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5 Good Things: How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School CNN 5 Things
The “Parody Principal” remixes morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest. For more feelgood news, sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter.
Aug 16, 2025
 Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more CNN 5 Things
We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing.
Aug 15, 2025
 What Putin wants, Texas House reconvenes, ‘woke’ teacher test & more CNN 5 Things
A Russia expert weighs in on how Russian President Vladimir Putin may be approaching his meeting with President Donald Trump. Attempts are being made in DC to end Trump’s police takeover. We'll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Texas Republicans have called a new special session. Plus, some teachers in this state will now have to pass a controversial new test.
Aug 15, 2025
 DC sues Trump admin, Hurricane Erin, at-home flu vaccine & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump laid out why he was having today’s summit with his Russian counterpart. Washington, DC is suing the federal government over its takeover of the city's police. The Atlantic Ocean officially has its first hurricane of the season. We break down the latest economic data on mortgage rates and more. Plus, you can now give yourself a flu vaccine at home without needing a needle.
Aug 15, 2025
 DC confusion, DEI guidance blocked, ICE raid death & more CNN 5 Things
Ukrainian civilians are continuing to die in Russian attacks ahead of today’s summit between the US and Russian presidents. There’s confusion in DC as federal agents prepare clearing out homeless encampments. Texas Democratic lawmakers say they’ll return to the state to end the redistricting standoff - but there’s a catch. A district judge has blocked the Trump administrations DEI guidance in schools. And, a man has died while running from ICE agents in California.
Aug 15, 2025
 Trump-Putin meet today, DC’s ‘emergency police commissioner,’ Roblox sued & more CNN 5 Things
We’ll tell you what to expect ahead of today’s meeting between President Donald Trump and Russia’s president. Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing backlash after appointing an “emergency police commissioner” in DC. Wildfires in Colorado have prompted the state’s governor to declare a disaster emergency. Flash flooding in India-Administered Kashmir has killed dozens of people and hundreds are missing. And, why a popular online game is being sued.
Aug 15, 2025
 Mississippi social media law, TX Dems return, new blood pressure guidelines & more CNN 5 Things
SCOTUS has allowed Mississippi to enforce a law that impacts how minors use social media. We tell you why there are a mix of high hopes and skepticism around President Donald Trump’s summit tomorrow. Texas Democrats signal they’re ready to work with state Republicans again. President Trump’s crackdown on DC’s homeless population has begun. Plus, get ready for a bit more aggressive approach to high blood pressure.
Aug 14, 2025
 Potential peace plans, Melania’s legal action, FL's ‘Deportation Depot’ & more CNN 5 Things
We start with what a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could look like. Melania Trump is pursuing legal action against Hunter Biden. Florida is getting a second immigration deportation center. We tell you why some Los Angeles students and teachers are worried about Trump's immigration crackdowns. And, Alex Jones’ right wing conspiracy platform is going on sale.
Aug 14, 2025
 Wholesale inflation up, West Bank settlement plan, ‘Baby Shark’ court battle & more CNN 5 Things
First, we break down what rising wholesale inflation means for the US economy. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a joint media conference after tomorrow’s summit in Alaska. Israel is set to approve a controversial settlement plan in the occupied West Bank. More rural emergency rooms in the US may be run without doctors. Plus, a court case over a kids’ song has gone all the way to South Korea’s top court.
Aug 14, 2025
 FBI in DC, Gaza aid outrage, South Park record & more CNN 5 Things
FBI agents are being taken off their usual roles to help patrol the streets of Washington, DC. Humanitarian groups are uniting to demand Israel stop its “weaponization of aid.” We have an update on the man facing trial after allegedly faking his own death and fleeing to the UK. Prosecutors have cleared a Florida deputy, following a viral video of him arresting a black student. Plus, a member of Trump’s cabinet has helped South Park break its own ratings record.
Aug 14, 2025
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