Episode Details

Today’s Headlines: In an unexpected turn of events, a submarine carrying five individuals on a mission to document the Titanic wreckage has gone missing. The submarine is operated by OceanGate Expeditions, a private company that facilitates scientific research and offers paid participation for "mission specialists." A rescue operation is underway. Additionally, a Department of Justice investigation reveals civil rights violations by the Minneapolis Police Department, prompting the possibility of a consent decree for reform. In a high-profile case, Robert Bowers is convicted on 63 charges for the deadly Tree of Life synagogue shooting. The FDA advises updating COVID booster shots to protect against a new strain, XBB, which has become predominant in the US. Lastly, Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and other companies agree to show customers the full price of tickets upfront, including fees, providing greater transparency.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

• AP News: Deep-sea craft carrying 5 people to Titanic wreckage reported missing, search underway
• NPR: DOJ report finds systemic patterns of abuse by the Minneapolis Police Department
• CBS News: Pittsburgh synagogue shooter found guilty in Tree of Life attack
• NBC News: FDA asks drugmakers to update Covid boosters to target XBB.1.5 for the fall
• CNN: Biden announces Live Nation and Ticketmaster will allow consumers to see all fees up front 

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz

Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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