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NPR News: 06-11-2026 12AM EDT

Jun 11, 2026

Summary

NPR News Now covers rising inflation driven by war-related energy costs and President Trump’s response. Bill Gates testifies before Congress regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, while new federal student loan limits and repayment plan changes take effect. The broadcast also reports on stock market losses, the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals comeback, a Visa-OpenAI partnership for AI shopping, and an FBI investigation into a chemical spill in Southern California.

Topics discussed

Inflation spike and Trump's comments on Iran war Bill Gates testifies on Jeffrey Epstein relationship New student loan limits and repayment plan changes Stock market losses amid inflation and war news Knicks make historic comeback in NBA Finals Game 4 Visa partners with OpenAI for AI-powered shopping FBI and EPA search facility after chemical evacuation Doctors Without Borders sponsorship message
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