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NPR News: 09-14-2026 11AM EDT

Sep 14, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Iran canceled a Gulf meeting over Strait of Hormuz tensions as Houthi rebels seized key Red Sea ports. President Trump dismissed calls for an AI research slowdown, while House Speaker Mike Johnson urged industry collaboration to avoid falling behind China. Amazon suspended cargo flights with 21 Air following a fatal Miami crash, and the CDC highlighted rising rabies risks from wildlife spillover. The broadcast also noted El Niño’s impact on a quiet Atlantic hurricane season and previewed the upcoming Emmy Awards.

Topics discussed

Iran cancels Gulf meeting as Houthis gain control of Bab al-Mandab Trump and AI leaders debate regulation and slowing research Amazon suspends flights with 21 Air after Miami crash CDC reports rise in rabies exposures and vaccine use El Nino keeps Atlantic hurricane season quiet so far Emmy Awards preview and upcoming broadcast Podcast promo: Lindsay Clancy trial and postpartum psychosis
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