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Chapter 1: What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Windsor Johnston.
Chapter 2: What happened during the recent earthquake in Venezuela?
Search and rescue operations continue across the capital of Venezuela after a powerful back-to-back earthquake struck the country's northern coast last night. Emergency teams in Caracas worked throughout the night digging through the rubble of collapsed buildings, searching for survivors. Journalist Marie Gratterall describes the moments shortly after the first quake struck the city.
I was at home when the earthquake happened. It was kind of... fast, but it was super strong. So you could actually see the scratches on the walls. You saw and felt how everything was shaking.
The death toll has climbed to at least 164.
Chapter 3: What updates are there on the Kennedy Center lawsuit?
More than 900 others suffered injuries. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is deploying rescue teams and assistance at the direction of President Trump. A federal judge overseeing the Kennedy Center lawsuit says administrators must provide an update on their future plans for the venue.
The judge also wants to know why there's a tarp covering the sign at the front entrance after President Trump's name was removed under court order. NPR's Anastasios Lucas reports.
Judge Christopher Cooper ruled that the Kennedy Center administrators must explain their operations and programming plans no later than July 31st. The Center's current president and CEO, Matt Floka, has told the court that he plans to present the Center's board with several options for both performances and renovations when they meet next month.
Judge Cooper also said that the Kennedy Center must explain the purpose and status of the tarp and scaffolding that have been placed over the front of the arts complex, where until recently President Trump's name had been added above President John F. Kennedy's. Anastasia Tsilakis and PR News.
Chapter 4: How are wildfires affecting communities in the western U.S.?
Crews are continuing to battle large wildfires in nearly a dozen states, mostly in the western U.S., NPR's Kirk Sigler reports fires in Utah have forced thousands of people to evacuate their homes.
The Cottonwood Fire in southern Utah is threatening homes and a mom-and-pop ski area. It went from just a few acres to 10,000 acres in a day, which is not a surprise to fire managers. who have been warning that the West is extraordinarily hot and dry. Utah's Governor Spencer Cox has been pleading with the public to stay vigilant and be careful.
Upwards of three-quarters of most wildfires these days are caused by humans, be it a spark from a semi-truck on dry grass by a highway or an illegal campfire. The weather is forecasted to stay hot, with now an increasing chance for thunderstorms. These could do more bad than good. The rain is badly needed, but the winds and lightning could spark more fires. Kirk Sigler, NPR News. This is NPR.
The U.S. men's national soccer team plays again in the FIFA World Cup today against Turkey, and they could have a key player returning to the lineup after an injury. NPR's Becky Sullivan reports from Los Angeles.
Christian Pulisic took a kick to his calf in a practice before the first U.S. game against Paraguay.
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Chapter 5: What is the current status of the U.S. men's national soccer team?
Then in the game, a Paraguayan defender hit the same spot again. Pulisic had to leave the match and miss the second game against Australia. The U.S. won both games anyway and clinched the top spot in the group and with it, a favorable position in the knockout round. In other words, this match against Turkey doesn't really matter. Still, Pulisic says he's relieved to be available.
I'm feeling good, positive going into it, and hopefully I'll be able to play a part.
The U.S. lineup will look different against Turkey.
Chapter 6: What issues are being raised about the Lincoln Memorial renovation?
The four players who've gotten a yellow card are likely to sit out since picking up another yellow would result in a suspension in the must-win round of 32 game next Wednesday. Becky Sullivan in PR News, Los Angeles.
Congressional Democrats are calling for an investigation into the troubled $16 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Lawmakers demanded answers on Wednesday after the White House repeatedly blamed, without evidence, vandals for peeling paint and other damage. President Trump says six people have been arrested but has provided no details.
Connecticut Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal called the no-bid contracts behind the project a sign of blatant corruption and apparent incompetence. On Wall Street, Dow futures are up 144 points at this hour. I'm Windsor Johnston and PR News in Washington.
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Chapter 7: What are the latest updates from Wall Street?
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