NPR News: 06-22-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
Secretary of State Marco Rubio travels to the Middle East as Vice President J.D. Vance claims progress in Iran nuclear talks, though Tehran disputes the agreement. The Trump administration faces criticism for dismissing federal advisory experts, while former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan dies at 100. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns, extreme heat kills in Europe, and reports cover summer screen time for kids and World Cup updates.
Topics discussed
Trump admin steps up efforts to end war; Iran nuclear talks
Trump administration dismisses experts from federal advisory committees
Former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at 100
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
Extreme heat wave disrupts life in Western Europe
Research on protecting kids' well-being from summer screen time
World Cup expansion and Lionel Messi's record pursuit
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