NPR News: 08-16-2026 10AM EDT

Aug 16, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers Tropical Storm Lala’s aftermath in Hawaii and Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian logistics hubs. The episode details the Democratic Party’s new 2028 primary roadmap, which prioritizes diverse states over Iowa and New Hampshire. Additional reports include earthquake deaths in Indonesia and Colombia, morale concerns on the USS Abraham Lincoln, and the start of the Dwayne Davis murder trial.

Topics discussed

Tropical Storm Lala impacts Hawaii's Big Island Ukraine strikes Russian logistics centers; Russia attacks Ukraine Democrats change 2028 primary calendar to start with SC and NV Deadly earthquake strikes Indonesia; Colombia quake aftermath Morale and supply issues on USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Boxer Tupac Shakur murder trial begins in Las Vegas

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