NPR News: 07-23-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
NPR covers escalating US-Iran tensions, with strikes on Iranian targets and rising gas prices, alongside House-passed legislation facing Senate hurdles. The FDA weighs lifting restrictions on unapproved wellness peptides despite safety concerns. Tropical Storm Bertha threatens the Gulf Coast, while the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool undergoes extended renovations. Tesla shares drop after reporting lower net income due to heavy AI and robot spending.
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Middle East conflict: Houthi attacks and US military response
House passes defense bill and budget framework before recess
FDA panel reviews restrictions on wellness peptides
Tropical Storm Bertha threatens Louisiana and Texas coasts
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations delayed
Tesla shares fall despite sales jump due to AI spending
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