NPR News: 08-18-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
A coalition of states sues Meta, alleging its platforms addict children and violate privacy laws. Meanwhile, Disney challenges the FCC over an investigation into ABC stations. Alaska holds primaries with a Senate race featuring two candidates named Dan Sullivan. Reports also cover increasing Midwest rainfall due to climate change, rising school vaccination exemptions, and recent graduates blaming AI for entry-level job struggles.
Topics discussed
States sue Meta over teen addiction and data privacy
Disney sues FCC over ABC station license review
Alaska primary: Senate race and same-name candidate
Climate change driving extreme Midwest rainfall
Record rise in school vaccination exemptions
New grads struggle with jobs; AI and remote work
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