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Stories from July 26, 2026

The real cost of the war with Iran

The real cost of the war with Iran

NPR's Debbie Elliot speaks with Linda Bilmes, professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and expert of budgeting and public finance, about why the war between the U.S. and Iran has become so expensive.
by Debbie Elliott, Henry Larson and Sarah Robbins

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Extreme heat Sunday with some possible storms

Extreme heat Sunday with some possible storms

It will be a steamy one Sunday with afternoon heat index values over 100 degrees. Storms are possible late Sunday into the night. A weak cool front will drop temps and dew points, but just slightly.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Fueling firefighters who combat NE Minnesota wildfires requires proper nutritional prep

Fueling firefighters who combat NE Minnesota wildfires requires proper nutritional prep

Working long, intense shifts in extremely hot conditions battling the wildfires in northeast Minnesota can take a physical toll on firefighters. The Forest Service emphasizes getting adequate sleep, hydration, and it even has a nutrition specialist on site to ensure firefighters get the proper diet they need to endure the strenuous conditions.
by Hannah Yang

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