NPR News: 08-26-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
Meta agreed to a $1.3 billion settlement with states over claims its platforms harm teens, including new safety features and funding for youth programs. Acclaimed actor Tim Curry died at 81, remembered for his role in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. A federal judge canceled a block on Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions, while Nepal faces a deadly flood crisis. Inflation remained steady at 3.7%, and new research suggests the shingles vaccine may lower heart disease risk.
Topics discussed
Meta settles with states over teen safety on social media
Tim Curry dies at 81; remembered for Rocky Horror
Judge cancels ruling on USPS mail-in voting restrictions
Massive floods in Nepal leave hundreds missing
Inflation remains sticky at 3.7% in July
Shingles vaccine may reduce risk of heart disease
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