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NPR News: 09-27-2026 7PM EDT

Sep 27, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Dozens of homes near a UK air base remain evacuated after five men were arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. In US politics, Democrats are leveraging faith to sway voters, with clergy candidates gaining traction in key races. Wall Street awaits labor market data and inflation indicators as the Federal Reserve weighs further interest rate hikes. Additionally, the episode covers the aftermath of a hurricane in Hawaii, a deadly shooting in Detroit, the box office resurgence of "Avengers: Endgame," and the US victory at the Presidents Cup.

Topics discussed

Terrorism suspicion arrests near RAF base in UK Context on US military presence and Iran strikes Democratic candidates leveraging faith in elections Upcoming labor market and inflation data for Fed Hurricane watch lifted for Hawaii's Big Island Shooting at Detroit strip club leaves 3 dead Avengers Endgame re-release boosts box office US wins Presidents Cup golf tournament Introduction to 'If You Can Keep It' series
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