NPR News: 09-26-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
President Trump rejects a short-term Iranian plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while former Kennedy Center employees allege leadership canceled urgent roof repairs to fund cosmetic changes. The report also covers Hurricane Nolo threatening Hawaii and Hurricane Polo approaching Mexico, the Cleveland Orchestra's strike over salary demands, and the White House's move to rescind over $800 million in approved education and health funding.
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Trump rejects Iran's short-term Strait of Hormuz plan
Whistleblowers report Kennedy Center repair delays
Hurricane Nolo churning near Hawaii
Cleveland Orchestra goes on strike
White House cancels $800M in education and health funding
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine
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