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CNN 5 Things
We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

The US and Ukraine have signed a deal that’s been in the works since President Donald Trump took office. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid is pushing Gaza closer to famine. UPS plans to cut its workforce by 4%. A watchdog group says kids under 18 shouldn’t use AI companion apps. Plus, the NFL has handed out penalties after a prank call on Shedeur Sanders.
Apr 30, 2025
President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting shortly after a report on the struggling US economy came out. China’s factory activity has shrunk at its fastest pace in 16 months as US tariffs hit. A federal judge has ordered the release of a Palestinian Columbia University student. The FBI reassigned several agents over a photo from a protest in 2020. Plus, religion and education are clashing at the Supreme Court today.
Apr 30, 2025
We break down two reports that show how President Donald Trump’s policies are impacting the economy. New tariffs are set to kick in this week. A natural resources agreement between the US and Ukraine could be signed by tomorrow. We have a reminder for anyone planning on taking a domestic flight without a passport anytime soon. Plus, two pets in Idaho had a record-breaking playdate.
Apr 30, 2025
The latest GDP figures show the US economy reversed in the last quarter. A new poll shows many Americans don’t support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Storms have caused a death and major power outages in parts of the US. The world is arming itself faster than we’ve seen in decades. Plus, it’s been 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War.
Apr 30, 2025
President Donald Trump hailed his first 100 days in office as a success at a rally in Michigan last night, despite his approval rating suggesting otherwise. Harvard University has released its task force reports on campus antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias. Pakistan is claiming India is planning to attack Islamabad. A group of high school students are being told to hand themselves in or face kidnapping charges, after an extreme hazing incident. Plus, an escaped exotic animal causes chaos on an Alabama highway.
Apr 30, 2025
A group of unions, non-profits and local governments are suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce. Trump has halted work on a major climate report. We’ll tell you about Trump's focus on chronic conditions in kids. The UN World Food Programme has run out of food in Gaza. Plus, a cricket prodigy wows the world.
Apr 29, 2025
After attacks from the White House, Amazon has said a plan to display added costs due to tariffs was never approved. We’ll tell you why some public and administrative services are closed in Los Angeles County. Severe thunderstorms and potentially catastrophic flooding risks are brewing in the central and eastern US. Iraqi authorities say they’ve arrested someone linked to a truck attack in New Orleans. Plus, Australians are captivated by a murder trial that starts today.
Apr 29, 2025
The White House marks the president’s 100th day in office by highlighting his economic agenda, amid deepening economic pessimism. We'll tell you how frustrated Americans are 100 days in. Police are investigating a deadly car crash at an after-school camp in Illinois. The power is back on in Spain, but questions remain. Plus, the ranking member of a key congressional panel is stepping down.
Apr 29, 2025
President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally, while we break down how voters are feeling. Meanwhile, Trump has played a pivotal role in Canada’s election. A convicted cardinal has backed out of the process to elect the next Pope. A huge chunk of a Justice Department division is expected to accept a resignation offer. Plus, incoming measures to protect the victims of deepfake and revenge porn.
Apr 29, 2025
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been linked to heart disease deaths. Plus, we'll tell you how a fighter jet was lost by the US Navy.
Apr 29, 2025