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Yemen Moves to Retake Houthi Areas, Russian Attack Threats, More

Oct 4, 2026 · 5m

Summary

This episode covers Yemen's launch of a full-scale military campaign against the Houthis and Russia's vow to intensify attacks on Ukraine following Chancellor Mertz's visit and $1.5 billion aid package. Domestically, President Trump rallies Ohio voters amid layoffs and pledges new investments, while also pushing for permanent daylight saving time and establishing an AI risk task force. The report further details OPEC+ holding oil production steady, Federal Reserve rate expectations, the discovery of debris from a missing air ambulance, and Brazil's high-stakes presidential election.

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Sponsor: PayPal Pay Later and show intro Yemen's government launches military bid against Houthis Russia vows to intensify attacks on Ukraine; Mertz visit Trump rallies in Ohio; push for permanent daylight saving White House AI task force and expert commentary OPEC+ holds oil quotas; G7 reserves and diesel prices Fed rate outlook and consumer sentiment preview Coast Guard finds debris from missing air ambulance Cornell University responds to gang rape case Brazil heads to polls for presidential election Avengers Endgame reclaims top box office spot Sponsor: PayPal Checkout and Pay Later Sponsor: Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business Amex Sponsor: MasterCard cybersecurity for small business
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