NPR News: 08-17-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
Jared Kushner negotiates a post-war Gaza roadmap with Israeli leaders amid disputes over Hamas disarmament. The Pentagon orders audits of 30 universities’ foreign ties to curb security risks. Indiana requests federal aid for severe flooding, while West Virginia reports one death. Amazon reinstates arbitration clauses to block class-action lawsuits. Meanwhile, opening statements begin in the trial of Dwayne Davis, linked to Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder.
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Kushner's Gaza roadmap and Netanyahu's rejection
Pentagon audits university ties to foreign entities
Flooding in Indiana and West Virginia
Amazon reinstates arbitration clause in terms of service
Tupac Shakur killing trial and Asian markets
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