NPR News: 07-20-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers escalating U.S.-Iran military tensions, including airstrikes and rising oil prices, alongside the appointment of Andy Burnham as Britain’s new Prime Minister. It reports on a deadly Ebola outbreak in Congo and security concerns regarding the new Air Force One. Other stories include Spain’s World Cup victory, a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell, a tropical depression threatening the Florida Panhandle, and Jersey Mike’s IPO plans.
Topics discussed
U.S. airstrikes in Iran and retaliatory attacks
Andy Burnham becomes new UK Prime Minister
Ebola outbreak death toll rises in Congo
Security concerns and upgrades for new Air Force One
Spain wins FIFA World Cup and prize money details
U.S. stock market performance update
Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce
Tropical depression threatens Florida panhandle
Jersey Mike's plans to go public
Promo for Up First podcast on family secrets
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