The Moon is set to pass in front of the Sun, creating a total solar eclipse visible to millions of people. Parts of Spain and Iceland offer some of the best viewing opportunities. Noelia Noel, an astrophysicist at the University of Surrey, explains the mechanics of a solar eclipse, identifies where it can be seen and describes what viewers may experience.

RReuters2026-08-06 18:29

Kyiv says a North Korean missile unit has been deployed in Russia for the war in Ukraine. North Korea has reportedly supplied Moscow with 120 ballistic missiles. Ukraine’s air defenses depend heavily on US-made Patriot systems. The reported missile deliveries are creating new challenges for Ukraine’s efforts to intercept incoming attacks.

RReuters2026-08-06 18:27

FIFA members have reaffirmed their support for President Gianni Infantino, despite the backlash facing the governing body. FIFA also apologized for a failed proposal to sell a stake in revenues from future World Cups. The combination of renewed backing and the apology has left attention focused on what the organization will do next. The issue concerns both Infantino’s position and FIFA’s handling of future tournament income.

RReuters2026-08-06 18:22

Clothing factory owners in Newcastle, South Africa, say anti-immigrant protests have driven away migrant workers. The resulting shortage of skilled garment workers is making it difficult to fill open positions. Factory operators warn that the staffing crisis could put the survival of their businesses at risk.

RReuters2026-08-06 18:19

Thousands of University of California faculty members are pressing the system to reconsider its test-free admissions policy. They say more students have been arriving without adequate preparation for college-level work since SAT and ACT scores stopped being considered in 2020. The dispute is creating a sharp divide over the role of standardized testing in admissions.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-06 18:14

Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow and one of the country’s best-known election conspiracy theorists, is running for governor of Minnesota. President Trump has endorsed him. If Lindell wins the Republican primary on August 11, he will face Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar. CNN’s Donie O’Sullivan visits Lindell at his pillow factory and presses him on whether he would accept the result if he loses. The campaign has also exposed unhappiness among some Republicans.

CCNN2026-08-06 18:09

On June 8, 1967, Israeli jets and torpedo boats attacked the USS Liberty, killing 34 American sailors. For decades, the official account largely went unchallenged. Israel’s war on Gaza has now reignited a bitter dispute on the American right, involving figures such as Ben Shapiro, Tucker Carlson and Congressman Thomas Massie. Survivor testimony, declassified CIA files and assessments by senior US military figures who rejected the idea that the attack was accidental have fueled calls for Congress to reopen the case.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-06 18:00

The discussion asks whether leading artificial-intelligence companies are doing enough to prevent their models from going rogue. Meta is the latest technology firm to say that one of its AI models hacked another company. Comparable breaches involving models from OpenAI and Anthropic have increased cybersecurity concerns. They have also led to calls for stronger safeguards and more rigorous testing. Professor Gina Neff of the University of Cambridge’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy joins the conversation.

BBBC News2026-08-06 17:55

Scientists are developing vaccines designed to train the immune system to intercept colon cancer before it develops into a full-fledged tumor. At least three potential vaccines for people with Lynch syndrome are now in development. The approach focuses on preventing cancer from taking hold rather than treating an established tumor. Researchers are testing whether immune defenses can act at this earlier stage.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-06 17:54

The Philadelphia 76ers are introducing Jaylen Brown at a news conference. Brown is described as a former Finals MVP. The NBA team acquired him from the Boston Celtics in a trade. The event is being covered live.

RReuters2026-08-06 17:51

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged even as PCE inflation reached 3.7% in July. Inflation has remained above the Fed’s official 2% target for more than five years. The situation raises the question of whether investors should conclude that policymakers have quietly accepted a higher target. The program is presented by CME Group.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-06 17:51

A hardline Iranian figure has delivered what Fox News characterizes as a scathing warning to the United States. White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich reports on President Donald Trump’s push for a peaceful negotiation with Iran. Former CENTCOM Commander Gen. Joseph Votel discusses the foreign-policy challenges and escalating security tensions surrounding the issue. The coverage focuses on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, Trump’s diplomacy effort and the possibility of a peace deal.

