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Inside sidelining Kimmel, Covid-19 vaccine guidance, Kirk’s funeral & more CNN 5 Things
We begin with a behind-the-scenes look at Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. The Senate set up a high-stakes showdown to avoid a government shutdown. CDC vaccine advisers proposed changes to Covid-19 shot recommendations. We’ll tell you where President Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the New York Times stands. Plus, the security measures in place for Charlie Kirk’s funeral.
Sep 19, 2025
 Government funding bill, energy price hikes, Charlie Kirk conspiracies & more CNN 5 Things
House Republicans have managed to push forward a bill to avoid a government shutdown. Vaccine advisors to the CDC are delaying a vote over a vaccine for newborns. We’ll tell you what you need to know about rising winter energy bills. Another country is accusing Russia of violating its airspace. Plus, the explosion of Charlie Kirk conspiracy theories online.
Sep 19, 2025
 Talk show censorship, Hamas hostage warning, AI political leader & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump has threatened consequences for networks which broadcast unfavorable media coverage. Hamas is warning the Israeli military what will happen to the hostages if Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza City continues. A panel of CDC advisers have changed recommendations for a common vaccine for children. Republican Senators have confirmed dozens of Trump nominees in one sweeping vote. Plus, a political party in Japan wants an AI penguin leader.
Sep 19, 2025
 Trump’s Kimmel response, Turning Point USA, Pope Leo’s first interview & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump wraps up his second UK state visit with comments on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. Charlie Kirk’s widow is continuing her husband’s legacy. Trump is going to the Supreme Court about firing a Fed governor. We have an update on the Trump administration’s attempt to remove Guatemalan children. Plus, key takeaways from Pope Leo first interview since his election.
Sep 18, 2025
 US-UK deal, CDC vaccine changes, Jimmy Kimmel fallout & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump and the UK prime minister have announced a technology deal while also talking about securing peace in the world. A CDC conference could lead to significant changes to childhood vaccine schedules. We explain why the axing of Jimmy Kimmel’s show may have been financially motivated. Nvidia is taking a huge stake in a rival tech company. Plus, banning the internet because of "immoral activities."
Sep 18, 2025
 Jimmy Kimmel off the air, Antifa crackdown, UK deals & more CNN 5 Things
ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has been taken off the air after comments Kimmel made about Charlie Kirk’s shooter. President Donald Trump plans to designate Antifa a terrorist organization. We preview a day of talks between Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Three police officers are dead after a shooting in Pennsylvania. Plus, a judge has ordered pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to be deported to one of two countries.
Sep 18, 2025
 Interest rate cut, ex-CDC director’s hearing, missing artifact & more CNN 5 Things
We begin with the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of President Donald Trump’s second term. The ousted CDC director offered new details about her abrupt firing during a congressional hearing. The family of a Black student found hanging from a tree is seeking transparency. New satellite images raise questions about Israel’s planned incursion into Gaza City. Plus, the search for a piece of ancient history.
Sep 17, 2025
 Rate cut coming, Trump’s royal welcome, Ben & Jerry's split up & more CNN 5 Things
A long awaited interest rate cut from the federal reserve is set to be announced later today. The British royals are hosting the Trumps at Windsor Castle. We explain why funding for Obamacare credits could be crucial to avoiding a government shutdown next month. The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny says lab tests reveal how her husband died. Plus, the scoop on why Ben and Jerry are splitting.
Sep 17, 2025
 Trump in UK, Kirk shooter text messages, new TikTok owners & more CNN 5 Things
Authorities in Gaza say almost a hundred Palestinians have been killed since Israel launched its ground invasion. Mass protests are expected during President Donald Trump second state visit in the UK. Alleged text messages from the Charlie Kirk shooting suspect suggest a possible motive. Why a senate hearing with the FBI Director and senators turned into a shouting match. Plus, the potential owners of the new US-owned TikTok app have been revealed.
Sep 17, 2025
 Kirk suspect in court, FBI director’s hearing, ‘kissing bug’ disease & more CNN 5 Things
The suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk appeared for his first court hearing today – we have details. Senators grilled FBI Director Kash Patel’s leadership. Increased security is top of mind for lawmakers in the latest stopgap measure. Gaza City residents are scrambling to flee, as Israel expands its military operation. Plus, why experts say an illness spread by bugs may be here to stay in the US.
Sep 16, 2025
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