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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 at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

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April 30, 2025 6 mins
The latest GDP figures show the US economy reversed in the last quarter. A new poll shows many Americans don’t support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Storms have caused a death and major power outages in parts of the US. The world is arming itself faster than we’ve seen in decades. Plus, it’s been 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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President Donald Trump hailed his first 100 days in office as a success at a rally in Michigan last night, despite his approval rating suggesting otherwise. Harvard University has released its task force reports on campus antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias. Pakistan is claiming India is planning to attack Islamabad. A group of high school students are being told to hand themselves in or face kidnapping charges, after an extreme hazi...
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A group of unions, non-profits and local governments are suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce. Trump has halted work on a major climate report. We’ll tell you about Trump's focus on chronic conditions in kids. The UN World Food Programme has run out of food in Gaza. Plus, a cricket prodigy wows the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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After attacks from the White House, Amazon has said a plan to display added costs due to tariffs was never approved. We’ll tell you why some public and administrative services are closed in Los Angeles County. Severe thunderstorms and potentially catastrophic flooding risks are brewing in the central and eastern US. Iraqi authorities say they’ve arrested someone linked to a truck attack in New Orleans. Plus, Australians are captiva...
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The White House marks the president’s 100th day in office by highlighting his economic agenda, amid deepening economic pessimism. We'll tell you how frustrated Americans are 100 days in. Police are investigating a deadly car crash at an after-school camp in Illinois. The power is back on in Spain, but questions remain. Plus, the ranking member of a key congressional panel is stepping down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...
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President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally, while we break down how voters are feeling. Meanwhile, Trump has played a pivotal role in Canada’s election. A convicted cardinal has backed out of the process to elect the next Pope. A huge chunk of a Justice Department division is expected to accept a resignation offer. Plus, incoming measures to protect the victims of deepfake and revenge porn. Learn more ab...
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been linked to heart disease deaths. Plus, we'll tell you how a fighter jet was lost by the...
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House Republicans are unveiling the details of a spending bill to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda. The US and Ukraine are unsatisfied with Russia’s three-day ceasefire plan. We’ll tell you why two schools in Milwaukee were temporarily shut down today. We have updates on the unexplained power outage in parts of Europe. Plus, an ambitious experiment in education is ending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
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President Donald Trump has an ambitious plan to eliminate income tax for Americans. We'll tell you about this weekend's round of nuclear talks with Iran. Harvard University had its first court hearing today in its suit over drastic federal funding cuts. It’s election day in Canada, where Trump’s rhetoric looms large. Plus, a reality TV star is expected to testify in a trial that began in Paris today. Learn more about your ad choice...
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The Trump administration has its sights set on border security, as the president marks his 100th day in office tomorrow. Ukraine is questioning Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a temporary ceasefire. We’ll tell you the latest research on ultraprocessed foods and life expectancy. The US has urged India and Pakistan to work towards a “responsible solution." Plus, a call during the NFL draft that’s making headlines f...
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with World War II commemorations. A massive power outage has wiped out electricity across parts of Spain, France and Portugal. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in a nightclub raid in Colorado Springs. China has denied President Donald Trump’s claims he has spoken to Xi Jinping recently. Plus, we reveal when the conclave to choose the next Po...
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As President Donald Trump approaches 100 days in office, his approval rating is at a record-breaking low. US airstrikes have allegedly hit a prison holding African migrants in Yemen. A suspect has been charged after a deadly car ramming attack in Vancouver. Top Democrats held a sit-in yesterday to protest Trump’s agenda. Plus, which regions will be hit by today’s severe weather forecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
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Ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby, horse racing critics are asking familiar questions about animal safety and care in an industry fueled by gambling. We examine how high-profile horse deaths and an FBI investigation into doping allegations have pushed the sport towards reforms.   Guest: Katie Bo Lillis, CNN Senior Reporter & Author, “Death of a Racehorse: An American Story”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....
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The host of CNN’s "Searching for Spain" shares why Americans should try to live life like the Spaniards do. A rare record collector reunites a woman with a Voice-o-Graph she recorded 70 years ago. How this record-setting rodent is saving lives with his sense of smell. From deception to acceptance, a female magician's decades-long journey into the world's most prestigious magic club. Plus, scientists may have found the first signs o...
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President Donald Trump has said another tariff pause will be “unlikely.” Luigi Mangione entered his plea in a New York court today. Cardinals have undergone the final preparations for Pope Francis’ funeral tomorrow. A third round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran are set for this weekend. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs lost a bid to keep this video from being played in court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
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We begin with the state of play after talks between the Trump administration’s chief negotiator Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The FBI has arrested a Wisconsin judge for obstructing ICE from arresting a migrant. An analysis this month shows consumers are unsettled by tariff uncertainty. We’ll reveal the sentencing for former Representative George Santos. Plus, which actor is making headlines for supporting tran...
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President Donald Trump has told TIME that part of the peace proposal to end the war in Ukraine includes Crimea staying with Russia. The president also said that he’s made “200 deals” after pausing tariffs. A federal agency sent a survey to some university and college staff, asking an usual question. The Trump administration is considering getting rid of a specialized suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth. Plus, one player cou...
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Special US Envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of the White House’s latest effort to end the war in Ukraine. We’ll tell you which US goods China seems to have quietly rolled back its retaliatory tariffs on. A highly controversial US cardinal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin. President Donald Trump says he’ll have an interview with the reporter at the center of that infamous Signal group...
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Moscow has ignored President Donald Trump’s plea to stop bombarding Ukraine, as peace talks continue. It's the last day of Pope Francis lying in state before his funeral. Luigi Mangione is in federal court today to enter a plea. We’ll tell you which state has overtaken Japan as the world’s fourth largest economy. Plus, we breakdown the highlights from yesterday’s NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...
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President Donald Trump elaborated on his comments from earlier in the day when he called out Russia’s president for attacks on Ukraine. We have decisions from two federal judges on Trump’s proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration and efforts to cut school funding over diversity programs. The spring homebuying season is off to a rocky start. Plus, we’ll tell you about an initiative that’s bringing a group of public h...
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