NPR News: 06-29-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire amid recent strikes, while talks reportedly continue. It reports on the deadly Venezuela earthquakes and extreme heat waves causing hundreds of deaths in Europe. Domestic updates include major changes to federal student loan repayment plans and borrowing limits. The broadcast also notes Bill Maher receiving the Mark Twain Prize and highlights upcoming World Cup and Wimbledon matches.
Topics discussed
U.S.-Iran ceasefire tensions and upcoming talks
Venezuela earthquake death toll and rescue efforts
Extreme heat waves in U.S. and Europe
New federal student loan repayment rules
Bill Maher wins Mark Twain Prize for Humor
World Cup knockout round and Wimbledon start
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