NPR News: 08-21-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
A woman was charged with plotting to bomb the New York State Capitol, while Treasury Secretary Bessson addressed rising bond yields. In Alaska, a search is underway for a crashed charter plane, and World Central Kitchen condemned Israel’s refusal to criminally investigate the killing of its aid workers. Additionally, Hong Kong activists were convicted for organizing banned vigils, and a new survey reveals young Americans are increasingly identifying as political independents.
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Woman charged with plotting bomb at NY Capitol
Treasury Secretary on bond market and yields
Search and rescue for crashed plane in Alaska
World Central Kitchen condemns Israel probe decision
Hong Kong court convicts Tiananmen vigil organizers
Young Americans increasingly identify as independents
Carlos Alcaraz to defend US Open title
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