NPR News: 07-18-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers wildfire smoke from Canada causing unhealthy air quality across the US, while an ex-spouse reveals the Maine immigration officer who fatally shot a man has a history of domestic abuse. The broadcast reports on Ukrainian drone strikes killing seven in Russia and President Trump’s endorsement of Senator Darlene Graham. Additionally, the episode highlights the upcoming World Cup halftime show and a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce.
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Canadian wildfire smoke affecting US air quality
Ex-wife of Maine shooting officer speaks out
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian warehouses
Trump endorses Darlene Graham for Senate
World Cup final halftime show lineup
Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce
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