NPR News: 08-03-2026 10PM EDT
Summary
President Trump warns Iran that new talks are the final chance to avoid U.S. strikes, while oil prices drop following his pause on military action. In domestic news, Republican senators agree to advance Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination after he rescinded a controversial fund. The episode also covers two deaths from a Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak, the historic Shia pilgrimage in Karbala, MLS appointing Larry Berg as its new commissioner, and a researcher using OnlyFans to fund marmot studies.
Topics discussed
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Trump warns Iran of last chance for deal
Senators back AG nominee after fund rescission
Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak deaths and symptoms
Shia pilgrimage in Karbala amid Iran tensions
Oil prices fall on Trump strike delay
Larry Berg named new MLS commissioner
Researchers launch OnlyFans for marmot funding
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