NPR News: 09-27-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
A powerful nor'easter stalls off the East Coast, causing historic coastal flooding in New York and New Jersey and a confirmed storm-related death. In international news, Iran rejects US terms for ending the conflict, while a security incident near a UK air base prompts evacuations and arrests. Additionally, thousands protest housing evictions in Madrid, and Alaska's Fat Bear Week continues its online voting for the park's chubbiest brown bear.
Topics discussed
Nor'easter stalls off NY/NJ, coastal flooding
Storm death in NYC and power outages
Jersey Shore flooding and cleanup efforts
Iran rejects US proposal, calls for diplomacy
Iranian FM response and Strait of Hormuz closure
Security incident at UK air base used by US
Protests over US use of Fairford base
Madrid protests for renter protections
Spain's housing crisis and eviction symbol
Alaska Fat Bear Week voting and context
Fat Bear Week schedule and sponsor message
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