NPR News: 08-21-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
A woman was charged with plotting to bomb the New York State Capitol, while Treasury Secretary Bessent addressed rising bond yields. In Alaska, a search is underway for a crashed charter plane, and World Central Kitchen condemned Israel’s decision not to criminally investigate the killing of its aid workers. Additionally, Hong Kong convicted former vigil organizers, a poll shows young Americans shifting toward independence, and Carlos Alcaraz confirmed he will defend his U.S. Open title.
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Woman charged with plotting bomb at NY Capitol
Treasury Secretary on bond market and buybacks
Search and rescue for crashed plane in Alaska
World Central Kitchen condemns Israel's decision
Hong Kong court convicts Tiananmen vigil organizers
Young Americans moving away from two-party system
Carlos Alcaraz to defend U.S. Open title
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