NPR News: 03-13-2026 2PM EDT

What you'll learn

• 1 (00:05) **Israeli Airstrikes Hit Central Beirut** - Israel launches airstrikes in central Beirut as part of its renewed offensive against Hezbollah, following rocket attacks into northern Israel.
• 2 (01:18) **Trump Administration Sues California Over Car Pollution Standards** - The federal government challenges California's authority to set its own car pollution standards, targeting a regulation that would end gasoline car sales by 2035.
• 3 (02:02) **U.S. Economy Grew Slower Than Initially Reported in Q4** - GDP grew at an annual rate of just 0.7% in the fourth quarter, down from the original 1.4% estimate.
• 4 (02:39) **Gasoline Prices Continue to Climb** - The war with Iran pushes oil prices above $90 a barrel, raising average gas prices to $3.63 and diesel to $4.89 per gallon.
• 5 (03:01) **Court Proceedings in Charlie Kirk Assassination Case** - A Utah judge considers whether to open documents and proceedings to the public in the case of Tyler Robinson, accused of killing the conservative activist.
• 6 (03:29) **New Cholesterol Guidelines Call for Earlier Treatment** - The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology recommend additional screening tests and a more aggressive approach to prevention.
• 7 (04:32) **Stock Market Update** - The S&P 500 falls 32 points; the Dow is down 35 points.

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