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Two long distance best friends bring you this weekly podcast where they discuss five things. Sometimes it's five random topics, sometimes it's five fun facts, sometimes it's the five things that have struck them the most about the latest documentary or television series that they're bingeing. But it's always five things that will make you think, laugh, or shout YES... because they're just a couple of relatable besties that have some things to say.

Megan and Emmy


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    FDA panel supports Moderna COVID-19 booster shots for some

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 8:46


    The committee will decide on Johnson & Johnson boosters today. Plus, a Texas law banning most abortions remains in effect after the latest court decision, the Major League Baseball League Championship Series begin, massive asteroids pass "close" to Earth and a new 'Halloween' sequel hits theaters.(Audio: Associated Press, Universal Pictures)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    FDA experts to discuss boosters for Moderna, J&J COVID-19 vaccines

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 11:47


    Is there enough data to prove their need and safety? Plus, at least five people are dead after a suspect allegedly shot at people with a bow and arrow, leaders begin prepping for next month's Glasgow climate talks, more than 4 million Americans quit their jobs in August and there's one game left in the MLB division series.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Gabby Petito died by strangulation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 10:06


    A coroner says her death also likely came nearly a month before her body was found. Plus, a bill to raise the debt ceiling lands on President Joe Biden's desk, the Las Vegas Raiders move to a new coach after Jon Gruden's resignation, William Shatner heads to space and snow slams the West.(Audio: Associated Press, 'Star Trek'/Paramount)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Drugmakers seek FDA clearance for antiviral pill

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 11:36


    The pill showed promising trial results. Plus, a plane crashed in a San Diego suburb, killing at least two people, Tropical Storm Pamela will become a serious hurricane in Mexico, NFL coach Jon Gruden resigns after homophobic and misogynistic emails and the NHL regular season begins.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    One-fourth of US infrastructure is at risk of flooding

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 9:35


    That's according to a new report out today, the latest bleak climate news in recent weeks. Plus, a Minnesota shootout leaves at least 1 dead, the Nobel prizes come to a close, a growing number of cities replace Columbus day with Indigenous Peoples Day and a new-look Boston Marathon returns.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Whistleblower testimony and a massive outage. So what's different for Facebook now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 29:38


    Armed with tens of thousands of documents, Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen testified before Congress this week, warning lawmakers that the company has repeatedly misled the public about how its platforms drive division and harm users, especially children.Earlier in the week, Facebook saw one of the worst outages in its history, lasting six hours and affecting over three billion people worldwide.We know Facebook and Instagram have harmful effects and we know we're probably a bit too dependent on the platforms.So what feels different about this moment?Breaking news reporter Gabriela Miranda, tech reporter Mike Snider and politics reporter Matthew Brown sit down with host Claire Thornton to dissect Frances Haugen's Congressional testimony, explain what we know about Facebook's 'amplification' algorithm and discuss how everyday people had their lives upended by Facebook's massive outage last Monday.Additional reading:'Five hours of silence was torture': Facebook and WhatsApp are lifelines for some familiesFacebook whistleblower fires up Congress: Is this Mark Zuckerberg's moment of reckoning?Facebook whistleblower's explosive testimony: Company makes 'disastrous' choices, prioritizes profit'Profits before people': After Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen argued her case, will Congress act?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    US appeals court lets Texas resume ban on most abortions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2021 12:25


    The decision came days after a U.S. district judge suspended the law. Plus, officials now say the California pipeline that caused last week's oil spill may have been impacted by a ship's anchor months ago, hiring again slowed down dramatically last month, NASA temporarily stops sending signals to its Mars missions and Comic Con returns to New York City.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Senate passes deal to raise debt ceiling into December

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 8:30


    Democrats and Republicans made a deal, and a House vote is next. Plus, we recap this week's Nobel Prizes, President Joe Biden will restore national monuments reduced by former President Donald Trump, a new James Bond movie hits theaters two years late and the Draconid meteor shower lights up the evening sky.(Audio: MGM)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    America's war in Afghanistan began 20 years ago today

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 14:13


    On the anniversary, the Taliban is struggling with a poor economy and other crises. But they're beginning to reach out to other governments. Plus, there are more questions than answers about why the public wasn't notified sooner about last weekend's oil spill, there's a new theory about the Zodiac Killer, a trial begins for a 100-year-old Nazi and we recap what happened with this week's Twitch hack.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Whistleblower to Congress: Facebook causes harm for profit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 17:11


