NPR News: 08-25-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the reported death of Dolly Parton at age 80, highlighting her legacy as a singer and humanitarian. The broadcast also addresses an Iranian video threatening Barron Trump, prompting a Secret Service response. Additionally, Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, while the State Department reviews visas for asylum seekers. Finally, CDC data shows U.S. life expectancy has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels.
Topics discussed
Dolly Parton dies at 80; legacy and humanitarian work
Secret Service investigates Iranian video threatening Barron Trump
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods
State Department reviews visas for asylum seekers
South Carolina special primary runoff for Lindsey Graham's seat
U.S. life expectancy rebounds to pre-pandemic levels
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