CNN 5 Things Ceasefire deal signed, Alaska typhoon, OpenAI’s power move & more
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Oct 13, 2025 A ceasefire deal in Egypt stirs conversations about the Middle East, while a government shutdown looms as House Speaker Mike Johnson issues a stark warning. In a significant shakeup, the Justice Department sees key personnel changes that may impact ongoing cases. Alaska faces devastation from Typhoon Halong, with reports of rescues and missing persons amid severe weather. Meanwhile, OpenAI announces a groundbreaking partnership to develop custom AI chips, highlighting the increasing power demands of artificial intelligence.
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Ceasefire Deal Brings Hostage Exchanges
- A Gaza ceasefire deal was signed in Egypt with world leaders, and President Trump declared the war over.
- The agreement included hostage releases and prisoner exchanges but questions remain about returning all deceased hostages' remains.
Prioritize Short-Term Funding To End Shutdown
- Avoid prolonged shutdowns by negotiating pragmatic short-term funding measures to reopen government services.
- Lawmakers should separate urgent funding from broader policy fights to restore pay and services quickly.
DOJ Office Sees Politically Driven Turnover
- The Justice Department's Eastern District of Virginia is experiencing rapid personnel turnover tied to politically sensitive prosecutions.
- New leadership appears to be reshuffling prosecutors perceived as unsupportive of high-profile cases.