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NPR News: 09-13-2026 2PM EDT

Sep 13, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump wraps up an Ireland trip, urging Ukraine to halt diesel facility strikes while facing protests. AI leaders warn of rapid development risks, contrasting with Trump’s push to outpace China. Xi Jinping visits India for the BRICS summit, pledging to resolve border disputes. In sports, Ben Shelton aims to end a 23-year US men’s Grand Slam drought, while Elena Rybakina claims her first US Open title. The episode also covers an Iranian vessel hit in the Strait of Hormuz and a Wisconsin plane’s emergency water landing.

Topics discussed

Trump's Ireland visit and protests Trump urges Ukraine to stop striking diesel facilities AI leaders call for slowing development Xi Jinping visits India for BRICS summit Iranian vessel hit in Strait of Hormuz US Open tennis finals and results Wisconsin GOP nominee plane emergency landing Sponsor message for Charles Schwab
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