NPR News: 09-12-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
Iran and Oman are finalizing a deal to temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to stabilize global oil supplies after US diesel prices hit a record high. In domestic politics, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized President Trump’s proposed $5,000 "Trump Dividend," warning that borrowing for the payments would worsen inflation and debt. Additionally, the CIA declassified 71 documents revealing intelligence concerns about the 9/11 attacks prior to the event. On the sports front, Ben Shelton became the first Black man in over 50 years to reach the US Open men’s singles final, where…
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Iran and Oman agree to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Republicans push back on Trump's $5,000 checks
CIA declassifies 9/11 and al-Qaeda documents
Ben Shelton advances to US Open final
Diesel prices hit record high amid Iran war
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