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👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Many young American voters have little trust in Congress or the presidency. The new poll also found that more than a third of Gen Z adults said they lack trust in big tech companies, the news, the criminal justice system and police.
Here’s what else you may have missed during your busy day:
1️⃣ Hyperactive Star: An object discovered with the help of citizen scientists is moving through the Milky Way so fast that it could escape the galaxy’s gravity and reach intergalactic space. Experts say it is likely a very low-mass star, hurtling along at a speed of about 2.1 million kilometers per hour.
2️⃣ Unhealthy diet: Nearly two-thirds of baby food sold in supermarkets in the US contains far too much sugar and salt and misleading advertising claims, a new study has found. Almost None of them met the World Health Organization’s standards for advertising, which require clear ingredient labeling and accurate health information.
3️⃣ Photo session: A small town in Japan that faced heavy criticism for its controversial move to block the view of Mount Fuji has quietly reversed its decision. Fujikawaguchiko had put up a large black net several months ago because it was overrun by tourists taking photos of the majestic mountain.
4️⃣ EV strategy: Ford is making big changes to its electric vehicle plans, focusing on hybrids and affordability. The automaker said customers are increasingly price-conscious and concerned about range.
5️⃣ Proud dads: Two male flamingos named Arthur and Curtis have successfully hatched an egg at a zoo in the UK. The chick is almost a month old and appears to be thriving – take a look for yourself.
🚀 Failed start: A rocket exploded during a test launch at the Saxavord spaceport on the Shetland Islands in Scotland. Authorities said no one was injured.
See the moment the rocket explodes during the test
• Walz takes center stage on the third day of the Democratic National Convention
• 5 bodies found during search for missing people on sunken superyacht
• Kennedy is expected to end his campaign on Friday, in talks to support Trump
🐕 Last request: Alain Delon’s family is refusing to euthanize his beloved Belgian shepherd, next to whom the French actor wanted to be buried. The legendary film star just died at the age of 88.
🦞 Luxurious lobsters: In addition to their reputation as an expensive culinary delicacy, the crustaceans have also carved out a niche as a symbol of wealth in art and fashion.
💰 This is the percentage of U.S. households at risk of financial distress if they retire at 65, according to a recent analysis.
😷 Covid concerns: A new study found the disease is linked to a higher risk of depression, anxiety, PTSD and other ailments – with the unvaccinated being hit the hardest.
🏈 Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa recently called his former coach Brian Flores a “terrible person.” Which NFL team is Flores currently the defensive coordinator for?
A. Seattle Seahawks
B. Pittsburgh Steelers
C. Washington Commanders
D. Minnesota Vikings
⬇️ Scroll down for the answer.
😎 We would like to end this on a positive note: It was the trip of a lifetime – but not the vacation John Nears had imagined. His late wife had planned it, but Nears struggled with whether to travel without her. When he finally did, his life changed forever after a chance encounter.
👋 See you tomorrow.
🧠 Quiz answer: D. Flores, a former Dolphins head coach who now coaches the Vikings, responded to Tagovailoa’s comments by saying he wants to “grow” from them.
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“5 Things PM” is produced by CNN’s Tricia Escobedo, Meghan Pryce and Kimberly Richardson.
