Transcript
NPR Announcer (0:00)
Congress has approved a White House request to eliminate federal funding for public media. NPR remains committed to our mission of informing the public, increasing your understanding of the world and enriching everyday life. But without federal funding, we are relying on your support now more than ever. Please give today@donate.NPR.org live from NPR News.
Windsor Johnston (0:26)
In Washington, I'm Windsor Johnston. President Trump says he's open to meeting with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. NPR's Franco Ordonez reports. The White House says progress is being made toward ending the three year Russian invasion.
Franco Ordonez (0:45)
President Trump announced on social media that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, just had what he called a highly productive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. White House press Secretary Caroline Levitt later said Trump was open to meeting with Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, citing the post she was responding to a question about a report from the New York Times that Trump told European leaders that he intends to meet with Putin as early as next week. Trump is threatening Russia with heavy sanctions if Moscow doesn't agree to a peace deal with Ukraine in the coming days. Trump has been increasingly frustrated with Putin for not ending the war sooner. Franco Ordonez, NPR News.
Windsor Johnston (1:29)
An investigation is underway after an army sergeant opened fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia today, wounding five soldiers. Brigadier General John Lubas says the shooter was quickly subdued by fellow servicemen.
Brigadier General John Lubas (1:43)
I know that his soldiers in the area that witnessed the shooting immediately and without hesitation tackled the soldiers subdued him. That allowed law enforcement to then take him into custody.
Windsor Johnston (1:56)
Luba says the alleged gunman used a personal handgun, not a military weapon. The wounded soldiers are reported to be in stable condition and recovering. The army says it hasn't speculated on a motive. McDonald's is back in growth mode after months of declines. The fast food giant says its US Business has rebounded recently, helped by special deals and a boost in visits from higher income customers. NPR's Alina Selyuk reports.
Alina Selyuk (2:27)
McDonald's says its sales in the U.S. grew 2.5% in the latest quarter, with global sales rising as well for the first time in over a year. The company credits recent promotions like the return of the crispy chicken strips and meal deals tied to a Minecraft movie. Still, McDonald's CEO says in the US he remains cautious about the overall health of the consumer. That's because people are still not visiting McDonald's as often as they used to, especially lower income shoppers whose visits are down by double digits from last year. In executives note that inflation is eroding wages. People are eating at home more, choosing cheaper items on the menu and generally feeling down on the economy. Alina Selu, NPR News.