3pm ET, October 22 | The latest headlines from NPR
Oct 22, 2026 · 4m
Summary
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine urges Vivek Ramaswamy to remove an attack ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother. The UN Secretary-General warns of an "El Nino of war" as the US and Israel plan potential strikes on Iran. Virginia State Senator Lily Louise Lucas faces federal racketeering charges tied to a family marijuana business. Additionally, a looks-maxing influencer pleads not guilty to rape, and new data reveals employer health insurance costs rose 5% this year.
Topics discussed
Ohio Governor DeWine criticizes Ramaswamy attack ad
US and Israel plan potential post-midterm attack on Iran
UN Secretary General warns of 'El Nino of war' and global impact
Virginia Senator indicted in marijuana racketeering case
Influencer Clavicular pleads not guilty to rape charges
Survey shows employer health insurance costs rising
Quest Diagnostics reveals cyberattack on patient records
Stock market update: Nasdaq drops 760 points
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