NPR News: 06-17-2026 10PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers a preliminary Iran nuclear deal criticized for lacking specifics, FEMA’s new leadership candidate Cameron Hamilton, and an Oklahoma pastor suspending his congressional campaign amid controversy. It also reports on Egypt and Iran requesting the cancellation of Seattle’s Pride events ahead of their World Cup match, Luigi Mangione’s psychiatric defense in the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder trial, and CBS paying licensing fees for Peanuts music. Finally, scientists announce the discovery of the oldest known plague evidence in Siberia.
Topics discussed
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Analysis of preliminary Iran nuclear deal
Cameron Hamilton's FEMA confirmation hearing
Oklahoma pastor suspends congressional campaign
World Cup match clashes with Seattle Pride
Luigi Mangione to use psychiatric defense
CBS pays licensing fee for Peanuts music
Oldest known plague evidence found in Siberia
Schwab investment services advertisement
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