NPR News: 09-18-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
Diesel prices hit record highs, squeezing trucking companies and raising consumer costs. President Trump bans major news outlets from the White House, while the FAA clears his proposed D.C. arch for airspace safety. Early voting begins for midterms, and Trump announces a new Medicaid drug pricing program. Additionally, Luke Lindberg becomes the UN World Food Program’s new director, and Princess Diana’s “Revenge Dress” goes up for auction.
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Record high diesel prices impact trucking and consumers
Trump bans CNN, MSNOW, and Politico from White House
FAA study on proposed Washington D.C. arch safety
Midterm election early voting and market wrap
Trump executive order on Medicaid drug pricing
Luke Lindberg named new UN World Food Program director
Princess Diana's 'Revenge Dress' goes to auction
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