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Who is the alleged shooter of conservative organizer Charlie Kirk and what is the investigation uncovering?

Nora Rahm 0:00
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Nora Rahm. We're learning more about the alleged shooter of conservative organizer Charlie Kirk. Tyler Robinson is not talking with investigators, but his roommate is helping authorities. NPR's Luke Garrett reports.
Jamie Raskin 0:31
Roommate, along with Robinson's family, are all assisting the authorities in their investigation. But the Utah governor says Robinson himself has not admitted to the assassination.
Unknown 0:45
He expects more information.
Jamie Raskin 0:47
To be released Tuesday when the FBI forensic report is filed in court. And top of mind for Cox is learning how Robinson, who he says was a 4.0 student from a close-knit family, ended up in this situation.

What happened at Britain’s biggest far‑right rally in London and why did Elon Musk weigh in?

Jamie Raskin 0:57
Cox also criticized social media companies for stoking conflict and he compared their products to fentanyl. Luke Garrett, NPR News, Washington.
Nora Rahm 1:06
A far right rally in London drew enormous crowds this weekend. Police believe as many as one hundred fifty thousand marchers attended yesterday's demonstration and Організба анти іммігрант анти-іслам активіст Томі Робінсон Фікі Барка репорт.
Vicki Barker 1:23
At this Britain's biggest far right demonstration in modern times, surprise guest Elon Musk, speaking remotely, said Britain needs a revolution, and he warned
Elon Musk 1:34
whether you choose violence or not, violence is coming to you. You either fight back? Or you die.
Vicki Barker 1:41
Other speakers warned that Europe's white Christians were being replaced by Muslims and non white migrants.

How are U.S. and Chinese officials handling the latest round of trade talks in Madrid?

Vicki Barker 1:49
Scotland Yard says twenty-six police officers were injured, four seriously in clashes with some protesters. About 5,000 people joined a nearby counter-protest organized by Stand Up to Racism. For NPR News, I'm Vicky Barker in London.
Nora Rahm 2:06
US and Chinese officials are meeting in Madrid for the latest round of trade talks between the world's two biggest economies. The BBC's Tom Bailey has more.
Tom Bailey 2:16
Relations between Washington and Beijing have been on something of a roller coaster ride since President Trump's return to office, with an early flurry of tariffs on each other's exports, followed by a push to boost dialogue and avoid an all-out trade war. Last month both sides agreed to extend a tariff truce until at least November, under which some measures due to be imposed were paused. The most likely outcome from This round of talks is expected to be another extension of a deadline for the social media platform TikTok's Chinese owners to divest its US operations by next week or face a shutdown in the country.

What insights does Pope Leo share about his identity, the role of the Holy See, and global conflict?

Nora Rahm 2:54
The BBC's Tom Bailey reporting This is NPR News in Washington. Pope Leo marks his seventieth birthday today. He was met with giant banners bearing the words Happy Birthday from the attendees at Mass at St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. This comes with the publication of Pope Leo's first interview since he became the first American pontiff. NPR's Ruth Sherlock reports.
Ruth Sherlock 3:19
In his wide-ranging interview with the Catholic news outlet Crux, Pope Leo discusses his sense of identity, saying he feels American, but that Peru remains part of him after he spent half his ministerial life there. He describes the papacy as a quote huge learning curve, but says the pastoral aspects of the role are familiar. Pope Leo speaks of the Holy See's role as a neutral mediator in conflicts, but also says different actors have to push hard enough at times to make the warring side say enough is enough.

Which TV shows and performers are leading the Emmy nominations this year?

Ruth Sherlock 3:51
He says the United Nations has at this time lost its ability to bring people together in multilateral negotiations. But he says, in these times of apparent polarization in the world, people cannot give up hope to overcome violence and hatred. Ruth Sherlock, MPR News, Rome.
Nora Rahm 4:08
The Emmys will be awarded tonight to honor the best in primetime television. The science fiction thriller Severance has the largest number of nominations this year, including for Best Drama. The Pit is also nominated in that category. Its executive producer and star Noah Weill is favored to win an acting Emmy. At seventy seven, Kathy Bates could make history as the oldest woman to win best actress in a drama for her performance in Matlock.

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