NPR News: 08-12-2026 10AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary, where moderate David Crowley defeated progressive Francesca Hong. Markets reacted positively to a modest slowdown in US inflation, lowering expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike. The broadcast also reports on the aftermath of a deadly earthquake in Colombia and a ferry fire in Indonesia. Finally, it details the scramble for viewing glasses as Europe experiences a rare solar eclipse.
Topics discussed
Wisconsin primary results: Moderate wins governor nomination
Wall Street rises on modest inflation slowdown
Search for survivors continues after Colombia earthquake
Ferry fire near Bali: Evacuations and investigation
Shortage of eclipse glasses in UK for solar event
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