NPR News: 12-27-2025 6AM EST
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What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Giles Snyder.
What updates are there on the major snowstorm affecting New York and New Jersey?
New York Governor Kathy Hochul says utility crews are on standby because of that major snowstorm slamming the region.
We are very aggressive about deploying utility crews even before a storm hits. So they're pre-positioned, and if they need to activate, they can make sure that we get the power on as soon as humanly possible.
Hochul and the governor of New Jersey have declared states of emergency, warning of treacherous road conditions. The National Weather Service has posted ice and winter storm warnings, saying some of the heaviest snow will fall in Long Island and the Hudson Valley. Flight cancellations and delays are mounting. The flight tracking website, FlightAware.com, says more than 800 flights have been canceled so far today in the U.S., and there are hundreds of delays.
How is Southern California responding to recent heavy rain and flooding?
In rain-drenched Southern California, there were more downpours on the day after Christmas, but the intensity of the storms is diminishing, Steve Futterman reports.
The storms may be less intense, but with the ground and hillsides already waterlogged, it didn't take much to cause new flooding along with more mudslides and rockslides. Some intersections again filled with water and became hard to drive through. In a few areas, there are still power outages. The next few days should bring some relief.
What are the latest developments regarding Ukraine and Russian attacks?
Yeah, we're definitely improving. Dave Gomberg is with the National Weather Service. We'll start to see the shower activity decrease.
start to decrease in coverage and intensity.
This has been one of the wettest Christmas weeks ever. Some areas have received more than 15 inches of rain.
What security measures are being implemented in New Orleans for upcoming events?
There have been several deaths. One of the hardest hit areas has been the small mountain town of Wrightwood, where many homes suffered extensive damage. For NPR News, I'm Steve Futterman in Los Angeles.
Ukraine's capital came under another Russian missile and drone attack overnight. Explosions are reported to have rocked Kiev for hours ahead of tomorrow's meeting in Florida between President Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 350 National Guard troops will be mobilized to New Orleans through the end of February to provide extra security during major events. In a statement, the Defense Department has confirmed that the federally funded troops, including some now stationed in Washington, D.C., will deploy to support law enforcement efforts for New Year's, the Sugar Bowl, and Mardi Gras.
What is the current status of the ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia?
Mel Bridges with Member Station WWNO reports.
A spokesperson for the Louisiana National Guard confirmed deployment should start around the 30th. This comes after New Orleans safety officials requested more federal presence in the city during those events, citing the terror attacks on New Year's Day and an alleged terrorist plot that authorities say was recently thwarted. Governor Jeff Landry had also previously requested 1,000 federally funded troops to New Orleans in September. This is separate from the federal immigration sweep currently happening in southeastern Louisiana. For NPR News, I'm Elle Bridges.
And you're listening to NPR News. A second ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia is now in effect. Clashes and a long-running border dispute reignited earlier this month after a ceasefire that President Trump helped to negotiate broke down.
How is the NBA trying to attract more female fans through collaborations?
This latest ceasefire halts military movements and airspace violations and includes the repatriation of 18 Cambodian soldiers held by Thailand if the ceasefire is not broken for 72 hours. In Japan, a massive pileup in snowy weather has killed two people and injured more than two dozen others. Police say the pileup on an expressway northwest of Tokyo involved more than 50 vehicles. Authorities say it started with a collision between two trucks. Basketball fans tend to skew younger and more diverse than those of other major league sports. And now the NBA hopes to attract more women by working with online creators with predominantly a female following, as NPR's Netta Ulabi reports.
The nail artist Vivian Zu-Rehi promotes the National Basketball Association on her social media feed.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:00–0:04
2
What updates are there on the major snowstorm affecting New York and New Jersey?
0:04–0:49
3
How is Southern California responding to recent heavy rain and flooding?
0:49–1:20
4
What are the latest developments regarding Ukraine and Russian attacks?
1:20–1:35
5
What security measures are being implemented in New Orleans for upcoming events?
1:35–2:22
6
What is the current status of the ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia?
2:22–3:14
7
How is the NBA trying to attract more female fans through collaborations?
3:14–4:40