NPR News: 08-21-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers markets rebounding after a sell-off, with investors wary of high bond yields and record gas prices. Former Congressman Eric Swalwell’s home was searched in a sexual misconduct probe, while the FBI thwarted an ISIS-linked bomb plot at the New York State Capitol. Additionally, Ethel Caterham celebrates her 117th birthday as the world’s oldest person, and Prince Harry faces a $13 million court order in a privacy lawsuit against the Daily Mail.
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Stocks rise, bond yields rebound, and high gas prices
FBI searches Eric Swalwell's home over misconduct allegations
Plot to bomb NY State Capitol thwarted by FBI
Ethel Caterham celebrates 117th birthday
Prince Harry ordered to pay $13M in Daily Mail case
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