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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 every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.

CNN Sits Down With Spencer Pratt, SpaceX IPO, Castro Indicted and more
CNN 5 Things
May 21, 2026
We start with sources telling CNN that Iran is rebuilding their military capabilities faster than expected. SpaceX files for an IPO that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire. Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted for allegations from 30 years ago. CNN speaks to L.A. mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt. Plus, people are getting creative to beat inflation and high gas prices.






