NPR News: 09-19-2026 7PM EDT
Summary
Protesters formed a human chain at the Kennedy Center to oppose its closure and potential demolition. In Michigan, Senate candidates debate high fuel costs driven by the Iran conflict. Cuba is recovering from a nationwide blackout amid ongoing US oil blockades. Ed Sheeran performs in Philadelphia following the removal of a pro-Palestinian opening act. Finally, a new antitrust lawsuit alleges major AI companies illegally coordinated to slow development.
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Protesters form human chain at Kennedy Center
Michigan Senate race and high energy costs
Cuba recovers from nationwide power outage
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Ed Sheeran concert and pro-Palestinian protest
Lawsuit alleges AI companies slowed development
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