    Frances Haugen told lawmakers the company needs to be better regulated. Plus, the Senate will vote on a debt limit procedural rule, the Department of Education announces an overhaul to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, Johnson & Johnson submits booster data to the FDA for clearance and the National League Wild Card game follows a Red Sox win over the Yankees in the MLB Postseason.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram are back after one of company's worst outages

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 11:53


    The outage lasted six hours. Plus, there's a state of emergency as oil spill cleanup continues in California, President Joe Biden sells his infrastructure bills on the road, refugee admissions have fallen to a record low and the MLB Postseason is here.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Environmental catastrophe in California

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 10:00


    A massive oil spill is affecting Orange County. Plus, how COVID-19 is disproportionately killing rural Americans, the Supreme Court begins a new term amid abortion fights, the Census Bureau's first data on LGBTQ people indicates deep disparities and the Powerball jackpot keeps rising.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript linked hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    USA TODAY journalist Fatema Hosseini's escape from Afghanistan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 35:41


    When Kabul fell to the Taliban, Afghan journalist Fatema Hosseini had only bad options. As a female reporter who'd worked for USA TODAY, she could stay and likely be killed or taken by the Taliban, or she could try to run. But getting out seemed impossible.The Taliban had already ransacked her parents' home. USA TODAY's international correspondent Kim Hjelmgaard swung into action to help Fatema escape. With assistance from military contacts, Kim managed to get Fatema a seat on plane bound for Ukraine. Later, she would make it to the U.S.But getting into the Kabul airport meant Fatema had to cross multiple Taliban checkpoints, duck gunfire, and avoid the whips and beatings of angry Taliban lashing out at the desperate crowds clustered at the gates. The week of Fatema's escape, at least 20 people died in the chaos.USA TODAY is bringing you the story of Fatema's heroic escape on this Sunday episode.She finally made it onto a flight from Kabul to Islamabad, from Islamabad to Kyiv. My colleague Kim Hjelmgaard met her in Ukraine.In this episode, Kim sits down with Fatema to recap her journey out of Afghanistan.Episode transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.More about how Fatema Hosseini's escaped Kabul:Staying could mean death. The escape nearly killed her. How one woman fled Afghanistan for freedom.By Fatema Hosseini and Kim Hjelmgaard with Kelley Benham FrenchThe Backstory: How a Navy officer, a Ukrainian colonel and a USA TODAY reporter helped an Afghan journalist escape KabulBy editor-in-chief Nicole CarrollTaliban fighters tortured my journalist colleagues. They risk their lives to tell the truth.By Fatema HosseiniIn response to popular demand, here's another personal finance episode (like last Sunday's) from back in 2020:Why young people of color should be investing in the stock marketSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    New antiviral pill is highly effective against COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 12:29


    The drug appears to significantly diminish serious illness. Plus, Women's March Day is here amid renewed abortion fights around the country, the House again can't come to infrastructure agreements, Hurricane Sam causes dangerous surf conditions on the East Coast and Tom Brady makes his return to New England.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Biden signs bill to avoid government shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 10:04


    The bill extends funding through Dec. 3. Plus, negotiations continue on infrastructure, a federal judge holds a hearing on the Texas abortion ban, it's LGBTQ History Month and Disney World celebrates 50 years.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Congress appears poised to avoid partial government shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 10:05


    Lawmakers are confident they will vote to extend funding today. Plus, Capitol Hill works on infrastructure bills, three congresswomen will testify about their experiences with abortion, 23 new species have been declared extinct and there's (finally) a film museum in Los Angeles.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    People under 40 will experience 'unprecedented life' of climate change disasters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 14:26


    A new report is warning about a slew of floods, droughts, and other disasters for the coming generations. Plus, President Joe Biden cancels a trip to focus on legislation, Britney Spears' conservatorship is back in court and hear how to join USA TODAY in a conversation on civil rights.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Pentagon officials to testify on Afghanistan withdrawal

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 11:30


    It's still not clear if anyone will face criminal charges for the U.S. drone strike killings of children last month. Plus, Congress scrambles to avoid a government shutdown later this week, the Department of Homeland Security proposes a rule to preserve DACA, R. Kelly has been found guilty of sex crimes in New York and a new Netflix documentary looks at Britney Spears' conservatorship fight.(Audio: Associated Press, Netflix)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    House set to move forward on infrastructure bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 8:49


