NPR News: 07-12-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran fired on a ship and the U.S. struck coastal targets, jeopardizing a ceasefire. In Maine politics, Senator Susan Collins campaigns following her opponent’s withdrawal over rape allegations, while Houston activists educate businesses on ICE rights after an immigrant’s death. The broadcast also reports on a deadly Toronto shooting, Argentina’s World Cup win, the Wimbledon final, and the sale of the Seattle Seahawks.
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and U.S. military response
Maine Senate race: Susan Collins campaigns after opponent drops out
Houston activists educate community on ICE rights after killing
Shooting at Toronto street festival leaves two dead
World Cup results and Wimbledon men's final preview
Seattle Seahawks sold to Kolsva Family Investment Group
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