NPR News: 08-01-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers deadly Russian missile strikes on Kiev amid shifting US aid discussions under President Trump. It also reports on slower US economic growth driven by inflation, controversial federal water cuts for Colorado River states, and Nebraska’s early implementation of Medicaid work requirements. Additionally, the broadcast details new EU AI regulations and the search for climbers missing after an avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak.
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Russian missile strikes on Kiev and U.S. aid debate
Ukraine sinks Russian ship and strikes oil refineries
U.S. GDP growth slows amid inflation concerns
Federal plan for Colorado River water cuts
Nebraska Medicaid work requirements take effect
EU begins enforcing new AI regulations
Search for climbers missing on Pakistan's Broad Peak
Promo for Dead After Death podcast series
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