4pm ET, October 24 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
This episode covers major news including protests in France over cost of living and school conditions, with the far-right party launching its campaign ahead of upcoming elections. It also reports on the U.S. midterm election race, featuring President Trump and former President Obama campaigning, independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana, and Russian efforts to influence voters through disinformation.
Topics discussed
Sponsor and show introduction
France protests over cost of living and far-right rise
Midterm campaigns: Trump, Obama, and independent candidates
Russian interference in US midterm elections
Storms and power outages in the Four Corners region
Rising costs of childcare for US families
Driverless trains in US transit systems
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