NPR News: 07-23-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
Global oil prices surge past $100 as Houthi attacks escalate in the Red Sea, prompting Trump to link a Saudi nuclear deal to Israel normalization. Meanwhile, the GOP House passes a spending bill and Iran war powers resolution before recess. An FDA panel debates restricting popular peptides, while DC’s Reflecting Pool remains drained for repairs. A famous California bald eagle is in critical condition, and NPR explores the rise of "Nepo husbands" in culture.
Topics discussed
Oil prices surge past $100 amid Middle East tensions
Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to Israel normalization
House passes spending bill and Iran resolution
FDA panel debates restrictions on popular peptides
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations delayed
Internet-famous bald eagle Jackie in critical condition
Promo: It's Been a Minute on Nepo husbands
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