NPR News: 10-01-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers a fatal stabbing on an Israeli flight that led to an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, alongside the Supreme Court's reversal of a stay on a death row inmate's execution. It also features Senate hearings on AI safety, where experts warn that voluntary commitments may be insufficient to control rapidly advancing systems, and the FTC's new investigation into AI companies. Additionally, the report details Arizona State University placing its head hockey coach on leave after a student collapsed from heat stroke, and notes that flood watches are in effect across the U.S. due…
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Witnesses describe failed execution of Christa Pike
Supreme Court overturns stay on Pike's execution
Passengers intervene after pilot stabs co-pilot on flight
AI safety researchers warn senators on AI risks
FTC confirms investigation into AI companies
ASU hockey coach placed on leave after player's heat stroke
Flood watches, Hurricane Rachel, and market updates
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