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Oct 25, 2026 · 4m

Summary

With a week remaining until the midterm elections, former President Obama and President Trump are actively campaigning, with Trump predicting a Republican sweep despite his declining approval ratings. Health officials are urging expanded lung cancer screenings for non-smokers, while the Archdiocese of New York has agreed to an $800 million settlement for clergy abuse claims. In sports, the Milwaukee Brewers took a two-games-to-none lead in the World Series after a dramatic comeback victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Sponsor: Google Workspace with Gemini NPR News Now introduction Midterm election campaign trail: Obama and Trump rallies Polling analysis: Trump approval and competitive House races Health: New guidelines for lung cancer screening Legal: $800M settlement for NY Archdiocese abuse claims Sports: Brewers take 2-0 lead in World Series Sponsor: HomeServe home protection plans
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