NPR News: 07-02-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR covers extreme heat warnings across the U.S. and New York’s cooling efforts during the July 4th holiday. The episode details the lifting of oil sanctions on Iran, a major EU antitrust fine against Google, and June jobs data. It also reports on flight suspensions at Washington’s DCA airport for the 250th anniversary and a Florida program providing swim lessons to at-risk children.
Topics discussed
Capital One Venture X Card advertisement
Extreme heat warnings and NYC cooling measures
Iran oil sanctions lifted in peace deal
EU court upholds Google antitrust fine
June jobs report and unemployment rate
DC airport closures for 4th of July
Florida swim lessons for autistic kids
NPR Tiny Desk Contest Tour promotion
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