NPR News: 07-31-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the stalled nomination of Todd Blanche as Attorney General amid Republican opposition to an anti-weaponization fund. President Trump claims a phased disarmament agreement with Hamas, though fighting in Gaza persists. The broadcast also reports on a deadly earthquake in Japan, dangerous heat and waves in California, the hospitalization of Ugandan opposition leader Kiza Besije, a potential WestJet strike, and UEFA’s planned boycott of FIFA competitions.
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Todd Blanche AG nomination stalled by GOP senators
Trump announces Hamas disarmament agreement
Earthquake death toll rises in southwestern Japan
Hurricane Genevieve and heat wave hit California
Ugandan opposition leader collapses in court
WestJet flight attendants threaten strike
UEFA boycotts FIFA over World Cup sale plans
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