NPR News: 06-22-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation amid economic pressures, while US-Iran talks in Switzerland focused on the Lebanon ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz tensions. In the US, extreme heat caused three deaths at the Grand Canyon and fueled wildfires in Utah and Washington. Meanwhile, Toy Story 5 topped the box office, Egypt won its first Men's World Cup match, and Wall Street opened trading after the Juneteenth holiday.
Topics discussed
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
US-Iran talks end early; ceasefire in Lebanon discussed
Three heat-related deaths reported at Grand Canyon
Extreme heat warnings for Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma
Wildfires force evacuations in Utah and Washington
Toy Story 5 tops box office; Hollywood sees recovery
Egypt wins first World Cup match; US plays Turkey next
Wall Street opens after Juneteenth; Babbel ad
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