8am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers France’s unrest, with President Macron distinguishing delinquents from protesters while his PM proposes curfews. The report details Iran’s appointment of a new defense minister to rebuild its military following U.S. and Israeli strikes that killed Supreme Leader Khamenei. Additionally, the episode highlights President Trump’s midterm campaign stops, a shooting incident involving a National Guard member in D.C., and the passing of longtime host Noah Adams.
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France unrest and curfew requests
Iran appoints new defense minister
Trump campaign stops and DC shooting
Death of NPR host Noah Adams
Canada base fire and Pope Leo update
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