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NPR News: 09-28-2026 10AM EDT

Sep 28, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Iran’s president reaffirmed readiness for a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Trump rejected the proposal, while the US ambassador to China confirmed ongoing arms sales to Taiwan. Markets dipped as Nvidia announced a $150 billion stock buyback and new AI oversight software. Additionally, UK authorities foiled a terror plot near an air base, a northeaster caused flooding and one death on the East Coast, and the Cleveland Orchestra ended its strike with a new contract.

Topics discussed

Iran's 7-day proposal and nuclear program US Ambassador on Trump and Taiwan arms sales Stocks fall as Nvidia announces buyback Oil prices rise and new fuel economy standards Nvidia releases platform for rogue AI oversight UK foils terror plot near air base Nor'easter impacts East Coast and shipwreck found Cleveland Orchestra ends strike with new contract Democratic clergy running for office
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