5pm ET, October 25 | The latest headlines from NPR
Oct 25, 2026 · 4m
Summary
NPR News Now covers the final week of U.S. midterm elections, featuring President Trump's rally in Michigan and Barack Obama's campaign stop for a Democratic Senate candidate. The broadcast also reports on Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's return to her country and the U.S. grappling with a severe measles resurgence, particularly in Pennsylvania. Additionally, the episode highlights Israel's upcoming national election and a new analysis revealing that Americans now take twice as long to save for a starter home compared to seven years ago.
Topics discussed
NPR News Now introduction
Midterm election campaigning in Michigan
Trump and Obama rallies in Michigan
Venezuelan opposition leader returns home
Political implications of Machado's return
US measles resurgence overview
Measles cases and deaths in Pennsylvania
National measles statistics and vaccination status
Israel national election and Netanyahu
Rising costs of saving for a starter home
Savings timelines for different income groups
NY Catholic Archdiocese abuse settlement
BetterHelp sponsorship segment
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