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NPR News: 07-15-2026 10AM EDT

Jul 15, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News covers Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, where Democrats question his handling of Epstein files and investigations into Trump’s opponents. Markets rose as wholesale inflation cooled, though gas prices spiked due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Security warnings emerged in Germany regarding potential Iranian proxy attacks after a pro-regime newspaper listed political targets. Additionally, New York halted large AI data center development, and England faced Argentina in a historic World Cup semifinal.

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Dataiku sponsorship message Todd Blanche confirmation hearing for Attorney General Wall Street rises on cooling inflation and gas price updates Iran threatens attacks on European leaders New York halts large AI data center development England vs Argentina World Cup semifinal preview Stock market update and Bill Maher Newsmakers promo
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