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CNN 5 Things

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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.
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Episodes

Fight over SNAP Benefits, Shot Teacher Testifies, Royal Titles Revoked and more

A federal judge is weighing in on a high-stakes fight over food stamp benefits. We have key takeaways on a new US-China trade deal. A Virginia teacher testified about being shot by a 6-year-old student in a trial against a former assistant principal. Hurricane Melissa is moving away from the Caribbean after leaving a trail of destruction behind. Plus, we’ll tell you why King Charles is stripping his brother of his royal titles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 30, 20257 min

Shutdown Day 30, Three-Star General Pushed Out, Louvre Arrests and more

A group of senators believe there may be a path to end the government shutdown, as food banks warn of a “perfect storm” ahead. We breakdown all the deals of President Donald Trump's Asia tour. Tensions at the Pentagon have led to the ousting of a senior military figure. Tech giant Nvidia has reached another unprecedented milestone. Plus, more people have been arrested in connection with the Louvre jewels heist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 30, 20257 min

China Trade Deal, US Nuclear Tests, Melissa Aftermath and more

We start with the results of President Donald Trump’s top-level talks with China’s leader Xi Jinping. Trump has threatened to begin nuclear weapons testing for the first time in three decades. The death toll is rising after Hurricane Melissa caused destruction across the Caribbean. The US has conducted another lethal strike on an alleged drug boat. Plus, it was a record-breaking night in the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 30, 20257 min

Fed Cuts Rates, Bahamas on Alert, Louvre Heist Suspects and more

We start with the Federal Reserve’s lowest interest rates in three years. The Bahamas braces for Hurricane Melissa amid its destructive aftermath in parts of the Caribbean. The clock is ticking to cover food stamp benefits for millions of Americans. We have an update on the Louvre jewelry heist investigation. Plus, a trial is underway in the case of a Virginia teacher shot by a 6-year-old student. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 29, 20257 min

Trump-Xi Meeting, Melissa Hits Cuba, Interest Rates Cut and more

Here’s what we’re expecting from President Donald Trump’s much anticipated meeting with China’s leader Xi Jinping. After causing devastation in Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa is now lashing Cuba. Israel has given an update on the ceasefire in Gaza. The Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates today – and we’ll explain why it may be the last time for a while. Plus, the drama from last night’s World Series match between the Toronto Blue Jays and the LA Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Oct 29, 20257 min

Israel Strikes Gaza, Melissa Devastation, Trump’s South Korea trip and more

Dozens of people have been killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza, threatening the ceasefire. Jamaica has been declared a “disaster area” after Hurricane Melissa tore through the country. We have the key takeaways of Trump’s visit to South Korea. Obamacare enrollees are getting their first look at next year’s prices, with premiums soaring. Plus, is Trump walking back on talks of a third term? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 29, 20257 min

Monster Melissa, ICE Shake-Up, Biden Autopen Report and more

The Category 5 storm Melissa hitting Jamaican shores is now the second-strongest hurricane in Atlantic history. ICE may be getting another shake-up from the Trump administration. We tell you why the Israeli Prime Minister’s office is accusing Hamas of violating the Gaza ceasefire agreement. A new UN report accuses Russia of committing crimes against humanity in Ukraine. Plus, former President Joe Biden’s use of the autopen is under fresh scrutiny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Oct 28, 20257 min

Melissa Hits Jamaica, US-Japan Deal, Amazon Layoffs and more

Jamaica is bracing for the strongest storm on the planet this year. A key mineral framework deal has been agreed between the US and Japan. There may be hope for some federal workers who have missed their pay checks. Amazon is set to make massive job cuts today. Plus, the prison release date for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been announced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 20257 min

Hurricane Melissa, Third-Term Talk, Houston Serial Killer Speculations and more

Mandatory evacuation orders are in place as the strongest storm on the planet this year closes in on Jamaica. Millions are at risk of losing food stamps amid the government shutdown. Trump isn’t ruling out running for a third term as president. Hamas has released another body of a deceased hostage. Plus, Houston officials address the anxiety surrounding bayou deaths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 27, 20257 min

Worst Flight Delays, Trump MRI Scan, Halloween Candy Prices and more

The second leg of President Donald Trump's diplomacy tour in Asia has begun in Japan. Yesterday saw the worst flight delays since the government shutdown began. Trump’s admission he had an MRI scan has raised fresh concerns about his health. We explain why Canada and the US could be losing their measles elimination status. Plus, why Halloween Candy may taste differently this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 27, 20257 min

