An early winter forecast, sandy rescue, mushroom murderer: Catch up on the day’s stories

By Gina Park, CNN

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1️⃣ Winter forecast

A burgeoning Super El Niño will upend winter weather across the US. CNN’s Mary Gilbert breaks down who will feel its effects the most.

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2️⃣ Legal battle

A California couple sought to terminate a pregnancy after their unborn baby was diagnosed with a rare heart condition. Weeks later, their surrogate gave birth in Texas, igniting a fight over parental rights.

3️⃣ Fatal meal

Beef Wellington, toxic mushrooms and three unsuspecting lunch guests — one of Australia’s most high-profile murder cases is back in court for a possible retrial.

4️⃣ Hit the brakes

If your knees ache on the way down a flight of stairs but not on the way up, your body’s braking system is likely undertrained. Taking time to slow down your movements can reduce stress on your joints.

5️⃣ Bronze Age masterpiece

Hidden in Kyrgyzstan’s mountains for centuries, this sprawling collection of ancient rock art offers a glimpse into a vanished world.

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🏖️ Summer scare: First responders and beachgoers in Massachusetts sprang into action after an 18-year-old became trapped under several feet of sand while building a sandcastle. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Top headlines

• FBI raids former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s home, seizes devices in probe tied to sexual assault claims
• Analysis: Alaska was a trial run for Democrats’ Senate majority hopes. How did it go?
• Aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East to relieve strain on USS Abraham Lincoln

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💅 Timeless style: From a golden chain mail gown to leopard-print fringe, Grammy winner Olivia Dean has dazzled her fans with a number of looks that call back to the golden days of diva dressing.

For CNN subscribers

• Georgia GOP candidate and immigration hardliner faces an immigration scandal of his own
• How an icy shipping route at the top of the world is bringing China and Russia together
• A Mangione supporter’s response to his guilty plea

Quiz time

📱 Which AI company is launching a new chatbot experience designed specifically for teenagers?

A. Anthropic

B. Meta

C. OpenAI

D. xAI

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🧠 Quiz answer: C. OpenAI is rolling out a new “ChatGPT for Teens” experience that it says will provide additional safety protections for younger users.

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Today’s edition of 5 Things PM was edited and produced by CNN’s Kimberly Richardson and Chris Good.