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.... more

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July 30, 2026 Blanche Nomination Stalls, CNN Poll Favors Dems, Missile Lands in Poland and More
President Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general is in trouble. We have some new economic data to discuss. A new CNN poll shows that as of now, Democrats have an edge heading into the midterms. A missile apparently launched by Russia lands inside Poland. And the cyclosporiasis outbreak takes a bite out of Taco Bell sales.

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July 30, 2026 More US Strikes, Fed Stays Put, BTS Backs Out and more
The US launches more strikes in Iran after President Trump’s retaliation vow. Dr. Anthony Fauci declines to answer questions over 100 times. The Fed holds interest rates steady, as three officials dissent. BTS pulls out of the Grammys after Asian pop category was added. Plus, the Green Bay Packers continue bike-riding tradition.

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July 29, 2026 Fed Holds Rates Steady, Todd Blanche’s Nomination in Peril, World Cup Controversy and more
We start with a divided Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates and how Wall Street is reacting. Dr. Anthony Fauci could be in trouble after repeatedly pleading the Fifth. A key Republican holdout is threatening to tank Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general tomorrow. We’ll hear another round of emotional testimony in a Massachusetts mom’s triple-murder trial. Plus, the soccer world is furious about a controversial plan from FIFA.

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July 29, 2026 Fauci Pleads the Fifth, Trump’s Approval Tanking, US Bans Humanoid Robot
Dr. Anthony Fauci was subpoenaed to testify on Capitol Hill to answer questions about the Covid-19 pandemic — but he’s keeping quiet. As President Donald Trump promises to retaliate against Iran, questions remain about US weapons stockpiles. Meanwhile, a new CNN poll is full of warning signs for Trump and his priorities. Wildfires continue to scorch Western Europe, and more countries could be in the danger zone. And we’ll explain why the US is banning certain foreign-made humanoid robots.

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July 29, 2026 Iran 'Surprise Attack', Blanche Nomination Uncertain, Northeast Floods, and more
A “surprise” attack by Iran triggers rare US-Saudi strikes. The Georgia school shooter gets life in prison without parole. Todd Blanche nomination uncertain as key GOP Senators raise doubts. An unusually strong storm threatens the northeast with flash floods. Plus, the World's longest continuous river race is underway on the Missouri River.

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July 28, 2026 Lindsey Graham’s Funeral, GA School Shooter Sentenced, Ultraprocessed Toddler Foods and more
We start with key highlights of President Donald Trump’s eulogy for longtime GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham. The fate of a teenage school shooter in Georgia has been sealed. Extreme weather conditions are fueling devastating wildfires in France and Spain. Florida is carrying out a rare double execution in a single day. Plus, an urgent warning to parents about toddler food in the US.

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July 28, 2026 Zelensky and Netanyahu Go to Washington, Japan Earthquake, US Flood Threat and More
Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sit down with President Donald Trump for separate high-stakes meetings. The US Geological Survey says southern Japan was rocked by a 6.8 magnitude earthquake. The northeastern US is on high alert for flooding today. Retailers are staying away from produce coming from part of Central Mexico – we'll tell you why. And President Trump wants the Supreme Court to consider his plan to reshape mail-in voting

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July 28, 2026 WI Tornado Destruction, Graham's Funeral, Iguana Surprise and more
Ukrainian President Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with President Trump today and all will attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral. A tornado rips roofs off homes and flips cars in Wisconsin. Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband will be back on the stand today in her murder trial. According to the FAA, seats on hundreds of 737 Max jets must be reinstalled. Plus, a 6-foot iguana gives FedEx workers a scare.

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July 27, 2026 US-Iran Fighting Pause, Kohberger Challenges Guilty Plea, Tracking Storms and more
US strikes on Iran are on hold for now, but President Donald Trump has a warning for Tehran. We have new developments on a deadly shooting at a Seattle food festival. The convicted killer in the University of Idaho student murders is seeking to make a legal move from prison. We’ll tell you where storm threats are ramping up in parts of the US. Plus, a key witness takes the stand in a mother’s triple-murder trial.

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July 27, 2026 Europe Fires Rage, Trump Admin Seeks ER Records, Crew Returns from Space Station and More
Massive fires are displacing thousands in Spain and France. One suspect is still on the loose after a mass shooting rocks Seattle. Thousands are fighting to retain Temporary Protected Status after a major Supreme Court ruling. The Trump administration is demanding hospitals share emergency room records. And a US-Russian space crew arrives back on Earth after an eight-month stint on board the International Space Station.

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The podcast currently has 5,936 episodes available.