NPR News: 08-13-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
Democratic lawmakers demand an investigation into harsh conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, while the Navy disputes reports of increased suicide attempts. Wall Street rose on modest wholesale inflation data, and the Treasury refunded $30 billion in tariffs following a Supreme Court ruling. Meanwhile, rescue efforts continue in Colombia after a deadly earthquake, and the Pacific Northwest braces for storms that could worsen wildfires. A Powerball jackpot was won in Illinois, and the episode concludes by questioning the definition of the working class.
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Calls for investigation into USS Abraham Lincoln conditions
Wall Street rises on modest wholesale inflation data
US refunds $115B in tariffs after Supreme Court ruling
Earthquake death toll rises in Western Columbia
Storm system threatens wildfires in Northwestern US
Spokane wildfires contained; arson suspect charged
Illinois Powerball ticket wins over $1 billion
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