NPR News: 09-13-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers growing concerns over rapid AI development, featuring former Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon’s warnings about existential risks. It also examines the tepid Republican response to Trump’s $5,000 stimulus promise, citing high costs and credibility issues. The segment highlights the Venice Film Festival award for a documentary on Gaza, which Israel contests, and reports on an Iranian vessel attack in the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, the show notes Trump lifting tariffs on Irish whiskey, Team USA’s women’s basketball world championship, and Ohio State’s drop in college foo…
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Concerns over rapid AI development and safety
Reaction to Trump's $5,000 midterm promise
Venice Film Festival prize for Gaza documentary
Iranian vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Trump lifts tariff on Irish whiskey
Team USA wins Women's Basketball World Cup
College Football AP Top 25 rankings update
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