NPR News: 09-29-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
The Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate, establishing federal rules for athlete earnings and transfers. Supreme Court Justice Alito recused himself from a climate case involving Exxon and Suncor. Hurricane Polo struck Mexico, while a Myanmar airstrike killed 35 in a market. Additionally, two Navy aviators ejected off Virginia, and calypso legend Mighty Sparrow died at 91.
Topics discussed
Senate passes Protect College Sports Act
Justice Alito recuses from climate case
Details on Alito's financial disclosures
Watchdog groups support Alito's recusal
Hurricane Polo hits Mexico's Baja peninsula
Myanmar airstrike kills 35 in market
Context on Myanmar civil war casualties
Navy aviators eject off Virginia coast
Suspects released on bail near US base
Calypso King Mighty Sparrow dies at 91
Mighty Sparrow's legacy and cultural impact
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