4am ET, October 24 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers the escalation of Russian influence operations targeting U.S. midterm elections and the resulting disruption to Ukraine’s Starlink capabilities. The broadcast also examines record-high jet fuel prices driving up holiday airfares and reports on a magnitude 7 earthquake in Tibet that has killed at least 16 people. Additional segments include the Pentagon’s release of new UFO files, President Trump’s legal challenge regarding the Alaska Senate race, and the opening game of the World Series.
Topics discussed
Intro and University at Buffalo sponsorship
Russian influence operations targeting US elections
Ukraine Starlink issues and US sanctions debate
Record jet fuel prices and holiday airfares
Stock market close summary
Tibet earthquake search and rescue efforts
Pentagon releases new UFO sighting files
Alaska Senate lawsuit and World Series update
Dataiku Agent Management sponsorship
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