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NPR News: 09-04-2026 10PM EDT

Sep 5, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump threatened to strike Iran’s underground nuclear facility, while a mistrial was declared in the case of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children. The first mRNA flu shot from Moderna is now shipping to pharmacies ahead of the fall season. Additionally, the United Nations approved a new world map projection to correct historical distortions, and Rome is cracking down on tourist golf carts. The episode concludes with a brief stock market update and a promotion for NPR’s political podcast.

Topics discussed

Schwab Investing sponsorship Trump threatens strike on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder case First mRNA flu shot approved and shipping UN approves new world map projection Rome cracks down on tourist golf carts Wall Street closes lower Introduction to If You Can Keep It podcast
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