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NPR News: 07-28-2026 7AM EDT

Jul 28, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News episode covers the impending expiration of Temporary Protected Status for Syrians and Haitians amid conflicting safety assessments. It also reports on federal statistical agencies losing staff, impacting data reliability, and a ban on Census privacy protections. Additionally, the broadcast details Asian market drops driven by AI investment concerns and FAA safety issues with Boeing 737 MAX seats. Finally, it announces the Broadway debut of a stage adaptation of Prince’s Purple Rain.

Topics discussed

Sponsor message from Angie Temporary protected status for Syrians and Haitians Federal workforce cuts impact statistical data Asian stock markets plummet on AI concerns Boeing 737 MAX seats installed incorrectly Purple Rain musical coming to Broadway Sign off and Capital One advertisement
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