5件需知的5月29日大事：火箭爆炸、潜在协议、通胀、夏威夷搜捕、250美元钞票

5 things to know for May 29: Rocket explodes, Potential deal, Inflation, Hawaii manhunt, $250 bill

May 29, 2026, 7:19 AM ET / CNN

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1️⃣ Rocket explodes

A Blue Origin rocket erupted in a fireball on Thursday during a ground test in Cape Canaveral, Florida, creating a dramatic setback for Jeff Bezos’ space company. No one was injured, the company said, and investigators are working to determine what caused the “anomaly,” or mishap. It’s unclear how the incident will impact Blue Origin’s future lunar ambitions. Read more.

WATCH:See the explosion on the launchpad

2️⃣ Potential deal

The US and Iran reached a tentative agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz and start nuclear talks, according to US officials on Thursday. President Donald Trump still needs to give his approval, though, and the situation in the region remains tense. Read more.

LATEST:A key sticking point in negotiations to end the Iran war

3️⃣ Inflation

Elevated gas prices pushed inflation up again last month, according to a new report. As inflation is at a three-year high, US households are also saving at their lowest rate in years, underscoring the growing financial pressure on consumers. Read more.

MORE:The US’ pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast

4️⃣ Hawaii manhunt

A manhunt in Hawaii ended on Thursday with the arrest of a 36-year-old suspect in the killings of three elderly men, police said. The suspect was found hiding in a cave – nearly three days after the first victim was discovered. Read more.

5️⃣ $250 bill

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is planning to potentially print a commemorative $250 bill with the image of President Donald Trump to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary. But US law generally prohibits living people from appearing on currency, meaning any exception would require congressional approval — and there’s no indication it would pass. Read more.

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Quiz time

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• C. Basketball
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Conan O’Brien jokes he, too, is suing Harvard in commencement speech

In his commencement speech at Harvard University, comedian Conan O’Brien joked about suing his alma mater, referencing the Trump administration’s nearly year-long battle with the university over federal funding and its lawsuits against the institution.

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▶️ A graduation laugh

At Harvard University’s graduation ceremony, comedian Conan O’Brien delivered a commencement speech packed with jokes — including one about suing his alma mater.

Today’s edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN’s Lauren Kent.