NPR News: 09-14-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline drone attacks and a US military visit, a Russian drone strike near former CIA director David Petraeus in Ukraine, and reports that the Kennedy Center may close due to funding issues. The episode also features China’s push for state control over AI, Alexander Zverev’s US Open men’s singles victory, and Elena Rybakina’s women’s title win.
Topics discussed
US commander visits Saudi Arabia amid oil price rise
Drone attacks on Saudi oil pipeline and regional tensions
Houthi attacks on tankers and Strait of Hormuz disruptions
Russian drone strikes train near Polish border with ex-CIA director
Kennedy Center faces potential closure due to funding and repairs
China warns AI threatens party rule; US downplays AI risks
Alexander Zverev wins US Open; Ben Shelton's historic run
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