NPR News: 06-28-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Israel striking targets in Lebanon and Iran amid stalled ceasefire talks. In Venezuela, rescue efforts for earthquake victims are hampered by poor infrastructure and a rising death toll. A severe European heat wave forces the cancellation of the Waterloo reenactment and disrupts services. Additionally, the Cottonwood Fire grows in Utah, while China surpasses the U.S. in academic research output. The broadcast concludes with World Cup soccer results.
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Iran strikes US bases; Hezbollah criticizes Lebanon-Israel deal
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises; rescue efforts hampered
European heat wave cancels Waterloo reenactment and disrupts services
Cottonwood Fire in Utah grows to 144 square miles
China overtakes US in research dominance as US funding freezes
World Cup results: Croatia advances, Messi scores for Argentina
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