NPR News: 09-17-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers a GAO report on the $700 million federal buyout program, RFK Jr.’s speech at an anti-vaccine conference, and Mark Carney’s push for Canadian EU associate membership. The episode also discusses Trump’s AI strategy amid China competition, South Korea’s new abortion pill approval, the death of artist Peter Max, and Ireland’s Eurovision boycott.
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GAO report on $700M federal worker buyouts
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks at anti-vaccine conference
Mark Carney on Canada joining EU as associate member
Trump's stance on AI and competition with China
South Korea to approve abortion pills by 2027
Death of artist Peter Max and his legacy
Ireland to boycott Eurovision over Israel's participation
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