NPR News: 08-20-2026 9AM EDT

Aug 20, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers the U.S.-Iran conflict, with President Trump pivoting to economic sanctions as oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. It reports on stalled U.S.-Canada tariff negotiations and Prince Harry and Meghan’s plan to return to the UK without resuming royal duties. Additionally, the broadcast details ongoing testimony in the Meta trial regarding child safety and the life sentence handed to Evergrande founder Xu Jiaying for financial fraud.

Topics discussed

U.S.-Iran conflict and economic sanctions U.S.-Canada tariff negotiations and liquor bans Prince Harry and Meghan plan to return to UK Meta trial on child safety and addiction Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison

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