Top 5 at Five

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Top 5 at Five

Daily top news stories, always waiting for you M-Th at 5pm ET. Short enough to learn something, long enough to walk your dog. Dodge the news and catch up with Jonni.

  1. 17H AGO

    Tues. 03/25: Saudi Talks, Signal Fails, and Diddy’s Legal Limbo

    Trump’s crew thinks a Signal group chat is a secure comms channel—spoiler, it’s not. Meanwhile, the administration walks away from Saudi talks with less than a ceasefire but more than zero, Diddy gets half a lawsuit dropped, and an Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker gets arrested for existing. Plus, your women’s March Madness bracket is about to get wrecked. Support Top 5 at Five Links: Trump's promise of a quick end to Ukraine war gets a reality check after talks end with no dealIntel leaders testify in Congress amidst war group chat fallout : NPR'No Other Land' Director Beaten and Detained, Activist Group ClaimsDiddy Wins Dismissal Of Lil Rod RICO Claims, But Sex Case Moves OnWho has the edge in the women’s Sweet 16: Can USC beat Kansas State without JuJu Watkins? - The Athletic

    9 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Mon. 03/24: DNA, DMs, and Dumb Decisions

    Private chats re Houthi attacks in Yemen in Signal got leaked to a journalist like it was WhatsApp in 2012, Trumpito’s back in court doing his best impression of a man who’s never read the Constitution, and 23andMe just filed for bankruptcy—which, let’s be real, is poetic for a company that sold your DNA like Groupon coupons. We say goodbye to the champ George Foreman, grill king and heavyweight icon, and spotlight the 21-year-old in NYC who just became the first person cured of sickle cell disease with a one-and-done gene therapy. Science wins. Privacy loses. And Trump’s still Trump. Support Top 5 at Five Links: Trump says countries that purchase oil from Venezuela will pay 25% tariffTrump pulls security clearances for Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton | ReutersDNA testing firm 23andMe files for bankruptcy as CEO steps down | Genealogy | The GuardianGeorge Foreman, legendary boxer and Muhammad Ali’s foe turned friend, dies at 76 - The Athletic

    11 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Thurs. 03/20: Billion-Dollar Deals, Government Teardowns, and Hollywood Dumpster Fires

    Hollywood meltdowns, billion-dollar sports sales, and the government making moves no one asked for—welcome to another day in 2025. We break down Gal Gadot’s protest-filled Walk of Fame ceremony, Disney’s Snow White disaster (spoiler: it’s bad), and why Boston fans just got even more unbearable with the Celtics’ $6.1 billion sale. Then, Trump decides schools are overrated and signs an executive order to gut the Department of Education, because why not? Plus, March Madness is here, which means brackets are getting destroyed, and Vegas is making all the money. And finally, a PSA: stop lighting Teslas on fire. Seriously. Support Top 5 at Five Links: Trump to sign executive order to close Education Department - The Washington Post‘Segregated facilities’ are no longer explicitly banned in federal contracts : Shots - Health News : NPRiPhones were being stolen off porches right after delivery, and now we know how - 9to5MacCeltics sold for $6.1 billion, highest price in North American sports history: Source - The Athletic

    14 min

  4. 6D AGO

    Wed. 03/19: Rigged Jackpots, Bird Flu Chaos, and Drake’s Legal eL

    A $95 million Texas Lottery hack that might get shut down, the JFK files drop that wasn’t the bombshell some hoped for, Trump’s FTC purge and Musk’s Social Security overhaul, RFK Jr.’s bird flu “strategy” (spoiler: it’s chaos), and Drake suing UMG over a diss track… and getting roasted in court. Plus, a 3-year-old hero saves the day. Stay tuned for the best, the worst, and the downright ridiculous in today’s Top 5 at Five! Support Top 5 at Five Links: RFK Jr.’s Prescription for Bird Flu on Farms: Let It Spread - The New York TimesRFK Jr.'s Strategy for the Bird Flu Epidemic: Spread, Baby, SpreadTrump Fires Democrats on Federal Trade Commission - The New York TimesSocial Security Rule Change Could Bankrupt Seniors2 Texas Lottery Wins Prompt Investigations and Stir Public Outrage - The New York TimesJFK Files Land With a Thud and a Dox'Ballerina' trailer: Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves battle in John Wick spin-off | Mashable

