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Clad has been grading NBC News segments since Jun 2026 — 190 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Congress, Foreign Policy. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how NBC News's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Scottish Fans Strain Boston Beer Supplies During 2026 World Cup

Jun 16, 2026

NBC Boston segment examines the influx of Scottish soccer supporters, known as the Tartan Army, into Boston for their 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. It highlights bars running low on beer, including an emergency delivery at the Sam Adams Downtown Taproom and shortages of Tennent's lager at venues like White Bull Tavern and The Dubliner. Fans and owners describe high demand, record sales, and lively but positive atmospheres with kilts and partying. The piece notes distributors temporarily running short after extra orders. Sourcing relies on direct quotes from bar staff, fans, and Boston Beer Company statements about sales volumes and keg counts.

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NBC interviews NY-12 candidate Laura Dunn on impeachment, AI PACs in primary

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers the crowded Democratic primary for New York's 12th District to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler, featuring candidates including Laura Dunn, Jack Schlossberg, George Conway, and Micah Lasher. It discusses super PAC spending from AI companies and Michael Bloomberg. Dunn highlights her federal policy experience and argues impeachment of President Trump should be a day one priority if Democrats retake the House. The host plays a clip of Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries saying Democrats have not ruled out accountability measures but will focus on affordability. Dunn criticizes that stance and discusses AI industry involvement and willingness to work with Trump on housing affordability.

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Boston bars report beer shortages amid Scotland fans at 2026 World Cup

Jun 16, 2026

NBC News segment covers Scottish football fans (Tartan Army) arriving in Boston ahead of their 2026 World Cup matches, with reports of bars and stores running out of popular beers including Sam Adams Boston Lager and Tennent’s. Bar staff and fans describe unprecedented demand, emergency restocks, and a lively atmosphere. The piece features on-site interviews at Sam Adams, White Bull Tavern, and The Dubliner, noting record sales and positive local reactions to the fans’ energy and spending. It ties into Scotland’s opening matches in the Boston area.

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Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope: $4.3B mission set for Aug. 30 launch

Jun 16, 2026

NBC News segment features reporter Denise Chow's access to the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope in a clean room at Goddard. It details the $4.3 billion infrared observatory's wide-field survey capabilities compared to Hubble and JWST, clean-room protocols, and timeline: launch August 30, three months to L2 orbit, first images later in 2026. The five-year mission will capture panoramas of hundreds of millions of stars and billions of galaxies.

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NBC News spotlights ShellBank, WWF's sea turtle DNA database for fighting illegal trade

Jun 16, 2026

The segment introduces ShellBank, described as the world's first comprehensive marine turtle DNA database developed by WWF researchers Dr. Christine Madden Hof and Dr. Michael Jensen. It covers standard threats to sea turtles (habitat loss, bycatch, illegal trade) and highlights how DNA from shells, meat, or eggs can trace origins to specific nesting beaches to aid enforcement. Experts including Dr. Greta Frankham discuss its use for identifying at-risk populations and disrupting trafficking; the report notes WWF's Buyer Beware campaign and international collaboration. The piece relies on on-camera interviews with named WWF scientists, references the project's genesis from hawksbill research in Australia, and states the database held about 2,000 records with 38 countries interested at the time of reporting. It emphasizes cross-border cooperation for conservation outcomes.

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NBC segment accurately previews Georgia, Alabama runoffs and DC primary amid Iran war context

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers Republican runoff elections on June 16, 2026, in Georgia for U.S. Senate (Mike Collins vs. Derek Dooley) and governor (Bert Jones vs. Rick Jackson), plus Alabama's Senate runoff. It includes on-the-ground voter interviews in Georgia on Trump endorsements, attack ads, and issues such as taxes, conservatism, gas prices, and the ongoing war with Iran. Steve Kornacki provides geographic analysis of primary results and key counties. It closes with the Democratic primary for D.C. mayor featuring Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie under ranked-choice voting.