    Lawmakers are also scrambling to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, at least 3 people are dead after an Amtrak train derailment, Hurricane Sam keeps swirling powerfully in the Atlantic, Gabby Petito is laid to rest and Team USA wins the Ryder Cup.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Why Gen Z is investing in crypto and turning to TikTok, Instagram for advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 31:56


    Gen Zers and millennials have endured two “once in a lifetime” recessions during their prime earning years or at the start of their careers. That's caused a lot of financial pain, especially for people of color, women, LGBTQ people and other populations that disproportionately face wealth gaps and financial insecurity. Young people are turning to cryptocurrencies and other less traditional investments because they can be an opportunity to make more cash quickly. But the risks can be enormous.A majority of young people say they seek financial advice on TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms instead of from licensed professionals. How are young people navigating these new investment choices? What should they keep in mind and steer clear of?USA TODAY personal finance and markets reporter Jessica Menton joins host Claire Thornton to discuss what economic factors are influencing young investors during the U.S.'s current financial rebound.Episode transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.USA TODAY's series on young investors:Black, Latino, LGBTQ investors see crypto investments like bitcoin as 'a new path' to wealth and equityMillennial parents join the crypto craze. Should you? Here's what experts say.Gen Z turns to TikTok, Instagram for personal finance advice despite misleading investment tipsGen Z takes on debt to invest in market boom: Here are the risksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Texas migrant camp now empty as many Haitians await their fate

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 10:30


    Thousands of Haitian migrants have been released into the United States, while others were sent back to Haiti. Plus, Germans head to the polls, the House Budget Committee meets to discuss President Joe Biden's domestic plans, the U.S. dominates the first day at the Ryder Cup and the 74th Tony Awards are set for Sunday night.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    CDC endorses COVID-19 boosters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 13:11


    Pfizer boosters will be available to millions of Americans, but Moderna and Johnson & Johnson aren't there yet. Plus, at least 2 people are dead after a Tennessee grocery store shooting, a bill to protect abortion rights is expected to clear the House, the Ryder Cup tees off and tech editor Brett Molina wonders if you really need a new iPhone.(Audio: Associated Press, Commercial Appeal)Episode Transcript available here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    CDC panel to vote on who should receive COVID-19 booster shot

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 11:20


    There's also new data out this week about the effectiveness of a second Johnson & Johnson shot. Plus, President Joe Biden's approval rating hits a new low, we hear about a USA TODAY project focused on the civil rights movement in 1961, a tropical depression could be a hurricane by the weekend and the WNBA Playoffs tip off.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    As flights go on, many Haitian migrants are being released in US

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 10:43


    Others are staying in Mexico. Plus, President Joe Biden addresses world leaders on COVID-19, fire crews continue to protect giant sequoia trees in California from wildfires, summer comes to an end and 'The Wonder Years' is back.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Biden to tackle climate, COVID-19 and US alliances at annual UN meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 13:32


    The president also again addressed climate on Friday. Plus, thousands of Haitian migrants are still at the Texas border as the U.S. and Mexico send many back to Haiti, COVID-19 has now killed as many Americans as Spanish Flu, the latest tropical storms form in the Atlantic and a new book looks at the final days of the Trump presidency.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Canada heads to the polls

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 10:56


    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is trying to beat out Conservative Erin O'Toole. Plus, authorities believe they found Gabby Petito's body, Congress is back in session, the U.S. blocks part of its Texas border and sends some Haitian migrants home and the Emmys crown 'The Crown.'(Audio: Associated Press, CBS, Apple TV+)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    In Wyoming, Liz Cheney's House race is a bellwether for Trumpism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2021 30:38


    Earlier this month, Donald Trump took direct aim at Rep. Liz Cheney by endorsing Wyoming's Harriet Hageman in her Republican primary bid to unseat the third-term House member who supported impeaching the former president over the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.Now, the battle is on for Republican values in the state that gave Trump his biggest victory margin against Joe Biden in 2020.USA TODAY journalists Hannah Gaber and Ledyard King traveled to Wyoming earlier this summer to speak with constituents about their personal politics. They re-cap their trip for 5 Things listeners in this episode.Episode transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Pentagon admits Kabul drone strike killed 10 civilians, no terrorists

