CNN 5 Things

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  • 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.
    2023 CNN
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  • One Thing: How October 7th Paved the Way for a Widening War

    One Thing: How October 7th Paved the Way for a Widening War
    Oct 6 2024
    In recent weeks, fears of a wider war between Israel and Iran have grown after Israel launched a series of attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran fired a barrage of missiles into Israel. The tense moment comes nearly one year after the brutal Hamas attack on Israel on October 7th and the devastation of Gaza that followed. In this episode, we examine how the last year has fundamentally reshaped the Middle East and whether any kind of peace is possible going forward. Guests: Nic Robertson, CNN International Diplomatic Editor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • 5 Good Things: A Big Baby Penguin with an Even Bigger Following

    5 Good Things: A Big Baby Penguin with an Even Bigger Following
    Oct 5 2024
    We're following Pesto, a baby penguin that's turning heads and charming hearts in Australia. One man is running coast to coast to honor a veteran's last wish. Leaf peeping season is here, and Virginia state parks are making it easier for colorblind visitors to enjoy it. A Miss Universe contestant breaks through an age-old barrier. Plus, this performer is taking the mascot experience to a whole new level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • 6 PM ET: Biden’s surprise appearance, port strike impact, France’s treasure hunt & more

    6 PM ET: Biden’s surprise appearance, port strike impact, France’s treasure hunt & more
    Oct 4 2024
    Former President Donald Trump is expected to return to Butler, Pennsylvania tomorrow, the site of the first assassination attempt against him. President Joe Biden took questions from the White House briefing room for the first time. People in parts of North Carolina are entering a second week of power outages after Hurricane Helene. We’ll tell you about the economic blow being felt from the massive US port strike that ended yesterday. Plus, one of the world’s longest unsolved scavenger hunts has come to an end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
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David

David is the only reason I still listen to 5 Things. His Sunday edition is pretty good too.

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