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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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9 AM ET: More strikes on Beirut, Helene impacted voting, couple can't sue Uber & more

CNN teams in Beirut have heard several blasts in the city, hours after a deadly strike in the center of Lebanon's capital. Election officials in the Southeast are working to make sure those affected by Hurricane Helene can still cast early ballots. More than 30 million people are under heat alerts across the Southwest and parts of California. New CDC data shows a record share of American kindergartners had an exemption for required vaccinations last school year. And, a couple are blocked from su...

Oct 03, 20247 min

6 AM ET: Central Beirut attack, special counsel's new details, US bomb explodes in Japan & more

A deadly Israeli airstrike hit central Beirut overnight, as Israel continues to threaten retaliation against Iran for this week's missile barrage. A federal judge released new details in the special counsel's election subversion case against former President Donald Trump. Entire communities are still cut off and unable to receive basic supplies, a week since Hurricane Helene first hit the US. The Dominican Republic plans to deport up to 10,000 Haitian migrants each week. And, an American bomb ex...

Oct 03, 20247 min

6 PM ET: Trump’s election subversion case, Israel’s response to Iran, Bank of America outage & more

In a new court filing, Special Counsel Jack Smith provided his fullest picture yet on the evidence against former President Donald Trump in the 2020 election subversion case. President Joe Biden says he doesn’t support a potential Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear sites in response to the country's missile attack. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris surveyed damage left behind from Hurricane Helene. Authorities arrested dozens of suspected White supremacist gang members in a large-scale takedo...

Oct 02, 20246 min

3 PM ET: Lebanon evacuation orders, Helene relief efforts, port strike panic-buying & more

A quarter of Lebanese territory is now under Israeli military evacuation orders amid its ground offensive targeting Hezbollah. President Joe Biden is sending up to a thousand troops to North Carolina to help with relief efforts from Hurricane Helene. Russia has captured a key eastern Ukrainian town after months of resistance. Prosecutors played shocking video showing the killing of a Kentucky judge in his chambers. And, we’ll explain why you don’t need to panic-buy toilet paper because of the na...

Oct 02, 20247 min

12 PM ET: Wider war fears, stock market surge, time to get your shots & more

As Israel decides how to respond to Iran's huge missile attack, the US is not urging restraint like it usually does. Last night's vice presidential debate was a lot nicer than people expected. Hurricane Helene "wiped away" major portions of the power grid. The stock market hit a milestone we haven't seen since the late 90s. And, health experts say it's time to get vaccinated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 02, 20247 min

9 AM ET: Iran's nuclear sites, abortion denial lawsuit, X's value drops & more

Israel could target Iran's nuclear sites in retaliation for last night's missile barrage. We're only just starting to learn the full devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, as the death toll rises again. After a pretty cordial vice presidential debate, former President Donald Trump says he'd veto a federal abortion ban. California is suing a hospital that refused to give a woman an emergency abortion when she suffered a miscarriage. And, Elon Musk's X is worth a lot less than when he bought it a...

Oct 02, 20247 min

6 AM ET: Iran strikes Israel, VP debate stays cordial, Mexico's first female president & more

Iran has launched its largest ever attack on Israel, raising concerns of a wider war. The vice presidential debate stayed cordial last night - we'll give you the highlights. Helene is now the second deadliest Hurricane to hit the US mainland in 50 years. Mexico has sworn in its first female president. And, a woman born with two uteruses has delivered twins, one from each womb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 02, 20247 min

6 PM ET: Iranian missile attack latest, potential new Diddy allegations, ‘Good Times’ actor dies & more

Israeli officials are warning of “serious consequences” following Iran’s attack on Israel today. We’ll break down some of the topics both vice-presidential candidates are expected to cover during tonight’s debate. A Houston-based law firm says more than 100 individuals intend to pursue new allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs. We have new developments on a massive port strike on the nation’s East and Gulf Coasts. Plus, John Amos, the actor known for his role as the family patriarch on the hit ...

Oct 01, 20246 min

3 PM ET: Iran’s aerial barrage, Helene’s devastating aftermath, high-stakes VP debate & more

Iran has launched a wave of missiles at Israel in response to the deaths of a Hezbollah leader and others. The death toll continues to climb in the wake of Hurricane Helene as desperation grows to find the missing. Recent polling gives a snapshot of where both vice-presidential candidates fare among voters ahead of tonight’s debate. Rwanda is dealing with its first outbreak of Marburg virus disease. And, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson made an assertion about Queen Elizabeth’s cause ...

Oct 01, 20246 min

12 PM ET: Many missing after Helene, potential Iran attack, $11K Coldplay tickets & more

Hundreds of people are still unaccounted for following Hurricane Helene, while others find inventive solutions to deliver supplies to those cut off by the storm’s destruction. The US believes Iran is planning an imminent attack on Israel. Tens of thousands of port workers are striking across the East and Gulf Coast, causing major disruption to imports and exports. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has spoken publicly for the first time since his prison release. Plus, Coldplay tickets in India are...

