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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.

Lebanon Ceasefire Extension, Harvey Weinstein’s Mistrial, Ebola Outbreak and more CNN 5 Things
We start with an update on a fragile truce between Lebanon and Israel as President Donald Trump heads home from China. A former Hollywood movie mogul’s retrial led to a mistrial in a closely watched #MeToo-era case. A man is in custody in connection to thwarted terrorist attacks over the Iran war. We have details on where the latest Ebola outbreak is spreading. Plus, we’ll explain the major recovery mission underway in a vacation hotspot.
May 15, 2026
 Trump-XI Talks Wrap, US-Cuba Talks Begin, James Bond Auditions and more CNN 5 Things
We’re learning more about what President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jingping discussed this week in Beijing. On his return to the US, Trump also explained why he rejected Iran’s latest peace proposal. A US delegation traveled to Havana to meet with Cuban officials for the first time since 2016. A livestreamer known for posting racist content is facing attempted murder after a shooting. Plus, auditions for the new James Bond have begun – and we’ll tell you who may be in the running
May 15, 2026
 Trump Leaving China, Death Row Inmate Out on Bond, Accidental Model and more CNN 5 Things
President Trump is wrapping his China trip. The Supreme Court allows Telehealth access to abortion pill, for now. A former death row inmate is out on bond after 30 years. Trump Mobile to start shipping phone after months of delays. Plus, a man goes viral for accidentally crashing a fashion show.
May 15, 2026
 US-China Summit, SCOTUS on Abortion Drug, El Niño’s Status and more CNN 5 Things
We start with the latest takeaways from President Donald Trump’s high-stakes meeting in China today. We’ll tell you where access to an abortion pill stands. High-profile turnover in the Trump administration continues. A new measure is set to take effect after the midterms that affects senators’ pay. Plus, a warning from forecasters could impact your summer.
May 14, 2026
 'We Must Make It Work,’ CNN Inside Iran, World Cup Halftime Show and more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping praised their first meeting as tensions over trade and Iran loom. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure to resign. A former Kansas mayor has been detained by ICE. Plus, FIFA unveils a star-studded line up for its first-ever World Cup halftime show.
May 14, 2026
 Trump & Xi Meet, New Murdaugh Trial, Dramatic Ocean Rescue and more CNN 5 Things
Presidents Trump and Xi hold talks in Beijing.  A judge orders new trial for Alex Murdaugh. The US military rescues 11 people stranded in the Atlantic Ocean after a plane crash. Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison for her husband’s murder. Plus, the NHL rookie of the year celebrates his win with cancer patients.
May 14, 2026
 Murdaugh’s Murder Convictions Overturned, Children’s Author Sentenced, New Fed Chair and more CNN 5 Things
We begin with the latest stunning development in Alex Murdaugh’s legal saga. The verdict’s in for a Utah mom convicted of killing her husband. We’ll explain the outbreak affecting passengers on another cruise ship. The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick to replace Jerome Powell as Fed chair. Plus, a fourth person has been sentenced in connection with Matthew Perry’s fatal overdose.
May 13, 2026
 Trump in China, ICE’s New Acting Director, NBA Trailblazer Dies and more CNN 5 Things
China is giving President Donald Trump a red-carpet welcome, ahead of a high stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, ceasefire talks between the US and Iran remain stagnant. After testing faintly positive for hantavirus, CNN speaks to an American is quarantining in the University of Nebraska’s biocontainment center. David Venturella is expected to take a quieter approach to leading ICE than some of his predecessors. Plus, the NBA’s first out gay player and pioneer for LGBTQ inclusion in sports has died.
May 13, 2026
 Patel's Fiery Testimony, Primary Results, Millionaire Turned Priest and more CNN 5 Things
Exclusive: The CIA escalates secret war on cartels inside Mexico. FBI Director Patel pushes back against reports of excessive drinking. According to reports, the “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility is set to shut down.  The Democrat who won a Nebraska Senate primary vows to dropout. A cosmetics co-founder gives up fortune to become a priest.
May 13, 2026
 Trump En Route to China, Starmer’s Leadership Crisis, “ICE” to “NICE” and more CNN 5 Things
The Iran war looms over crucial talks between the US and China. Another Trump administration official is stepping down from a top job. Britain’s prime minister is fighting to save his premiership amid growing calls to quit. Federal prosecutors announced new charges in Baltimore’s deadly Key Bridge collapse. Plus, the president’s name change idea that’s getting pushback.
May 12, 2026
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