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Trump signs agreement with Iran. And, the president's approval hits record lows

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 06:11

Trump signed a preliminary agreement with Iran yesterday to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. And, the president's approval rating has hit a record low, according to a new NPR poll.

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The Obama Presidential Center will be dedicated Thursday. Here's what to expect

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony will be a star-studded event. The center's museum highlights the legacy of the former president, but it is not a traditional presidential library.

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Poll: Most Americans have the summer blues about Trump and the economy

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds a record low share of Americans approve of President Trump's job performance and his handling of the economy heading into the summer before a key midterm election.

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What — and who — will be at the Great American State Fair? Here's a primer

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Several state governments have declined to participate in the 16-day event, though organizers say all U.S. states and territories will be represented by booths on the National Mall.

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The price of jet fuel is falling, but don't expect airfares to follow any time soon

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

The average price of jet fuel has fallen to its lowest level since the beginning of the war with Iran. But aviation experts say the cost of airfare is likely to stay high, at least for now.

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As America turns 250, one museum makes history possible to touch

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 04:00

Federal law requires most museums and other buildings to be accessible to people with disabilities. But access to what's actually inside is often still limited.

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Hegseth announces in Brussels a review of U.S. forces in Europe, and a 'NATO 3.0'

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 03:59

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lashed out at NATO allies on Thursday, announcing a review of American forces in Europe, and calling for a reboot of the organization to turn it into a "NATO 3.0."

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All detainees from immigration facility 'Alligator Alcatraz' have been transferred

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 02:59

All detainees at the detention center in the Florida Everglades, known as "Alligator Alcatraz," have been transferred to other facilities, the Department of Homeland Security said, citing concerns related to the hurricane season.

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New Yorkers are set to fete the Knicks with a ticker-tape parade

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 01:31

New York is celebrating the Knicks in classic style Thursday, throwing a ticker-tape parade for the team that brought home the NBA championship longed for by generations of fans.

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FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism. But what do they actually do?

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 01:26

For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is mandating all soccer players take hydration breaks to protect them from the threats of extreme heat. But the new rule has sparked criticism.

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Over 1,000 people killed during Gaza ceasefire, Palestinian authorities say

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 00:56

Israeli operations in the Gaza Strip have killed 1,005 Palestinians since a ceasefire was reached between Israel and the militant group Hamas last October, according to Gaza Health Ministry.

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As western fires erupt, Trump's Forest Service says it's now fully staffed

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 16:33

The Forest Service says it's fully staffed with seasonal firefighters going into summer but there are still questions about whether the government is prepared if major wildfires get out of hand.

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Here's how much the the Iran war cost -- and how its effects will linger

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 16:23

More than three months after the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran, the costs and aftereffects are felt around the world.

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An inside look at President Trump's campaign to acquire Greenland

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 11:50

New Yorker writer Ben Taub says while the idea of acquiring Greenland is out of the headlines, it hasn't been dropped. Taub describes how Trump's ongoing efforts have broken the trust of our allies.

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Tropical Storm Arthur is the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 11:43

Forecasters say Arthur could generate life-threatening flash floods along the northern Gulf Coast. But it is not expected to strengthen further.

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Greetings from Maputo, Mozambique's capital, shaped by a modernist architecture

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 11:32

An impromptu tour of Mozambique's capital city reveals a unique imprint left by architect Amâncio "Pancho" Guedes.

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Pakistan ends 'luxury tax' on menstrual products, contraceptives. Will prices drop?

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 08:46

In Pakistan, taxes on menstrual products can add up. Activists have long worked to change this. Now a new budget wipes out the 18% sales tax. But questions remain about the impact on prices.

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Taiwan says Chinese pressure over the island is the "new normal"

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 08:08

Taiwan's Foreign Ministry on Tuesday said the scholars' passports and mobile phones were confiscated, and they were detained in Mombasa for more than 20 hours before being allowed to leave the country.

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President Trump calls to delay nomination of intel pick Jay Clayton

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 06:18

The Senate was set to begin the confirmation process for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence Today. But President Trump is calling for a delay.

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Trump to face questions at G7 press conference. And, Tuesday's primary results

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 06:14

Trump has touted his tentative agreement with Iran at the G7 summit. Today, he is expected to field questions at a press conference as the summit wraps up. And, a look at Tuesday's primary election results.

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