NPR News: 07-25-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers rising U.S. gas prices linked to Middle East instability and President Trump’s executive order targeting the Smithsonian. It also reports on a formal investigation into EU trading practices, a record-breaking measles surge due to falling vaccination rates, and a deadly attack in Pakistan. Additionally, the broadcast highlights LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers and Michael Kim’s historic round of 59 in golf.
Topics discussed
High gasoline prices across the US
Trump executive order targeting Smithsonian
Trump investigates EU trading practices
Record measles cases and vaccination rates
Suicide bombing at Pakistan checkpoint
LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers
Michael Kim shoots 59 in PGA Championship
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