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Oct 26, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers Israel’s military offensive in Hebron ahead of elections, Brazil’s presidential election victory for Lula da Silva, and the recovery of Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola following a car crash. It also reports on President Trump’s campaign stops, Anthropic’s preparation for an IPO, and a new analysis on why student attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels.

Topics discussed

Israel's military raid in the West Bank ahead of elections Lula wins Brazilian presidential election; Bolsonaro disputes result Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola recovers from car crash Trump and Obama campaign in key swing states Anthropic prepares for initial public offering Student attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels Flood warnings persist in the Four Corners region Sponsor segment for Thumbtack
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