NPR News: 07-18-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, with two American service members killed in Jordan and strikes exchanged across the region. It also reports on hazardous wildfire smoke affecting millions in the U.S. and President Trump’s endorsement of Darlene Graham for a Senate special election. Additionally, the broadcast highlights protests against AI data centers and the box office success of Christopher Nolan’s film The Odyssey.
Topics discussed
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes; service members killed
Wildfire smoke causes hazardous air quality warnings
Trump endorses Lindsey Graham's sister for Senate seat
Protests planned against AI data center construction
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey breaks box office records
Preview of the Men's World Cup final in New Jersey
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