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021 13:17


    The strike killed several children as well. Plus, thousands of Haitian migrants are gathered in a Texas border city and the Biden administration plans to fly them back to Haiti, France recalls its U.S. ambassador amid tensions, the search for Gabby Petito continues and Ken Burns releases a new documentary about Muhammad Ali.(Audio: Associated Press, PBS)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    FDA to determine if COVID-19 vaccine boosters are widely needed

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 13:27


    The advisory committee's decision comes before a potential booster rollout next week. Plus, federal prosecutors will rest their case against R. Kelly, non-English programming on Netflix is booming, tech editor Brett Molina is underwhelmed by the new iPhone and Lil Nas X releases his debut album.(Audio: Associated Press, Netflix)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The ethics debate on COVID-19 boosters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 12:19


    The U.S. will likely start administering additional shots soon. World health leaders disagree on whether that's a good thing. Plus, SpaceX successfully launched civilians into space, wildfires close in on Sequoia National Park, it's Mexican Independence Day and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' says goodbye.(Audio: Associated Press, NBC)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    One month since the Taliban took Kabul

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 12:44


    The international community is still gauging how to recognize Afghanistan. Plus, Gavin Newsom remains governor of California, North Korea fires more missiles, 1 in 500 Americans have died from COVID-19 and SpaceX sends private citizens to orbit.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    A historic California recall election wraps up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 13:02


    Gov. Gavin Newsom is widely expected to retain his position. Plus, House Democrats push for tax hikes, Hurricane Nicholas makes landfall, we may find out more about the next iPhone and Broadway is back.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    A last-minute appeal for California Gov. Gavin Newsom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 8:19


    President Joe Biden heads to California to back the Democratic governor. Plus, an explosion collapses an apartment building in Atlanta, Prince Andrew heads to virtual court over a sex abuse lawsuit against him, the NFL's Week 1 wraps up and the Met Gala returns with new requirements.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    9/11 and Gen Z

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2021 29:32


    How has a generation with no memory of 9/11 come to understand the event and its aftermath? Gen Zers across the nation share how their specific identifies and lived experiences, family histories, and the U.S. public education system have shaped their understanding of what happened—and is still happening. USA TODAY's Grace Hauck reports. Read her story here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    20 years since 9/11

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 18:48


    The terror attacks changed America and the world. We reflect on the day itself. Plus, Bergen Record photojournalist Tom Franklin discusses the most famous 9/11 picture, loved ones look back, Muslim Americans discuss Islamophobia and polling shows Americans increasingly think 9/11 changed the country.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Biden announces new measures to fight COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 10:06


    The president is wearily pushing for more vaccine mandates. Plus, more people fly out of Afghanistan, Hurricane Larry keeps moving toward Canada, California lawmakers hold a final vote on a bill to end spousal rape distinctions and the U.S. Open hits the semifinals in tennis.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ​​​​Biden to unveil new strategy to stop coronavirus spread

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 9:35


    Hospitals are making tough decisions around the country. Plus, Tropical Storm Mindy makes U.S. landfall, the NFL season kicks off, the U.S. men's national soccer team gets a big win and the Toronto International Film Festival begins with 'Dear Evan Hansen.'(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    U.S. surpasses 2020 COVID-19 infection total

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 9:40


    More grim milestones may be on the way. Plus, President Joe Biden calls for climate action after hurricane damage, Vice President Kamala Harris campaigns for California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Virginia removes its largest Confederate monument and Derek Jeter enters the Hall of Fame.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    New COVID-19 infections up 316% from last Labor Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 9:20


    The pandemic is surging in both highly vaccinated and undervaccinated communities. Plus, Hurricane Larry keeps moving in the Atlantic, the U.S. is working with the Taliban to evacuate more people from Afghanistan, residents return to Lake Tahoe after evacuations and 'American Crime Story' tackles President Bill Clinton's affair.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Taliban say they took last holdout Afghan province

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 8:08


    Panjshir was the only province the Taliban did not seize during their blitz through Afghanistan last month. Plus, Hurricane Larry could be stronger than Ida, expanded unemployment benefits expire, General Motors stops production at most North American plants because of supply chain issues and Rosh Hashanah begins.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Recapping the US withdrawal from Afghanistan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 27:35


