NPR News: 07-25-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
Maine Democrats select Troy Jackson to replace Graham Plattner in the Senate race against Susan Collins. Meanwhile, Trump’s tariffs and Iran-related gas hikes strain household budgets, and a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce spreads across nine states. School leaders face budget shortfalls and declining enrollment, while India’s education minister resigns amid protests over leaked medical exams.
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Maine Democrats select new Senate candidate
Trump tariffs and Iran war raise costs
Cyclospora outbreak expands to nine states
School districts face budget and enrollment issues
India's education minister resigns amid protests
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