NPR News: 08-20-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News update covers Iran dismissing Trump’s sanction threats amid ongoing tensions, a deadly Russian missile strike on Kiev, and California’s new wildfire landscaping rules. The broadcast also reports the U.S. national debt exceeding $40 trillion and lower Wall Street trading. Additionally, it details testimony in the Tupac Shakur murder trial and Prince Harry and Meghan’s extended return to the UK for their children’s schooling.
Topics discussed
Iran dismisses Trump's threat of economic sanctions
Russian missile attack kills 12 in Kiev
California adopts strict wildfire landscaping rules
National debt hits record $40 trillion
Tupac Shakur murder trial witness testimony
Prince Harry and Meghan move back to UK
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