NPR News: 07-02-2026 7PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers a slowdown in U.S. hiring and the launch of Trump accounts for children. It also discusses new research affirming mRNA vaccine safety despite political opposition, rising alpha-gal syndrome risks, and PM Keir Starmer’s apology for Britain’s historical separation of mothers and babies. Additionally, the broadcast reports on a delayed NASA rescue mission for the Swift Observatory and Taylor Swift’s upcoming wedding.
Topics discussed
U.S. job growth slows and workers discouraged
Trump administration launches savings accounts for children
Study confirms mRNA vaccine safety despite political pushback
Alpha-gal syndrome risk higher than previously thought
UK PM apologizes for separating unmarried mothers from babies
NASA delays rescue mission for Swift Observatory
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding details revealed
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