NPR News: 08-31-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s controversial oil deal with Venezuela, noting infrastructure hurdles and constitutional conflicts. The broadcast reports on deadly flooding in Nepal and the Grand Canyon, alongside US strikes on Iranian rocket launchers and Iran’s retaliatory missiles. Additionally, the episode highlights the launch of NASA’s Roman space telescope, tributes to Dolly Parton, and Scottie Scheffler’s PGA Tour victory.
Topics discussed
Challenges with new US-Venezuela oil deal
Flooding recovery efforts in Nepal
Flash floods close Grand Canyon trails
US strikes Iranian rocket launchers
NASA launches Roman space telescope
Memorials and stories for Dolly Parton
Scottie Scheffler wins PGA Tour Championship
Promo for Actual Facts podcast
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