NPR News: 07-19-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers escalating tensions as the U.S. and Israel launch airstrikes against Iran following attacks on troops in Jordan, with Iran’s Supreme Leader vowing retaliation. The broadcast also reports on lingering wildfire smoke affecting air quality in the Midwest and President Trump’s tariff threats against Canada. Additionally, it details the arrest of influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate on new sexual offense charges and highlights Josh Kerr breaking the mile world record.
Topics discussed
U.S. airstrikes on Iran and regional escalation
Wildfire smoke lingers in Midwest and Trump's tariff threats
ICE officer history and recent immigration agent shootings
Arrest of Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami
Josh Kerr breaks world record for the mile
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