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NPR News: 09-14-2026 12AM EDT

Sep 14, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Tech leaders, including Elon Musk and Sam Altman, are calling for a slowdown in AI development due to safety concerns, while President Trump dismisses the warnings. The episode covers the heating up of the Georgia gubernatorial race, rising oil prices following a Saudi pipeline closure, and a too-close-to-call Swedish election. In sports, Alexander Zverev wins the US Open men's singles title, and Céline Dion performs in Paris. Finally, "Practical Magic 2" tops the box office, overtaking "Spider-Man: Brand New Day."

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Odu business management software Tech leaders call for AI slowdown amid safety concerns Georgia gubernatorial race heats up with Osso and Collins Oil prices rise due to Saudi pipeline closure and Gulf attacks Sweden election results remain too close to call Celine Dion returns to stage with Paris concert Alexander Zverev wins US Open men's singles title Box office: Practical Magic 2 tops weekend earnings Sponsor: Total Wine and More
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