NPR News: 09-28-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
Iran's president reaffirmed readiness for a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Trump rejected the proposal. The episode also covers Trump's ongoing media conflicts, unpopular policy stances, and a northeaster that caused damage and a fatality in the Northeast. Additionally, SpaceX successfully launched Starship despite an engine issue, the administration rolled back car fuel efficiency standards, and scientists discovered two new species of sea spiders in Canada.
Topics discussed
Iran's 7-day plan and nuclear program status
Trump's court loss and blocking CNN from Air Force One
Trump's unpopular policies and midterm strategy concerns
Nor'easter storm impacts and shipwreck discovery
SpaceX Starship launch and Starlink delivery
Rollback of fuel efficiency standards for new cars
Discovery of two new sea spider species in Canada
NPR public media support appeal
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