NPR News: 07-03-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the aftermath of deadly earthquakes in Venezuela and a severe U.S. heat wave impacting outdoor events. It also reports on the Great American State Fair, Pope Leo receiving the Liberty Medal, and Taylor Swift’s wedding to Travis Kelce. International updates include Kiko Fujimori’s election victory in Peru, while sports news highlights Folarin Balogun’s red card in the World Cup. Finally, a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence was discovered at Britain’s National Archives.
Topics discussed
Capital One Venture X Card advertisement
Venezuela earthquake aftermath and identification crisis
US heatwave impacts and hot dog eating contest
Great American State Fair on the National Mall
Pope Leo receives Liberty Medal in Philadelphia
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding celebration
Kiko Fujimori wins Peru presidential election
US soccer player Balogun's red card and suspension
Rare Declaration of Independence copy discovered
Mattress Firm Temper Breeze advertisement
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