1pm ET, October 20 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
The White House is launching a $25 million program to reward tipsters who report government fraud, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth makes a secret visit to Israel amid heightened tensions and potential strikes on Iran. In the South China Sea, China accuses a U.S. warship of illegally entering disputed waters around Sabina Shoal. Additionally, voters in Alberta, Canada, overwhelmingly reject separation, and the Supreme Court prepares to hear a case regarding race-based admissions in Maryland middle schools.
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White House launches $25M fraud tipster program
Defense Secretary Hegseth visits Israel
US-China tensions in South China Sea
Alberta referendum on remaining in Canada
Supreme Court to hear race in school admissions
Wall Street trading update
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