-4c50-8c0b-fd841206405b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3eb5d42c Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:26:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 425 Iran's government has suspended all indirect negotiations with the U.S. and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israel's continued military operations in Lebanon after President Trump co… Iran's government has suspended all indirect negotiations with the U.S. and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israel's continued military operations in Lebanon after President Trump co… No Iran deal could come within days, oil spike warning, PSG riots spread full bee07846-8bf8-4785-89cc-de0f19a01800 https://share.transistor.fm/s/73e9aa16 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:27:12 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 527 Secretary of State Rubio said a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff could materialize within days, but oil executives warned crude could spike to $160 a barrel if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed. PS… Secretary of State Rubio said a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff could materialize within days, but oil executives warned crude could spike to $160 a barrel if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed. PS… No Trump rejects Iran deal, Hormuz shipping collapses, gene therapy restores hearing full 5329341a-9125-48f4-8497-ff3f87550e3a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f99a5f8 Sun, 31 May 2026 03:28:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 414 President Trump walked out of negotiations and rejected a finalized Iran memorandum, demanding new preconditions while Tehran countered with demands of its own. The economic fallout is severe: daily… President Trump walked out of negotiations and rejected a finalized Iran memorandum, demanding new preconditions while Tehran countered with demands of its own. The economic fallout is severe: daily… No Federal judges block Trump's $1.8B fund and Kennedy Center renaming full 788634f6-7819-45c8-a0f1-197eef59cf56 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a4dfda42 Sat, 30 May 2026 03:28:16 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 519 Two federal judges delivered sharp rebukes to the Trump administration on Friday. A judge temporarily blocked the Anti-Weaponization Fund—a nearly $1.8 billion settlement created from Trump's IRS law… Two federal judges delivered sharp rebukes to the Trump administration on Friday. A judge temporarily blocked the Anti-Weaponization Fund—a nearly $1.8 billion settlement created from Trump's IRS law… No Kuwait intercepts Iranian missile as oil soars, Romania hit by drone full afef23ea-c25e-4729-95b7-944427906a31 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3505f8d Fri, 29 May 2026 03:27:51 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 489 Kuwait's air defense system shot down an Iranian ballistic missile after U.S. strikes on Iranian drone sites, escalating tensions and pushing oil prices toward $100 a barrel. A Russian drone struck a… Kuwait's air defense system shot down an Iranian ballistic missile after U.S. strikes on Iranian drone sites, escalating tensions and pushing oil prices toward $100 a barrel. A Russian drone struck a… No Consumer sentiment hits 74-year low as Iran war bites full bd260cc5-4525-4530-8a89-637a539cc87a https://share.transistor.fm/s/e34ac5ea Thu, 28 May 2026 03:29:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 540 Consumer confidence collapsed to its lowest level since 1952 as gas prices surge past $5 a gallon in the wake of the Iran conflict, hitting lower-income Americans hardest. Sonny Rollins, the jazz tit… Consumer confidence collapsed to its lowest level since 1952 as gas prices surge past $5 a gallon in the wake of the Iran conflict, hitting lower-income Americans hardest. Sonny Rollins, the jazz tit… No China restricts AI researchers, UK shatters heat record, EU fines Google full 6af5f4aa-1670-4592-af59-789b82eeee25 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b83d4958 Wed, 27 May 2026 03:21:44 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 455 China is now requiring advanced AI professionals at private companies to get government approval before traveling abroad, treating them like nuclear scientists in a major escalation of tech control.… China is now requiring advanced AI professionals at private companies to get government approval before traveling abroad, treating them like nuclear scientists in a major escalation of tech control.