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Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Luis Schiavone. The nation's largest commuter railroad is in its third day of a strike affecting an estimated 250,000 people who ride the Long Island Railroad. Daily reporter Stephen Kastenbaum says this is the first weekday commute since workers walked off the job.
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Governor Kathy Hochul gave a pep talk to workers at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's command center on Sunday.
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We didn't want you to leave. You left. You are welcome to come back. I'll provide refreshments, whatever you like.
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She urged Long Islanders to work from home today. Shuttle buses are set to handle those who are needed in person. The governor called on striking unions to come back to the table. Contract talks stalled over raises, health care premiums and proposed work rule changes. For NPR News, I'm Steve Kastenbaum in New York.
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The United Arab Emirates says a fire broke out following a drone strike at its nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi Sunday. The UAE says the attack had no effect on radiation safety levels. Unlike in past attacks, the UAE did not attribute this one directly to Iran. NPR's Aya Batrawi has the latest.
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The United Arab Emirates says the drone struck an electricity generator outside the Baraka nuclear power plant's inner perimeter on Sunday. The International Atomic Energy Agency says it was informed by the UAE that radiation levels remain normal. It says emergency diesel generators are currently providing power to part of the plant, the only one of its kind in the Arabian Peninsula. The UAE says the drone came from its western border, where neighbor Saudi Arabia borders Yemen to the south and Iraq to the far north. In an apparent reference to Iranian proxies, senior Emirati diplomat Anur Gargas wrote on X the attack, quote, whether carried out by the principal perpetrator or through one of its agents, represents a dangerous escalation. Aya Botrawi, NPR News, Dubai.
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Earnings are front and center this week on Wall street, with big companies such as Nvidia and Walmart reporting results. NPR's Rafael Naam reports.
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We are now in the final stretch of the period when companies report their earnings, and so far, profits have been pretty strong. But executives are getting cautious as the war with Iran stretches on. This week, Walmart and Target will be reporting their results, and investors will be keen to find out how those retailers see consumer demand shaping up. One of the big uncertainties about the economy is inflation, especially as gas prices have surged. Another big company reporting earnings will be chip giant Nvidia. As always, investors will be watching how demand for AI is shaping up, given how critical it is for those individuals and companies that are banking heavily on it. Rafael Nam, NPR News.
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Dow futures are lower, Asian stocks move mostly lower, and oil prices are higher, as the president warned Iran on social media. They better get moving fast. There won't be anything left of them. This is npr. The Air Force says a military air crew is in stable condition after a mid air collision at an air show in Idaho. Two military jets appeared to collide during a performance Sunday at the Mountain Home Air Force Base. Four parachutes could be seen floating above the wreckage of the jets after they careened into each other and crashed to the ground. An investigation is underway. One of the biggest wellness trends on social media right now encourages people to boost fiber in their diet. NPR's Maria Godoy has details.
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Only about 1 in 10Americans eat the recommended amount of fiber, which is about 25 to 38 grams a day. And these days, TikTok is filled with videos offering tips on adding fiber to meals. Think nuts and seeds on yogurt or quinoa bowls topped with avocado. Hannah Holscher of the University of Illinois says it's about time fiber had its moment. Because there are a range of health benefits.
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Fiber helps reduce your risk of developing obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer, especially colorectal cancer.
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She says just go slow when ramping up on fiber, too much too soon can lead to bloating and gas and drink plenty of water. Maria Godoy, NPR News.
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China's state media reports that a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Guangxi region in South China. At least two people were killed, others were injured, buildings fell, thousands evacuated. Liuzhou City state media reports a search for the missing concluded with the rescue of a 91 year old man. I'm Luis Schiavone, NPR News.
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