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One Thing: Why It’s So Easy to Fall for Conspiracy Theories CNN 5 Things
Conspiracy theories are not new. They’re as old as time itself. But if you feel like they’re everywhere right now, you’re not alone. So, what do you do when somebody you love has fallen down a rabbit hole? CNN’s Donie O’Sullivan has been covering the world of misinformation for more than a decade, but now he's less interested in what people believe than why they believe it. So, he’s trying to find out. Listen to ‘Persuadable’ here.
May 4, 2025
 5 Good Things: 100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: An Expert’s Take on Viral Debate CNN 5 Things
When disaster struck in California, these young robotics engineers refused to quit, and their hard work paid off. A primatologist weighs in on the viral 100 men vs. silverback gorilla debate. After losing a loved one to drunk driving, the Montana Bar Fairies helped pass a new state law. An Australian miniature dachshund survived over a year in the wild. Plus, could we grow food in space?
May 3, 2025
 WH budget blueprint, Zelle outage, first driverless trucks & more CNN 5 Things
We start with an outline of President Donald Trump’s vision for the next fiscal year. Police released footage of Abrego Garcia at a traffic stop that officials have used to paint him as a criminal. We have an update on an outage affecting some bank customers. Russia’s president may have shifted his immediate goal in the Ukraine war. Plus, we’ll tell you where the first self-driving semis are riding through town.
May 2, 2025
 Labor secretary on recession, ‘Diddy’ trial witnesses, Prince Harry’s appeal & more CNN 5 Things
We start with the US labor secretary’s reaction to new economic data on jobs and unemployment. We’ll break down some of the witnesses expected to testify at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial that starts next week. The nation’s weather forecasting agency is limping toward hurricane season. An Illinois landlord convicted of a vicious hate crime has been sentenced today. And, Prince Harry gets candid about the outcome of his security case at the heart of his rift with the royal family.
May 2, 2025
 Fed’s rates dilemma, ‘enemy combatants’ label, Met Gala preview & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump is calling for the Fed to lower interest rates after a positive jobs report. Vice President JD Vance says the war in Ukraine is “not going to end any time soon.” Trump says he’s going to strip Harvard of its tax exemption. The definition of enemy combatant may extend to include cartel and gang members in the US. And, we’ll talk through the theme for next week's Met Gala.
May 2, 2025
 April jobs report, aid ship fire, Russell Brand in court & more CNN 5 Things
We’ll bring you the latest economy snapshot as April’s jobs report is released. House Republicans have started drafting President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” A ship carrying aid for Gaza says it’s been hit by a drone strike in international waters. Russell Brand appeared in court today over sexual assault and rape charges. Plus, DEI is winning with some shareholders.
May 2, 2025
 Tariff exemption ends, alternative measles treatments, 90s singer dies & more CNN 5 Things
We’ll tell you why most Americans could start feeling the impact from tariffs starting today. President Donald Trump is stopping funding for PBS and NPR. The Health Secretary wants the CDC to look at new treatments for measles. Homeless people in Oregon are being evicted from a forest where they’ve camped for years. And, a singer of iconic 90s anthems has died in a house fire.
May 2, 2025
 Trump's new nomination, toothpaste marketing probe, Musk’s Buddha reference & more CNN 5 Things
We start with the first major staff shakeup since President Donald Trump took office. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing new backlash from hostage families. We’ll tell you why a struggling retailer fired its brand new CEO. Two major toothpaste companies are being pulled into the fluoride wars. Plus, Elon Musk drew an interesting comparison in a rare interview with news outlets.
May 1, 2025
 Migrant deportations ruling, Waltz’s new role, manufacturing production shrinks & more CNN 5 Things
A judge in Texas delivered a significant blow to the Trump Administration’s deportation plans. President Donald Trump announced national security adviser Mike Waltz’s new role. A new survey underscores the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs are having on US manufacturing. A proposed law could change how users engage with app stores. Plus, the incident that temporarily stopped an MLB game.
May 1, 2025
 Waltz’s future uncertain, gender dysphoria report, grueling swim & more CNN 5 Things
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is expected to leave his post in the coming days. The Department of Health and Human Services released a review on gender dysphoria treatment in children. Experts warn that President Donald Trump’s migrant policy could chip away at Social Security’s finances. A group of high school athletes have turned themselves in over an extreme hazing incident. Plus, we’ll tell you why one American teenager braved thousands of jellyfish stings.
May 1, 2025
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