NPR News: 09-12-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
Saudi Arabia shut down a major oil pipeline after drone attacks, escalating regional tensions and causing energy prices to soar. The market reacted with falling stocks as inflation remained elevated, while President Trump suggested Iran was likely behind the strikes. Additionally, Anthropic's CEO urged the AI industry to slow development for safety, and a new study found that age restrictions on social media are ineffective. Finally, the report covered early voting for the midterms and the ongoing debate over postal ballot delivery.
Topics discussed
Saudi Arabia shuts down major oil pipeline after drone attack
Details on drone origins and Iraqi investigation
Houthis capture strategic island in Bab el-Mandeb strait
Trump comments on Iran and Iraqi border closures
Energy price surge and impact on US inflation
Weekly stock market performance and Fed rate expectations
Anthropic CEO urges AI industry to slow development for safety
Midterm voting begins amid USPS ballot delivery disputes
Study finds age restrictions on social media ineffective
Research on social media usage by minors and age verification
Promotion of NPR's Through Line podcast on baseball music
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