2pm ET, October 27 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers the latest midterm election polling, noting Democrats' strong position for the House but a toss-up Senate. The report also details Israeli elections, highlighting Palestinian prisoners' hopes for the ouster of far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Additionally, the segment addresses leadership turmoil at the CDC following the departure of its chief medical officer, rising consumer confidence despite cost-of-living concerns, and the modernization of a damaged Ukrainian radio telescope. Finally, it reports on the record-breaking $47.3 million sale of a Nanotyrannus fossil.
Topics discussed
NPR/PBS NewsHour poll on midterm election outlook
Israeli election and Palestinian prisoners' protest cake
CDC chief medical officer steps down amid turmoil
Consumer confidence rises as gas prices ease
Ukrainian radio telescope damaged but being upgraded
Nanotyrannus fossil sells for record $47.3 million
Sunday Story: Midwesterners' anger over cost of living
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