NPR News: 08-26-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
Meta agreed to pay up to $18 billion to settle child safety claims, mandating stricter age verification and oversight. A federal judge lifted a block on Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions, though Democrats are suing, while his peace envoy criticized Israel’s Gaza strikes. The Kennedy Center faces a legal battle over renovations and naming rights, and Bill Gates urged global AI regulation and taxes.
Topics discussed
Meta agrees to $18B settlement over child safety
Judge lifts obstacle to Trump's mail voting order
Trump's peace rep criticizes Israel's Gaza strikes
Kennedy Center board threatens demolition if renovation blocked
Judge refuses to extradite ICE officer from Texas
Bill Gates calls for radical AI regulations and taxes
Paris opens first shop devoted entirely to butter
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