NPR News: 07-25-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
Democrats in Maine select Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee to replace Graham Plattner, who withdrew amid rape allegations. Meanwhile, Trump’s tariffs and Iran-related gas hikes strain household budgets, and a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell spreads across nine states. School leaders cite budget shortfalls and declining enrollment as top concerns, while India’s education minister resigns following protests over leaked medical exam questions.
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Maine Democrats select new Senate candidate
Impact of tariffs and gas prices on households
Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce
K-12 schools face budget shortfalls and enrollment drops
India's education minister resigns over exam leaks
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