NPR News: 07-14-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News update covers U.S. inflation cooling to 3.5% as Fed Chair Kevin Warsh pledges to steer monetary policy. Internationally, tensions rise between the U.S. and Iran, while Israel approves billions for West Bank settlements. Domestically, the Trump administration rescinds a freeze on social services funding for five states, and E. Jane Carroll receives a $5.6 million settlement from Trump. The broadcast also notes new ISS arrivals, FIFA World Cup semifinals, and falling gas prices.
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US inflation cools and Fed Chair's testimony
Trump meets Iraqi PM and discusses Strait of Hormuz
Israel approves funding for West Bank settlements
Administration rescinds freeze on social services funding
E. Jean Carroll receives payment from Trump civil case
New astronauts arrive at the International Space Station
FIFA World Cup semifinals: France vs Spain preview
Gas prices drop to $3.85 per gallon
Shortwave promo on measuring AI consciousness
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