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Sep 28, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Five men were arrested in Britain on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack on a US-used air base amid the conflict with Iran. A deadly nor'easter caused flooding and one death along the East Coast, while universities like Harvard introduce courses to help students manage AI anxiety. Gasoline prices hit record highs as the Trump administration prepares to release less stringent fuel economy standards. Additionally, two giant pandas arrived at the Atlanta Zoo following a diplomatic visit by President Xi, and Wall Street closed higher for the week.

Topics discussed

Five men arrested in UK for plotting attack on RAF base Northeaster causes flooding and one death on East Coast Universities launch courses to help cope with AI anxiety Gas prices hit record highs as Trump admin prepares new rules New fuel economy standards expected to be less stringent Two giant pandas arrive at Atlanta Zoo from China Wall Street closes higher as Dow adds 478 points Introduction to 'If You Can Keep It' politics series
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