Stay informed about today's news: Wealthy individuals' lifestyles, Economy of living in the moment, Preventing theft in stores.
👋 Hello! A while back, many people were eagerly spending money on expensive gadgets like fancy TVs, Peloton bikes, and fancy booze. The saying "You only live once" seemed to be the mantra. However, the days of lavish spending are coming to an end. Nicole Goodkind examines why this might be the case.
Here's what else you might have overlooked while going about your day:
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- The uber-rich: These 1%ers don't need rental cars. Instead, they bring their luxurious toys on vacation and don't even bat an eyelid at the cost. Meet the guy who transports their luxury cars around the globe.
- Searing heat: A scorching heat dome is setting temperatures soaring dangerously high in California and the west in the region's first major heatwave this year. Find out when the peak temperatures are expected. Plus: Ways to stay cool without AC
- Shoplifting prevention: Hourly retail security workers at TJ Maxx and Marshalls now wear police-like body cameras to prevent shoplifting. However, criminologists argue this strategy may not be very effective in stopping thieves.
- Media disorder: The male-centric sports media machine is struggling to come to terms with Caitlin Clark, a superstar WNBA rookie. It's like they're trying to pretend the WNBA didn't exist for all these years until she arrived. Allison Morrow examines why it's all getting rather messy.
- Airfog conundrum: What causes the mist or fog inside an airplane cabin? It's a situation you may be familiar with if you've ever boarded a plane on a humid day, but there's a simple explanation.
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😅 Comical expressions: Tennessee Rep. John Rose was speaking against former President Donald Trump's historic conviction on the House floor. Then his son grabbed all the attention.
Top headlines
- Hunter Biden's ex-wife and ex-girlfriend testify about his drug use in federal gun trial
- Israel phasing out use of desert detention camp after CNN investigation reveals abuses
- Record producer and singer-songwriter The-Dream is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a new lawsuit
Explore this
🌍 Vertigo-inducing heights: A new "floating" staircase in Norway promises striking views and definitely unforgettable sensations — if you have the stomach for it. The 131-foot-long stairway, called the "Stigull" ladder, hangs out 2,591 feet above a Norwegian fjord in a small village. Would you dare to try it?
Brain teaser
Mexico has just elected its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum. What continent leads in having women serve as heads of state or government?A. AfricaB. AmericasC. AsiaD. Europe⬇️ Check below for the answer.
Wellness
💊 Male birth control: It seems like forever, but researchers say they're finally making strides in developing a long-acting and reversible birth control option for men. But this method won't come in the form of pills.
Good vibes
😎 Let's end on a high note: A Black medic was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross posthumously, the second-highest military award. Lawmakers and the family of Army medic Cpl. Waverly Woodson Jr. say he wasn't previously recognized because of his race. They believe this honor could pave the way for him to receive the Medal of Honor.
See you later
👋 We'll be back tomorrow.💬 What did you think of today's 5 Things PM? Is there anything we didn't cover? Email us: [email protected]⬇️ The answer to the quiz is D. Europe has the most countries with women serving as heads of state or government, numbering 11.
5 Things PM is produced by CNN's Tricia Escobedo, Kimberly Richardson, and Dan Wine.
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Us consumers might be shifting away from excessive spending, prompting a decline in luxury car transportation services. Additionally, retail stores are experimenting with new ways to prevent shoplifting, such as using body cameras for security guards, despite debates over their effectiveness.
