NPR News: 08-21-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers US-Canada trade negotiations and the impact of tariffs on American businesses. The episode details new federal cuts to Colorado River water allocations for lower basin states and a Costco pilot program offering Medicare plans. Additional stories include a reduced judgment against Alex Jones, FIFA sanctions for Argentina players, and a legal dispute over ownership of AI-generated internet memes.
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US-Canada trade negotiations and tariff impacts
Colorado River water cuts and Long Island tornado
Costco pilot program for Medicare plans
Alex Jones judgment reduced in Texas court
FIFA bans Argentina players for World Cup incident
Legal battle over ownership of AI meme character
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