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NPR News: 06-15-2026 5PM EDT

Jun 15, 2026

Summary

NPR News covers a preliminary U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sparking mixed reactions and lowering oil prices. The broadcast also reports on a record number of U.S. cities where starter homes now cost over $1 million. Other stories include a B-52 crash in California, rising awareness of tick-bite meat allergies, and skepticism regarding the FIFA World Cup’s economic impact. Finally, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine hosts his final ice cream social before leaving office.

Topics discussed

U.S.-Iran preliminary agreement and domestic reactions Stocks rise and gas prices dip on deal hopes Record number of cities see million-dollar starter homes B-52 bomber crashes at Edwards Air Force Base Alpha-gal syndrome awareness and new drug approval Skepticism over FIFA World Cup economic impact Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's final ice cream social
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