NPR News: 08-01-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the U.S. economy's slower spring growth and inflation impacts, alongside legal concerns over Truth Social's paid early-access feed for investors. The report details ongoing violence in Gaza despite ceasefire efforts, the containment of a massive wildfire in France, and the U.S. consolidation of visa services across Africa. The broadcast also notes an upcoming total solar eclipse over Spain and promotes a new NPR Music series on the Grateful Dead.
Topics discussed
Capital One Venture X Card advertisement
U.S. GDP growth slows to 1.5% amid inflation concerns
Truth Social API raises insider trading alarm
Violence continues in Gaza despite ceasefire talks
Wildfires contained in France; new fires in Europe
U.S. reduces visa service locations in Africa
Total solar eclipse to cross mainland Spain
NPR Music series on the Grateful Dead legacy
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