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NPR News: 07-24-2026 6PM EDT

Jul 24, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR covers President Trump’s new tariffs and their economic impact, alongside his upcoming meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky. The broadcast reports a record surge in U.S. measles cases linked to falling vaccination rates and highlights LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers. Additional stories include a veteran truck driver program, the opening of the U.S.-Canada Gordie Howe Bridge, and Brazil’s use of gold fingerprinting to combat illegal Amazon mining.

Topics discussed

Trump tariffs and economic impact on households Trump-Zelensky meeting and Ukraine aid Record measles cases and vaccination rates LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers Veterans program for truck driving licenses US-Canada bridge opening and diplomatic tensions Gold fingerprinting to combat Amazon mining NPR funding appeal and support request
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