1pm ET, October 22 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers U.S. and Israel preparing for a potential attack on Iran after November midterms, alongside market declines driven by Middle East tensions and AI stock concerns. A Harvard poll reveals a significant Democratic advantage among Gen Z voters, though overall youth turnout remains low. The episode also reports on rising deportation numbers, falling mortgage rates, and a Rhode Island gardener who grew the world’s first 3,000-pound pumpkin.
Topics discussed
US and Israel prepare for potential attack on Iran
Markets react to Middle East tensions and AI stock slump
Harvard poll shows Gen Z voters opposing Trump policies
Deportation stats and declining mortgage rates
Rhode Island gardener grows 3,000-pound pumpkin
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