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👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Catch the flight, not the feeling. A New Zealand airport has introduced a hug period with a new sign, adding “Please use car park for departure.” Some are outraged by curfews on hugs.

Here's what else you might have missed in your busy day:

1️⃣ End of an era: The last full-size Kmart in the mainland United States closed its doors over the weekend, joining the ranks of iconic chains like Toys “R” Us and RadioShack that have ended up in the retailer's graveyard in recent years. Shoppers bid farewell to the last outpost of the once-beloved “main resort”.

2️⃣ Reduce your risk by: Men also get breast cancer. But it can be misdiagnosed or overlooked because it is so rare. Early detection can be lifesaving, so here's what a doctor wants you to know.

3️⃣ Data Privacy: X has unveiled its new Terms of Service. From next month, by continuing to use the platform, users agree that X can use their data to train its AI models. Why creators embrace change.

4️⃣ Europe's Secret Seasons: Summer can be the most popular time to travel to Europe. But if you avoid the pack, you'll find fewer crowds, much more comfortable temperatures, and cheaper airfare and lodging. Plan your next trip now.

5️⃣ Taste for Carbohydrates: Do people always want potatoes, pasta, rice or bread? In a new study, scientists have identified the origins of our long love affair with starch, providing the first genetic evidence for an early carbohydrate diet.

🚐 Reversed Feelings: Volkswagen's new electric van will feel like a trip back in time for those who grew up with the original gas-powered vehicle. But is it worth $60,000? CNN takes it for a test drive.

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