NPR News: 08-31-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
US-Iran tensions escalated after direct military exchanges, impacting global markets and the G20 meeting. In Washington, Congress is set to vote on a stopgap funding bill to avoid a shutdown, while also considering censure for Rep. Chuck Edwards. In Las Vegas, closing arguments concluded in the trial of Dwayne Davis, accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's murder. Additionally, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer, and a new study suggests slow running significantly boosts brain function and mood.
Topics discussed
Sponsor message from Schwab
US and Iran exchange direct fire
Missile interceptions and oil price jump
G20 meeting and Congress returns
Federal government funding stopgap vote
Censure resolution for Rep. Chuck Edwards
Tupac Shakur murder trial closing arguments
Prosecution evidence and defense claims
Lionel Messi retires from international soccer
Benefits of slow running on the brain
Study details on slow running and mood
Met Gala cancels John Galliano exhibit
Reason for canceling Galliano exhibit
Introduction to 'If You Can Keep It'
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