NPR News: 07-23-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
Global oil prices surged past $100 a barrel amid U.S.-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, causing stock market declines. The Justice Department withdrew subpoenas for New York Times journalists regarding Air Force One reporting after a federal judge ruled against the administration. The EU fined Google $1 billion for antitrust violations under the Digital Markets Act, drawing criticism from U.S. trade officials. Additionally, a new film adaptation of The Odyssey boosted book sales and teacher enthusiasm, while Canadian National backed Union Pacific’s $85 billion bid for Norfolk…
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Oil prices surge past $100 amid Iran-U.S. tensions
DOJ withdraws subpoenas for NYT journalists
EU fines Google $1 billion for antitrust violations
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