NPR News: 07-21-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
President Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian goods in retaliation for trade disputes, while Houthi rebels threaten to block the Bab al-Mandeb Strait amid U.S.-Iran tensions. The FDA retracts cyclospora test results for Taylor Farms lettuce but maintains its investigation. Meanwhile, a study reveals most packaged foods labeled with avocado oil are adulterated, and Powerball expands to the U.K. as gas prices rise.
Topics discussed
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
Houthi rebels threaten to block Bab al-Mandeb Strait
FDA retracts cyclospora test results on Taylor Farms lettuce
Lebanon's President meets with Trump in Washington
Study finds most packaged avocado oil products are adulterated
Powerball lottery expands to the United Kingdom
U.S. gas prices top $4 amid Iran conflict
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