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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 12pm, and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

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This student-led choir grew out of a pro-democracy movement in Tunisia. If your mind races the night before a big moment, try these tips from David Beckham’s sleep coach. These newlyweds from Illinois found love in a YMCA pool. A partnership showed up in a warm way for the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota. Plus, everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving story will hit a heartwarming milestone. 

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Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson 

Showrunner: Faiz Jamil 

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: McKenna Ewen
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5 Good Things: Want Better Sleep? Stop Trying So Hard

President Donald Trump and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani find common ground during a meeting at the White House. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is weighing the risks of accepting Trump’s peace proposal. CNN reporters have found evidence of chaos and violence after a contested election. A white officer who killed a Black pregnant mother has been acquitted. Plus, we explain why the ‘Queen of Country’ has been absent from the spotlight.
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A ‘Productive' Meeting, Unrest in Tanzania, Dolly Parton’s Health and more

President Donald Trump is meeting New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office today. European leaders are reviewing the US’ new peace proposal for Ukraine. The federal case against an ICE protestor in Chicago has fallen apart. There’s been another school abduction in Nigeria. Plus, we tell you why senior citizens will soon pay more for Medicare.
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Mamdani Goes to Washington, Peace Deal Momentum, Another Nigeria School Abduction & more

We begin with reactions to President Donald Trump’s social media post, calling for the execution of a group of Democrats over “seditious behavior.” The US-drafted peace plan for Ukraine would mean ceding territory to Russia. A judge has ruled on Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, DC. A state has voted to ban books about being transgender from the youth sections of public libraries. Plus, why a draft executive order on AI is raising concern.
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Trump’s ‘Execution’ Post, Ukraine Peace Plan Backlash, AI Executive Order and more

We begin with a look at the US labor market, especially the industries that are hiring and hurting right now. Six Democratic lawmakers stand by their calls for service members to "refuse illegal orders." The Trump administration wants to open federal waters to new offshore oil drilling. A Customs and Border Patrol operation in Charlotte, North Carolina is coming to a close. Plus, the CDC’s website is now featuring false claims about autism.
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Mixed Bag Economy, ‘Seditious Behavior,’ CDC Update and more

We begin with the long-awaited September jobs report. We'll tell you why President Donald Trump wasn't at former Vice President Cheney’s funeral. A big part of the Trump administration's new peace proposal for Ukraine, used to be a nonstarter. A Democrat lawmaker has been indicted for allegedly stealing millions in FEMA funding. Plus, findings from a new study on the cognitive benefits of fluoride may surprise you.
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Strong Jobs Report, Cheney Funeral Snub, Fluoride Safety and more

Breaking News Alert: The job numbers from September are finally out. Listen for more details about this snapshot of the economy. 
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8:35AM ET: Long-delayed Jobs Report is Out

The government could exploit a possible loophole in the release of the Jeffrey Epstein case files. Investors are eagerly awaiting the long-delayed September jobs report. The US is pushing for a peace deal with Russia, but Ukraine’s involvement is uncertain. Dozens of Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza. Plus, a new ruling on ICE’s use of force in Chicago.
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Epstein Files Next Steps, Late Jobs Report, Dozens Killed in Gaza and more

CNN reporters have reviewed thousands of Epstein’s emails, showing deep ties to the rich and powerful. The world’s most valuable company has given shareholders a reason to celebrate. The case against James Comey is moving forward, despite a bombshell discovery. Some democratic lawmakers have made an unusual request to service members. Plus, we tell you which part of the country can expect an early polar vortex.
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Inside Epstein’s Emails, AI bubble fears, Incoming polar vortex and more

Some Epstein survivors are critical of President Donald Trump, as they await the signing of a bill releasing all Epstein case files. Russia has launched another deadly attack on Ukraine, but a peace plan may be in the works. Iran may resume nuclear talks with the US. The Trump administration has taken another step to dismantle the Department of Education. Plus, we explain why a once popular department store keeps struggling.
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Trump to Sign Epstein Bill, Russia-US Peace Talks, Target in Trouble and more

President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to take an unprecedented step to end the government shutdown. The FBI says it’s stopped a potential terrorist attack in Michigan. There’s been deadly torrential rainfall in NYC. Virginia Guiffre’s family have responded to the now-former Prince Andrew losing his royal titles. Plus, a study finds a link between Covid-19 in pregnancy and autism.
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‘Nuclear’ Shutdown Option, ISIS-inspired Plot Foiled, Covid-19 Autism Link and more

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