US-China Trade Deal, Category 5 Hurricane, Louvre Heist Arrests and more

The US and China have agreed the outline for a trade agreement after weeks of tensions. A British commentator has been detained by ICE during his speaking tour of the US. Jamaica is preparing for what could be a devastating Category 5 hurricane. Two US navy planes crashed in the South China Sea yesterday. Plus, we have an update on the Louvre museum theft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 27, 20257 min

One Thing: Why Job Hunting Feels Impossible Right Now

Since the pandemic, the US economy has been resilient – but a weakening labor market and stubborn inflation have some experts concerned. We hear from two job seekers about their struggles and look at whether certain ‘recession indicators’ are actually worth worrying about. Guests: Elie Bryan, Amy Suman, & Diane Swonk, KPMG Chief Economist --- Host/Producer: David Rind Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Alicia Wallace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Oct 26, 202522 min

5 Good Things: Some Good News That’s Totally Nuts

A wildlife expert performed a tiny transplant surgery. A Texas volleyball team serves an epic surprise for their school’s beloved custodian. New research brings good news to parents hoping to prevent peanut allergies. A retired computer technician in Florida is paying it forward to people in need. And in Chicago, second chances are in full bloom for at-risk youth, thanks to this CNN Hero. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson...

Oct 25, 202513 min

'No Crazy War’, Jeffries Endorses Mamdani, East Ballroom Donors and more

Venezuela’s president is pleading for peace, as President Donald Trump announced possible targets in Venezuela. An anonymous friend of President Trump has made an unusual donation. Zohran Mamdani has secured the support of a top House Democrat. We have an update on the legal dispute over National Guard deployment in Portland, Oregon. Plus, we’ll tell you who is paying for Trump’s new ballroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 24, 20257 min

Leticia James Plea, Inflation Report, Trump’s Trip and more

New York Attorney General Leticia James appeared in federal court in Virginia today in the mortgage fraud case against her. Hear how the government shutdown is financially impacting more than a million federal workers. We'll break down the latest inflation figures. President Donald Trump is heading to Asia today, ahead of a crucial meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Plus, why the Louvre heist is giving this company a publicity boost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Oct 24, 20257 min

Ad Stops Trade Talks, Virginia Congressional Maps, Alaska Airline Outage and more

President Donald Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over a TV ad. Virginia's Democrat lawmakers are looking to redraw the state’s US House districts. Passengers around the country were left stranded after Alaska Airlines' flights were temporarily grounded by an IT outage. The Trump administration is turning to the Navy to ramp up construction of migrant detention centers. Plus, tropical storm Melissa is rapidly strengthening over the Caribbean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Oct 24, 20256 min

NBA Scandal Fallout, Mortgage Rates, Binance Founder Pardoned and more

The head coach of the Portland Trailblazer’s has been placed on leave, as the FBI’s probe into the league continues. We tell you why President Donald Trump called off his plan to send federal agents to this city. A federal food assistance program is the latest casualty of the government shutdown. Some welcome news for American homebuyers. Plus, Trump opens a door for the world’s largest crypto exchange in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 23, 20257 min

Russia Sanctions Reaction, Rebuilding Gaza, NBA Arrests and more

World leaders and markets have responded to the US’ fresh sanctions on Russian oil companies. Senate Republicans are trying a new tactic to pressure Democrats into ending the government funding stalemate. Vice President JD Vance has weighed in on the rebuilding of Rafah in Gaza. Pregnant women have reported mistreatment in ICE detention. Plus, an NBA player and a coach have been arrested. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 23, 20257 min

Russian Oil Sanctions, SF Federal Crackdown, Ballroom Donors and more

The Trump administration is hitting Russia’s two largest oil companies with sanctions. San Francisco’s leaders are getting ready to respond to a federal crackdown. The last debate in the race to be New York City’s mayor got heated last night. We tell you why more than 2,500 Starlink devices have been disabled. Plus, the list of donors is out for President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 23, 20257 min

NC’s New Map, 8th US Strike, a Controversial Tattoo and more

We begin with the winner of the battle to redraw North Carolina’s congressional map. Federal judges are ruling on National troop deployment, but the Supreme Court may intervene. The US military has expanded its alleged drug-trafficking combat to the Pacific. We’ll tell you how the government shutdown impacts flu season. Plus, a controversial tattoo on the chest of a senate candidate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 22, 20257 min