    10 min

  5. MAR 18

    180: Forever 21 Lies, Roku Spies, and Trumpito Tries

    Trumpito is back at it—spinning a non-ceasefire in Ukraine, throwing tantrums about judges, and quietly rehiring the government workers he fired. Roku is testing autoplay ads before you even reach the home screen (gross). Meanwhile, Forever 21 is finally shutting its doors for good, aka Temporary 21, and the great black spatula panic turned out to be a whole lot of nothing. But don’t worry—it’s not all bad. A man just survived 100 days with a titanium heart, and it might just change the future of medicine. Let’s get into it. Support Top 5 at Five Links: Israel Strikes Gaza, Killing Hundreds After Talks to Extend Cease-Fire with Hamas Stall - WSJTrump speaks to Putin as White House looks to close ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine | CNN PoliticsChief Justice Roberts Criticizes Trump’s Call to Impeach Judges - WSJTrump administration says it is working to reinstate more than 24,000 fired federal workersRoku testing auto-playing video ads before loading home screenShould I Throw Out My Black Plastic Utensils? Steel, Wood Alternatives Rise - BloombergForever 21 plans to close all U.S. stores, the internet mourns | Mashable

    11 min

  6. MAR 17

    179: Trump’s Deportation Party; Harvard’s Freebies; and Alexa’s Listening (to Literally Everything); Plus more News!

    Happy Monday, Top 5 fam! Today, we’re breaking down the weekend’s wildest news: Trump ignored a judge and shipped Venezuelan gangsters to El Salvador anyway, Arlington Cemetery casually erased minority war heroes (history? who needs it?), and Amazon decided your Echo should record your every whispered secret—because privacy is so 2024. Plus, Harvard finally shares some of its cash mountain, Biden’s pardons might be fake (if you believe Trump’s Autopen conspiracy), and a hero-rescue-turned-engagement gives us all hope that romance isn’t dead. Let’s dive into the madness! Support Top 5 at Five Links: US deports hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador despite court orderJudge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan gang membersUS judge questions Trump's deportation of Venezuelans | ReutersArlington Cemetery scrubs info on famous Black, Hispanic, and female veterans to comply with Trump orders | The IndependentBlack Medal of Honor recipient removed from US Department of Defense website | US military | The GuardianAmazon’s Echo will send all voice recordings to the cloud, starting March 28 | TechCrunchHarvard University to Go Tuition Free for Household Incomes Up to $200,000 - BloombergWatch Live as Starliner Astronauts Finally Return Home After Being Stuck in Space for 9 MonthsTrump says Biden pardons are ‘void’ because they were signed by autopen | The Verge

    12 min

  7. MAR 14

    178: Shutdown Showdown, Tesla’s ‘Fake’ Robotaxi, and a Plane on Fire?!

    Government shutdown averted, but at what cost? Waymo’s ex-CEO calls Tesla’s robotaxi launch a total scam. An American Airlines plane literally caught fire in Denver. Plus, Trump’s bold tax plan and the push to shut down the Department of Education. It’s a wild one—let’s get into it. Support Top 5 at Five

    9 min

  8. 03/08/2021

    176: What the HELL is a Fungible Token?!; New CDC Guidelines—What do They Mean For Us?; Blake Griffin Gives Up $12M to Lose in Brooklyn!!; & More News!

    Happy Monday! Today we start with the updated CDC guidelines around fully vaccinated people; What the hell is an NFT and why are they selling for so much? Want to buy this episode? Hit the link below ;) ;Blake Griffin is now officially a member of the Brooklyn Nets. How many stars do they have now?; Google promises to stop tracking you, as long as you don't use any Google products; Tesla batteries are gonna power a whole state, or at least part of a small town. And more bonus news! Support Top 5 at Five Links: CDC says fully vaccinated people can take fewer precautions - AxiosGoogle to Stop Selling Ads Based on Your Specific Web Browsing - WSJBlake Griffin officially signs with Nets, reportedly for minimum salaryBrave Is Launching a Search Engine to Take On GoogleTesla to build large battery for Texas grid: Bloomberg News | Reuters

    10 min
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Daily top news stories, always waiting for you M-Th at 5pm ET. Short enough to learn something, long enough to walk your dog. Dodge the news and catch up with Jonni.

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  • Creator
    Top5 Media
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    183
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