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NPR News: 08-01-2026 5AM EDT

Aug 1, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Russian missiles killed civilians in Kiev as President Trump walked back promises of air defense technology. Major oil companies reported record profits despite Middle East conflicts, while European nations pressured Spain over a migrant influx. Additionally, Nebraska implemented new Medicaid work requirements, Colorado honored a fallen firefighter, and FIFA abandoned plans to sell World Cup profits to private investors.

Topics discussed

Thumbtack advertisement for home services Russian missile strikes on Kiev and US aid discussions Tanker attack and record oil company profits EU response to migrant influx in Spain Nebraska Medicaid cuts under new work requirements Funeral procession for fallen Colorado firefighter FIFA abandons World Cup profit sale plan Odoo business software advertisement
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