NPR News: 07-18-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers U.S. military strikes against Iran in retaliation for a deadly attack in Jordan that killed two American service members. Domestically, Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce linked to a cyclospora outbreak, while Texas begins recovery efforts after severe flooding. Internationally, Venezuela continues searching for victims of recent earthquakes, and British runner Josh Kerr breaks the 27-year-old mile world record.
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US military strikes Iran in retaliation for Jordan attack
Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce over cyclospora
Recovery efforts begin in Texas after severe flooding
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises; rescue efforts
Josh Kerr breaks 27-year mile world record
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