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LAPD Shoots Family Dog During Knicks Celebration Response in Canoga Park

Jun 16, 2026

The NBC News segment covers the shooting of a 2-year-old Golden St. Bernard Doodle named Jamison by LAPD officers on Saturday night in a Canoga Park apartment on Jordan Avenue. Officers responded to reports of a woman screaming; the family states the screams were celebratory over the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship. The video shows the mother grieving beside the dog, with family members describing the incident via interview and FaceTime account. A growing hallway memorial with flowers and cards is shown, and neighbors describe the dog as playful. The report draws on LAPD statements, on-scene family interviews, neighbor comments, and cellphone footage of the aftermath. It highlights the family's call for justice and contrasts the police account of the dog charging with the family's insistence there was no danger.

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NBC News reports on Consumer Reports Uber, Lyft pricing investigation

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers a new Consumer Reports investigation finding that Uber and Lyft often quote different prices for identical trips requested at the same time. Volunteers across multiple states observed median price differences of 50%, with examples like Austin routes ranging $25-$65; NBC conducted its own small test showing 27-37% spreads. Uber attributed variations to real-time factors and denied personalization; Lyft did not comment. The report also references the House Oversight Committee's March 2026 investigation into surveillance pricing and notes companies' use of data for discounts.

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Algae Returns to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool After Renovation

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool turning green due to algae shortly after a major renovation. The Department of the Interior is using ozone technology and hydrogen peroxide treatments with no reported environmental harm. It references the Trump administration's $14 million repainting project aimed at a brighter blue hue. Sourcing relies on a DOI statement to NBC News; no on-camera guests or additional experts appear in the provided transcript.

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Merlin the Duck Viral as Unofficial Mexico World Cup Mascot

Jun 16, 2026

NBC News segment reports on Merlin, a two-year-old duck in Mexico City dressed in a national team jersey and socks. The video shows him waddling amid fans celebrating Mexico's World Cup-opening win and notes the clip's rapid spread online with millions of views and a potential FIFA commercial opportunity. The piece draws from widely circulated social media footage and public sightings; no named experts or anonymous sources are used beyond the general viral narrative, consistent with similar reports from PBS, AP, and Euronews.

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TODAY Show Reports on G7 Iran Deal, B-52 Crash, Newsom Probe, Floods

Jun 16, 2026

The June 16, 2026 episode opened with President Trump at the G7 summit in Geneva touting a new U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding aimed at ending conflict and preventing nuclear weapons. Segments followed on a fatal B-52 bomber crash at Edwards AFB, a DOJ investigation into Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, severe flooding across the South, and Britain's planned social media restrictions for under-16s. Later coverage included Serena and Venus Williams' Wimbledon doubles entry, consumer pricing on ride-share apps, and lighter features on Dolly Parton and Hamilton casting.

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NBC report on Tycen Proper's arrest in White House UFC plot aligns with court docs

Jun 16, 2026

NBC News segment covers the FBI's announcement of the arrest of 19-year-old Tycen Proper (transcript spellings vary) in Ohio on federal charges tied to an alleged plot against a White House UFC event. It details the mother's police call over firearm purchases and online contacts, the quick discovery of rifles, ammunition, and ballistic gear at the home, and the uncovering of a Signal-coordinated group of about 19 people via phone search. The report outlines the group's 'Vanguard of the Old' name, anti-government and anti-Israel views, grievances over Epstein files and data centers, and accelerationist leanings. The broadcast draws from the criminal complaint and court documents, references the FBI investigation and voluntary interview, and notes communications beginning on TikTok in March 2026 before moving to encrypted apps.

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NBC News covers Trump-Iran deal at G7 amid unverified claims and other stories

Jun 16, 2026

The broadcast reports on President Trump's G7 meetings in France, highlighting a framework peace deal with Iran to end conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with interviews from VP Vance and analysis from experts. Segments also cover a B-52 crash killing eight at Edwards AFB, flooding in the South, a Human Rights Campaign report on LGBTQ challenges under the Trump administration, World Cup preparations in Kansas City, and other topics including FISA reauthorization and market reactions.

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Kansas City readies Arrowhead Stadium and businesses for 2026 World Cup

Jun 16, 2026

The NBC News segment covers Kansas City's preparations as host for six 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, renamed Kansas City Stadium. It details field conversions including seat removal for FIFA pitch width, new Bermuda grass, upgraded lighting, and business ramp-ups at venues like Joe's Barbecue and Charlie Hustle apparel.

