NPR News: 08-14-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione appear in federal court, raising speculation of a plea deal before his state murder trial. An American missionary kidnapped in Niger has been released and is returning home. Meanwhile, economic pressure from U.S. military actions is causing rising prices in Iran. The Kennedy Center board voted to close for renovation and restore Trump’s name, while extreme heat fuels wildfires in Europe and a tropical storm threatens Hawaii.
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Luigi Mangione federal hearing and potential plea deal
American missionary freed after kidnapping in Niger
Economic pressure on Iran amid military campaign
Kennedy Center board votes for renovation and name change
Extreme heat in Europe and hurricane warning for Hawaii
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