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NPR News: 09-08-2026 2AM EDT

Sep 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers the NTSB investigation into a fatal Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami and Canada’s new retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods. It also examines how labor unions are navigating the rise of AI, with some embracing data center growth while others seek regulatory guardrails. Additionally, the report details Campbell’s cost-cutting measures and price hikes amid falling sales, the suspension of a missing plane search in the Bahamas due to weather, and EU efforts to strengthen ties with Greenland.

Topics discussed

Amazon cargo jet crash investigation in Miami Canada's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods Labor unions navigate the rise of AI Electrical workers benefit from data center boom Campbell's cuts costs and raises prices Campbell's dividend cut and price hikes Missing plane search suspended in Bahamas EU investment in Greenland amid Trump push Fifth graders welcome kindergartners in LA Sponsor: Working Forests Initiative
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