PUBLISHED: APR 13, 2026INDEXED: APR 14, 2026, 2:00 AM

NPR News: 04-13-2026 2AM EDT

Key Takeaways

  • US Navy begins Strait of Hormuz blockade

    President Trump says the US Navy will begin a blockade of the Strait Of Hormuz.

    Dale Willman
  • Iran war triggers global commodity shortages

    People are hurting. They're hurting because of sheer lack of quantities.

    Kristalina Georgieva
  • Viktor Orban loses Hungarian reelection bid

    Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban lost his reelection bid to former ally, Peter Magyore.

    Dale Willman
  • Eric Swalwell suspends California gubernatorial campaign

    Representative Eric Swalwell says he's suspending his campaign for California governor.

    Dale Willman
  • Super Mario Galaxy dominates global box office

    The latest Super Mario movie took the top spot once again in the movie theaters.

    Dale Willman
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