NPR News: 08-18-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers the U.S. imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting last-minute trade talks. In Asia, South Korea seeks to boost military capabilities after Trump scaled back joint drills with North Korea. Domestically, record-low water levels threaten Lake Powell’s power generation, while CDC data reveals a rise in non-medical vaccine exemptions. Additionally, Rep. Jimmy Gomez faces an ethics probe, and Amazon reinstates arbitration clauses to block class-action lawsuits.
Topics discussed
U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
South Korea strengthens military amid U.S. drill cuts
Colorado River reservoirs hit historic lows
Rep. Jimmy Gomez investigated for misconduct
Amazon reinstates arbitration clause for disputes
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