NPR News: 06-12-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
SpaceX begins trading on Nasdaq as mortgage rates rise and Asian stocks climb. President Trump discusses AI wealth sharing with executives while denying imminent Iran conflict reports. The U.S. men’s soccer team starts its World Cup campaign in Los Angeles. A new report highlights gaps in teacher preparation for reading instruction. Contemporary artist David Hockney has died at 88.
Topics discussed
SpaceX goes public and mortgage rates rise
Trump meets AI execs; debate on AI wealth sharing
US Men's Soccer Team prepares for World Cup
Trump claims Iran deal is close; Iran denies
Report: Teacher prep programs lack reading science
Contemporary artist David Hockney dies at 88
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