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AP NewsCast 7 p.m. EDT

Oct 7, 2026 · 2m

Summary

This AP News episode covers the WHO's urgent request for details on a suspected pneumonic plague death at a Siberian lab, alongside reports of Russian strikes killing 25 in Ukraine and Houthi attacks on Saudi airports. The broadcast also highlights tensions in the West Bank and Gaza, noting the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks as a central theme in Israel's upcoming elections. Finally, the segment provides updates on MLB playoff games, including the Padres' win over the Brewers and the Dodgers' victory against the Braves.

Topics discussed

WHO presses Russia for details on Siberia lab worker death Russian strikes kill 25 in Ukraine; Houthi attacks on Saudi airports West Bank violence and Gaza strikes on Oct 7 anniversary Baseball playoffs: White Sox, Yankees, and election themes in Israel NLDS updates: Padres win Game 3, Dodgers beat Braves Sponsorship: Berkeley College and Teach Me Something podcast Sponsorship: Just Food for Dogs with Chelsea Handler
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