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5 things to know for Jan. 10: Los Angeles wildfires, Trump sentencing, TikTok ban, Immigration, Climate

By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Several iconic and beloved landmarks in Los Angeles have fallen victim to wildfires this week. Luckily, the Getty Villa museum in the Pacific Palisades narrowly escaped destruction, with fire prevention systems saving its priceless collection of Greek, Roman and Etruscan antiquities. Here’s what else you need to know to

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Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ plane grounded after hitting civilian drone over Los Angeles wildfires

By Pete Muntean, Kelly McCleary and James Legge, CNN (CNN) — Los Angeles authorities have vowed to prosecute illegal drone flights after a civilian drone collided with a Canadian “Super Scooper” aircraft fighting the Palisades Fire Thursday, forcing it to be grounded. The specifically designed CL-415 firefighting planes are used to scoop up more than

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Tough realities of cutting taxes on tips, heroism amid LA fires, protein powder concerns: Catch up on the day’s stories

By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here. 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Stories of heroism are emerging as the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area rage out of control. Some

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Barbra Streisand Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of singer and actress Barbra Streisand. Personal Birth date: April 24, 1942 Birth place: Brooklyn, New York Birth name: Barbara Joan Streisand Father: Emanuel Streisand, a teacher Mother: Diana (Rosen) Streisand Kind Marriages: James Brolin (July 1, 1998-present); Elliott Gould (March 21, 1963-1971,

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5 things to know for Jan. 9: Los Angeles wildfires, Carter funeral, Presidential immunity, School safety, Winter virus season

By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Wind-driven wildfires are pushing through Los Angeles County, forcing residents to flee their homes by the tens of thousands. Learn how you can help the evacuees and firefighters impacted by this unprecedented disaster. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your

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The life of a cruise ship doctor, AI taking away jobs, presidential history buff: Catch up on the day’s stories

By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here. 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Artificial intelligence is coming for your job. About 40% of employers worldwide intend to downsize their workforce as AI

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5 things to know for Jan. 8: California wildfires, Winter storm, Trump transition, Cybertruck explosion, Meta

WSOC, CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Tesla is under investigation for a self-driving feature that allows owners to summon a car from a parking space without anyone being in the vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is launching a probe into around 2.6 million Tesla vehicles following “multiple crash allegations.” Here’s what

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5 things to know for Jan. 8: California wildfires, Winter storm, Trump transition, Cybertruck explosion, Meta

By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Tesla is under investigation for a self-driving feature that allows owners to summon a car from a parking space without anyone being in the vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is launching a probe into around 2.6 million Tesla vehicles following “multiple crash allegations.” Here’s what else you

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