    Through conversation and reflection, USA TODAY reporters help us process what happened during the withdrawal from Afghanistan.Pentagon reporter Tom Vanden Brook discusses how American military officials cooperated with the Taliban in the final days and how that could have prevented even more violence and confusion.Foreign policy reporter Deirdre Shesgreen shares her perspective on what went wrong with the withdrawal and what our challenges in Afghanistan will be going forward.White House Correspondent Courtney Subramanian traces Biden's defense of his administration's exit strategy.Going forward, the US military will rely more heavily on drone strikes to address problems that arise in Afghanistan. Afghans who aided US forces as well as US citizens are still stuck in the country and need to leave. But with the official withdrawal end date having passed, evacuating will become increasingly challenging.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Ida cleanup continues, but Larry is next

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 12:36


    Another major hurricane is brewing in the Atlantic. Plus, vaccinated moms have antibodies in their breast milk, accusers say R. Kelly knowingly gave them STDs, college football is back in full swing and Friday was a memorable day of upsets at the U.S. Open.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    At least 46 dead after Ida floods Northeast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 11:32


    New Jersey and New York City have been hit particularly hard. Plus, President Joe Biden says he's launching a government effort to respond to the Texas abortion law, a former Georgia prosecutor has been indicted for allegedly shielding the men who killed Ahmaud Arbery, 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' hits theaters and new music from Drake is here.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Supreme Court declines to block Texas abortion ban

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 10:09


    The court did leave the window open for future challenges. Plus, August was one of the worst months of the pandemic, flooding hits New York City as Ida keeps moving, the U.S. men's soccer team begins World Cup qualifying and traffic analysts give some tips on when and where to travel this Labor day weekend.(Audio: Associated Press)Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Texas law banning most abortions takes effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 11:20


    Activists are begging the Supreme Court to take action. Plus, the Taliban begin their reign in Afghanistan, the Caldor Fire edges closer to Lake Tahoe, President Joe Biden meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Venice Film Festival kicks off.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    America's longest war comes to an end

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 13:37


    The War in Afghanistan is over. Plus, Ida weakens while hundreds of thousands are still without power, the Caldor Fire forces more evacuations, the U.S. Open continues and NFL teams shrink their rosters.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Hurricane Ida leaves at least 1 dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 8:40


    The storm made landfall Sunday as one of the strongest in U.S. history. Plus, violence continues in Kabul, more people evacuate as the Caldor Fire continues to spread, Peloton releases a new treadmill after a recall and Krispy Kreme is giving two doughnuts out to the vaccinated this week.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    How natural disasters and racial wealth gaps are impacting homebuying

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 18:13


    Homebuying was already challenging and overwhelming before the current pandemic-induced craze. But what information are homebuyers using to determine where to invest in property?A growing number of Americans may be starting to factor climate change into decisions about where they live. Housing and real estate reporter Swapna Venugopal discusses how Redfin is adding climate risk data to listings on its site.Meanwhile, Americans who can't afford to go in on a mortgage right now are missing out on historically low interest rates. Economic opportunities correspondent Charisse Jones explains how the racial wealth gap means people of color are disproportionately more likely to pay more for mortgages and lose out on growing their equity.Get more on historic housing discrimination the wealth gap with this 5 Things episode from May 2021.Additional reporting from Charisse Jones and Swapna:Climate change shapes where Americans relocateBlack homeownership stalls during the pandemicLate mortgage payments due to COVID-19 put Black homeownership in jeopardyEpisode transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Hurricane Ida heads for Louisiana, may become Category 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021 12:42


    The storm may be the most severe of the season. Plus, the U.S. finalizes evacuations out of Afghanistan after drone striking ISIS-K, marches are set nationwide for voting rights, college football is back and the Philly Naked Bike Ride requires just one piece of clothing this year.Episode transcript linked here.Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    At least 73 dead in Kabul terror attack as evacuations continue

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 14:56


    President Joe Biden said the U.S. "will not forgive." Plus, a USA TODAY investigation finds that several Surfside condo victims may have survived the initial collapse, the strongest storm of hurricane season approaches the Gulf Coast, the Supreme Court puts a stop to the eviction moratorium and Samsung releases its latest foldable phones.Episode transcript hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-Things.(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    State Department tells Americans at Kabul airport gates to 'leave immediately'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 13:01


    Some European countries have wrapped up their missions in Afghanistan, but the U.S. will stay until at least Aug. 31. Plus, Israel's new prime minister visits the White House, there's more promising news for COVID-19 booster shots, OnlyFans will keep allowing sexual content and Kanye West holds another listening event for 'Donda.'(Audio: Associated Press)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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