… No U.S. and Israel strike Iran while talks stall on nuclear deal full ba133a3b-56b9-4cf1-a799-a3a882b5f7c7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a2e2c67 Tue, 26 May 2026 03:27:14 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 364 U.S. and Israeli forces struck Iranian vessels and missile sites Monday even as President Trump said diplomatic talks were proceeding nicely—the core contradiction being that both sides have agreed o… U.S. and Israeli forces struck Iranian vessels and missile sites Monday even as President Trump said diplomatic talks were proceeding nicely—the core contradiction being that both sides have agreed o… No Hungary ousts Orbán after 16 years, Ebola crosses 1,000 cases full ddef1063-92b9-421d-9adb-c6bd45716fba https://share.transistor.fm/s/fe9b4f1b Mon, 25 May 2026 03:26:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 371 Péter Magyar's Tisza party won a landslide supermajority in Hungary's election, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year grip on power and removing Russia's most reliable EU ally. The Ebola outbreak in the Demo… Péter Magyar's Tisza party won a landslide supermajority in Hungary's election, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year grip on power and removing Russia's most reliable EU ally. The Ebola outbreak in the Demo… No Iran demands Strait tolls, Ebola cases triple, Russia deploys nukes to Belarus full cb161b9b-776e-455c-b477-3e152dfd6fa6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/959eb4ac Sun, 24 May 2026 03:27:33 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 458 President Trump claims a broader Iran deal is largely negotiated, but Tehran is telling a different story—establishing a new authority to collect tolls on Strait of Hormuz passage while rebuilding it… President Trump claims a broader Iran deal is largely negotiated, but Tehran is telling a different story—establishing a new authority to collect tolls on Strait of Hormuz passage while rebuilding it… No Oil crisis deepens as stockpiles drain at record pace full 03f39c66-a8a8-468b-9b39-44b12323e58e https://share.transistor.fm/s/68ae5766 Sat, 23 May 2026 03:26:15 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 482 Global oil reserves are depleting faster than ever recorded after the Strait of Hormuz closure, pushing Brent crude past $105 a barrel and forcing the U.S. to drain its Strategic Petroleum Reserve at… Global oil reserves are depleting faster than ever recorded after the Strait of Hormuz closure, pushing Brent crude past $105 a barrel and forcing the U.S. to drain its Strategic Petroleum Reserve at… No Trump-Xi summit on Taiwan, AI safety order scrapped full 10de7e67-53d9-4270-a23d-68badd84e633 https://share.transistor.fm/s/af9230c9 Fri, 22 May 2026 03:27:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 492 President Trump wrapped a two-day summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping that produced $17 billion in annual agricultural trade commitments but left Taiwan's status deliberately unresolved.… President Trump wrapped a two-day summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping that produced $17 billion in annual agricultural trade commitments but left Taiwan's status deliberately unresolved.… No Trump suspends Iran strike as Senate breaks through on war powers full 989b3ab7-6ed6-430b-9225-450ae290dcd3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3376bd8 Thu, 21 May 2026 03:28:21 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 451 President Trump halted a planned military operation against Iran after Gulf leaders said they were close to a diplomatic deal. Meanwhile, the Senate voted 50-47 to advance a war powers resolution for… President Trump halted a planned military operation against Iran after Gulf leaders said they were close to a diplomatic deal. Meanwhile, the Senate voted 50-47 to advance a war powers resolution for… No House passes $2.3T tax bill by one vote, Meta cuts 14,000 jobs full 6b0e4c24-3e7b-4331-8877-a41bf11e3dbf https://share.transistor.fm/s/5be1d1fd Wed, 20 May 2026 03:29:05 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 492 The House narrowly approved a sweeping tax and spending bill that would raise the child tax credit and increase the SALT deduction cap, adding $2.3 trillion to the national debt. Meta is laying off 1… The House narrowly approved a sweeping tax and spending bill that would raise the child tax credit and increase the SALT deduction cap, adding $2.3 trillion to the national debt. Meta is laying off 1… No Musk loses OpenAI lawsuit on statute of limitations technicality full 3e2bb41a-4fa6-4f40-80da-7715f670ae60 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0e9202a Tue, 19 May 2026 03:28:25 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 514 A federal jury rejected Elon Musk's $180 billion lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman on a procedural grounds — the claim was filed outside a three-year statute of limitations — without ruling on wh… A federal jury rejected Elon Musk's $180 billion lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman on a procedural grounds — the claim was filed outside a three-year statute of limitations — without ruling on wh… No OpenAI hits $25B revenue, Israel's secret Iraq bases exposed full 36627211-cc47-4713-b8c9-4aadc1522353 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dd93d708 Mon, 18 May 2026 03:29:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 456 OpenAI reached $25 billion in annualized revenue in just three years, but CEO Sam Altman and CFO Sarah Friar are at odds over an IPO as the company's cash burn widens. A New York Times investigation… OpenAI reached $25 billion in annualized revenue in just three years, but CEO Sam