NPR News: 07-14-2026 6PM EDT

Jul 14, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, including a resumed naval blockade and intensified strikes that threaten a ceasefire. It also reports on pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil filing a lawsuit alleging a conspiracy to suppress his rights amid deportation proceedings. Additionally, the broadcast details E. Jean Carroll receiving a $5.6 million payment from Donald Trump and IBM’s stock plummeting after disappointing earnings. Finally, Captain Chesley Sullenberger reveals his early-stage Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

Topics discussed

U.S. resumes naval blockade on Strait of Hormuz Activist Khalil sues over alleged conspiracy E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6M from Trump IBM shares crash on weak earnings report Captain Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis Market update and Planet Money promo

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