NPR News: 09-21-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
Paramount agreed to produce more U.S. films and insulate CNN from corporate influence to settle a lawsuit by 12 Democratic attorneys general. Meanwhile, CNN, MSNOW, and Politico sued the White House after being barred from access, a move defended by Vice President Vance. The report also covers record-high diesel prices driven by the Iran war, ongoing drone strikes in Ukraine, and a new poll showing some Americans use AI for spiritual guidance.
Topics discussed
Paramount settles lawsuit with Democratic AGs
Paramount commitments on film production and CNN
Trump and Vance defend White House press ban
Trump's upcoming UN General Assembly speech
Record high diesel prices impact economy
Russian drone strikes on Zaporizhia
Poll: AI use for spirituality and prayer
AI as a partner for moral and ethical questions
Mississippi raccoon rescue 'boot camp' program
Promotion for NPR Up First podcast
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