4am ET, October 07 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR reports that U.S. bombers were withdrawn from a UK base due to fears of an Iranian drone attack, while Democrats expand their midterm election targets. The network also covers Cornell University’s appointment of former AG Sally Yates to investigate sexual assault handling, Krista Pike’s legal bid to preserve evidence from her failed execution, and new WHO guidelines for treating childhood obesity. Finally, the episode notes Lionel Messi’s retirement from international soccer.
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US bombers withdrawn from UK base over drone threat
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Cornell University sexual assault investigation
Krista Pike execution evidence preservation
WHO guidelines on childhood obesity treatment
Lionel Messi retires from international soccer
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