NPR News: 07-08-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
President Trump addressed the NATO summit in Ankara, threatening strikes on Iran while urging allies to increase defense spending. He also granted Ukraine permission to manufacture Patriot missiles amid escalating Russian attacks. Elsewhere, severe wildfires ravage Colorado, prompting evacuations and disaster declarations. The IMF predicts slower global growth due to energy price surges, while young Maryland crabbers adapt to declining populations using social media. Finally, HBO’s *A Pit* leads this year’s Emmy nominations.
Topics discussed
Trump threatens Iran strikes and discusses NATO defense spending
Trump grants Ukraine license to build Patriot missiles
Large wildfires burn across Colorado amid hot weather
IMF projects slower global growth due to energy prices
Young crabbers adapt to declining Chesapeake Bay populations
Emmy nominations: The Pitt and Hacks lead the pack
NPR Tiny Desk Contest Tour announcement
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