Stay informed on today's news: Intersection of grief and AI, dwindling Social Security funds, and the advantages of olive oil
👋 Hi! Welcome to the evening edition of 5 Things PM. Here's something that may surprise you: a regular staple in the Mediterranean diet could potentially reduce your chances of dying from dementia. Researchers at Harvard University discovered that consuming olive oil daily can lower the risk by 28% compared to those who rarely eat it.
Here's what else you might've missed during your day:
5 things
1️⃣ Grieving: Griefers are utilizing artificial intelligence to simulate the personalities and behaviors of deceased family members. This has sparked ethical dilemmas and discussions on how it effects the process of grieving.
2️⃣ Money Woes: The cost of Social Security benefits is projected to deplete in 2035, requiring Congress to take action sooner than expected.
3️⃣ Medical Miracle: A groundbreaking gene therapy treatment has been successful in restoring some vision in patients with an inherited form of blindness.
4️⃣ The Met Gala: New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art is hosting the glitziest night in fashion. Learn more about what's happening and who's being banned (or avoiding the event).
5️⃣ Stay Safe: A question posed to women regarding the potential danger of being alone in the woods elicited some thought-provoking responses and raised conversations about violence.
Must-See
☀️ Sink or Swim: A US team's boat overturned during training in Bermuda, leaving the crew members injured but not seriously harmed.
Editor's highlights
📰 Here are today's top news stories:
- It's a ceasefire! Hamas expresses agreement to a proposal from Egypt and Qatar to halt hostilities.
- Legal Troubles: A judge rules that Trump violated court orders and he may be sent to jail.
- Soldier in Trouble: A US military personnel has been arrested in Russia for alleged theft.
Record Breaker
🍞 French bakers claim they've baked the world's longest baguette, reaching a whopping 461 feet. Some was donated to the homeless and the rest went to the public.
One To Four
💵 Consumers are feeling the pressure from two years of inflation and certain retailers are lowering prices to attract customers.
Brain Teaser
🎤 Madonna hosted a surprise concert for an estimated 1.6 million individuals over the weekend in which city?A. TokyoB. LondonC. Mexico CityD. Rio de Janeiro
Tomorrow's Agenda
📅 Tonight, Boeing is scheduled to launch its Starliner with two astronauts on board, marking the start of its first crewed mission.
Feel Good Story
☀️ An inspirational tale: After a 2013 stroke that left him unable to walk or speak, country singer Randy Travis has released a new song, aided by artificial intelligence.
Bye For Now
👋 See you tomorrow! Hit reply and share your thoughts on what you'd like to see in our five things email. Email: [email protected].🧠 Congratulations, the answer to our Quiz question is D. Madonna preformed at Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach for her "Celebration" world tour's end.
- 5 Things PM is crafted by CNN's Tricia Escobedo, Meghan Pryce & Kimberly Richardson.
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- Precautionary arrests show Islamist terror threat
- UN vote urges Israel to ceasefire
- SPD rules out budget resolution before the end of the year
Source: edition.cnn.com
