12pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers violent protests in France over cost-of-living issues, which resulted in significant property damage. It also reports on Ukraine's investigation into sudden Starshield speed restrictions and ongoing drone attacks on Russia. Additionally, the broadcast details a deadly truck attack at a youth sports complex in Wichita, Kansas, a major fire at a Canadian military base, and the spread of an Ebola outbreak to Kenya.
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Violent protests and looting in France
Ukraine investigates Starshield speed restrictions
Truck plows into crowd in Wichita, Kansas
Major fire at military base in Alberta, Canada
Ebola outbreak spreads to eighth province in Congo
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