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6 AM ET: Gaza war ‘will continue’, TX execution halted, Olympic snowboarder wanted & more CNN 5 Things
Israel’s prime minister says the war in Gaza will continue, despite the death of Hamas’ leader. Republicans are appealing a ruling that’s blocked some controversial election rules in Georgia. The execution of a Texas man has been halted in the 11th hour. Texas is suing a doctor and accusing her of carrying out gender affirming care even though it’s banned in the state. Plus, an Olympic snowboarder is wanted in the US for allegedly leading a deadly drug trafficking ring.
Oct 18, 2024
6 PM ET: A new opportunity for peace, GOP targets overseas voting, new report on internet freedoms & more CNN 5 Things
Top US officials are making renewed calls for a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal in Gaza after the killing of Hamas’s leader. Republicans are suing several battleground states over voting rights for Americans abroad. Death row inmate Robert Roberson is scheduled to be executed this evening, but it’s unclear if a new subpoena will delay it. An association of toymakers in Europe say some toys sold online pose a “danger to children.” Plus, two countries are tied for last in this year’s Freedom House report on global internet rights.
Oct 17, 2024
3 PM ET: Hamas leader confirmed dead, scathing Secret Service report, WNBA finals & more CNN 5 Things
The assassination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has US intelligence agencies scrambling. An independent panel of former law enforcement officials is calling for new leadership at the Secret Service. Some of the world’s wealthiest people have donated tens of millions of dollars to support former President Donald Trump’s reelection. The Federal Trade Commission is making it easier for you to cancel your gym membership. Plus, what basketball team is one win from history?
Oct 17, 2024
12 PM ET: Hamas leader's death investigated, Liam Payne 911 call, clergy abuse settlement & more CNN 5 Things
Israeli Army Radio reports Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is believed to have been killed, while Israeli officials work to officially confirm his death. The 2024 candidates continue their campaign blitz, while GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance is criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris' first-ever interview on Fox News. A preliminary autopsy report and a 911 call give more insight into former One Direction star Liam Payne’s death. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles will pay hundreds of millions of dollars to victims of clergy sexual abuse. Plus, dating apps are adding new features that show off users’ political views.
Oct 17, 2024
9 AM ET: NC early voting, growing global water disaster, AI fighting crime & more. CNN 5 Things
Early voting is starting in North Carolina, as the clean-up efforts from Hurricane Helene continue. Scientists are warning the global water cycle is off balance and is fueling a growing disaster. The US says it doesn’t want entire villages destroyed, after Israel released footage showing blasts near dozens of buildings in Lebanon. President Joe Biden has approved another round of student debt cancellations, impacting millions of borrowers. Plus, the government's use of AI to fight crime seems to be paying off.
Oct 17, 2024
6 AM ET: Harris’ heated Fox interview, US strikes Yemen, fans mourn Liam Payne & more CNN 5 Things
Vice-President Kamala Harris’ interview with Fox News became heated. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s has repeated false claims of Haitian immigrants eating pets in Ohio, while addressing undecided Latino voters. The US launched airstrikes on the Houthis in Yemen, as the UN accuses Israel of once again firing on peacekeeping positions in Lebanon. Fans held a vigil outside the hotel where former One Direction member Liam Payne died, as more details are released surrounding his death. And, Coca-cola recalls thousands of cases of a sugary drink mislabeled as “zero sugar.”
Oct 17, 2024
6 PM ET: Republicans join Harris in PA, Menendez family speaks, former One Direction member dies & more CNN 5 Things
Vice President Kamala Harris railed against former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania today, with the support of dozens of Republicans. The US says Israel has made some progress on getting aid into Gaza after a stern letter to the Israeli government. The Menendez brothers’ family members called for their release from prison today as prosecutors weigh new evidence in the murder of their parents. Bed Bath & Beyond is making a comeback at a rival store. Plus, Liam Payne, a former member of the boyband One Direction, has died at 31.
Oct 16, 2024
3 PM ET: Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Trump’s Jan. 6 case, Prada designs spacesuits & more CNN 5 Things
Lebanese state media claims Israeli strikes on a municipal building in southern Lebanon killed a mayor. In a new court filing, special Counsel Jack Smith argued that an obstruction charge against former President Donald Trump should stand. Death row inmate Robert Roberson made a last-ditch appeal to the US Supreme Court to stop his execution tomorrow. A new study found that adolescents taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss had lower risk of suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts. And, we have details on a new spacesuit designed for NASA’s Artemis III moon mission.
Oct 16, 2024
12 PM ET: Israel strike on Iran timeline, Boeing strike continues, chip shrinkflation reversed & more CNN 5 Things
Former President Donald Trump participated in a town hall about women’s issues. American officials expect Israel to launch a retaliatory attack against Iran before the US election next month. The ongoing strike at Boeing is causing a multi-billion-dollar problem for the company. The LA’s district attorney says a letter written by one of the Menendez brothers details alleged sexual abuse by their father. Plus, a major snack producer is putting more chips back in the bag.
Oct 16, 2024
9 AM ET; Iran strike ready, vote stumping, Combs wants accusers' names & more CNN 5 Things
A source has told CNN that Israel’s retaliation plan for Iran is ready, with an American official expecting it to happen before election day. Both of the leading presidential candidates keep pushing for people to get out and vote for them. Sean “Diddy” Combs' attorneys are asking the judge overseeing his sex trafficking case for the names of his accusers to be revealed. Police in Nigeria say at least 94 people have been killed after a crashed tanker exploded. Plus, a chess grandmaster has been kicked out of a competition for allegedly using a cell phone during matches.
Oct 16, 2024
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