Hostage handover dispute, federal layoffs blocked, Nutcracker Man discovery & more
Podcast: CNN 5 ThingsPublished On: Wed Oct 15 2025
Description: A ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza is facing a serious test. A federal judge is pumping the brakes on layoffs during the government shutdown. The defense secretary’s new policy is getting pushback from journalists. President Donald Trump is taking a victory lap over what he calls a nationwide crime crackdown. Plus, what researchers unearthed from early humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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