NPR News: 07-20-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the U.S. military identifying casualties from Iranian attacks in Iraq and Jordan, bringing the total deaths to 17. It reports on massive wildfires in Ontario causing evacuations and air quality alerts, alongside political tensions between U.S. and Canadian leaders. The broadcast also details President Trump’s decision to upgrade Air Force One’s security systems, Andy Burnham’s inauguration as UK Prime Minister, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s criticism of the ICC. Finally, it notes Spain’s World Cup victory and previews a Shortwave segment on AI consc…
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U.S. military casualties in war with Iran
Ontario wildfires and climate change impact
Air Force One security upgrades and subpoenas
Andy Burnham's first address as UK PM
Netanyahu criticizes ICC and NYC Mayor
Spain wins FIFA World Cup
Promo for Shortwave on AI consciousness
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