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Monday through Friday get up to speed on the biggest headlines of the day with 5 Things. On Saturdays, get a break for your ears with good news from 5 Good Things. And at noon and Sundays, we take you beyond the headlines to help make sense of what everyone is talking about in politics and beyond with One Thing.
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Manhunt for Convicted Murder Who Escaped TN Prison
Trump back in TX with one week until election day. Comey calls DOJ effort to prosecute him a third time an "appalling abuse" of power. Israel holds first elections since October 7 attacks. Convicted murderer escapes Tennessee prison. And a Colorado man pans for gold to make his girlfriend's engagement ring. Learn more…
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Anthropic’s IPO Could Become One of History’s Largest
Tensions rise in the Middle East over potential new US strikes on Iran after next week’s midterms. Anthropic’s highly anticipated Wall Street debut comes with growing concerns around AI safety. A teenager will be charged as an adult after a mass shooting in Florida over the weekend. The daughter of former FBI Director…
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Should Dems Dare to Dream in Mississippi?
A top Republican super PAC is making late ad buys in a state that would have been unthinkable not long ago: Mississippi. While party officials may not think they will actually lose the Senate race in the GOP stronghold, it speaks to the rapid rise of Democratic nominee Scott Colom. We look at what a growing…
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Trump, Obama Go On Attack With Days Until The Midterms
Trump, Obama go on attack with days until the midterms. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns from exile to hero's welcome. California ballot fight. Tallahassee Police asking for tips after mass shooting near FAMU stadium. And a retired NYPD firefighter surprises a teacher who wrote him a thank you…
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Is This the End of the Road for Netanyahu in Israel?
Israelis are heading to the polls this week in a high-stakes election that could imperil Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhu’s grip on power. But what is motivating voters? And does the endorsement of US President Donald Trump make a difference? --- Guest: Tal Shalev, CNN Senior Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola…
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The Curious Case of the Immortal Jellyfish
A type of light therapy popular in skincare could be a game changer for people undergoing IVF. Meet the first dad in the US to use a new device that helps parents bond with their premature babies. A livestream of newborn puppies is so popular in Finland, it had more views last year than the country has people. A new…
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DOJ Sues to Block Alaska US Senate Race Results
An elections forecaster predicts a bleak midterm outlook for Republicans, as the Trump administration preemptively sues to challenge Alaska’s Senate race. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces plans to demolish a Palestinian neighborhood in the West Bank. First Lady Melania Trump says she secured a…
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The Young Men Moving Away from Trump
Republicans worked hard in 2024 to court young men who were fans of combat sports and certain podcasters. After helping fuel President Donald Trump to victory, there are signs this group has soured on him and may not even vote at all in the midterms. We explore how the party is trying to keep them around and whether…
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Ukrainians Dispute Trump Claim that Starlink is Restored
President Trump says a Vivek Ramaswamy ad featuring the estranged mom of his democratic opponent is "fair game". Sources tell CNN the Justice Department is investigating misconduct allegations against Trump ally Corey Lewandowski. Ukrainians dispute that Elon Musk has restored Starlink on battlefield. New York City…
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Ramaswamy Stands By Controversial Ad
Ohio gubernatorial candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy refuses to pull a controversial ad targeting his opponent despite backlash. A magnitude 7 earthquake shakes China’s Tibet region. Websites worldwide shutdown after AI reveals critical cybersecurity flaws. An 82-year-old democratic senator in Virginia faces racketeering and…
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Will Black Voters Show Up for El-Sayed in Michigan?
Experts say the critical Senate race in Michigan could come down to Black voters in urban areas like Detroit. But is Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed taking this group for granted? Our team travels to Flint to hear from voters about what this outreach looks like. --- Guest: Jeff Zeleny, CNN Chief National Affairs…
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El-Sayed, Rogers Trade Personal Attacks in Michigan Senate Debate
President Trump links Russia's release of American prisoner to his decision to waive oil sanctions. El-Sayed, Rogers trade personal attacks in final Michigan Senate Debate. Bodycam & surveillance footage released in fatal police shooting of 1-year-old in Mississippi. Meta ordered to pay $25B in one of the largest…
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Russia’s Willing to Resume Trilateral Peace Talks
Vice President JD Vance defends Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate’s controversial ad against his opponent. A 74-year-old American imprisoned in Russia for more than four years is on his way home, while Russia and Ukraine seem open to talks to end the war in Ukraine. Two new cases of alleged sexual assault at fraternity…
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Vivek Ramaswamy's Ohio October Surprise
A new political ad from Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy featuring his Democratic opponent’s estranged mom telling voters to reject her has even some Republicans decrying dragging a painful family dynamic into the political arena. But in a close race, could the move sway undecided voters? We…
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Ramaswamy Facing Backlash for Attack Ad On Opponent
Vivek Ramaswamy says his campaign is behind an ad that features the estranged mother of his opponent in the Ohio governor's race. New CNN polls give final read on how voters are feeling ahead of pivotal midterm election. Pentagon okays tests of heat ray for potential use at U.S. southern border. Christina Applegate…
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Are Democrats Being Realistic About a Blue Wave?
