NPR News: 08-17-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the USS George Washington relieving the USS Abraham Lincoln amid mental health and supply concerns, with officials downplaying reports of strain. In Gaza, Jared Kushner meets Hamas to discuss disarmament and a post-war plan, though Netanyahu remains skeptical. The broadcast also reports on deadly flooding in Indiana, Brazil’s presidential campaign featuring Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro, and a Maryland court striking down a digital ad tax.
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USS Lincoln mental health concerns and relief
Kushner pushes Gaza post-war plan with Hamas
Fatal flooding in Indiana and recovery efforts
Brazil presidential candidates begin campaigning
Maryland digital ad tax struck down by court
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