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One Thing: ‘It's Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell 2.0.’: Trump’s Trans Service Member Ban CNN 5 Things
Transgender troops have begun separating from the military under a Pentagon policy dismissing service members who have a diagnosis, history or exhibit symptoms of gender dysphoria. We hear from a transgender service member who says the fallout reminds him of one of the military’s darkest periods. Guest: Benjamin Kibler, US Navy Senior Chief Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895.
Jun 15, 2025
 5 Good Things: You’re Invited to an Udderly Ridiculous Cow Wedding CNN 5 Things
This dentist once caddied at the course he’s now playing golf at with the pros. A quirky Canadian farm hosted a very moo-ving wedding ceremony. A rescue dog’s epic solo adventure made waves. How strangers helped this high school graduate crowd fund his way to college. Plus, for Father’s Day, listeners share what they love about their dads and what they love about being one.
Jun 14, 2025
 Missiles from Iran, ‘No King’ protests, Mahmoud Khalil’s letter & more CNN 5 Things
We start with the reactions from Israel, Iran and the US on Iran’s counterstrikes at Israel. Millions of Americans are set to protest at “No King” rallies nationwide. US stocks have tumbled amid the escalation in the Middle East. A federal appeals court has rejected President Trump’s attempt to review the judgement in the E. Jean Carroll case. Plus, you'll hear Mahmoud Khalil's letter to his son read by celebrities.
Jun 13, 2025
 Iran’s retaliation, Marines in LA, Abrego Garcia hearing & more CNN 5 Things
We begin with Iran’s counterstrikes on Israel. There’s been an update on how Marines will be used in the LA protests. We explain why consumer sentiment was more positive last month. Kilmar Abrego Garcia has announced his plea in his federal criminal trial. Plus, a controversial star came to support Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in his trial today.
Jun 13, 2025
 Israel-Iran fighting continues, LA businesses struggling, limb regeneration study & more CNN 5 Things
We start with the ongoing attacks between Israel and Iran, and President Trump's advice for Tehran. We'll also explain how the strikes are impacting US politics. The curfew in LA is affecting business owners, while protests near an ICE facility in Oregon have lead to arrests. Heavy rain has triggered deadly flash flooding in San Antonio, Texas. Plus, the creature that’s helping solve a biological mystery.
Jun 13, 2025
 Iran vows retaliation, Air India flight recorder, Karen Read re-trial wraps & more CNN 5 Things
Iran is promising a severe response to Israel’s attacks on the country’s nuclear sites and military leaders. We’ll take a look at the context and build up to the strikes. One of the flight recorders has been recovered from the Air India plane crash wreckage. After eight weeks of testimony, closing arguments are expected in Karen Read’s re-trial. Plus, "forever chemicals" could impact teenage health.
Jun 13, 2025
 Israel strikes Iran, escalation concerns, plane crash survivor & more CNN 5 Things
Israel has launched an unprecedented attack on Iran targeting nuclear sites and its military leaders. World leaders  are urging the two countries to de-escalate, as fears grow of a wider conflict. We’ll tell you the latest on the legal back-and-forth over who controls California’s National Guard. Democratic leaders want an investigation after a senator was forcefully removed from a press conference. And, we'll tell you about the sole survivor of the Air India plane crash.
Jun 13, 2025
 Deadly crash under investigation, CA senator forcibly removed, GOP DOGE cuts & more CNN 5 Things
Air India’s deadly crash is under formal investigation. A Democratic senator of California was forcibly removed from a DHS news conference. The Trump administration is telling hundreds of thousands of migrants their legal status has been terminated. Congress has formally weighed in on DOGE cuts for the first time. Plus, the FBI raided the wrong home and the Supreme Court sided with the owners.
Jun 12, 2025
 One plane crash survivor, CA vs. Trump admin, wildfires in Oregon & more CNN 5 Things
At least one person has survived the Air India plane crash as the current death toll rises. We explain what’s in California’s lawsuit against the Trump administration for the federal response to the LA protests. President Donald Trump has once again called on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. We have a report on wildfires in Oregon and floods in Texas. Plus, how a secret stash of coins fetched over $3.5 million.
Jun 12, 2025
 Crash casualties rise, Gaza blockade march, deep-fake maker sued & more CNN 5 Things
There are fears that medical students may be among the casualties of the deadly plane crash in India. We’ll share the latest wholesale inflation figures. Thousands of activists are traveling to Egypt to protest Israel’s blockade into Gaza. Changes to the Covid-19 vaccine recommendations are causing confusion. Plus, Meta is taking on AI "nudifying" technology in court.
Jun 12, 2025
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