NPR News: 07-31-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
The episode covers the political standoff over Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination and the rollout of commemorative Trump passports. It also reports on former crypto miners rebranding as AI data centers in New York despite a moratorium. Additional stories include South Korea’s record stock surge, severe wildfires in Oregon, rising death tolls from a Japan earthquake, and UEFA’s boycott of FIFA competitions.
Topics discussed
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Todd Blanche AG nomination stalled by GOP senators
Trump commemorative passports now available nationwide
Crypto miners rebrand as AI data centers in NY
South Korea stock market hits record single-day gain
Oregon wildfires worsen amid heat and dry conditions
Death toll rises from earthquake in southwestern Japan
UEFA boycotts FIFA over World Cup stake sales
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