# TPR News Now: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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Podcast: [TPR News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tpr-news-now-7031165)
Published: 2026-05-12T10:59:46+00:00
Episode link: https://www.tpr.org/podcast/tpr-news-now/2026-05-12/tpr-news-now-tuesday-may-12-2026
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