Oct 01, 20247 min

9 AM ET: Helene's 'apocalyptic' aftermath, breast cancer deaths drop, baseball legend dies & more

Israel has started a ground war in southern Lebanon overnight, targeting Hezbollah. A lack of cell phone coverage and access means hundreds of people are struggling to get in touch with their loved ones in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. It's the VP debate tonight, as Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes on Ohio Senator JD Vance. Breast cancer deaths are dropping in the US, but there's been a jump in cases. And, a baseball legend who's career ended in controversy has died. Learn more about your ...

Oct 01, 20247 min

6 AM ET: Israel's ground incursion, port workers on strike, Jimmy Carter turns 100 & more

Israel's military says it's launched a "limited ground operation" in southern Lebanon. Hundreds of people are still missing as southeastern states try to pick up the pieces from Hurricane Helene. 50,000 port workers have gone on strike from Maine to Texas. A Georgia judge has struck down the state's six week abortion ban. And, it's Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 01, 20247 min

6 PM ET: The next phase of Israel’s war, crime down nationwide, glaciers redefining geography & more

We’ll tell you what the presidential candidates have been up to on the campaign trail today. The Israeli military has closed a military zone around three towns in the far north of the country in advance of attacks. New FBI data shows crime rates have dropped this year. The man accused in the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump entered a plea in court today. Plus, we’ll explain why Italy and Switzerland are redrawing part of their shared border. Learn more about you...

Sep 30, 20247 min

3 PM ET: Biden’s Middle East balancing act, Helene’s death toll climbs, US housing market stagnates & more

President Joe Biden once again called for a ceasefire in Lebanon amid escalating Israeli attacks. We’ll update you on the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene. Medical records for both vice presidential candidates were improperly accessed at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The US housing market is seeing its lowest turnover rate in at least 30 years. Plus, an NBA legend has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 30, 20247 min

12 PM ET: Storm deaths mount, Israeli ground raids, VP debate prep & more

More than 100 deaths connected to Hurricane Helene have been reported across six states, and that number could continue to rise. Sources say Israeli special forces have started to carry out small raids into Lebanon. Police in Nepal are using zip lines to rescue people after days of heavy monsoon rains triggered widespread flooding. Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz are preparing to face off on the debate stage tomorrow night. Plus, DirectTV is buying a rival for one dollar. Learn more about...

Sep 30, 20246 min

9 AM ET: Iran retaliation fears, port workers strike, student loan benefit ending & more

The US is working with Israel to prepare defenses over concerns Iran could strike. Hurricane Helene has left a 500-mile path of destruction as millions are still without power. Vice President Kamala Harris is taking aim at former President Donald Trump's healthcare plans. Port workers could strike tomorrow, which may lead to shortages of some products. And, a pandemic era student loan benefit ends today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 30, 20247 min

6 AM ET: Helene death toll rises, chemical plant fire, Kris Kristofferson dies & more

Hurricane Helene has now killed at least 95 people, and there are fears the number will continue to rise. Israel has stepped up its attacks on Iran backed-militant groups after killing Hezbollah's leader. Former President Donald Trump continued to insult Vice President Kamala Harris, but some GOP allies want him to change focus. A fire at a chemical plant has caused a reaction that's forced around 17,000 people to evacuate their homes. Plus, country music superstar and Hollywood actor Kris Krist...

Sep 30, 20246 min

One Thing: Understanding the Latino Vote

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both working to mobilize Latinos, a crucial voting bloc. However, the nuances within the group are playing out in some unexpected ways. In this episode, we examine how both campaigns are crafting their messages and Trump’s (occasionally awkward) embrace of reggaeton stars. Guests: Katelina Eccleston, reggaeton historian & Cristina Beltrán, NYU associate professor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Sep 29, 202426 min

5 Good Things: A New View of Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’

Some new research might convince you to try dabbling in arts and crafts. Scientists have learned that the swirls in Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night” painting don't appear to be random. A pet cat wandered almost 1,000 miles back home. Why conservationists brought huge elephant sculptures to New York City. Plus, school is back in session, we’re revisiting why some parents of elementary school kids in upstate New York like getting calls from the principal’s office. Learn more about your ad choices...

Sep 28, 202413 min

6 PM ET: VP debate rules, DOJ charges Iranian hackers, free Covid tests are back & more

CBS News has announced the official rules for the vice-presidential debate on next Tuesday at 9PM Eastern. Three Iranian government-linked hackers have been accused of breaching former President Donald Trump’s campaign, among other things. North Carolina’s Department of Transportation has said all roads in the western part of the state are closed. Sean “Diddy” Combs’ attorney says the rapper wants to testify at his criminal trial. Plus, US households are once again eligible to receive free Covid...

