NPR News: 08-28-2026 9PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the ongoing search for 90 Americans missing after floods in Nepal and Tibet, with the State Department providing aid. The episode reports on the detention of far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos for overstaying his visa and highlights concerns over underage betting on prediction markets like Kalshi. Additionally, it discusses a paused border wall construction in Big Bend National Park and Tennessee’s proposal to rename Nashville’s airport after the late Dolly Parton.
Topics discussed
90 Americans missing after floods in Nepal and Tibet
Milo Yiannopoulos detained for overstaying visa
Under-21 users bet billions on prediction markets
Pause on border construction in Big Bend National Park
Proposal to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton
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