NPR News: 09-27-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
Iran rejects Trump’s proposal to end the war, as rising gas prices fuel voter discontent ahead of midterms. In the UK, five suspects were arrested for plotting an attack on a military base used for US strikes on Iran. A powerful nor’easter brings severe coastal flooding and wind damage to the Northeast. Meanwhile, soaring childcare costs are pushing more families to rely on grandparents for support, and Avengers: Endgame leads the box office in its re-release.
Topics discussed
Iran rejects US proposal; midterm election context
War unpopularity and rising fuel prices
UK arrests suspects plotting attack on military base
Northeast storm causes flooding and power outages
Grandparents filling childcare gap due to costs
Weekend box office: Avengers Endgame re-release
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