NPR News: 08-12-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers cyber attacks on U.S. water infrastructure linked to Iran, with Mayor Nate George discussing the impact on Bram, Minnesota. The episode highlights mixed results in Democratic primaries in Wisconsin and Minnesota, reflecting shifting voter priorities. International news includes a deadly earthquake in Colombia and a ferry capsizing in Zimbabwe. Domestically, inflation cooled slightly, while Los Angeles schools ban screen time for young students and New York City investigates prediction markets.
Topics discussed
Cyber attacks on U.S. water sector linked to Iran
Mixed results in Democratic primaries in WI and MN
Search for survivors after 7.4 magnitude quake in Colombia
Inflation cools slightly; Fed rate hike expectations drop
Ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe, killing at least 44
LA schools ban screen time for young students
NYC investigates prediction market platforms
Powerball jackpot reaches $1 billion
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