NPR News: 08-18-2026 10PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers Florida’s gubernatorial primary, where Byron Donalds and David Jolly secured their party nominations. International reports detail alleged Iranian missile attacks on the UAE and stalled US-Canada trade negotiations amid tariff threats. The broadcast also notes a decline in US stock indexes, the death of ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard, and climate-related landslide risks in a Swiss village.
Topics discussed
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Florida gubernatorial primary results
Alaska and Wyoming primary updates
Iran missile attack on UAE and Strait of Hormuz tensions
US-Canada trade tariffs and stock market close
US prescription drug prices and ZZ Top drummer death
Tribute to ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard
Landslide threat in Swiss village due to climate change
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