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Oct 18, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Pope Leo Leo made his first public appearance since lung cancer surgery, promising to resume duties gradually. Canadian officials reported fatalities and injuries in a serious incident at an Alberta military base. In California, the Norte Fire reached 25% containment, lifting evacuation zones in San Juan Capistrano. President Trump continued his midterm campaign swing in Kentucky, while NPR highlighted upcoming voter registration deadlines. Finally, a report alleged Trump's pharmaceutical stock holdings surged significantly during his second term.

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Sponsor: Capital One Venture X-Card Pope Leo's first public appearance after lung surgery Fatalities and injuries in Alberta military base incident Norte Fire in San Juan Capistrano reaches 25% containment President Trump's multi-state rally for midterm candidates Upcoming voter registration deadlines for midterm elections Report on Trump's pharmaceutical stock holdings growth Sponsor: Schwab investing services
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