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5 things to know for March 6: Auto tariffs paused, Ukraine summit, government cuts, Hamas ‘warning’, social media safety

By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — NASA’s twin Voyager probes, launched in 1977, are currently exploring uncharted territory in interstellar space. But to keep their missions going, the two spacecraft are now shutting off some of their instruments to conserve power. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On

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South Korean fighter jets accidentally bomb homes, injuring at least 29 people

By Yoonjung Seo, CNN Seoul, South Korea (CNN) — South Korean fighter jets accidentally bombed homes during a live-fire drill with US forces, injuring more than two dozen people on Thursday, Seoul’s military said. Eight MK-82 general-purpose bombs were “abnormally dropped” from two KF-16 fighter jets and landed outside the designated firing range at approximately

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European leaders agree on defense spending surge at crucial EU summit on Ukraine

By Rob Picheta and Niamh Kennedy, CNN London (CNN) — European leaders agreed to significantly boost defense spending to ensure Europe’s security and voiced near-unanimous support for Ukraine at an extraordinary meeting on Thursday, after the United States dramatically pulled back its assistance to the continent in a historic upending of transatlantic relations. At the

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US stops sharing air quality data from embassies worldwide. Scientists say that cuts out a vital resource for global health

Story by the Associated Press New Delhi (AP) — The US government will stop sharing air quality data gathered from its embassies and consulates, worrying local scientists and experts who say the effort was vital to monitor global air quality and improve public health. In response to an inquiry from The Associated Press, the State

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Vatican clarifies its position on gender affirming surgery, calling for ‘greater care’ and a case-by-case approach

By Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — The Vatican appears to have modified its position against gender-affirming surgery and “gender theory” last year, raising the possibility of “exceptional situations.” This week the Vatican published a speech by doctrine chief Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández where he said, “there are cases outside the norm, such as strong dysphorias

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Island nation’s ‘golden passport,’ scrutinizing antidepressants, ancient tools unearthed: 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! Are antidepressants addictive? Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s comments at his Senate confirmation hearing before becoming US Health and Human

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Israel’s justice minister moves to oust attorney general amid allegations of political bias, opposition decries move

By Eugenia Yosef and Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN (CNN) — Israel’s Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin has initiated proceedings to dismiss the country’s Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of abusing her authority to undermine the government’s policies and destabilize Israel’s rule of law. Right-wing Israeli politicians have long called for her dismissal.

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5 things to know for March 5: Trump’s address to Congress, latest on tariffs, severe storms, flight safety, measles outbreak

By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Ash Wednesday services are underway in Vatican City, where Pope Francis is notably absent as he continues to fight double pneumonia in the hospital. A pulmonary care physician told CNN that the coming days will be crucial in determining whether the 88-year-old pontiff can recover. Here’s what else you

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