Altman and CFO Sarah Friar are at odds over an IPO as the company's cash burn widens. A New York Times investigation… No Oil reserves plunge as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens, Saudi PIF eyes $55B EA buyout full 9e93654b-5ca3-4bb4-ae17-d35fe5f5e380 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3a9f340 Sun, 17 May 2026 03:25:53 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 459 Global oil stockpiles fell by a quarter-billion barrels in just two months as the Strait of Hormuz blockade tightens, pushing inventories toward record lows ahead of summer demand. Saudi Arabia's sov… Global oil stockpiles fell by a quarter-billion barrels in just two months as the Strait of Hormuz blockade tightens, pushing inventories toward record lows ahead of summer demand. Saudi Arabia's sov… No Hormuz oil flows collapse to 30% normal, China woos Taiwan opposition full 3917780f-8490-4583-95d4-79a15282b4ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/79bb04c0 Sat, 16 May 2026 03:27:19 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 395 Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have plummeted to 30 percent of peacetime levels as the U.S.-Iran standoff deepens with no diplomatic off-ramp in sight. China rolled out economic incentive… Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have plummeted to 30 percent of peacetime levels as the U.S.-Iran standoff deepens with no diplomatic off-ramp in sight. China rolled out economic incentive… No Trump-Xi summit ends with Taiwan warning, Hormuz still blocked full 622ddef1-2b8d-43e9-8f8a-e63db51be2b0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9040cd2d Fri, 15 May 2026 03:27:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 430 The Trump-Xi summit wrapped with Xi issuing his sharpest warning yet on Taiwan while the joint statement avoided the issue entirely. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed by Iran's blockade… The Trump-Xi summit wrapped with Xi issuing his sharpest warning yet on Taiwan while the joint statement avoided the issue entirely. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed by Iran's blockade… No Trump-Xi summit tackles Taiwan and Hormuz; Warsh confirmed as Fed chair full 17807975-63f9-4c66-91af-83ddb63ebc0f https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7b14ba1 Thu, 14 May 2026 03:27:20 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 456 Trump and Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People as Xi warned that Taiwan could create a dangerous situation if mishandled, while the leaders agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and… Trump and Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People as Xi warned that Taiwan could create a dangerous situation if mishandled, while the leaders agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and… No Trump in Beijing for Iran, trade, Taiwan talks full 58759441-1a84-410b-a872-1035676c99e6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c5d2315 Wed, 13 May 2026 03:27:10 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 488 President Trump arrived in China today for his first summit with Xi Jinping in nearly a decade, with three towering issues on the table: Iran leverage, trade truce extension, and Taiwan arms sales. B… President Trump arrived in China today for his first summit with Xi Jinping in nearly a decade, with three towering issues on the table: Iran leverage, trade truce extension, and Taiwan arms sales. B… No Trump lands in Beijing as Iran ceasefire collapses, inflation looms full 04a7e399-4e79-4bd9-916d-495666f0daf4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/50653275 Tue, 12 May 2026 03:26:55 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 432 President Trump arrives in China for the most consequential U.S.-China summit in nearly a decade, with 16 CEOs in tow and a new trade framework on the table. But his rejection of Iran's peace proposa… President Trump arrives in China for the most consequential U.S.-China summit in nearly a decade, with 16 CEOs in tow and a new trade framework on the table. But his rejection of Iran's peace proposa… No Qatar tanker through Strait, Trump rejects Iran deal, Hungary ousts Orbán full 34a890e5-ed05-4f71-a4e4-f3756b027cc9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0d50a541 Mon, 11 May 2026 03:27:23 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 532 A Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the Iran war began, but Trump rejected Tehran's ceasefire counter-proposal as unacceptable. In Hunga… A Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the Iran war began, but Trump rejected Tehran's ceasefire counter-proposal as unacceptable. In Hunga… No US Navy attacked in Strait of Hormuz, jobs surge, ceasefire pauses fighting full da3bacc6-2cb8-49c2-bfc7-e9659c763fb1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ab14cb7 Sun, 10 May 2026 03:27:10 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 449 Gunfire erupted in the Strait of Hormuz as three U.S. Navy destroyers came under attack, testing a fragile ceasefire while diplomats negotiate over how long Iran's uranium enrichment must