NPR News: 09-05-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers US negotiators meeting with Russian officials to revive stalled Ukraine peace talks amid fears of escalation. The report also details immigration court hearings being moved to unfamiliar locations in the DC area, a federal judge's order halting excavation for a proposed Washington arch, and the US military striking Iranian oil tankers. Additionally, the segment highlights the resumption of a critical invasive carp barrier project on the Des Plaines River, Spider-Man's record-breaking box office performance, and rising gas prices on Labor Day.
Topics discussed
Putin meets US negotiators to revive Ukraine talks
US concerns over conflict escalation and ceasefire
Immigration court hearings rescheduled to new locations
NPR report on confusion in immigration court moves
Legal challenge to proposed Washington DC arch
Federal judge orders notice before excavation work
Details on arch lawsuit and archaeological surveys
US military strikes Iranian oil tankers
Restart of invasive carp prevention project on Des Plaines River
Spider-Man: Brand New Day box office milestone
Global box office earnings and historical records
Labor Day weekend gas prices update
Introduction to 'If You Can Keep It' politics series
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