8am ET, October 13 | The latest headlines from NPR
Oct 13, 2026 · 4m
Summary
NPR News Now covers NATO’s military response to potential Russian aggression, with General Grinkowicz outlining a "theory of victory" to reassure allies. The report also details ongoing disputes over taxpayer-funded pro-Trump ads, Australia’s opposition to live-streaming a Fort Hood shooter’s execution, and Pope Leo’s hospitalization for lung surgery. Additionally, the episode addresses the temporary closure of nine Six Flags roller coasters following a fatal accident and the widespread power outages in Florida caused by Hurricane Isaias.
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NATO military leader outlines response to potential Russian attack
Trump campaigns in Alaska and plans for Arizona
NPR analysis: Government still funding pro-Trump ads
Australia opposes live streaming of Fort Hood shooter execution
Pope Leo undergoes lung surgery in Rome
Six Flags closes coasters after fatal incident in Georgia
Hurricane Isaias leaves 60,000 Florida customers without power
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