NPR News: 08-18-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers Jared Kushner’s diplomatic efforts to secure Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. The episode also details ABC’s lawsuit against the FCC over alleged free speech violations by the Trump administration. Additionally, it reports on opening arguments in a multi-state case against Meta regarding child safety, a Texas Ten Commandments display challenge heading to the Supreme Court, and the rising popularity of Tadalafil as a longevity drug.
Topics discussed
Kushner pushes Hamas disarmament and meets Netanyahu
ABC sues FCC over Trump administration's license challenges
States open arguments against Meta over child safety
Supreme Court asked to review Texas Ten Commandments law
Tadalafil promoted as longevity drug despite limited evidence
Shortwave preview: Link between insulin resistance and depression
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