7am ET, October 23 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers a deadly attack in the West Bank that prompted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to order preparations for a full closure of the territory. The report also highlights the surge in early voting across the United States, noting that Democrats and voters of color are turning out at higher rates. Additionally, the segment discusses a slight dip in mortgage rates, a new Justice Department probe into Corey Lewandowski, and research showing that crows make decisions faster than humans.
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Sponsorship and show introduction
Israeli soldiers kill two attackers in West Bank
Trump campaign swing and early voting trends
Demographic breakdown of early voters
Mortgage rates dip slightly but remain high
DOJ probe into Corey Lewandowski
Research on crow decision-making speed
Typhoon Shampi hits Taiwan
Sponsorship and closing remarks
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