NPR News Now – 11-11-2025 6PM EST

Episode Overview

This episode of NPR News Now delivers a concise, five-minute roundup of the day’s most important headlines. It covers the end of a historic federal government shutdown, Veterans Day commemorations in New York City, a nationwide recall of baby formula amid a botulism outbreak, international and domestic legal disputes, and the global surge of NFL fandom. Quick, factual, and to the point, the episode offers listeners a snapshot of national and international developments as of November 11, 2025.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Potential End to the Longest Federal Government Shutdown

[00:15 – 01:07]

• Summary: The U.S. House is set to vote on a deal to end the longest federal government shutdown in history; President Trump has committed to signing the bill.
• Details:
  • The House has been inactive since before the shutdown, which has lasted 42 days.
  • The agreement would fund most agencies through January 30, and select agencies through September.
  • Guarantees back pay to federal workers and reverses shutdown-related firings.
  • Includes a Senate commitment to vote soon on Affordable Care Act subsidies, setting up future healthcare debates.
• Notable Quote:
  • "The agreement funds most of the government through January 30 and select agencies through the end of next September, as well as guarantees back pay to federal workers and reverses firings carried out by the Trump administration while the government was closed."
    — Sam Greenglass, [00:33]

2. Veterans Day Parade in New York City

[01:07 – 01:48]

• Summary: Thousands braved chilly weather and snow to attend New York City’s Veterans Day parade at Madison Square Park.
• Details:
  • Veterans, service members, dignitaries, and local youth groups marched down Fifth Avenue.
  • Parade marshals included Medal of Honor recipient Clint Romesha and astronaut Sunita Williams.
  • Wreaths were laid at 11:11am on November 11, commemorating the end of WWI.
• Notable Quote:
  • "So much meaning from all the people that sacrificed so much to get us the freedom that we have and that we have right now. And people don't appreciate what we have. And it's so important to come out and thank them for what they did."
    — Danny Prince, Navy, Coast Guard, FDNY Veteran, [01:32]

3. Nationwide Baby Formula Recall Amid Infant Botulism Outbreak

[02:04 – 02:58]

• Summary: Formula maker Bihart recalls all products in response to a botulism outbreak that hospitalized at least 15 infants in 12 states.
• Details:
  • No deaths reported.
  • Recall includes Bihart’s Whole Nutrition infant formula and powdered formula pouches.
  • Company cites “too many unanswered questions” as the reason for expanding recall.
  • Bihart urges discarding all their products and is working with the FDA.
• Notable Quote:
  • "The company said its decision to expand the recall to all of its products came amid an ongoing investigation with, quote, too many unanswered questions. It said the safety of infants is its biggest priority."
    — Maria Godoy, [02:32]

4. G7 Meeting Amid Rising International Tensions

[02:58 – 03:12]

• Summary: G7 leaders are gathering in Ontario to address increasing tensions, especially between the U.S. and Canada, over defense and trade.

5. BBC Dispute with President Trump

[03:12 – 03:30]

• Summary: The British government is defending the BBC in a dispute with President Trump, who threatens legal action over edited broadcast content post-2020 election.
• Details:
  • UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy emphasizes the BBC’s trustworthiness while acknowledging "challenges some of its own making."
• Notable Quote:
  • "A trusted source of news and essential to the country."
    — Lisa Nandy, [03:21] (paraphrased)

6. Kansas Newspaper Raid Settlement

[03:30 – 04:34]

• Summary: Marion County, Kansas, will pay $3 million to settle a lawsuit over a controversial raid on a local newspaper and homes in 2023.
• Details:
  • The raid involved a full police force, sheriff's deputies, and led to the confrontation and subsequent death of the publisher’s elderly mother.
  • Raid was based on incorrect suspicions concerning a reporter obtaining legal records.
  • Settlement will be divided among those affected; criminal probes into police misconduct continue.
• Notable Quote:
  • "The agreement does not clear the police chief of criminal charges for allegedly obstructing an investigation of the raids or the city's liability in approving them."
    — Frank Morris, [04:20]

7. NFL’s Growing Global Popularity

[04:34 – 04:53]

• Summary: International enthusiasm for the NFL is surging, as evidenced by 700,000 ticket attempts for a Dolphins vs. Commanders game in Spain.
• Details:
  • Follows similar strong interest for games in other cities.

Memorable Quotes

• Danny Prince (Veteran), [01:32]:
  "So much meaning from all the people that sacrificed so much to get us the freedom that we have and that we have right now. And people don't appreciate what we have. And it's so important to come out and thank them for what they did."
• Lisa Nandy (Culture Secretary, UK), [03:21]:
  "[The BBC is] a trusted source of news and essential to the country."
• Frank Morris (Correspondent), [04:20]:
  "The agreement does not clear the police chief of criminal charges for allegedly obstructing an investigation of the raids or the city's liability in approving them."

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Federal Shutdown Deal: [00:15 – 01:07]
• Veterans Day Parade, NYC: [01:07 – 01:48]
• Baby Formula Recall: [02:04 – 02:58]
• G7 Ontario Meeting: [02:58 – 03:12]
• BBC vs. Trump Dispute: [03:12 – 03:30]
• Kansas Newspaper Raid Settlement: [03:30 – 04:34]
• NFL International Demand: [04:34 – 04:53]

Tone and Language

The reporting remains factual, concise, and neutral, providing listeners with a clear, reliable synopsis of news developments, punctuated by authentic and heartfelt quotes from those directly involved. The episode maintains NPR’s signature straightforward, informative style.