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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.

CNN on US Aircraft Carrier in Middle East, Platner’s Replacements, Bonnie Tyler Dies and More CNN 5 Things
CNN gets a firsthand view of Iran war tensions onboard a US aircraft carrier. The field to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race is growing. Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse are casting doubt on his longtime assistant’s congressional testimony. Concerns are mounting in several states about a parasite that can cause several weeks of diarrhea. And the beloved musician behind “Total Eclipse of the Heart” has died at the age of 75.
Jul 9, 2026
 Platner Drops Out, New Strikes in Iran, Emmy Nominations and more CNN 5 Things
Graham Platner ends his Senate campaign, and Democrats set to pick a new nominee. President Trump warns Iran that attacks will "get much worse.” A probe has started after an ICE office killed a man during a traffic stop. The President wants the Supreme Court to rehear his birthright citizenship case. Plus, “The Pitt” and “Hacks” lead the pack in the Primetime Emmy nominations.
Jul 9, 2026
 More US Strikes in Iran, E. Jean Carroll Payout, Pilot Jumps Mid-Flight and more CNN 5 Things
The US has launched another round of strikes against Tehran hours after President Donald Trump suggested a ceasefire is over. Trump may be paving the way to help Ukraine obtain Patriot missiles against Russia. A judge rejected Trump’s appeal to delay paying a former magazine columnist. A former Wisconsin judge has avoided prison time for helping an immigrant evade ICE. Plus, a student pilot’s frantic mid-flight ordeal.
Jul 8, 2026
 US-Iran Tensions Rise Again, Platner’s Next Move, New Reflecting Pool Renovations and More CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over. Embattled Maine Senate candidate, Graham Platner is weighing his next move as pressure mounts for the Democrat to exit a consequential race. Family members and community leaders are demanding answers after a deadly ICE-involved shooting in Houston earlier this week. A federal judge has ruled in a defamation case involving Trump Media and the Washington Post. Plus, the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is getting another face lift.
Jul 8, 2026
 US Strikes Iran, Unstable Skyscraper, Sewing Up a Friendship and more CNN 5 Things
The US launches new strikes against Iran. A former girlfriend of Graham Platner alleges violent behavior. Crews install temporary shoring on an unstable NYC high-rise. Prince Harry loses his privacy case against a UK tabloid publisher. Plus, a boy's chores for his neighbor grows into friendship.
Jul 8, 2026
 Unstable NYC High-Rise, Maine Senate Candidate Fallout, Argentina’s Miracle Comeback and more CNN 5 Things
We start with a 33-story building evacuated in New York City today over fears of collapsing. In an exclusive interview with CNN, Israel’s prime minister weighs in on a potential US sale to Turkey. Support is dwindling for a Democratic nominee’s Senate run in Maine amid rape allegations. We have new developments on the parcel bombing attack in Monaco last week. Plus, how Argentina pulled off a stunning World Cup comeback against Egypt.
Jul 7, 2026
 Trump in Turkey, Prince Harry Loses Privacy Case, SpaceX Joins Nasdaq 100 and More CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump arrives at the summit of the alliance he loves to criticize. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to make the case for more military assistance. Prince Harry and other high-profile figures lose a privacy case against a UK tabloid publisher. SpaceX joins the Nasdaq 100 index – we'll explain what it means for your investments. And a new AI prescription refill program in Utah is concerning some top medical groups.
Jul 7, 2026
 Candidate Faces New Allegation, USA vs. Belgium, Plank Prodigy and more. CNN 5 Things
Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation. A hearing is underway for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. A nation wide blackout hits Cuba amid US pressure. Team USA has been eliminated from the World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium. Plus, a 9-year-old sets the kids world record for longest plank.
Jul 7, 2026
 Trump Praises FIFA Decision, Cuba Blackout, Summer Parasite Warning and more CNN 5 Things
We start with the latest on a stunning red card change for Team USA ahead of tonight’s World Cup match against Belgium. Cuba’s electrical grid suffered a total collapse amid the country’s severe power crisis. We’ll tell you what Russia’s strikes on Ukraine could signal for President Donald Trump’s NATO summit trip. Thousands of jobs at Microsoft are on the chopping block. Plus, the surge in illnesses tied to raw produce.
Jul 6, 2026
 Trump Rings NYSE Bell, Red Card Controversy, Dementia Diet Study and More CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump rings the bell on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq to mark the opening of Trump Accounts. Meanwhile, he confirmed that he spoke to FIFA’s president and urged him to review a controversial red card given to one of Team USA’s top players. A preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk gets underway in Utah. Hamas is dissolving its government in Gaza. And we’ll tell you the foods scientists say may lower your risk of dementia.
Jul 6, 2026
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