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AP NewsCast 2pm EDT

Oct 2, 2026 · 2m

Summary

This AP News briefing covers a weak jobs report, with White House advisor Kevin Hassid noting recent volatility. It reports that G7 nations are releasing oil reserves amid soaring prices and that the Kennedy Center Honors will move to Capital One Arena due to the venue’s closure. Sports news includes CBS Sports parting ways with Tony Romo and the Portland Trail Blazers firing a broadcaster. The segment concludes with health experts urging viewers to get flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines in October to reduce the risk of severe illness.

Topics discussed

Job market update and G7 oil reserve release Kennedy Center Honors venue change and name dispute Sports news: Tony Romo and Braden Bell departures Mississippi fentanyl charges and Wall Street stocks Flu, RSV, and COVID vaccination recommendations
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