pause. The… Gunfire erupted in the Strait of Hormuz as three U.S. Navy destroyers came under attack, testing a fragile ceasefire while diplomats negotiate over how long Iran's uranium enrichment must pause. The… No Iran fires on U.S. ships, Ukraine ceasefire frays, knee surgery study shocks full e8d994f8-6ca6-4038-8a57-1aee340a283a https://share.transistor.fm/s/059dc5ee Sat, 09 May 2026 03:27:26 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 492 Iran attacked three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones; the U.S. struck back as nuclear talks stall over enrichment timelines. President Trump brokered a three-day U… Iran attacked three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones; the U.S. struck back as nuclear talks stall over enrichment timelines. President Trump brokered a three-day U… No Iran mocks U.S. deal, Fed splits 8-4, courts block Trump tariffs again full 461e22b3-0c64-4f7e-b86f-00b8c007c96f https://share.transistor.fm/s/955a4ea6 Fri, 08 May 2026 03:26:17 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 476 Iran dismissed a U.S. peace proposal as an American wish-list while President Trump threatened military strikes, sending oil markets whipsawing. Jerome Powell held rates steady in the Fed's most divi… Iran dismissed a U.S. peace proposal as an American wish-list while President Trump threatened military strikes, sending oil markets whipsawing. Jerome Powell held rates steady in the Fed's most divi… No U.S. and Iran near war-ending deal, Russia threatens Kyiv full e1333013-0bb4-45cc-983e-fc1c7f0a3346 https://share.transistor.fm/s/27f29c98 Thu, 07 May 2026 03:26:24 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 470 The U.S. and Iran are negotiating a memorandum to formally end hostilities and begin nuclear talks, with stock markets surging and oil prices falling on the news. Russia threatened massive missile st… The U.S. and Iran are negotiating a memorandum to formally end hostilities and begin nuclear talks, with stock markets surging and oil prices falling on the news. Russia threatened massive missile st… No Project Freedom paused after one day, Colorado's AI fight reaches federal court full b28968c8-3e40-4f72-bd26-758b81c59657 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ed77cfd Wed, 06 May 2026 03:28:16 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 491 The U.S. military operation escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz lasted barely a day before President Trump announced a pause, though over 1,500 commercial vessels remain stranded and shots c… The U.S. military operation escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz lasted barely a day before President Trump announced a pause, though over 1,500 commercial vessels remain stranded and shots c… No Iran attacks UAE, ceasefire collapses, oil spikes, markets brace for rate hikes full 6691a6dc-1b35-465c-ace3-b8f3107794cd https://share.transistor.fm/s/5ba0d876 Tue, 05 May 2026 03:28:06 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 487 Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at UAE targets including a major oil facility, marking the first strike since the ceasefire began and pushing the region closer to open conflict. Oil price… Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at UAE targets including a major oil facility, marking the first strike since the ceasefire began and pushing the region closer to open conflict. Oil price… No U.S. deploys 15,000 troops to Hormuz as Iran warns of attack full dd61d006-f0a1-4f82-ac16-1e5222449cef https://share.transistor.fm/s/4dcdc0ce Mon, 04 May 2026 03:27:32 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 445 The U.S. military is launching "Project Freedom" to open shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran's military says it will fire on any American forces that enter those waters. The Federal… The U.S. military is launching "Project Freedom" to open shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran's military says it will fire on any American forces that enter those waters. The Federal… No Iran diplomacy deadlocked, U.S. troop cuts reshape Europe full 7b02e3d2-ad8f-4330-be8e-180bf6ac41ce https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e5598c0 Sun, 03 May 2026 03:26:08 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 507 Iran's 14-point peace proposal was rejected by Trump, with no agreement on whether to address nuclear issues or sanctions first—and oil prices and food costs keep rising across Asia. The Pentagon ann… Iran's 14-point peace proposal was rejected by Trump, with no agreement on whether to address nuclear issues or sanctions first—and oil prices and food costs keep rising across Asia. The Pentagon ann… No Trump escalates Cuba sanctions, Fed fractured on rates, EU backs Ukraine loan full 45dc1c34-1816-4d46-b4de-68e175c9b5da https://share.transistor.fm/s/f6a265fc Sat, 02 May 2026 03:25:42 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 421 The Trump administration authorized secondary sanctions targeting foreign banks and companies doing business with Cuba, marking the most aggressive economic isolation in decades as the island faces r… The Trump