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NPR News: 08-20-2026 5AM EDT

Aug 20, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump announces economic isolation of Iran while pausing tariffs on Canada pending trade negotiations. Meanwhile, Meta faces trial over allegations that its platforms are addictive to children, with a former employee testifying against the company. The national debt hits a record $40 trillion, and a mid-air collision in Pennsylvania kills a pilot. Finally, Prince Harry and Meghan plan to move back to the UK this month.

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