9am ET, October 31 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers a volatile week in markets driven by AI doubts and a strong GDP report, alongside the first-ever U.S. presidential vote cast by Pope Leo. The broadcast also reports on the charging of an ICE agent in Houston, U.S. approval for Ukraine's Patriot missile purchase, and rising Halloween candy costs due to cocoa shortages. Additionally, it features the first public statement from Krista Pike following her botched execution in Tennessee.
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Stock market decline and AI investment trends
ICE agent charged with aggravated assault
Victim advocate demands justice for ICE incident
Pope Leo votes in US general election
US approves sale of Patriot interceptors to Ukraine
Rising costs of Halloween candy and chocolate
Krista Pike speaks after botched execution
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