NPR News: 12-17-2025 7PM EST

December 18, 2025

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The Format: This is a brisk NPR News hourly roundup anchored by Ryland Barton, weaving correspondent reports into a snapshot of U.S. politics, space exploration, culture, and global incidents with a dispassionate, fact-driven delivery that prioritizes clarity over drama.
The Format: A structured news broadcast featuring solo anchoring and embedded reporter dispatches.
The Key Players:
- Ryland Barton: NPR anchor delivering the segments with professional poise.
- Reporters: Selena Simmons-Duffin (health policy), Nell Greenfieldboyce (NASA nomination), Tamara Keith (White House), Chloe Veltman (theater), delivering specialized insights without host-guest banter.

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1 Live from NPR News in Washington, Ryland Barton reports on four Republicans signing Democratic-led petition
2 NPR's Selena Simmons-Duffin provides context
3 NPR's Nell Greenfield Voice covers confirmation of wealthy private astronaut
4 Timeline of nomination drama
5 Critical timing for NASA leadership
6 NPR's Tamara Keith reports on new plaques along "presidential walk of fame"
7 Specific plaque examples

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