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Oct 11, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now edition covers escalating Houthi missile attacks on Saudi airports, severe flooding and tornado warnings from post-tropical cyclones Isaias and Rachel, and Hurricane Simon’s impact on Mexico. The report also highlights election officials urging voters to mail ballots early due to USPS service changes, Pope Leo’s upcoming lung surgery, and a Justice Department investigation into five telecommunications companies.

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NPR News Now introduction Houthi missile attacks on Saudi airports Flooding and high winds from Hurricanes Isaias and Rachel Mail-in ballot risks due to USPS changes Pope Leo's lung surgery and travel plans DOJ investigation into telecommunications Christina Pike returned to hospital BetterHelp advertisement
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