NPR News: 07-28-2025 10PM EDT

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NPR News Now: July 29, 2025

Live from Washington, Windsor Johnston brings you the latest updates across national and international headlines.

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1. Shooting in Midtown Manhattan

At [00:11], Windsor Johnston reported a tragic incident in midtown Manhattan:

The New York City Police Department is expected to hold a press conference at this hour to provide more details about a shooting that took place tonight in midtown Manhattan. The incident occurred at a building that includes Blackstone headquarters, a major private equity firm, and asset manager. Mayor Eric Adams stated, "Multiple people were injured and an investigation into the shooting is ongoing." The NYPD confirmed that the suspected shooter is dead.

2. US and European Union Reach Trade Deal Framework

Continuing the economic discourse, Rafael Nam provided insights into the newly agreed framework for a US-EU trade deal:

[00:25] Rafael Nam reported, "President Trump and the European Union have agreed to a framework for a new trade deal." However, key concerns remain regarding the impact of tariffs on the US economy.

3. Impact of Tariffs on the US Economy

At [01:03], Rafael Nam delved deeper into the tariff situation:

Rafael Nam emphasized, "It's a critical week for the US Policy on tariffs." President Trump is threatening higher tariffs for any country that doesn't agree to a trade deal by Friday. This deadline coincides with the release of crucial economic indicators:

• Wednesday: US Economy growth report for the latest quarter.
• Thursday: Key inflation gauge monitored by the Federal Reserve, indicating tariff effects on prices.
• Friday: Latest employment report, highlighting the solid yet potentially unsustainable labor market.

4. Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

Windsor Johnston shifted focus to the Middle East at [01:46]:

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with most aid being blocked before reaching civilians and many distribution sites remaining inaccessible. Dr. Nick Maynard, a surgeon volunteering at Nasser Hospital in Gaza, shared his concerns:

[02:07] Dr. Nick Maynard stated, "They're all weak. They're all tired, they're all hungry, they're all getting ill. It undoubtedly has an impact on their ability to work, but they are carrying on, working heroically in my view, sometimes for 24-hour shifts." This underscores the dire conditions faced by healthcare workers on the ground.

5. Ceasefire Between Thailand and Cambodia

In [02:21], Windsor Johnston reported on Southeast Asia:

A ceasefire has been brokered between Thailand and Cambodia following a deadly dispute. Michael Sullivan provided detailed coverage:

[02:40] Michael Sullivan explained, "Both Thailand and Cambodia accuse each other of starting the fighting, which began on Thursday after months of simmering tension over the disputed border between the two countries." President Trump intervened by calling the prime ministers of both nations, urging an end to the conflict and warning that failure to secure a favorable trade deal by August 1st could have repercussions.

6. Spirit Airlines to Demote or Furlough Pilots

Back in the United States, Windsor Johnston covered significant developments in the aviation industry at [03:06]:

Spirit Airlines has announced plans to demote or furlough hundreds of pilots. The company aims to reduce its flight schedule and restore profitability, with changes set to take effect on November 1st. This comes after Spirit filed for bankruptcy protection, signaling a challenging period for the low-cost carrier.

7. Lifestyle Changes Enhance Memory in Older Adults

Health news took center stage with John Hamilton reporting at [03:48]:

A new study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International meeting in Toronto highlights that lifestyle modifications can significantly improve memory and cognitive function in individuals aged 60 to 79. The study involved over 2,100 participants:

• Half created their own health programs.
• Half engaged in aerobic exercise four times a week, adhered to a heart-healthy diet, and participated in online brain training.

Laura Baker of Wake Forest University shared, "These people are obtaining cognitive function scores that are similar to people who are one to two years younger than they are." The findings were also published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, suggesting promising avenues for mitigating cognitive decline.

