NPR News: 08-15-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the USS Abraham Lincoln’s supply and morale issues as a replacement carrier deploys to the Middle East. The broadcast reports on Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon that killed civilians, violating the ceasefire. Hurricane Lala approaches Hawaii’s Big Island, prompting a state of emergency due to expected flooding. Additionally, the episode details a shooting at Virginia State University, Eli Lilly’s lawsuits against black-market obesity drug sellers, and the venue change for Alex Murdaugh’s murder retrial.
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Supply issues and morale on USS Abraham Lincoln
Israeli airstrikes kill 11 in southern Lebanon
Lebanese PM condemns strikes and ceasefire violations
Hurricane Lala strengthens and approaches Hawaii
Shooting injuries at Virginia State University
Eli Lilly sues over black market obesity drug
Alex Murdaugh murder trial venue change
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