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NBC Accurately Reports Trump-Zelenskyy G7 Meeting

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers President Trump meeting privately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France. It notes pressure from allies to address Russia's war in Ukraine and includes Trump's post-meeting comments urging a deal due to heavy losses on both sides. The broadcast references the war surpassing World War I in length as of the prior week. Sourcing relies on the president's own statements and standard news context; no named experts or additional graphics are detailed in the provided transcript.

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MSF Reports Persistent Gaps in DRC Ebola Response

Jun 16, 2026

The NBC News clip features an MSF field worker describing conditions during the ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC's Ituri province. The speaker details overwhelming caseloads, late-stage patient arrivals, household-level transmission, community deaths exceeding confirmed cases, and comparisons to the scale of the West Africa epidemic and prior DRC outbreaks. The segment relays firsthand observations from an MSF team member on the ground for three weeks, emphasizing gaps in surveillance and response capacity one month after the May 15, 2026 declaration. It draws on MSF's direct operational experience without additional named experts or official graphics.

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Knicks celebrate 2026 title on Tonight Show with Fallon shoe retirement

Jun 16, 2026

The segment shows the 2026 NBA champion New York Knicks appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Fallon recounts how Knicks player Josh Hart untied his shoe during a playoff game, turning it into a running good-luck charm for the team's run. The team signs the shoe, Hart adds the final signature, and they raise it into the Studio 6B rafters in a lighthearted ceremony. The broadcast draws from the live Tonight Show episode with Fallon as host and Knicks players as guests. It relies on on-stage visuals, player participation, and Fallon's firsthand account rather than external experts or graphics.

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NBC Reports FBI Thwarted Alleged Drone Plot at White House UFC Event

Jun 16, 2026

The segment delivers breaking news that the FBI disrupted an alleged drone attack plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event held on the White House South Lawn. It notes the event drew more than 4,000 attendees, including President Trump on his 80th birthday, Vice President JD Vance, and several cabinet members, and quotes a senior law enforcement official describing the plot as 'quite serious.' The report relies on statements from the FBI via NBC News and an unnamed senior official. No on-air guests or additional graphics are referenced in the provided transcript; the throughline is the successful prevention of the threat to the high-profile gathering.

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Richardson, Texas residents protest Amazon Prime Air drone flights over homes

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers protests in Richardson, Texas over Amazon Prime Air drone deliveries residents describe as a 'drone highway.' A local homeowner complains about audible noise inside homes; the report notes city leaders approved operations last year but some residents say they lacked prior notice. An Amazon spokesperson states the company raised flight altitudes and adjusted paths to lessen residential impacts. Segments focus on noise, privacy, and safety issues with regular overflights near homes and a school. Sourcing includes resident quotes, city approval details, and an official Amazon statement; no on-camera experts or graphics beyond the basic report.

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NBC Reports Meteor Fireball Visible Across Multiple States

Jun 16, 2026

The short NBC News segment shows video of a bright fireball streaking across the sky and states it was seen over homes and highways in Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and additional states. It attributes details to NASA, noting the object traveled at 56,000 mph, was brighter than Venus, and disintegrated. The clip relies on public video footage and direct NASA statements via the American Meteor Society database. No guests appear; the report is concise and centers on the June 14-15, 2026 event captured by NASA cameras.

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NBC report on St. Louis sinkhole under I-44/I-70 verified

Jun 16, 2026

The brief NBC News clip reports a large sinkhole that opened under an elevated section of I-44 and I-70 near downtown St. Louis, exposing structural supports. It notes MoDOT warnings that related interstate closures could last at least a week and mentions a water main break as a suspected factor. The segment draws on standard traffic and official statements without named on-air guests or graphics beyond the basic description. It aligns with the timeline of the June 13-14, 2026, incident near Broadway and Biddle Street.

