NPR News: 09-12-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
Saudi Arabia shut a key oil pipeline after a drone attack blamed on Houthi rebels, while the BRICS summit in India criticized US sanctions. The Supreme Court is weighing new USPS mail-in ballot restrictions, and a British museum removed an ancient Egyptian mummy from display. The episode also covers the US Open women’s final between Sabalenka and Rybakina.
Topics discussed
Saudi Arabia pipeline attack by Houthi drones
Analysis of Iran and Houthi regional strategy
Brics summit and Oman-hosted Iran meeting
Brics leaders condemn sanctions and nuclear attacks
Mail-in voting and Supreme Court postal restrictions
Legal challenges to USPS ballot delivery rules
Impact of postal changes on voter access
British Museum removes Egyptian mummy from display
Context on removing human remains from museums
US Open Women's Final: Sabalenka vs Rybakina
Sabalenka's historic title chase and streak
Match details and previous head-to-head results
Left Right and Center podcast introduction
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