Poll after poll continues to show strong enthusiasm for Democrats, including for Senate candidates in deep red states. But are they setting expectations of a blue wave too high? We look at recent history for a reality check. --- Guest: Zachary B. Wolf, CNN Politics Senior Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz…
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MS Attorney General Says Use of Force Justified in 1yo's Death
President Trump heads to NC in next stop on midterm sprint. Family calls for video to be released after Mississippi AG decides fatal police shooting of 1-year-old was justified. Trump considering Putin-Xi summit without Ukraine. Tense showdown between federal judge and Trump Administration over DC golf course…
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Elon Musk Pledges SpaceX Shares to Every US Kid
Early voting kicks off in Texas while President Donald Trump is starting his midterm campaign blitz. The Supreme Court backs the Pentagon’s decision to throw out plea deals for the alleged conspirators of 9/11. Elon Musk vows to give each American child a SpaceX share—a promise worth billions of dollars. Plus…
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The Swing Voters that Could Define the Midterms (And Beyond)
After President Donald Trump and the Republican Party made gains with Latino voters in 2024, polling suggests that support is evaporating. We look at where that is most evident on the midterm map and what it could mean for this crucial voting bloc moving forward. --- Guest: Eric Bradner, CNN National Political…
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Violent Protests in France Over Rising Living Costs
President Trump's campaign blitz begins in Kansas today. More than half a million people hit the streets of France in violent protests over rising living costs and other issues. 34-year-old driver released after soccer game tragedy. New use of red light therapy could improve IVF success. And officers chase runaway…
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Can Erik Prince's Mercenary Operation Solve Haiti's Gang Crisis?
Years of gang-fueled violence have left Haiti in disrepair, killing thousands and displacing over a million people. Now an American military contractor thinks he has a solution. CNN got exclusive access to an anti-gang operation led by US security tycoon Erik Prince to see what he is proposing and whether Haitians…
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“It’s Like a Sisterhood”: Two Colleagues Face Breast Cancer Together
Two cancer care professionals became patients themselves – and discovered just how powerful their friendship could be. Why a church parking lot could be your next home. A 2026 CNN Hero who once relied on food pantries is reimagining how Chicago families get the food they need. A 2024 study estimated that 52 million…
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Trump Fires WH Press Secretary
President Donald Trump’s new press secretary is out of a job after less than a week. A father of two is hailed a hero for stopping a deadly school shooting in Oregon. Six Flags over Georgia is scheduled to reopen days after a man’s roller coaster death. Ukraine’s president takes a covert swipe at Trump amid tensions.…
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How GOP Voting Restrictions Could Impact Turnout in Key Senate Races
In recent years, Republican-led legislatures have pushed through strict voting restrictions in a number of states that could determine the balance of the Senate this fall. We look at what voters are dealing with and how it could impact turnout on Election Day. --- Guest: Bob Ortega, CNN Investigates Senior Writer…
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Teen shooter kills 3 children, teacher at Oregon elementary school
Oregon community mourns after deadly elementary school shooting. Michigan Senate race gets nasty as Vance and El-Sayed trade words. Ukraine runs out of Patriot defense missiles. A super El Niño looms large over U.S. winter outlook. Bird gets a new 3D-printed beak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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A Super El Niño Winter is Coming
Ukraine runs out of Patriot missiles as tensions flare with President Donald Trump. Winter is expected to be warmer than usual. A firing squad execution won’t be livestreamed as planned. A deadly school roof collapse in Pakistan is under investigation. Plus, Harry and Meghan make their first public appearance together…
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How Elon Musk is Trying to Tip the Midterms — and Why Some Election Officials are Worried
When it comes to campaign spending, one person has spent more than anyone else: the trillionaire Elon Musk. However, some election officials believe his efforts to boost Republicans could be misleading voters. We look at what voters are seeing and how it could muddy the waters come Election Day. --- Guest: Fredreka…
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Talarico courts Texas voters in high-stakes senate race.
Democrat James Talarico makes his case to Texas voters in a CNN town hall. Trump's approval rating hits a record low in a new poll. Cornell president faces backlash over handling of reported 2024 gang rape. Pope Leo thanks Catholics for their prayers as he recovers from surgery. California hospital welcomes 4 sets of…
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US Inflation Heats Up
Voters are getting a final check on consumer prices ahead of the midterms. A judge says the president’s press ban likely violates the First Amendment. Pope Leo shares his first message after a lung cancer diagnosis. Starlink restrictions catch Ukrainian authorities off guard. Plus, Joni Mitchell is officially a US…
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Can A Democrat Really Win in Texas?
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico will hear from Democratic, Republican, and independent voters tonight at a CNN & Jubilee Town Hall (streaming live at 8pm ET). But is he doing enough to get the word out in a state that hasn’t elected a Democrat in over 30 years? Our team heads to Fort Worth to find out.…
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