NPR News: 08-02-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s new Gaza peace plan, with reports from Gaza highlighting civilian concerns and ongoing strikes. The episode also details wildfires forcing evacuations in eastern Washington and a WestJet flight attendant strike causing major travel disruptions. Additionally, it previews upcoming Wall Street jobs data and corporate earnings, including McDonald’s and Airbnb, while noting extreme heat in the desert southwest.
Topics discussed
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Trump's Gaza peace plan and local reactions
Wildfires and evacuation orders in Spokane
WestJet flight attendant strike and cancellations
Upcoming jobs data and corporate earnings preview
Extreme heat forecast for the desert southwest
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