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What are the latest EU‑U.S. tariff threats and how might they affect trade?

Janine Herbst 0:00

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Janine Herbst. French President Emmanuel Macron called on European countries to remain firm and united as President Trump called for 30 percent tariffs on EU products if no deal is reached by August 1st. NPR's Eleanor Beardsley reports the tariff threat came as a surprise and it's a blow

Eleanor Beardsley 0:23

to the bloc's confidence. Europeans were hoping to keep the tariffs at 10% in ongoing negotiations. Trump announced the increase in a letter to European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen, then published it on social media. Analysts say Trump is trying to increase pressure and divide the continent. Some countries want to make a quick deal as the uncertainty is hurting businesses and costing hundreds of millions. In a written response, the commission said it was committed to working towards an agreement, but also said it would take all necessary steps to safeguard EU interests, including the adoption of proportionate countermeasures if required. Eleanor Beardsley, NPR News, Paris.

Why were the Guantanamo plea deals cancelled and what does it mean for the 9/11 trials?

Janine Herbst 1:03

Plea deals with three Guantanamo prisoners accused of the September 11th attacks, including alleged ringleader Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, have been tossed out. That means the long-stalled case will continue toward a death penalty trial. NPR's Sasha Pfeiffer has more.

Sasha Pfeiffer 1:18

Two days after those plea deals were reached last summer, former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin canceled them, saying they caught him by surprise. But a military court judge and military appeals court said Austin couldn't cancel the deals retroactively. Now, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit has ruled that Austin, quote, "...indisputably had legal authority to do so." So the deals are off unless defense attorneys appeal. Brett Eagleson, whose father died on 9-11, calls the ruling a win.

Unknown 1:49

We absolutely need a trial. And a plea deal, a plea bargain, would have taken that right away from us. As Americans, as humans, we have the right for justice. And that's how we get the truth.

Sasha Pfeiffer 2:01

But one Guantanamo defense lawyer says the case could now last until the year 2050.

How is the search progressing for the 170 people missing after the Texas flash floods?

Sasha Pfeiffer 2:07

Sasha Pfeiffer, NPR News.

Janine Herbst 2:09

In Central Texas, the search for more than 170 people still missing since the catastrophic flash flooding is now in its second week, as professional and volunteer searchers from around the country and Mexico comb the challenging banks of the Guadalupe River. Reporter Steve Futterman has more.

Steve Fetterman 2:26

The search is going on with no immediate end in sight. The search area has an enormous footprint covering miles and miles. The crews simply are not finding many additional bodies. It is possible that some of those missing may never be found. I think that reality is beginning to set in here. Last night, a vigil took place at a makeshift memorial that's been set up.

Janine Herbst 2:49

Steve Futterman reporting, at least 120 people died. More rain is forecast for the region today.

How did Prime Day 2025 set new sales records and what does it mean for shoppers?

Janine Herbst 2:55

You're listening to NPR News from Washington. The numbers are in on the big midsummer sale or Prime Day sale. It was launched by Amazon, but embraced by many other rival retailers. And this year, it lasted for four days instead of two. NPR's Alina Selyuk reports shoppers set a new record.

Alina Selyukh 3:20

Across all online stores during Prime Day sales, people spent more than $24 billion, which is more than two Black Fridays worth. That's according to Adobe, which tracks online transactions. People hunted for deals on appliances, electronics, and a lot of back-to-school shopping. Many shoppers say they want to get ahead of potential future price increases.

What historic milestone did Iga Swiatek achieve at Wimbledon 2025?

Alina Selyukh 3:40

if President Trump's tariffs on foreign imports go into effect August 1st, as he has warned. Adobe says the hottest sellers included kids' clothes, home security items, refrigerators and games. Alina Selyuk, NPR News. At

Janine Herbst 3:56

Wimbledon today, Poland's Iga Swantek won the Women's Singles Championship with a 6-0, 6-0 victory over Amanda Anisimova today.

Who will compete in the men’s Wimbledon final and what are the expectations?

Janine Herbst 4:06

It's the first women's final at the tournament in 114 years in which one player failed to claim a single game. It took Swantek just 57 minutes to win, giving her her first Wimbledon title and her sixth Grand Slam title overall.