NPR News: 06-25-2026 7AM EDT

Jun 25, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers deadly earthquakes in Venezuela, with over 160 confirmed dead and a state of emergency declared. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Gulf Arab states to discuss an interim peace deal with Iran, focusing on nuclear curbs. A coalition of nearly 400 newspapers sues OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement regarding AI training data. Additionally, the USPS proposes withholding mail-in ballots in states refusing to share voter lists, facing legal challenges. Finally, polls reveal widespread daily scam attempts and financial losses among Americans.

Topics discussed

Powerful earthquakes strike Venezuela, causing extensive damage Rubio tours Gulf states to discuss U.S.-Iran peace deal Publishers sue OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement USPS proposes withholding mail-in ballots in certain states Polls reveal widespread scam attempts and financial losses

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