8. Deion Sanders Announces He Is Cancer-Free

In a personal and uplifting note, Windsor Johnston shared at [04:28]:

University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders announced that he is cancer-free following surgery to remove a bladder tumor. The 57-year-old former NFL star expressed optimism about his recovery:

"Since the surgery, there have been no traces of cancer, and I'll continue to coach this season," Sanders affirmed, highlighting his resilience and dedication to his team.

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[Windsor Johnston]

[e-mail] Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Windsor Johnston. The New York City Police Department is expected to hold a press conference at this hour to provide more details about a shooting that took place tonight in midtown Manhattan. The incident occurred at a building that includes Blackstone headquarters, a major private equity firm, and asset manager. Mayor Eric Adams says multiple people were injured and an investigation into the shooting is ongoing. The NYPD says the suspected shooter is dead. President Trump and the European Union have agreed to a framework for a new trade deal. NPR's Rafael Nam reports. One of the big questions is what kind of impact tariffs will ultimately have on the US Economy.

[Rafael Nam]

It's a critical week for the US Policy on tariffs. President Trump is threatening higher tariffs for any country that doesn't agree to a trade deal by Friday. That deadline comes in a week when we'll get some critical clues about how tariffs are impacting the economy. On Wednesday, the US Will report how much the economy grew in the most recent quarter. Then on Thursday, we'll get a key inflation gauge closely tracked by the Federal Reserve. The report will give an update on how much tariffs are affecting prices. And on Friday, we'll get the latest employment report. So far, the labor market has remained solid, but there are doubts about how long that can last. Rafael Nahm, NPR News.

[Windsor Johnston]

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is growing more dire. Most aid is being blocked before it reaches civilians, and many distribution sites remain too dangerous to access. Dr. Nick Maynard, a surgeon who volunteered at the hard hit Nasser in Gaza, says health care workers are facing extreme hunger.

[Dr. Nick Maynard]

They're all weak. They're all tired, they're all hungry, they're all getting ill. It undoubtedly has an impact on their ability to work, but they are carrying on, working heroically in my view, sometimes for 24 hour shifts.

[Windsor Johnston]

President Trump broke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today, saying people in Gaza are suffering despite Netanyahu's claims to the contrary. A ceasefire is now in effect between Thailand and Cambodia. Michael Sullivan reports. The dispute claimed more than 30 lives on both sides of the border.

[Michael Sullivan]

Both Thailand and Cambodia accuse each other of starting the fighting, which began on Thursday after months of simmering tension over the disputed border between the two countries. President Trump called the prime ministers of both countries this weekend, urging a swift end to the fighting, warning both they would not secure a favorable trade deal with the US by his August 1st deadline without one.

[Windsor Johnston]

That's Michael Sullivan reporting from Chiang Rai, Thailand. This is NPR News in Washington. Spirit Airlines has announced plans to demote or furlough hundreds of pilots. The company says the decision will allow it to fly a smaller flight schedule and restore its profitability. The downsizing is scheduled to take effect on November 1, a year. Spirit filed for bankruptcy protection. A new study finds that lifestyle changes can improve the memory and thinking of people in their 60s and 70s. NPR's John Hamilton reports from the Alzheimer's Association International meeting in Toronto.

[John Hamilton]

The study involved more than 2100 people from 60 to 79 who did not exercise regularly or follow a healthful diet. Half devised their own program for a healthier lifestyle. The other half did aerobic exercise four times a week, followed a heart healthy diet and did online brain training. Laura Baker of Wake Forest University says after two years, people in the intensive program did much better.

[Laura Baker]

These people are obtaining cognitive function scores that are similar to people who are one to two years younger than they are.

[John Hamilton]

The results were reported at the Alzheimer's Conference and in the Journal of the American Medical Association. John Hamilton, NPR News.

[Windsor Johnston]

University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders says he's cancer free. The former NFL star announced today that he had undergone surgery to remove his bladder after his doctors discovered a tumor there. The 57 year old says since the surgery there have been no traces of cancer and that he'll continue to coach this season. I'm Windsor Johnston, NPR News, in Washington.

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