Sep 27, 20247 min

3 PM ET: Helene’s impact continues, Israel targets Hezbollah leader, Adams pleads not guilty & more

Hurricane Helene has killed more than 20 people across four states, and millions are without power. An Israeli official told CNN the military is working to verify whether Hezbollah’s leader was killed in a strike. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to five federal charges. A new CNN poll conducted by SSRS shows the presidential candidates tied among likely voters in a critical swing state. Plus, inflation cooled significantly last month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Sep 27, 20246 min

12 PM ET: Helene triggers flooding, Netanyahu's UN speech, NYC mayor in court & more

Tropical Storm Helene is causing life-threatening flooding in the southeast. Israel’s prime minister has dashed hopes of there being a ceasefire with Hezbollah soon. New York City’s mayor has arrived at court on federal corruption charges. New research suggests a third of Americans are deficient in a vital mineral. Plus, one of Britain’s most celebrated actresses has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 27, 20247 min

9 AM ET: Helene's northward path, Harris' border visit, deepfake watching criminalized & more

Tropical storm Helene is now battering Georgia after leaving a path of destruction in Florida. An Israeli strike has hit a Gaza hospital compound as Israel and Hezbollah are trading fresh strikes at each other across the border with Lebanon. Vice President Kamala Harris plans to visit the southern border today, to counter former President Donald Trump's poll lead on immigration. The NTSB is issuing urgent safety recommendations for some Boeing 737s. Plus, watching certain deepfakes will soon be ...

Sep 27, 20247 min

6 AM ET: Helene's destructive landfall, ceasefire back-and-forth, Trump-Zelensky meeting & more

Helene has slammed into Florida as a Category 4 hurricane and has now weakened as it moves north. Israel says its considering the US-led ceasefire proposal across the Israel-Lebanon border, after it's prime minister earlier said its airstrikes would continue. New York City’s mayor is facing pressure from fellow Democrats to resign after his federal indictment. Ukraine’s president is expected to meet with former President Donald Trump today. Plus, a major shareholder of Trump Media has sold nearl...

Sep 27, 20247 min

6 PM ET: Dire warnings about Hurricane Helene, DOJ discrimination report, Newsmax settles & more

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is urging those in the path of Hurricane Helene to take the storm seriously. At the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris pledged continued support for Ukraine. Federal investigators say police in a small, majority-Black Mississippi city discriminate against Black people. The pro-Trump cable channel Newsmax has settled a major 2020 election defamation lawsuit. Plus, there may be a connection between anti-trans legislation and suicide rates among transg...

Sep 26, 20247 min

3 PM ET: Palestinian leader addresses UNGA, the charges against NYC’s mayor, WNBA playoffs & more

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas spoke before the UN General Assembly today, as Israeli strikes killed at least 15 people at a shelter in Gaza. Federal authorities detailed the charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Former President Donald Trump’s lawyers argued that a $454 million judgement against him should be thrown out. Ports along the East and Gulf coasts are bracing for a potentially historic strike. Plus, we’ll tell you who’s going to the WNBA semifinals. Learn more...

Sep 26, 20247 min

12 PM ET: Hurricane Helene threat, Eric Adams' indictment, new Southwest seating & more

Authorities in Florida are making an urgent plea to residents as the potentially catastrophic Hurricane Helene intensifies. Israel says it’s launching “precise strikes” into Lebanon’s capital, as hopes for a ceasefire fade. The federal indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been unsealed. Southwest Airlines says assigned seating is coming, but not for a while. Plus, a longtime anchor at NBC announces she’s leaving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Sep 26, 20247 min

9 AM ET: Netanyahu pushes "full force", Zelensky goes to Washington, 'unsurvivable' storm surge & more

Hopes for a rapid ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah were quickly dashed this morning, as Israel’s prime minister says reports of an agreement are “incorrect.” President Joe Biden is ordering a surge of assistance to Ukraine ahead of Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to the White House today. Storm surge caused by Hurricane Helene may be "unsurvivable" in at least one part of Florida. A federal judge has approved a $600 million class-action settlement for the disastrous train derailment in East Pal...

Sep 26, 20247 min

UPDATED 6 AM ET: Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire calls, NYC mayor indicted, thousands flee Helene & more.

The US and allies are pushing for a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, as intense fighting escalates across the border. Sources tell CNN that New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted. Thousands have been forced evacuate their homes before potentially catastrophic Hurricane Helene makes landfall today. Meryl Streep is helping rally action against the Taliban. Plus, the world’s longest serving death row inmate finally clears his name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

Sep 26, 20247 min

6 PM ET: Hurricane Helene, government spending bill, Infowars auction & more

Vice President Kamala Harris pitched her economic vision to supporters at a Pennsylvania campaign event. The Israeli military’s army chief says soldiers are preparing for a possible ground incursion into Lebanon. Hurricane Helene is forecast to reach catastrophic Category 4 strength by the time it makes landfall tomorrow. House Speaker Mike Johnson turned to Democrats to help pass a stopgap funding bill and avoid a government shutdown. Plus, Alex Jones’ conspiracy theory empire is officially bei...

Sep 25, 20247 min
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