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Oct 27, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers the latest midterm election polls, which suggest Democrats are likely to win the House while the Senate remains a toss-up. The report also highlights Israel's upcoming election, focusing on the potential ouster of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Palestinian prisoners' reactions to his tenure. Additionally, the segment addresses leadership changes at the CDC, a rise in consumer confidence, plans to upgrade a damaged Ukrainian radio telescope, and the record-breaking $47.3 million sale of a Nanotyrannus fossil.

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NPR/PBS News Midterm Election Polling Israeli Election and Palestinian Prisoners CDC Chief Medical Officer Resignation Consumer Confidence Rises Amid Cost of Living Ukrainian Radio Telescope Damaged in War Nanotyrannus Fossil Sold for $47.3 Million Sunday Story: Midwesterners and Food Prices
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