NPR News Now – February 10, 2026, 10PM EST

Episode Overview:
This edition of NPR News Now delivers a concise update on major national and international headlines. The five-minute news bulletin covers a tragic school shooting in Canada, contentious U.S. immigration enforcement, sweeping changes to environmental policy, Ukraine’s efforts to shield its energy supply amid war, political controversy at the National Governors Association, the removal of the pride flag from Stonewall, and a brief cultural spotlight from Bulgaria.

Key News Stories and Discussion Points

1. School Shooting in British Columbia, Canada

• [00:15]
  • Reporter: Ryland Barton
  • Summary:
    • Eight people, including the suspect, are dead after a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia.
    • Two additional deaths discovered at a connected home.
    • Over 25 people injured, two critically.
• Importance: Emphasizes the scale of the tragedy and ongoing investigation.

2. U.S. Immigration Enforcement and Political Fallout

• [00:32]
  • Reporter: Ryland Barton
  • Key Players:
    • Todd Lyons, Head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
    • Trump Administration officials
    • Democrats in Congress
  • Key Developments:
    • ICE is adamant about not being intimidated in enforcing President Trump's immigration agenda.
    • Officers act "with unwavering resolve" despite political controversies.
    • No apology issued after Renee Macklin Goode labeled a domestic terrorist and killed by federal agents.
    • Democrats demand policy restrictions, threatening a DHS shutdown.
    • The Trump administration frames its actions as improving safety.
  • Notable Quote:
    • Todd Lyons: “Let me send a message to anyone who thinks they can intimidate us. You will fail. Despite these perils, our officers continue to execute their mission with unwavering resolve. We are only getting started.” (00:49)

3. End of EPA Climate Regulations

• [01:01]
  • Reporter: Jeff Brady
  • Key Parties:
    • Trump Administration
    • Press Secretary Caroline Levitt
    • Environmental organizations
    • Abigail Dillon, Earth Justice President
  • Update:
    • The Trump Administration plans to end the EPA’s authority to regulate climate-warming greenhouse gases by rescinding the "endangerment finding" from 2009.
    • The "endangerment finding" underpins climate pollution rules for vehicles, power plants, and fossil industries.
  • Notable Quotes:
    • Caroline Levitt (Trump’s Press Secretary):
      • “This will be the largest deregulatory action in American history.” (01:46)
    • Abigail Dillon (Earth Justice):
      • “We will see this administration in court to ensure that our government does its job to protect us.” (02:04)
  • Announcement: Official announcement expected Thursday at the White House.

4. Ukraine Moving Power Stations Underground

• [02:15]
  • Reporter: Eleanor Beardsley (Kyiv)
  • Situation:
    • Ukraine is relocating power substations underground to protect them from Russian attacks.
    • Current progress: One substation secured; a second underway.
    • Each costs tens of millions, expected to take years.
    • Over 1,400 apartment buildings in Kyiv currently lack power/heat.
    • Substations are critical links for thermal and nuclear energy distribution.
  • Public Sentiment: Ukrainians anticipate continued war and vow resilience until Russia is defeated.
  • Notable Description:
    • “Sirens blare on a friggin night in Kyiv as the city prepares for another Russian attack on its civilian and energy infrastructure.” (02:28)

5. Stock Market Brief

• [03:08]
  • Reporter: Ryland Barton
  • Update: S&P 500 closed down 0.3%.

6. National Governors Association Controversy

• [03:08]
  • Reporter: Ryland Barton
  • Event:
    • Bipartisan frustration as President Trump omits some Democrats from National Governors Association event invites.
    • Governor Kevin Stitt (R-OK), association leader, says the group will not formally meet with Trump.

7. Pride Flag Removal at Stonewall, NYC

• [03:08]
  • Reporter: Catalina Gonela (WNYC)
  • Event:
    • Trump Administration ordered the removal of the pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument, citing flag regulation policies.
    • Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoyleman Siegel called the act an attempt to “erase and silence” LGBTQ voices.
    • Defiance planned: flag may be raised soon, despite federal directives.
    • NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani: “New York is the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ rights movement, and no act of erasure will ever change or silence that history.”
  • Notable Quotes:
    • Brad Hoyleman Siegel:
      • “It's not surprising. It's incredibly upsetting. And I'll say this, the LGBT community in New York City is not going to take it standing down.” (03:49)
    • Zoran Mamdani on social media (paraphrased):
      • “No act of erasure will ever change or silence that history.” (04:00)

8. Bulgaria’s Beekeeper Festival

• [04:34]
  • Reporter: Ryland Barton
  • Cultural Spotlight:
    • Bulgarian priests bless honey in honor of Saint Harolambas, the patron saint of beekeepers.
    • Highlights the tradition against growing concerns over pesticides and pollution.
    • Saint Harolambas revered for miraculous healings.

Timestamps for Notable Segments

• [00:15]: British Columbia school shooting details
• [00:49]: Todd Lyons (ICE) message
• [01:46]: Caroline Levitt (Trump Press Secretary) on deregulation
• [02:04]: Abigail Dillon (Earth Justice) vows legal challenge
• [02:28]: Ukraine power infrastructure under attack
• [03:49]: Brad Hoyleman Siegel on Stonewall pride flag removal
• [04:34]: Bulgarian beekeeping festival

Tone & Style:
Direct and urgent, with journalistic clarity and balanced perspectives. Notable for succinct summaries and prominent use of official statements and direct quotes.

For Full Context:
While this summary details the key headlines and moments, listening to the episode provides additional tone and nuance from each correspondent and impacted party.