NPR News covers escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with President Trump threatening strikes while signaling openness to peace talks. Domestically, a housing affordability bill passed into law as dangerous heat waves and wildfires impact the western U.S. Financial markets saw mixed results amid rising mortgage rates and record home prices. Additionally, Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft, and the Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters regarding Air Force One security concerns.