10pm ET, October 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
Maine Senator Susan Collins distanced herself from President Trump during a debate, criticizing the Iran war as Democrats target her seat. The Walt Disney Company sued the FCC, arguing that license reviews of its ABC stations violate First Amendment rights amid political pressure. Additionally, the U.S. moved bombers from a UK base due to drone threats, while experts urge early flu shots after an unusually early season began. Other news includes Canada's political tensions, Russia's denial of a plague outbreak, and rare NFL referee suspensions.
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Maine Senate debate: Collins vs. Jackson
Disney sues Trump admin over ABC station licenses
US bombers moved from UK base due to drone threats
Early start to flu season and new variant
US stock market hits new all-time high
Canada: Quebec independence and Alberta secession vote
Russia denies plague outbreak after lab worker death
NFL suspends two officials for inappropriate conduct
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