PoliticsDemonstrators are set to gather in Colombia to protest Abelardo De La Espriella as he takes the oath of office. The right-wing lawyer is being sworn in as the country’s new president. The protest is centered on opposition to his inauguration and presidency.
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SportsUEFA is continuing to pressure FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign despite his apology. The Norwegian football federation has also intensified its challenge by making three separate referrals to the federation’s ethics committee. The developments indicate that UEFA is standing by its boycott rather than accepting Infantino’s apology as a resolution.
EconomyNational Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh discuss the economy “all the time.” Hassett made the remarks on Bloomberg Open Interest. He says he is sure Trump is not telling Warsh what to do about interest rates. The comments focus on the frequency of their conversations and the independence of rate decisions.
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WorldPakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia have concluded a mutual defence agreement. Under the arrangement, an armed attack against any one of the three countries will be treated as an attack against all of them. Saudi Arabia is seeking to broaden its security partnerships after repeated attacks on critical infrastructure during the war in Iran. Further insights are provided from Turkey by France 24 correspondent Jasper Mortimer.
EconomySome Singapore manufacturers are considering operational adjustments after the latest increase in US tariffs. They are nevertheless delaying major decisions about relocating production. Other companies are investing in productivity improvements to absorb the higher costs. The Singapore Business Federation says it has received a handful of inquiries about the situation. NUS Business School Associate Professor Goh Puay Guan outlines the difficulties companies may face when deciding how far to respond.
SportsThe 23 members of Afghanistan’s women’s football team who now live abroad have travelled to New Zealand for a training camp. They are also due to play two unofficial friendly matches against the Cook Islands. Banned from playing in Afghanistan, the players are together for the first time since FIFA ruled in April 2026 that they could represent their country in official matches in the future. Their return to the pitch highlights their campaign for Afghan women’s rights.
TechEuropean startups are putting new aircraft concepts through testing as they seek replacements for aging Canadair planes. Wildfires are placing increasing strain on firefighting fleets, creating demand for updated aerial-response designs. The efforts center on developing aircraft suited to the challenges of future wildfire seasons.
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SportsLocals and visitors in Paris are taking to the Seine for electric foil surfing. The emerging water sport uses powered boards that lift riders above the surface. It is gaining attention as a new way to experience the French capital’s river. Participants describe the sensation as similar to flying.
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Economy‘The Big Money Show’ co-host Jackie DeAngelis examines the July jobs report. The report says the U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs. At the same time, the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1%. The segment presents the figures as a striking development for the American economy and labor market.
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CultureAriana Grande’s look in a new music video has prompted speculation, commentary and a heated debate about public discussion of women’s bodies. The issue is whether there is ever a point at which such scrutiny is justified. The pop star and Wicked actor is one of many public women to face intense attention over appearance. Journalist and author Sarah Ditum considers how celebrity body commentary has changed and whether discussing a woman’s appearance can ever be acceptable.
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EconomySingapore’s National Wages Council will meet on Aug 19 to draw up its annual guidance on pay and employment matters. Its recommendations are expected to be released by the end of October. The council will weigh Singapore’s economic competitiveness and labour-market conditions during its discussions. It will also continue providing guidance on Progressive Wage growth for lower-wage workers. CNA also spoke with Dr Faizal Yahya, a senior research fellow at the NUS Institute of Policy Studies.
EconomyWhite House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says the breakeven hiring rate in the July jobs report is a key focus for him. He says President Donald Trump speaks with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh about the economy frequently, while respecting the central bank’s independence. Hassett also discusses the war in Iran, energy prices and government debt during an appearance on Bloomberg Open Interest.
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PoliticsThe discussion examines whether the Democratic Party’s progressive wing can carry its strength in primary contests into swing-state victories. Stuart Norval welcomes Steven Ekovich, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at American University of Paris. The Michigan Democratic Senate primary is presented as a revealing test of ideological conviction versus electoral pragmatism. Ekovich says progressive candidates have gained force in urban areas and strongly Democratic constituencies, while the challenge is turning that energy into success in competitive swing-state races.
EconomyWealth management has emerged as a shared priority among Singapore’s banks. An analyst says the country’s stability and its appeal to global capital flows are helping the sector expand. The three local banks have completed a strong earnings season. UOB and OCBC reported higher second-quarter profits on Aug 7.
EconomyBlackRock global fixed-income CIO Rick Rieder responds to the July US employment report. He describes the report as “unremarkable” and says the economy is undergoing a “productivity revolution.” Rieder also addresses the outlook for Federal Reserve monetary policy. He explains how BlackRock is currently investing in the fixed-income market.
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CultureMany songs earn praise as soon as they reach the airwaves, but only one can claim the title of song of the summer. SiriusXM radio host Lamar Dawson shares his choice in the feature.
WorldA bomb planted inside a minibus exploded on the outskirts of Damascus, Syria, injuring 14 people, an official said. Some victims suffered injuries so severe that they were initially believed to have died. An earlier video showing an incorrect death toll has been removed.
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HealthA cyclospora outbreak in the United States linked to lettuce used by restaurants has sickened more than 10,000 people, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The illness is discouraging some consumers from dining out or buying fast food. That drop in demand is beginning to weigh on the restaurant sector. Placer.AI researcher R.J. Hottovy discusses the industry’s exposure on Bloomberg The Close.
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SocietyVideo filmed by a civil servant shows capybaras calmly wandering through the entrance hall of the legislative assembly building in Mato Grosso, Brazil. The large rodents regularly make their way over from a nearby park. Nayara Bueno says the animals visit so often that staff have become accustomed to seeing them there.
WorldSaudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have unveiled a defense agreement intended to strengthen military cooperation and regional security. The announcement comes as tensions rise across the Middle East, including the wars in Gaza and Lebanon. Maritime security concerns around the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz are also shaping the regional backdrop. Supporters say the pact will expand cooperation through joint planning, military coordination and strategic collaboration. Analysts see it as part of shifting regional alliances.
CultureEmmy-winning actors Juno Temple and Hannah Waddingham discuss returning to “Ted Lasso” for its fourth season after a three-year hiatus. Temple is back as publicist Keeley Jones, while Waddingham reprises her role as club owner Rebecca Welton. The actors share their thoughts on coming back to the series.
SocietyA judge formally dismissed the Justice Department’s case against former Olympian David Hearn on Thursday. Hearn had been accused of feloniously vandalizing the Reflecting Pool earlier this summer. In his first interview since prosecutors dropped the charges, Hearn and his attorney, Norm Eisen, described the ordeal to CNN’s Kaitlan Collins. Hearn said the experience was not the America he knows.
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EconomyDan Katz, the International Monetary Fund’s first deputy managing director, says Japan has room to move toward policy normalization. He discusses steps the Bank of Japan should take to support the country’s currency and evaluates the direction of its monetary policy. Katz spoke with Bloomberg Television’s Jennifer Zabasajja in Cape Town, South Africa.
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PoliticsThe US Senate has voted to pass the Graham Sanctioning Russia Act. The legislation is intended to increase pressure on Moscow and has advanced through the chamber. The vote is being presented in a live Fox News report.
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