5pm ET, October 04 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
The new Supreme Court term kicks off with major cases on gun bans, immigration, and school funding. NPR analyzes the shifting political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterms, where Democrats are favored to gain control. The report also covers an investigation into a lone-wolf attack on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight and German Chancellor Merz’s surprise visit to Kyiv to announce new aid for Ukraine. Finally, the segment notes "Avengers: Endgame" reclaiming the box office record and the return of Czar Samuel’s remains to Bulgaria.
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Supreme Court term: gun ban and other cases
2026 midterm elections: Democrats favored
Investigation into Dubai-Tel Aviv plane attack
German Chancellor visits Kyiv with aid package
Avengers: Endgame reclaims box office record
Bulgaria receives remains of Czar Samuel
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