NPR News: 09-22-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
President Trump reported a positive three-hour meeting with Iranian officials at the UN, while also calling for a diesel export ban amid record prices. Israeli PM Netanyahu faced criticism from NYC Mayor Mamdani ahead of his UN visit, where he is scheduled to address the General Assembly. Additionally, the report covers strong job markets for non-graduates, a federal judge striking down an immigration directive, and the decline of California's wine industry due to reduced consumer demand.
Topics discussed
Trump and Iran hold 3-hour meeting at UN
Trump calls for ban on diesel fuel exports
Netanyahu targets NYC Mayor Mamdani at UN
Strong job market for young workers without degrees
US stock market holds near record high
Judge strikes down directive barring immigrants from Head Start
Fall equinox and urban sun alignments
California wine growers struggle with declining demand
Promo for Up First podcast on diesel and midterms
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