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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.

Historic global trade war, WH fires staffers, devastating storms & more CNN 5 Things
One of America’s biggest trading partners launched the first major response to President Donald Trump’s massive tariff announcement. The White House handed out pink slips to multiple administration officials. A tornado threat is far from over as people across the central US are left picking up the pieces. We’ll tell you where Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations stand. Plus, NYC Mayor Eric Adams is hitting the campaign trail with a notable change.
Apr 3, 2025
 Tariffs hit households, Rubio’s NATO meeting, FDA delays vax approval & more CNN 5 Things
We’ll break down the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs will have on Amercian households. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US is staying in NATO. Layoff announcements are at their highest level since the pandemic. The FDA is delaying its full approval of a Covid-19 vaccine. And, investigators share what caused the death of a former New York Yankee’s son.
Apr 3, 2025
 Stock markets fall, US storm deaths, transgender travel warnings & more CNN 5 Things
Global stock markets are taking a hit following yesterday’s US tariff announcement. Severe storms in the central US have turned deadly. Whooping cough cases are rising, with Louisiana reporting two infant deaths. Hungary is leaving the ICC, as it hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, some countries are warning transgender tourists about coming to the US.
Apr 3, 2025
 Trump’s tariff fallout, violent tornadoes, FEMA migrant funds & more CNN 5 Things
World leaders are vowing to retaliate against President Donald Trump’s widespread tariff announcement. Meanwhile, Trump’s auto tariffs come into effect today, bringing possible price hikes. Intense tornadoes and baseball-sized hail has hit the central US. FEMA funding to aid migrants may be used to detain them instead. Plus, three Americans have escaped death sentences.
Apr 3, 2025
 Trump signs global tariffs, deportation list, new TikTok bidder & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on practically all imports into the US. Dangerous storms, including strong tornadoes and destructive flooding, are hitting parts of the US. A list of deportation recommendations to the US government is drawing concerns. The Taliban is making progress on the diplomatic stage. Plus, an e-commerce giant put in a last-minute bid to buy TikTok.
Apr 2, 2025
 Trump’s worst-case scenario tariffs, SCOTUS decisions, tech experts’ AI fears & more CNN 5 Things
We start by breaking down what one of President Donald Trump’s tariff proposals could mean for your budget. CBD and flavored vaping products were at the center of two Supreme Court rulings today. China is ramping up its military drills around Taiwan. We’ll tell you what Myanmar’s military government announced to help earthquake recovery efforts. And, how will artificial intelligence change the way humans think?
Apr 2, 2025
 Tariff plans pros and cons, Planned Parenthood funding, egg shortage cracks & more CNN 5 Things
First, we’ll break down the possible tariff options President Donald Trump is reportedly still weighing. The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on whether a state can cut Planned Parenthood funding. The corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been dismissed with a twist. Russia has launched its biggest military conscription drive in years. Plus, the egg shortage is finally improving, but there’s a catch.
Apr 2, 2025
 Tariff waiting game, tornado outbreak expected, record Senate speech & more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump is finally expected to announce his next round of tariffs today. Florida’s special House elections were a win for Republicans, but it wasn’t all bad news for Democrats. A tornado outbreak is expected in parts of the US. The record has been broken for the longest Senate floor speech. Plus, there’s been a rare moment of hope in the rescue efforts after Myanmar’s devastating earthquake.
Apr 2, 2025
 Election night results, migrant children legal aid, Val Kilmer dies & more CNN 5 Things
We’ll bring you the results from yesterday’s elections in Wisconsin and Florida. President Donald Trump is promising to reshape global trade but it’s not clear what will be included in his sweeping tariffs. Israel is expanding its military operation in Gaza and seizing land. A federal judge is ordering the Trump administration to temporarily bring back legal aid for tens of thousands of migrant children. And, actor Val Kilmer has died.
Apr 2, 2025
 WI & FL elections, Trump ‘perfecting’ tariff plan, ‘tush push’ delay & more CNN 5 Things
Voting is underway in high-stakes elections in two states. We have the latest Ivy League school to face funding halts or cuts since President Donald Trump took office. Businesses are weighing their options over uncertainty surrounding Trump’s tariff plan. Parts of the US are under a severe weather threat this week. Plus, the NFL announced some key changes to the game for the upcoming season.
Apr 1, 2025
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