NPR News: 08-30-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the aftermath of a deadly landslide in Nepal, where 85 Americans remain unaccounted for. The episode details escalating trade tensions between the US and Canada, including Ontario’s protest against President Trump’s decision to rename Lake Ontario. Additionally, reports feature the launch of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman space telescope, Polish special forces training, and a mutiny at a military base in Niger.
Topics discussed
Nepal landslide death toll and international aid requests
US-Canada trade dispute and Lake Ontario renaming
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch
Polish special forces simulate Ukraine conflict tactics
Niger regains control of air base after mutiny
Hurricane Karina strengthens in Pacific; IXL ad
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