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AP NewsCast 7 p.m. EDT

Oct 8, 2026 · 2m

Summary

The USS Lincoln returned to San Diego after a record 265-day deployment marked by supply shortages and mental health concerns. President Trump stated U.S. forces will not resume strikes on Iran before the midterms, while Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for explosions in Riyadh that caused flight cancellations. In Ukraine, Russian missile strikes killed 22 people amid reports of troop shortages. Additionally, MLB postseason updates covered the White Sox-Guardians series and a proposal to shorten the regular season to 154 games.

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Intro: AP News and Ben Thomas USS Lincoln returns to San Diego after record deployment Sailors reunite with families; fathers meet newborns Trump delays Iran strikes; Riyadh airport blasts reported Ukraine troop shortages and Russian missile attack Krista Pike recovery and Hurricane Isaias update MLB Postseason: White Sox vs. Guardians Game 4 ALCS and NLCS matchups confirmed MLB proposes shorter season and longer division series
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