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Nov 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers the latest headlines, including Mary Peltola’s lawsuit over rejected Alaska absentee ballots and a new report on persistent inflation despite strong economic growth. It also details a deadly car attack in Krakow, Poland, where a suspect killed six people before being arrested. Additionally, the broadcast reports on power outages in Ukraine following Russian strikes and a magnitude 5.7 earthquake in central Japan that injured at least 22 people.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Thumbtack Alaska election: Peltola lawsuit and vote count Economic report: Growth vs. inflation concerns Krakow attack: Suspect arrested, family found Ukraine: Power outages after Russian attacks Japan: Earthquake in Shizuoka and fault risks Pope Leo: Visit to Uruguay and Argentina Sponsor: Open Door
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