NPR News: 08-03-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
Republicans lifted objections to Todd Blanche’s AG nomination after he rescinded an anti-weaponization fund. Meanwhile, two deaths were linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak from contaminated lettuce. Oil prices eased on Iran deal hopes, boosting stocks. Cyberattacks hit water systems in Michigan and Minnesota. A warm winter reduced Texas peach crops, and an AI art experiment at Germany’s Wagner Festival sparked audience backlash.
Topics discussed
Republicans lift objections to Todd Blanche AG nomination
Two deaths linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan
Oil prices ease amid Iran deal speculation
Stock indexes rally near all-time highs
Cyberattacks target water systems in Michigan and Minnesota
Texas peach harvest drops due to climate change
AI projections at Wagner Festival draw audience boos
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