NPR News: 07-11-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
Iran’s new leader Ayatollah Mushtabah Khamenei issued a defiant audio address promising revenge for his father’s death in US-Israeli strikes. The CDC confirmed an American aid worker in the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive for Ebola, prompting contact tracing efforts. A dangerous heat wave is building across the US, while the new Gordie Howe Bridge opening date was set. The episode also covers World Cup quarterfinals between Norway and England, and Volkswagen’s production cuts amid Chinese competition.
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Iran's new leader vows revenge after father's death
American tests positive for Ebola in Congo
Dangerous heat wave building across the U.S.
Gordie Howe Bridge opening date set for July
World Cup quarterfinals: Norway vs England
Volkswagen cuts model line and production capacity
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