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Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from rehab center to recover at home

NPR | By Sylvia Goodman

Published August 7, 2026 at 5:43 AM CDT

Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was discharged from his rehabilitation center in a Thursday statement, more than 50 days after hospitalization.

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Iran says agreement with Oman for Strait of Hormuz prohibits U.S. and Israeli vessels

Sameer Hashmi, A Martínez

Iran reveals details of an agreement on reopening Strait of Hormuz, but questions remain.
Former U.S. ambassador to Oman talks about the negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz

Leila Fadel

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Marc Sievers, former U.S. ambassador to Oman, about the negotiations between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump issues new orders to limit birthright citizenship, Iran shares details of an agreement with Oman to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Trump under pressure to find a breakthrough with Iran.
Hannah Waddingham talks about the fourth season of 'Ted Lasso'

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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with actor Hannah Waddingham about the fourth season of Ted Lasso, which debuts AFC Richmond's women's soccer team.
Labor Department to release July jobs report Friday

Scott Horsley, A Martínez

The Labor Department will offer an update Friday morning on the U.S. jobs market. After lackluster hiring in June, forecasters expect the report to show a modest pickup in July.