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NBC report details June 2026 southern floods and World Cup weather disruptions

Jun 16, 2026

The segment covers severe storms and flash flooding across Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, including dramatic rescue footage near Waco on Interstate 35. It also references hail in Pennsylvania, strong winds in Ohio, and tornado threats tied to the ongoing FIFA World Cup. The report cites 18 million people under flood watches, up to 5 inches of rain per hour in spots, and notes England's team sheltering in Kansas City plus the shutdown of Houston's FIFA FanFest. It is filed by NBC's Priscilla Thompson from Houston and frames the events as part of a multi-day severe weather pattern.

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NBC Nightly News covers B-52 crash, Iran deal, Newsom probe, weather events

Jun 15, 2026

The June 15, 2026 episode led with the B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base killing eight and the recent F-18 crash in Washington state. It then covered President Trump's touted memorandum with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear issues, including an interview with Vice President JD Vance. Additional segments addressed Gov. Gavin Newsom's accusations of a DOJ investigation into him and his wife, flash floods in the South, a deadly skydiving plane crash in Missouri, Amazon drone complaints in Texas, a meteor fireball, and a volcanic whirlwind in Hawaii.

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Fox-Roku $22B deal: NBC report aligns with confirmed announcement

Jun 15, 2026

NBC News segment reports Fox Corporation's announced $22 billion acquisition of Roku in a cash-and-stock deal, highlighting access to over 100 million households and ad-platform scale. It discusses strategic fit with Fox's Tubi service, focus on free ad-supported streaming, competition with YouTube, and low expected regulatory hurdles given Fox's position. The report features analyst Natalie Jarvey explaining the move as a bet on FAST services amid streaming wars, referencing recent media consolidation like the Warner Bros.-Paramount deal and Fox's post-Disney strategy under Lachlan Murdoch.

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NBC News Broadcast Covers US-Iran MoU, B-52 Crash, and Breaking Stories

Jun 15, 2026

The June 15 broadcast led with President Trump's announcement of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding to end hostilities, open the Strait of Hormuz, and set up nuclear talks, followed by a full interview with Vice President JD Vance. It covered a fatal B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base killing eight, a helicopter collision in Rio killing singer Oliver Tree and five others, Gulf Coast flooding, a study on GLP-1 medications and reduced exercise, a $3 million Super Mario Bros. sale, and Gavin Newsom's claims of a DOJ probe into him and his wife.

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NBC News covers flash floods in South, severe weather nationwide

Jun 15, 2026

The segment reports on severe storms and flash flooding impacting Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, including dramatic rescue footage from flooded roads near Waco and warnings for up to 18 million people. It places the event in a broader pattern of severe weather with hail in Pennsylvania, strong winds in Ohio, and a tornado threat in Kansas City affecting England's World Cup team and fan events. Reporting draws on on-scene video, eyewitness accounts, and official alerts. The broadcast highlights fast-moving floodwaters stranding vehicles and requiring boat and foot rescues.

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NBC reports Trump Iran deal at G7, Hormuz reopening, oil price drop

Jun 15, 2026

The segment covers President Trump at the G7 summit in France announcing a memorandum of understanding with Iran to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers, and set a framework for nuclear talks. It includes quotes from Trump on the signed deal and partial opening, Macron on the nuclear issue, details on a Friday signing ceremony in Switzerland with VP Vance, disputed service fees, plummeting oil prices around $80/barrel, and no immediate sanctions relief. It also touches on Lebanon tensions with Hezbollah and upcoming meetings with UAE, Egypt, and Qatar leaders. The report relies on Trump statements, senior US officials, Iranian comments, and correspondent Gabe from Geneva; the full agreement text remains unreleased, described as a page and a half.

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Meet the Press Covers Iran Deal Progress, Midterm Polls and Economic Data

Jun 14, 2026

The episode opened with updates on a potential U.S.-Iran agreement to end conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program. Steve Kornacki presented NBC News poll data showing Trump's 42% approval rating, a five-point Democratic lead on the generic ballot and declining national pride at 56%. Interviews followed with Hakeem Jeffries, James Lankford and Raphael Warnock on the deal, midterms, Maine's Graham Platner primary win and voting rights. The panel discussed polls, candidate controversies and White House strategy.

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