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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.
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China says it’s fired several missiles into the sea around Taiwan, which is being seen as further retaliation for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit. Closing arguments are expected today in Brittney Griner's trial in Russia. The vote in Kansas to protect abortion rights is giving Democrats hope for the midterms. The Senate heard testimony detailing some of the threats made to officials and election workers following the 2020 election, and the struggle to provide security. Plus, stranded at sea in a capsized boat - we'll tell you how one man survived for 16 hours. 

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This evening, a jury has reached a verdict on punitive damages in Alex Jones’ defamation trial about the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Plus, the Indiana House of Representatives has passed a bill that bans abortions at all stages of pregnancy with limited exceptions. Some city officials are raising concerns about the pace of migrant buses from Texas. A third person has died from a lightning strike near the White House. Lastly, we break down the challenges causing flight cancellations in the US.

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Universities across the US are facing mounting pressure after another weekend of student protests and arrests. The State Department is split on whether Israel is following international law while using American weapons. Support for former President Donald Trump doesn't appear to be wavering, and he's got a surprising, if reluctant, supporter. At least four people have died after a tornado hit Oklahoma. Plus, global measles cases nearly doubled between 2022 and 2023.

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A jury has decided how much right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones will have to pay in damages in a defamation trial about the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting. We’ll tell you about an incident inside Mall of America that has police investigating. Former President Donald Trump’s legal team is communicating with the US Justice Department as part of a probe about the Capitol insurrection. Senate Democrats have reached a deal on a major economic package. Lastly, monkeypox is now a public health emergency in the US.

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Monkeypox is now a public health emergency in the US. A Russian court has sentenced WNBA star Brittney Griner to nine years in jail. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited the demilitarized zone that divides North and South Korea. Four current and former Louisville officers are facing federal charges in connection with the deadly raid on Breonna Taylor’s home in 2020. Lastly, a Florida state attorney who vowed not to prosecute those who violate the state’s abortion ban has been suspended.

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More information is coming out about this weekend's car bombing on the outskirts of Moscow that killed the daughter of a close confidant of Vladimir Putin. Three officers in Arkansas are being investigated after a video appears to show them beating a suspect during an arrest. More than 14 million people in the SW under flood alerts today as extreme weather continues to plague the US. The death toll has risen in Somalia after the siege at an upscale hotel. And, Regal Cinemas are in trouble.

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Ukraine’s president says Russia fired missiles in the capital, Kyiv, during the UN chief’s visit. Hear how the president responded in a video message. Plus, a new report reveals how much Russia made off of its exports to Europe, and the action the EU says it’s taking to change that. In US politics, the chair of a committee investigating the January 6, 2021 insurrection at the US Capitol has announced when hearings are taking place. In our business news, Wall Street reacts to Amazon’s surprise earnings report falling short of expectations. Lastly, the bill that could change how tech giants compete with smaller businesses. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
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US Homicide record, debt-ceiling looms, student loan forgiveness, Zuckerberg's reaction, fat bear week To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
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"Willful retention of national defense information" - we'll tell you why those words could spell trouble for former President Donald Trump. Some of the people charged over the January 6th Capitol attack are making money from the insurrection, and apparently it's legal. Some teachers in Wisconsin are still banned from flying Pride flags or putting their pronouns in emails. Passengers have died after a mid-air plane crash in California. Plus, three men have been charged over the killing of infamous gangster James "Whitey" Bulger.

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A Democratic lawmaker leading talks on gun control legislation hopes to have a deal reached by this week as actor Matthew McConaughey makes an emotional plea for change. Plus, we’ll tell you where the battle in eastern Ukraine stands as Russia attempts to take key cities. We’ll also hear from two Biden administration officials about the war’s impact on inflation and gas prices. Then, we’ll detail Steve Bannon’s move against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the January 6th committee to fight contempt charges. Lastly, we’ll break down a new law that will require some phones and electronic devices to use a standard charger. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
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How many episodes does CNN 5 Things have?

CNN 5 Things currently has 4972 episodes available.

What topics does CNN 5 Things cover?

The podcast is about News, Daily News and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on CNN 5 Things?

The episode title '9 AM ET: Missiles fired around Taiwan, Griner closing arguments, stranded and capsized at sea & more' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on CNN 5 Things is 5 minutes.

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Episodes of CNN 5 Things are typically released every 4 hours.

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The first episode of CNN 5 Things was released on Oct 27, 2020.

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