NPR News: 07-03-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers a severe heat wave gripping the eastern U.S., driven by high pressure, with peak temperatures expected through July 4th. The broadcast also reports on a bipartisan congressional ceremony in Philadelphia commemorating the vote for independence from Great Britain. International news includes a deadly Russian drone attack on Kiev, the start of Ebola treatment trials in the DRC, and a self-immolation protest at the UN. Additionally, Spotify removed manipulated streams for a song linked to prediction market betting, and the episode previews Argentina’s World Cup match against Cap…
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Heat wave grips central and eastern U.S.
Congress commemorates July 2nd vote in Philadelphia
Day of mourning in Ukraine after Russian attacks
Ebola treatment trials begin in DRC
Man dies after self-immolation at UN headquarters
Spotify removes streams linked to prediction market scheme
World Cup: Argentina vs. Cape Verde preview
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