NPR News: 09-25-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
President Trump and Xi Jinping plan multiple future meetings to stabilize US-China ties, while a nor'easter and Hurricane Nolo threaten the East Coast and Hawaii. Pope Leo visits France to address European leaders, and a GAO report highlights federal failures in tracking chronic student absenteeism. The episode also covers Nashville’s celebration of Dolly Parton Day and previews the upcoming midterm election ad wars.
Topics discussed
Trump and Xi Jinping meet, plan future summits
Nor'easter and Hurricane Nolo threaten East Coast and Hawaii
Pope Leo's visit to France and appeal to secular society
GAO report on federal oversight of student absenteeism
Celebrating Dolly Parton Day in Nashville
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