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Hello there, and welcome to 5 Things PM! Nothing screams Memorial Day weekend more than the beach, and Hawaii takes the crown for having some of the best - with Duke Kahanamoku Beach on the island of Oahu ranking as one of the top 10 in the US. Have a peek to see if your favorite made the list.
Here's what you might have missed during your hectic day:
5 things
1️⃣ Stormy skies ahead: The official start of Atlantic hurricane season is almost here, and it's expected to be quite active with between 17 and 25 named storms. Experts discuss why this season could be even more dangerous for the Gulf Coast.
2️⃣ Royal artwork: A new portrait of Catherine, Princess of Wales has sparked quite a debate online. Some folks are criticizing the work for its representation of the future British Queen, calling it "intolerably bad" and "disrespectful." What's your take?
3️⃣ Controversial words: Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes came to the defense of his teammate Harrison Butker, who spoke at a graduation ceremony and shared opinions that have raised eyebrows and backlash.
4️⃣ Star Wars hotel fiasco: In 2023, Disney closed a high-profile luxury "Star Wars" hotel. For superfans, it was a time of high drama. A 4-hour-long YouTube video has gone viral, sharing details about the failed concept.
5️⃣ Time-traveling memory: The ability to remember things that happened to you in the past, and the way you can recall small, incidental details, is a hallmark of what psychologists call episodic memory. New research suggests that humans may have this ability in common with some birds.
Watch this
👀 Little luxury: "Who wants to go to the Four Seasons Orlando?" A 1-year-old's response to that question turned viral, leaving her parents astounded by the millions of TikTok views.
Top headlines
- Louisville police share videos of Scottie Scheffler's arrest and discipline detective for not activating body-worn camera
- Trump is vowing to deport millions. These employers are suggesting a different approach.
- Analysis: It seems someone tried to steal Graceland.
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📸 Strong bond: At an outpost in Afghanistan in 2008, two soldiers appear to be fighting — each other. It's actually a play fight, with one of them getting their comrade in a headlock and forcing a kiss on the cheek. Here's how late photographer Tim Hetherington captured that moment.
Listen in
🎧 Tech-less lessons: What happens when schools remove smartphones from classrooms? CNN's Audie Cornish digs in and learns that some schools around the US are taking this approach.
Your well-being
🌭 Unhealthy choice: While you might be sticking to a diet, adding even just a few ultraprocessed foods may increase your risk of cognitive decline and stroke, a new study warns.
Spread smiles
✈️ We aim to end on a positive note: Captain Theresa Claiborne was the first Black woman to fly for the US Air Force. Now, this trailblazing pilot is retiring from United Airlines after her last flight. Although she's excited about "closing that one chapter and starting another," she still hopes to make a difference in the industry.
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- Given that the US has some of the best beach destinations, it would be interesting to see if Hawaii's Duke Kahanamoku Beach makes it to the top 10 in the country.
- The controversial remarks made by Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes during a graduation ceremony have sparked discussions among US sports enthusiasts, including members of their team such as us.
Source: edition.cnn.com
