CNN 5 Things Kyiv attacked, CDC & Fed firings, foreign student visa changes & more
Aug 28, 2025
The podcast dives into the heartbreaking aftermath of a Minneapolis school shooting, featuring a survivor's emotional account. It also highlights the harrowing impact of a deadly airstrike in Kyiv, emphasizing the struggle for resilience. In U.S. news, significant firings at the CDC and Federal Reserve raise eyebrows. Additionally, listeners learn about new visa regulations that could affect foreign students, all against the backdrop of evolving international relations.
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Children Caught In Church Shooting
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey linked the church shooting directly to gun access and renewed calls for stronger gun control.
- A fifth grader described hiding on a pew while a friend who shielded him was wounded, humanizing the toll on children.
Kyiv Strike Undermines Peace Prospects
- Russia launched a major aerial attack on Kyiv that killed civilians and damaged EU and British Council buildings.
- The strikes complicate diplomatic efforts and threaten prospects for talks, per U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg.
Personal Losses After Kyiv Bombing
- Survivors described homes reduced to dust and floors destroyed after the strikes on Kyiv.
- One person reported his wife missing and her phone unresponsive as families searched amid rubble.