5 Things to Know This Morning

Oct. 10, 2013— -- Your look at the five biggest and most buzz-worthy stories of the morning.

1. Kidnapped Libyan Prime Minister Released
Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zidan was released hours after the government said he was kidnapped earlier in the day by gunmen from a hotel in Tripoli where he resides.

2. Obama, GOP Expected to Meet Today
President Obama is meeting with Congressional Republicans today to discuss ending the government shutdown and solutions for the debt ceiling.

3. Admiral Fired as No. 2 Nuclear Commander
Vice Admiral Tim Giardina, the No. 2 officer at U.S. Strategic Command, has been relieved of command by President Obama because of a "loss of confidence" in his abilities to carry out his post.

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4. Dreamliner Flight Diverted Back to San Diego
A possible de-icing problem forced a Boeing 787 Dreamliner headed to Tokyo to turn back to San Diego.

5. Jonas Brothers Cancel Tour Because of 'A Creative Rift'
The Jonas Brothers cancelled a 19-day tour--their rep citing a "creative rift in the band" as the reason.