administration authorized secondary sanctions targeting foreign banks and companies doing business with Cuba, marking the most aggressive economic isolation in decades as the island faces r… No Gas hits $4.40 as Iran conflict spreads economic pain, DeepSeek's China push full dfccbc29-ba09-481b-9510-e1c6171ce287 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c01286b4 Fri, 01 May 2026 03:28:23 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 487 Gasoline prices jumped to nearly $4.40 a gallon as the Strait of Hormuz remains blockaded, marking the largest oil supply disruption in history. The economy grew 2 percent in Q1 but the gains mask a… Gasoline prices jumped to nearly $4.40 a gallon as the Strait of Hormuz remains blockaded, marking the largest oil supply disruption in history. The economy grew 2 percent in Q1 but the gains mask a… No Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz proposal, Warsh Fed vote breaks historic precedent full 0fb76f91-c899-4848-ab7c-69f30f79404a https://share.transistor.fm/s/4040abfe Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:28:01 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 487 President Trump doubled down on a naval blockade of Iran, rejecting a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and demanding permanent nuclear restrictions first. Oil prices surged to four-year highs… President Trump doubled down on a naval blockade of Iran, rejecting a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and demanding permanent nuclear restrictions first. Oil prices surged to four-year highs… No Big Tech earnings tonight, Fed frozen by inflation surge, UAE exits OPEC full 24c89c3a-d1bd-4789-97b4-2ef86d1409e3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/58ba5091 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:35:19 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 553 Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft report earnings this evening with investors focused on whether their $600 billion AI spending bet is paying off. Inflation hit 3.3 percent in March driven by sur… Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft report earnings this evening with investors focused on whether their $600 billion AI spending bet is paying off. Inflation hit 3.3 percent in March driven by sur… No Hormuz talks collapse, Fed stuck on rates, Comey indicted over seashells full 3a18eb1c-59f1-46aa-9f3a-46521326d04a https://share.transistor.fm/s/6296e60c Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:34:17 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 530 Diplomatic efforts to end the Strait of Hormuz blockade have broken down after Trump pulled envoys from talks, leaving about 2,000 ships stranded and oil prices soaring. The Federal Reserve held rate… Diplomatic efforts to end the Strait of Hormuz blockade have broken down after Trump pulled envoys from talks, leaving about 2,000 ships stranded and oil prices soaring. The Federal Reserve held rate… No Tech giants report AI earnings amid $600B spending bet full ddcc066a-c052-4a20-937a-ba4797746a45 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e127ffee Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:34:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 498 Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft report quarterly results tonight, revealing whether their record $600 billion AI infrastructure spending is actually driving revenue growth. The Senate advanced… Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft report quarterly results tonight, revealing whether their record $600 billion AI infrastructure spending is actually driving revenue growth. The Senate advanced… No UAE exits OPEC after 60 years, DOJ expands federal death penalty full b4c6c31c-bf14-468f-9570-5f647f9509dd https://share.transistor.fm/s/064c4acf Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:33:17 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 469 The United Arab Emirates is leaving OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, removing a major oil producer from the cartel as the Hormuz strait remains choked and oil prices surge past $113 a barrel. The Just… The United Arab Emirates is leaving OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, removing a major oil producer from the cartel as the Hormuz strait remains choked and oil prices surge past $113 a barrel. The Just… No Iran talks stall as oil soars, marijuana reclassified, Mali's largest attack in a decade full 83d13d56-fce6-4236-adbd-2b0b948fe19c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a551cc6 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:27:13 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 469 The U.S.–Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is deepening with talks stalled and a dual blockade cutting commercial shipping by over 90 percent, sending Brent crude to $111 a barrel. The Justice… The U.S.–Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is deepening with talks stalled and a dual blockade cutting commercial shipping by over 90 percent, sending Brent crude to $111 a barrel. The Justice… No Rubio rejects Iran deal as oil hits $111, EU backs Ukraine with €90B full d838e4d4-9547-400e-b20a-c194b80c9ad2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/78ea7800 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:28:11 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 515 Secretary of State Rubio rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a power grab. Brent crude surged past $111 a barrel as commercial traffic collapsed. The EU formally appro… Secretary of State Rubio rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a power grab. Brent crude surged past $111 a barrel as commercial traffic collapsed. The EU formally appro… No Iran's nuclear delay gambit, Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens full 078635f2-35e0-4515-a7ff-59e8de7dc571 https://share.transistor.fm/s/68b6278f Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:43:51 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 442 Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war while deferring nuclear talks, but the Trump administration rejected the deal, saying it won't separate the two issues. Oil prices are… Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war while deferring nuclear talks, but the Trump administration rejected the deal, saying it won't separate the two issues. Oil prices are… No Gunman attacks White House Correspondents' Dinner, Ukraine strikes deep into Russia full 9430179e-d428-4c0d-b7ff-7264ff1d2af2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a26e166 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:41:30 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 473 A gunman armed with a shotgun and knives charged a Secret Service checkpoint outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner last night but was stopped immediately with no civilian injuries. Ukraine c… A gunman armed with a shotgun and knives charged a Secret Service checkpoint outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner last night but was stopped immediately with no civilian injuries. Ukraine c… No Iran-US talks resume, court blocks Trump asylum ban, DOJ cuts thousands full 9790d43e-093f-43a5-b3cc-e17a3ea18377 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1497cc1e Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:14 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 512 Iran requested a second round of direct talks with the U.S., sending both sides back to Pakistan after negotiations collapsed earlier this week. A federal appeals court ruled President Trump exceeded… Iran requested a second round of direct talks with the U.S., sending both sides back to Pakistan after negotiations collapsed earlier this week. A federal appeals court ruled President Trump exceeded… No Iran talks collapse, U.S. missile stockpile depleted, Europe rearming full 6d6e18aa-0b33-4232-81a5-cc49fbb80779 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3603fdc8 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:11 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 523 U.S.-Iran peace negotiations failed after Tehran refused nuclear commitments, and Iran seized ships in the Strait of Hormuz as the Pentagon burns through half its Patriot missiles in seven weeks. Pol… U.S.-Iran peace negotiations failed after Tehran refused nuclear commitments, and Iran seized ships in the Strait of Hormuz as the Pentagon burns through half its Patriot missiles in seven weeks. Pol… No Trump orders Navy to shoot Iran boats, marijuana rescheduled federally full c5437141-96a9-44b3-a562-32f630e4e86e https://share.transistor.fm/s/780f3d1b Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:09 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 521 President Trump issued a shoot-to-kill order for Iranian vessels laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as shipping traffic collapses and oil surges past $100. The Justice Departme… President Trump issued a shoot-to-kill order for Iranian vessels laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as shipping traffic collapses and oil surges past $100. The Justice Departme… No Iran seizes ships in Hormuz, EU loans Ukraine 90 billion euros full e033250c-b5a5-4a55-b445-ae2e062fe0bd https://share.transistor.fm/s/e92014c9 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:06 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 472 Iran's Revolutionary Guard seized two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as ship traffic through the waterway collapsed by 95 percent, triggering the largest energy supply disruption in decad… Iran's Revolutionary Guard seized two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as ship traffic through the waterway collapsed by 95 percent, triggering the largest energy supply disruption in decad… No Iran talks collapse over Touska seizure, Hormuz shipping halts full 87e30db6-7193-4232-a9c4-5c4ef6e7e6ff https://share.transistor.fm/s/18621d5b Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:04 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 424 Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran have broken down after American forces seized the Iranian cargo vessel Touska, prompting Iran to withdraw its negotiating delegation. The confrontation has… Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran have broken down after American forces seized the Iranian cargo vessel Touska, prompting Iran to withdraw its negotiating delegation. The confrontation has… No Iran ceasefire extended, SPLC indicted on fraud charges, AI funding hits $330B full b290425a-d5b7-4447-ade5-4d42cadd1075 https://share.transistor.fm/s/642ee4d3 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:31:01 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 474 The U.S.