NPR News: 07-23-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
The Trump administration implements new tariffs on 59 countries and the EU, citing unfair trade practices, while global tensions with Iran drive mortgage rates and oil prices higher. Congress remains divided over resolutions to end the Iran conflict, with the Senate rejecting a measure the House approved. Meanwhile, Hurricane Bertha weakens after hitting Texas, and Eli Lilly delays FDA approval for its new obesity drug, retatrutide, until early 2027.
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New Trump tariffs on 59 countries take effect
Tariff protests and rising mortgage rates due to Iran war
Congress divided on ending Iran conflict
Storm Bertha weakens after hitting Texas
Eli Lilly's new obesity drug trial results
Asian markets fall amid oil price spike
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