NPR News: 08-15-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the USS Abraham Lincoln’s poor conditions and the Pentagon’s response, alongside Hurricane Lala’s approach to Hawaii. It reports on a deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia, a shooting at Virginia State University, and an air traffic controller preventing a near-miss between two American Airlines jets. The broadcast also notes the re-emergence of Nero’s Bridge in Rome due to low water levels and previews an upcoming discussion on National Guard involvement in elections.
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Concerns over conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln
Hurricane Lala threatens Hawaii's Big Island
Deadly earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia
Shooting injures five at Virginia State University
Air traffic controller prevents near-miss incident
Ancient bridge re-emerges in Rome due to drought
Preview: National Guard and election security
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