NPR News: 10-01-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the failed execution of Krista Gale Pike in Tennessee, the emergency landing of a Fly Dubai flight after a pilot was stabbed, and Senate hearings on AI safety regulation. It also reports on the FTC investigating AI companies, Arizona State University placing its head hockey coach on leave following a student's fatal heat stroke, and weather updates regarding Hurricane Polo's remnants and the formation of Hurricane Rachel.
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Sponsor: Charles Schwab
Tennessee execution of Krista Gale Pike fails
Fly Dubai pilot stabbing and emergency landing
Senate hearing on AI safety and regulation
FTC investigation into AI companies
ASU hockey coach placed on leave after heat stroke
Weather updates and stock market summary
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