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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.

1300 Missing in Nepal, CIA Chief’s Secret Visit, Clancy Trial Jury Deliberates and More CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump has offered aid to Nepal, where at least 90 Americans are among those missing after catastrophic flooding. Storms are triggering flash flood warnings in part of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic again. A new report sheds light on what we’ve learned about last year’s shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic Church and school. CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unpublicized trip to Russia earlier this week – we’ll tell you why. And jurors will now decide whether Lindsay Clancy is criminally responsible for the deaths of her three children.
Aug 27, 2026
 CNN at Nepal Disaster, Clancy Closing Arguments, Yayoi Kusama Dead at 97 and More CNN 5 Things
CNN has arrived at the site of deadly flooding in Nepal – we'll tell you what our crew is seeing. An ICE officer accused of shooting a Venezuelan immigrant and covering it up is released from a Texas jail. Lawyers give their closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. Another US aircraft carrier is preparing for a long deployment in the Middle East. And the art world is remembering renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.
Aug 27, 2026
 Nepal Disaster, Meta's Landmark Deal and more CNN 5 Things
65 Americans are among those missing in the Nepal floods. Meta settles the child harm case for $18 billion and promises to make changes. A Kentucky police officer has been charged with misuse of Flock cameras. President Trump pauses tariffs on foreign beef in a bid to lower prices. Plus, Boston’s iconic Citgo sign looks suspiciously like “the bird.”
Aug 27, 2026
 Nepal-China Flash Floods, Tim Curry Dies, Prince Harry & Meghan in the UK and more CNN 5 Things
Hundreds are missing and many are feared dead after catastrophic flooding hits the Nepal-China border. The star in “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Clue” has died. The US exposed an alleged Chinese cyber spying campaign on federal agencies and more. We have sad details on one of Pakistan’s deadliest hospital fires in recent decades. Plus, Prince Harry and Meghan’s return to the UK draws mixed reactions.
Aug 26, 2026
 Wall of Water Hits Nepal, Meta Settles Social Media Trial, Gates’ AI Warning and More CNN 5 Things
An earthquake sets off a massive wall of water along the Nepal-China border. Meta has agreed to settle a landmark case over claims of social media harms to children. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is sounding the alarm about artificial intelligence in an interview with CNN. Consumers were a little more selective with their spending in July – we'll explain why. And a new study suggests BMI readings can be misleading.
Aug 26, 2026
 Remembering Dolly Parton, Graham Wins SC GOP Runoff and more CNN 5 Things
The world mourns the loss of Dolly Parton. Sen. Darline Graham wins the South Carolina GOP primary runoff. Two people have died from the measles in Pennsylvania. SpaceX plans to build a $100 billion launch site in Louisiana. Plus, according to sources, a sequel to “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” is in the works.
Aug 26, 2026
 Dolly Parton Dies, Mass Visa Revocation, Measles Deaths and more CNN 5 Things
Tributes are pouring in for country music legend and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who passed away today at age 80. Iran and Oman propose a temporary deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump administration is making a move that could impact hundreds of thousands of foreigners in the US seeking asylum. We have the first US deaths from measles this year. Plus, a psychologist for the prosecution is casting doubt on Lindsay Clancy’s mental health claims.
Aug 25, 2026
 Canada’s Tariff Retaliation, Pretti’s Parents Speak Out, NFL CTE Study and More CNN 5 Things
The war of words between Canada and the US is ramping up as Ottawa unveils countermeasures in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The family of Alex Pretti is speaking out months after their son was killed by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis. A new study is painting an alarming picture of the dangers of hard hits on the football field. Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is distancing himself from a controversial streamer – we'll explain. And Target is apologizing after selling an offensive Halloween costume.
Aug 25, 2026
 Trump's Mail-in Ballot Win, New Alzheimer’s Test and more CNN 5 Things
The Supreme Court hands President Trump a win on mail-in ballots. The US threatens sanctions on countries with economic ties to Iran. Today is expected to be the final day of testimony in the Lindsay Clancy trial. The FDA clears a new blood test help detect Alzheimer's disease. Plus, a Japanese company makes wearable air-conditioning vests for pets.
Aug 25, 2026
 US Treasury Sanctions, US-Canada Trade War, NFL Team Owner Arrested and more CNN 5 Things
The US government is warning countries who do business to with Iran. Trade tensions are escalating between the US and Canada. We have an update on a raging wildfire in Nevada that’s forced tens of thousands to evacuate. The US military carried out its latest deadly strike against an alleged drug boat. And, an NFL team owner’s run-in with the law.
Aug 24, 2026
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