Democrat Shutdown Demands, Economy Warning, Gaza Aid Ruling and more

House Minority leader Chuck Schumer wants a meeting with President Donald Trump before he heads overseas. Some Americans are falling behind on this particular payment, and it’s a bad sign for the economy. The Pentagon has barred nearly all defense personnel from talking to lawmakers. The UN’s top court has criticized Israel’s aid restrictions into Gaza. Plus, cases of this type of cancer are rapidly rising in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 22, 20257 min

Trump-Putin Meeting Fizzles, Trump’s Potential DOJ Payout, ICE Shooting and more

A planned meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin looks to have stalled out. Trump says he could be looking to get $230 million from his own Justice Department. A new poll suggests the message of the “No Kings” protest is resonating with a large swath of Americans. The body of the oldest hostage taken by Hamas has been returned to Israel. Plus, two people have been shot during an ICE operation in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 22, 20257 min

Trump-Putin summit stalled, Vance in Israel, Giuffre’s memoir & more

We begin with President Donald Trump and why won't be meeting with his Russian counterpart anytime soon. Vice President JD Vance is in Israel today and says he’s optimistic about the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Two people were injured during an ICE operation in Los Angeles. A pardoned capitol rioter has been arrested and charged with threatening a Democratic leader. Plus, new details from Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Oct 21, 20257 min

Shutdown stalemate, NC congressional map, White House demolition & more

The government shutdown has just hit the three-week point and both sides are continuing to dig in their heels. North Carolina’s Republican senators have just approved a new congressional map. A former French president is starting his prison sentence today. Florida’s attorney general has issued subpoenas to Roblox. Plus, why excavators are tearing down part of the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 21, 20256 min

National Guard ruling, Trump-Putin meeting uncertainty, NFL player death & more

An appeals court has decided whether to allow the Trump Administration to deploy the National Guard in Portland. President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin could be put on ice. We tell you why the nomination of a controversial Trump pick is dead on arrival. Japan has just made political history. Plus, a former NFL player has died after a reported struggle with police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 21, 20257 min

AWS outage recovery, Trump threatens Hamas, kiwis as medicine & more

We begin with Amazon Web Services, which says it’s narrowing down the cause of today's massive outage. The government shutdown hits day 20 as Australia inks a lucrative deal with the White House. President Donald Trump has threatened to eradicate Hamas if certain conditions aren't met. The masterminds behind the Louvre heist remain at large, while the museum stays closed. Plus, scientists say one sweet fruit might actually relieve this chronic condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Oct 20, 20257 min

Amazon outage ‘mitigated,’ US-Colombia feud escalates, peanut allergy prevention & more

Millions of people around the world were impacted by a major internet outage today, but an expert says it could have been much worse. Senators are returning to Capitol Hill today, with no compromise in sight to end the shutdown. President Donald Trump says tariffs are coming for Colombia. The FBI is investigating a “suspicious” hunting stand near Florida’s Air Force One landing zone. Plus, some good news on preventing peanut allergies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Oct 20, 20257 min

Online outage, Gaza ceasefire test, ‘No Kings’ protests & more

A huge global outage is impacting online services such as Amazon, Fortnite and Snapchat. The US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza seems to be holding, after a major test over the weekend. President Donald Trump has responded to the latest wave of “No Kings” protests with an AI meme. The ongoing government shutdown means the federal agency overseeing the US’ nuclear stockpile will furlough the vast majority of its staff from today. Plus, a manhunt is underway after a jewelry heist at the Louvre in Paris...

Oct 20, 20256 min

One Thing: Cartels, The CIA, and Trump’s True Intentions in Venezuela

President Donald Trump publicly admitted he has authorized he authorized the CIA to operate inside Venezuela to crack down on flows of illegal drugs and migrants to the US. It comes as Trump continues to authorize deadly strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean. But is this really about drugs – or regime change? Guests: Natasha Bertrand, CNN Correspondent & Steven Dudley, co-director, InSight Crime --- Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Ed...

Oct 19, 202520 min

5 Good Things: Hundreds of Spooky Displays for a Sweet Cause

What started as ⁠a dad’s epic Halloween display⁠ turned into ⁠a nationwide movement⁠ that raised spirits – and nearly $1 million – for ⁠kids with cancer.⁠ Meet the fish with mysterious markings that have anglers and scientists hooked. This cheese expert from Philadelphia made history at the Cheese Olympics. High school students in New York City got to ⁠play chef ⁠ for the country’s largest school district. Plus, Italy's oldest barista on how she's brewed up joy for generations. Sign up for the C...

Oct 18, 202514 min
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