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Oct 30, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers Israel's election results, where neither Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition secured a majority, triggering complex coalition negotiations. The report also details escalating Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and the Justice Department's grand jury subpoenas for Los Angeles election workers. Additional segments address President Trump's shift to phone-in rallies for midterms, a $6 billion hack at Binance, and the rising cost of Halloween candy due to cocoa shortages.

Topics discussed

Israel election results and coalition negotiations Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz DOJ subpoenas for Los Angeles election workers Trump campaign rally plans adjusted for midterms Binance suspends withdrawals after $6B theft Rising costs of candy and chocolate before Halloween Sponsor message from Cure Alzheimer's Fund
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