NPR News: 06-22-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
Vice President Vance concluded high-level nuclear talks with Iran in Switzerland, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, aiming for a final deal within 60 days. In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is resigning, with Andy Burnham emerging as a likely successor. The episode also covers the death of former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan, SpaceX’s accelerated inclusion in stock indexes, and the resignation of LA’s school superintendent amid an FBI investigation.
Topics discussed
Vance concludes Iran talks; ceasefire cell established
UK PM Starmer resigns; Andy Burnham to run
Former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan dies at 100
SpaceX stock added to indexes early after IPO
LA school superintendent resigns after FBI search
Iron Fire in Utah continues to burn uncontrollably
This American Life promo: mysteries and lost pants
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