NPR News: 08-03-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
President Trump paused planned Iran strikes after Gulf leaders urged negotiations, causing oil prices to drop. Meanwhile, crews gained ground on Spokane wildfires that displaced thousands, and investors await key jobs data amid steady interest rates. International news includes a deadly bombing in Pakistan and a ferry fire in Indonesia.
Topics discussed
Trump holds off Iran attack for negotiations
Oil prices drop following Iran news
Wildfires in Washington state and evacuations
Jobs data, Fed rates, and corporate earnings
Asian markets react to yen intervention
Ohio Rep. Kampter injured in car accident
Suicide bombing at anti-militant rally in Pakistan
Ferry fire off Java, Indonesia
Michael Thorbjornsen wins PGA Tour title
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