NPR News: 09-27-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now reports on the US-China trade truce extension, a severe northeaster threatening New York, and Pope Leo’s mass in Paris. The episode also covers President Trump’s rejection of an Iranian proposal regarding the Strait of Hormuz and the Cleveland Orchestra’s strike. Finally, it highlights college football results, including Oregon’s victory over USC and Iowa’s late win against Michigan.
Topics discussed
Xi and Trump trade talks and rare earths truce
Northeast storm hits New York City
State of emergency declared in NYC
Storm impacts: flooding and power outages
Pope Leo concludes Paris visit
Mass on Champs-Élysées details
Pope's message on consumerism and hope
Pope's upcoming schedule in France
Trump rejects Iran's Strait of Hormuz offer
Cleveland Orchestra strike and tour status
Reporter sign-off
College football: Oregon QB injury and USC loss
College football: Top 20 team results
Sponsor message from Charles Schwab
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