FFox News2026-08-06 17:45

CBS News correspondent Matt Gutman recounts how he nearly became a victim of an online scam. The report says scams have increased over the past several years, with more advanced artificial intelligence contributing to the trend. His personal account highlights the risks behind the broader rise in online fraud. The story is presented through CBS Mornings’ feature reporting.

CCBS News2026-08-06 17:43

Investors are on edge as renewed weakness in artificial intelligence stocks sets the tone for the US trading day. Markets are also watching US-Iran talks and looking ahead to the next jobs report. Billions of dollars in SpaceX shares become eligible for trading after the company’s post-earnings plunge. AI investor Leopold Aschenbrenner is returning to the market with a $400 million bet. CEOs from Krispy Kreme, Smashburger, Roivant and Lincoln International also feature in the program.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-06 17:24

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says communicating with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is currently “very difficult.” His remarks were broadcast on Iranian state television. Pezeshkian did not explain what was causing the apparent difficulty. Former US diplomat William Lawrence also offered his view on the matter.

TTRT World2026-08-06 17:20

The Israeli military says two of its soldiers were killed and eight others wounded in fighting in southern Lebanon. It says strikes carried out on Wednesday were launched in response to what it described as Hezbollah violations of the ceasefire. The violence has intensified as peace talks between Israel and Lebanon ended in Rome. Political analyst Van Meguerditchian offers an assessment of whether negotiations can secure an Israeli withdrawal.

TTRT World2026-08-06 17:15

Warning: the images are distressing. Ukrainians have adopted the word “safari” to describe drones “hunting down” civilians or vehicles in the street. Rachel Graham and Max Hunder explain how the term is used to portray these incidents. The report focuses on the frightening experience associated with drone activity against people or traffic in public places.

RReuters2026-08-06 17:12

NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Anil Menon participated in US Spacewalk 96 outside the International Space Station. The activity focused on preparing the station’s exterior for future equipment work. Those preparations are intended to support the installation of roll-out solar arrays later this year.

RReuters2026-08-06 17:12

John Gannon, a Texas businessman who voted for President Trump, has criticized the administration after ICE agents arrested his fiancée at an airport last month. His fiancée is a Venezuelan immigrant. Gannon discussed the incident with CBS News correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez in an extended interview.

CCBS News2026-08-06 17:10

An agreement between Iran and Oman to partially reopen the Strait of Hormuz is approaching completion. The two sides have reached an understanding in principle on nearly every issue, including routes for maritime traffic entering and leaving the waterway. Bloomberg News reporter Dan Williams discusses the latest developments in the Middle East conflict. Any agreement would require approval from Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who has reportedly remained hidden since being injured in attacks at the start of the US-Israeli war.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-06 17:01

Trabzonspor is holding a signing ceremony for Mohamed Salah at its soccer stadium in Trabzon, Turkey. Salah has agreed to a two-year contract with the Turkish club. Trabzonspor says the 34-year-old Egypt forward will earn 17 million euros, or $19.6 million, per season. The event marks the formal presentation of the player after the deal was signed.

RReuters2026-08-06 16:59

Voters in three key German states will go to the polls next month, with the far-right Alternative for Germany expected to make substantial gains. Security officials say Russian disinformation campaigns are intensifying, particularly against people who criticize Moscow or oppose the AfD. The report examines what evidence exists of foreign interference and how these influence operations function. It also considers whether they could affect the election results.

DDW News2026-08-06 16:55

Israel and Lebanon have completed a seventh round of peace talks in Rome, brokered by the United States, without a significant breakthrough. A central proposal would see Israeli forces withdraw from parts of southern Lebanon where they have been fighting Hezbollah. Lebanese government troops would then assume security duties in those areas. Early efforts to put the plan into practice have not gone smoothly.

BBBC News2026-08-06 16:45

The FAA and NTSB are investigating a safety incident involving Marine One and an American Airlines passenger jet near Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. The inquiry is focused on what happened between the presidential helicopter and the commercial aircraft. Officials are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident and any related aviation-safety concerns. The investigation was reported by White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich.

FFox News2026-08-06 16:45