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NPR News: 08-27-2026 12PM EDT

Aug 27, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Jurors deliberate in Lindsey Clancy’s murder trial, where her defense cites postpartum psychosis. Radovan Karadzic, the Bosnian Serb general convicted of war crimes, has died in custody. Nepal launches a massive rescue effort after deadly floods left hundreds missing. The FDA approves a groundbreaking pill for metastatic pancreatic cancer. Meta agrees to a $1.3 billion settlement to implement stricter safety measures for underage users.

Topics discussed

Lindsey Clancy murder trial closing arguments Death of Ratko Mladic, 'Butcher of Bosnia' Search for missing tourists in Nepal floods FDA approves first pill for metastatic pancreatic cancer Meta settles lawsuit over teen addiction safeguards
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