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  • 5 Good Things: Some Good News That’s Totally Nuts

    5 Good Things: Some Good News That’s Totally Nuts
    Oct 25 2025
    A wildlife expert performed a tiny transplant surgery. A Texas volleyball team serves an epic surprise for their school’s beloved custodian. New research brings good news to parents hoping to prevent peanut allergies. A retired computer technician in Florida is paying it forward to people in need. And in Chicago, second chances are in full bloom for at-risk youth, thanks to this CNN Hero. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Faiz Jamil Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Dan Dzula, Kathleen Toner, Christie O’Reilly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • 'No Crazy War’, Jeffries Endorses Mamdani, East Ballroom Donors and more

    'No Crazy War’, Jeffries Endorses Mamdani, East Ballroom Donors and more
    Oct 24 2025
    Venezuela’s president is pleading for peace, as President Donald Trump announced possible targets in Venezuela. An anonymous friend of President Trump has made an unusual donation. Zohran Mamdani has secured the support of a top House Democrat. We have an update on the legal dispute over National Guard deployment in Portland, Oregon. Plus, we’ll tell you who is paying for Trump’s new ballroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Leticia James Plea, Inflation Report, Trump’s Trip and more

    Leticia James Plea, Inflation Report, Trump’s Trip and more
    Oct 24 2025
    New York Attorney General Leticia James appeared in federal court in Virginia today in the mortgage fraud case against her. Hear how the government shutdown is financially impacting more than a million federal workers. We'll break down the latest inflation figures. President Donald Trump is heading to Asia today, ahead of a crucial meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Plus, why the Louvre heist is giving this company a publicity boost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
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