CNN 5 Things

Latest Episodes:

3 PM ET: Biden’s executive order, Austin news conference, music royalties dispute & more Feb 01, 2024

Show notes

The State Department has announced the first round of sanctions against four Israelis for violence in the West Bank. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologized for mishandling communication around his cancer treatment. Sources say Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has no plans to step down from the Georgia election subversion case. For the first time, some people being treated for opioid addiction will soon be able to schedule telehealth appointments. And, we’ll explain why TikTok users will have fewer music options for videos.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 PM ET: West Bank sanctions, big tech next steps, Margot Robbie on snub & more Feb 01, 2024

Show notes

President Joe Biden is expected to announce new US sanctions targeting violent Israeli settlers in the West Bank. We'll look at what's next for big tech after yesterday's dramatic Senate hearing. Some countries are hoping nuclear energy tech could help them cut back on fossil fuels. More countries want to join Russia and China in the move away from a US-dollar-dominated trade system. Plus Margot Robbie responds to that Oscar snub.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 AM ET: Iran's wake up call, Biden's good news, Medicare negotiations & more Feb 01, 2024

Show notes

US intelligence suggests Iran was surprised by the drone strike Sunday that killed three American service members in Jordan. The UN's main aid agency in Gaza is in crisis. President Joe Biden is edging ahead of former President Donald Trump in a recent poll and donation cash. Medicare price negotiations start today. Plus, California is in for some seriously wet weather.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UPDATED: 6 AM ET: Iran leadership nervous, Ukraine funding approved, moon shrinking & more Feb 01, 2024

Show notes

US officials say Iran was surprised by the deadly drone strike that killed three US service members. As Washington debates border policy, a city on the front line of the crisis is at breaking point. The EU has approved funding for Ukraine. Two social media CEOs have apologized over child safety but senators want action. Plus, researchers say the moon is shrinking.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 PM ET: Border bill clash, tech CEOs apologize, Disney lawsuit dismissed & more Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

The US is formally attributing who it believes is behind a drone strike that killed three US soldiers, according to the White House. House Speaker Mike Johnson railed against the Senate’s border deal during his first floor speech as speaker. The families of people harmed by social media received apologies from two big tech CEOs grilled in a Senate hearing today. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis scored a legal win in his escalating battle with Disney. Lastly, we’ll tell you what a new study reveals about the additional health risks linked to tainted water at Camp Lejeune.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 PM ET: Deadly drone strike latest, Fed interest rates, Chinese hackers warning, & more Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

The White House has assigned blame for the drone strike that killed three US soldiers in Jordan. The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady for a fourth time in a row. Fighting in southern Gaza ramps up as the head of the World Health Organization pleads for UNRWA funding. The FBI director warned Congress today that Chinese hackers are preparing to harm the US. Russia and Ukraine have exchanged prisoners of war for the first time since a mysterious plane crash last week. And, state and local officials are working together to fight the fentanyl crisis in a major city.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 PM ET: Border blame game, Netanyahu facing pressure, social CEO's grilled & more Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

We'll explain why tensions are rising in Washington over border policy. Former President Donald Trump is trying to poach a key constituency of President Joe Biden's for 2024. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing pressure from all sides on a new hostage deal with Hamas. One lawmaker says the CEOs of social media companies have "blood on their hands" in hearing about youth safety. Plus, why you might not be hearing some of your favorite songs on TikTok anymore.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 AM ET: Border tensions boiling, 2024 donor push, Musk's pay package struck down & more Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

Arguments over border policy are coming to a head in Washington, with a bipartisan deal appearing to be over before it began and Republicans moving forward with a vote to impeach the Homeland Security Secretary. Israel is being accused of driving a tank into the grounds of a hospital in Gaza. Former President Donald Trump and Nikki Haley are trying to attract more donors. 23 million people are under flood alerts in California. Plus, a judge in Delaware has struck down Elon Musk's multi-billion dollar pay package.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 AM ET: Mayorkas impeachment vote, NHL players accused, Earhart's plane finding & more Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

House Republicans have voted to move forward with their impeachment process against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The Middle East is waiting on President Joe Biden's decision. The Fed is expected to hold interest rates steady this month. Five hockey pros are facing sexual assault charges in Canada. Plus, explorers think they've found Amelia Earhart's plane.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 PM ET: GOP impeachment hearing, Trump stays on IL ballot, Broadway legend dies & more Jan 30, 2024

Show notes

A House committee hearing is underway ahead of a key vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over border policies. The Illinois State Board of Elections has dismissed a challenge to remove former President Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot. President Joe Biden spoke with the families of three US service members killed in a drone attack in Jordan. Some displaced Palestinians fear UNRWA funding cuts could exacerbate living conditions in Gaza. Lastly, Tony-award winning actress and singer Chita Rivera has died.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected