NPR News: 09-18-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
A UN report alleges the US committed war crimes in the Iran war, which has driven fuel prices to record highs. The segment also covers President Trump's nomination changes for ICE leadership and a new national emergency in Fiji due to a surge in HIV cases. Additionally, it reports on the bail hearing for a federal officer charged in a Minneapolis shooting and how AI is increasingly replacing traditional office hours in higher education.
Topics discussed
UN report alleges US war crimes in Iran conflict
Voter defense of Trump and rising fuel prices
Trump weighs cost of stopping Iranian nuclear program
Trump withdraws ICE director nomination, taps Lroyer
Fiji declares national emergency amid HIV surge
Bail set for officer charged in Minneapolis shooting
AI replacing office hours and impacting student learning
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