NPR News: 08-29-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
Search and rescue efforts continue in Nepal and China after deadly floods, while President Trump announces a deal to access Venezuelan oil reserves amid global supply concerns. In Ukraine, Russian strikes kill dozens near Kyiv, prompting investigations into negligence. Meanwhile, soaring diesel costs force US school districts to cut bus routes, and extreme heat devastates fishing and tourism along Europe’s Danube River.
Topics discussed
Search and rescue efforts after Nepal-China border floods
Trump announces deal for Venezuelan oil reserves
Russian strikes kill 37 near Kyiv; Zelensky hints at negligence
Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK
High diesel costs force school districts to cut bus routes
Extreme heat and drought devastate Danube river fishing
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