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Oct 30, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers the firing of Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia, President Trump's shift to tele-rallies for midterms, and the emergence of H1N1 flu in the South and West. The broadcast also reports on the death of actor Patrick Stewart, Erin Patterson's failed appeal in the "Mushroom Murderer" case, and Netanyahu's accusations of voter fraud. Additionally, a new study highlights how mink shearwaters experience jet lag, affecting their navigation after crossing time zones.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Capital One Venture X Card Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia fired by Pentagon Trump switches to tele-rallies for midterms Flu season update and new mRNA vaccine Actor Patrick Stewart dies at age 86 Mushroom Murderer Erin Patterson appeal rejected Netanyahu accused of demonizing Arab population Study finds birds experience jet lag Sponsor: Avalara Aviator
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