NPR News: 08-26-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
Meta proposes a $17 billion settlement to address teen safety concerns on its platforms, including new usage limits and feature changes. Meanwhile, a federal judge temporarily allows the USPS to implement Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions ahead of the midterms. The broadcast also honors the late actor Tim Curry, reports on an ICE agent’s potential release from Texas custody, and details the Chicago Sky’s new partnerships to combat online abuse against players.
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Meta settles lawsuit over teen safety with $17B payout
Judge allows Trump's mail-in voting restrictions to proceed
Actor Tim Curry dies at age 80
ICE agent may be released pending extradition to Minnesota
Chicago Sky partners with security firms to counter abuse
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