-Iran ceasefire has been extended indefinitely, but diplomatic talks have collapsed and oil prices are surging as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. A federal grand jury indicted the Southe… The U.S.-Iran ceasefire has been extended indefinitely, but diplomatic talks have collapsed and oil prices are surging as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. A federal grand jury indicted the Southe… No Iran ceasefire expires Wednesday as gas prices spike, Apple names new CEO full 37c7ffbc-02e8-44f6-bdf6-b809d878b405 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1ee9817 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:59 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 549 The U.S.-Iran ceasefire ends Wednesday with Trump signaling no extension, and gasoline prices just posted their largest monthly jump since 1967 as the Strait of Hormuz blockade roils the global econo… The U.S.-Iran ceasefire ends Wednesday with Trump signaling no extension, and gasoline prices just posted their largest monthly jump since 1967 as the Strait of Hormuz blockade roils the global econo… No Iran ceasefire collapses, consumer sentiment hits 74-year low full dd5c79ac-11c2-4f38-97be-22995f238d51 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a7a211e Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:56 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 460 The US-Iran ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz has fallen apart after just three days, with Iran closing the waterway again and the US Navy seizing an Iranian cargo vessel. American consumer sentime… The US-Iran ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz has fallen apart after just three days, with Iran closing the waterway again and the US Navy seizing an Iranian cargo vessel. American consumer sentime… No Iran shuts Hormuz strait again, IMF cuts growth forecast, AMOC tipping point looms full 10681ad4-d249-4511-8fdf-414b5d06f75c https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a799f3a Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:54 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 481 Iran reopened and then abruptly closed the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours as a ceasefire expires in days and nuclear talks remain deadlocked. The IMF downgraded global growth projections due to Mid… Iran reopened and then abruptly closed the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours as a ceasefire expires in days and nuclear talks remain deadlocked. The IMF downgraded global growth projections due to Mid… No Iran reverses course on Hormuz, consumer sentiment hits 74-year low full 5974eec3-d3aa-46e1-ac9e-83208b75055b https://share.transistor.fm/s/19a3e8a3 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:51 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 460 Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz to shipping on Thursday, then shut it down again by Friday, citing a continued U.S. blockade as a ceasefire violation. The economic fallout is mounting: U.S. inflatio… Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz to shipping on Thursday, then shut it down again by Friday, citing a continued U.S. blockade as a ceasefire violation. The economic fallout is mounting: U.S. inflatio… No Jury finds Live Nation liable in Ticketmaster antitrust case full 6049e2ca-5b85-4d99-b8ae-bc7a445b62c2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/97c172d4 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:49 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 451 A federal jury in Manhattan ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster unlawfully monopolized the ticketing market, controlling nearly 90 percent of major U.S. venues. Netflix beat earnings but signaled… A federal jury in Manhattan ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster unlawfully monopolized the ticketing market, controlling nearly 90 percent of major U.S. venues. Netflix beat earnings but signaled… No Iran ceasefire expires April 22, Snap cuts 1,000 jobs citing AI full 0a11c11f-34d5-45b3-9b7c-59c381e3fcb5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/690ff567 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:46 -0700 ZestLabs ZestLabs 401 Pakistan's Army Chief is in Tehran pushing for a second round of talks before the U.S.-Iran ceasefire expires on April 22, though three major sticking points remain unresolved. Snap is laying off abo… Pakistan's Army Chief is in Tehran pushing for a second round of talks before the U.S.-Iran ceasefire expires on April 22, though three major sticking points remain unresolved. Snap is laying off abo… No