NPR News: 09-17-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
The White House dismisses a UN report alleging US war crimes in Iran, while a federal judge orders the Kennedy Center to provide notice before major changes. The episode also covers a $700 million federal buyout program, proposed Head Start rule changes affecting homeless children, the death of Senator John Kyl, and the withdrawal of the ICE director nominee. Finally, archaeologists present evidence of Ice Age betel nut use in Indonesia.
Topics discussed
White House dismisses report on US war crimes in Iran
Judge orders Kennedy Center to give notice before changes
GAO report on $700M federal worker buyout program
Proposal to strip Head Start protections for homeless children
Death of former Arizona Senator John McCain
ICE leadership vacancy after nominee withdrawal
Archaeological evidence of Ice Age betel nut use
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