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Newsicle: October 6, 2026 (Episode #209)

Oct 6, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Host Lily covers Brazil’s presidential election heading to a runoff after Flavio Bolsonaro and Lula finish close. The episode also highlights a study revealing two Brazilian birds produce calls louder than jackhammers. Finally, it explores a mysterious ten-sided decagon recently spotted in Saturn’s south polar atmosphere.

Topics discussed

Introduction and episode overview Brazil's presidential election heads to runoff Study on the loudest bird calls in nature Mystery ten-sided shape found in Saturn's atmosphere Word of the day: Runoff Joke of the day and sign-off
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