NPR News: 06-26-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers a mistrial in the Palisades fire case and the aftermath of deadly earthquakes in Venezuela. It reports on falling crude oil prices despite high retail gas costs, an aircraft crash in Beijing, and ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict updates. Additionally, the broadcast discusses Australia’s ineffective social media ban for teens, the U.S. Men’s World Cup exit, and a preview of the NPR Politics Podcast on AI regulation.
Topics discussed
Mistrial declared in Palisades fire arson case
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 589
Crude oil prices drop as Iran war supply shock eases
Apple raises prices on MacBooks and iPads
Small plane crashes into Beijing's tallest building
Wall Street Dow Jones update
Ukraine-Russia conflict updates and drone attacks
Study shows Australia's teen social media ban ineffective
US Men's Soccer team loses final group stage match
Tech money and AI regulation in midterm elections
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