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NPR News: 07-22-2026 9PM EDT

Jul 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR covers a controversial U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal lacking strict inspections, while the House advances stalled bills including a trillion-dollar defense package. An independent autopsy for missing teen Nolan Wells remains inconclusive, paid for by Colin Kaepernick. Additionally, a UN report notes declining global hunger despite regional disparities, and Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in Louisiana.

Topics discussed

White House signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia House advances military and budget bills before recess Independent autopsy inconclusive for Nolan Wells UN report: Global hunger declines but remains fragile Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in Louisiana
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