NPR News: 08-29-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers rescue efforts in Nepal following deadly floods, with accessibility remaining a major challenge. The broadcast reports on a new US-Venezuela oil deal and a settlement involving a former Trump teleprompter operator accused of insider betting. Additionally, the episode details deadly Russian strikes in Ukraine, an Icelandic referendum on EU membership, and plans to rename Nashville’s airport after Dolly Parton.
Topics discussed
Rescue efforts continue after devastating floods in Nepal
Trump announces major oil deal with Venezuela
Former Trump teleprompter operator pleads guilty to insider betting
Deadliest Russian strikes on Ukraine this year
Iceland votes on restarting EU membership negotiations
Nashville airport may be renamed for Dolly Parton
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