NPR News: 09-28-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the arrest of five men near a British base used by US bombers amid the US-Iran conflict, noting the war's unpopularity due to high fuel prices. The report also details Hurricane Nolo's impact on Hawaii, Pope Leo's address on clergy abuse in France, and ongoing Russian-Ukrainian strikes. Additionally, the episode highlights Swiss voters rejecting stricter neutrality, college football ranking updates, and the economic fallout from the ongoing regional tensions.
Topics discussed
Arrests near British Air Force base in Iran war context
Iran diplomacy, Trump rejection, and war unpopularity
High fuel prices and cost of living concerns
Hurricane Nolo impacts on Hawaii
Pope Leo addresses clergy abuse at Lourdes
Russian and Ukrainian forces trade attacks
Switzerland rejects stricter neutrality proposal
College football rankings update
Sponsor message from Charles Schwab
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