US stocks advanced after data showed that employers unexpectedly cut jobs in July. Oil prices moved unevenly as hopes for a lasting agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained elusive. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, BlackRock’s Rick Rieder and Julia Coronado of MacroPolicy Perspectives assessed the surprising employment report and its implications for the economy and Federal Reserve policy. The program also featured Tanger CEO Stephen Yalof.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 17:32

Israeli forces have withdrawn from Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank after a two-day military operation. Palestinians say the raid caused widespread destruction and injured dozens of people. Residents report that soldiers conducted house-to-house searches, detained more than 70 people, imposed a curfew and turned homes into military positions. The Palestinian Red Crescent says its teams treated dozens of injured people, many of whom were reportedly assaulted during the operation.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-07 17:06

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a defense agreement on Friday. The arrangement would regard an attack on any one of the three countries as an attack on all of them. Officials said the deal strengthens cooperation among the regional powers. It comes as security concerns in the region are growing.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-07 17:02

Punk is being celebrated in Britain 50 years after the movement emerged during the long, hot summer of 1976. More than 300 bands have gathered in Blackpool for the Rebellion Festival. The event began in the 1990s, when punk was starting to fade from public view. Three decades later, Britons in their sixties are rediscovering their disreputable past.

BBBC News2026-08-07 17:00

Chief international correspondent Steve Harrigan reports live from Tel Aviv on possible talks with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The report focuses on diplomatic contacts concerning whether the waterway will be opened. It also warns that Iran could be “hit hard” if the strait remains closed. The coverage places the issue within the broader Middle East context.

FFox News2026-08-07 17:00

Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have concluded a trilateral defence agreement intended to strengthen security cooperation among the three countries. The accord was signed in Mecca during a meeting attended by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Saudi foreign policy analyst Aziz Alghashian examines why Riyadh joined the arrangement.

TTRT World2026-08-07 16:54

Music fans are considering the contenders for the 2026 song of the summer. Jem Aswad, Variety’s executive music editor, offers his view of what makes a hit stand out as the season’s defining track. CBS Mornings hosts Gayle King and Nate Burleson also deliver news, conversation and feature reporting on the weekday program. The segment focuses on the qualities that can elevate a popular song above the rest.

CCBS News2026-08-07 16:48

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have concluded what is described as a landmark defence agreement. The pact is intended to deepen military cooperation and collective security among the three countries. It was signed in Mecca by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agreement calls for closer defence coordination and joint deterrence against external aggression. It comes amid heightened regional tensions, including conflict involving Iran.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-07 16:27

Singapore secured a place in the ASEAN Hyundai Cup semi-finals after drawing 1-1 at home with Indonesia on Friday. Ragnar Oratmangoen put Indonesia ahead in the 47th minute. Ilhan Fandi later restored parity for the hosts. Singapore appeared set to lose Song Ui-young after he received a second yellow card in the 58th minute. A video assistant referee review overturned the red-card decision. Singapore will meet the winner of Group B.

CCNA2026-08-07 16:21

Spain has threatened to respond in kind after Italy introduced temporary border controls following a surge of migrants arriving in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. The dispute is unfolding as forensic teams work to identify dozens who died trying to swim around the border fence into Ceuta. Spanish authorities say police have dismantled one of the largest criminal smuggling networks operating across the Mediterranean. More than 1,300 migrants remain in overcrowded accommodation.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-07 16:08

Kenya’s gender-based violence has left families devastated and seeking accountability. One mother was stabbed to death in front of her children, leaving them orphaned and facing a court process that may last for years. The report also follows the case of 10-year-old Mary Wambui, who was allegedly abused and killed by a neighbor trusted by her family. Three years after her death, her mother continues to relive the loss while pursuing justice.

DDW News2026-08-07 16:08

Isaac Newton viewed time as universal, while Albert Einstein argued that it depends on the observer. Theoretical physicist Brian Greene explains emerging ideas about time, including how speed and gravity produce time dilation and how entropy fits into the mystery.

WWIRED2026-08-07 16:02

Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy said Friday that he will support Todd Blanche’s nomination to become attorney general. Cassidy’s decision likely clears an important path for Blanche’s confirmation. If confirmed, Blanche would lead President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. The statement concerns a pending Senate vote on Trump’s nominee.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-07 16:00

Sen. Bill Cassidy says he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general. Cassidy nevertheless voices concerns about the Justice Department being weaponized, political prosecutions and presidential accountability. Blanche’s confirmation now appears increasingly likely after the Republican senator’s announcement.

FFox News2026-08-07 16:00

Leading Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk says recent youth-led protests have weakened Prime Minister Narendra Modi “terribly.” His hunger strike helped galvanise the movement. Wangchuk told the BBC that the country’s mood shifted after mass demonstrations led to the education minister’s resignation on 25 July. He said young people now feel more confident that they can change things if they choose to, rather than simply accepting everything without resistance.

BBBC News2026-08-07 16:00

A US state court has ordered Meta to pay $567 million and curb some Facebook and Instagram features aimed at children. The court found that the company had created a “public nuisance” that put young users at risk. The ruling is being described as the largest child-safety judgment against Meta. Dozens of other US states are also suing, alleging that the company harmed children and their mental health.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-07 15:53

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy said Friday that he will back Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. His support clears a path for Blanche to win confirmation by a narrow margin. Blanche’s candidacy had been thrown into doubt after weeks of scrutiny over his actions. Cassidy’s decision represents a major victory for President Donald Trump and his senior aides. Blanche could not afford to lose Cassidy’s vote after two Republican senators pledged to oppose him.

CCNN2026-08-07 15:37

Sportswear giant Adidas has expanded its exchange service only days after the new Singapore national team jerseys went on sale. Some fans complained online that names or numbers were missing or slanted, while others said they received the wrong sizes. The brand apologised on Aug 5 as it responded to the complaints.

CCNA2026-08-07 15:36

Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz and Annmarie Hordern examine issues shaping the trading day for Wall Street and Washington decision-makers. The program covers payrolls, bond supply and uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve. Chris Verrone discusses the 10-year yield’s tightest 400-day range. Norman Roule examines how Iran’s demands over the Strait of Hormuz threaten global commerce. The program also considers why artificial-intelligence debt is not all alike.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 15:32

US nonfarm payrolls fell by 23,000 last month, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Friday. Payroll figures for May and June were also revised down by a combined 103,000. The unemployment rate declined to 4.1% as labor force participation continued to weaken, while wage growth slowed. Claudia Sahm of New Century Advisors and Constance Hunter of EIU reacted to the July employment figures.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 15:27

Tanger CEO Stephen Yalof says consumer spending has remained strong during the back-to-school shopping season. Appearing on Bloomberg Open Interest, he says the World Cup contributed to higher retail traffic. Yalof also discusses expectations for the holiday shopping season and the role of artificial intelligence. The conversation focuses on retail activity, seasonal sales prospects and AI.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 15:25

Singapore’s public-housing designs have changed significantly over the decades. They were first shaped by the need to address a severe housing shortage, but later designs also sought to preserve communal memory. Natalie Ong speaks with a Housing & Development Board architect about the effort to ensure Singaporeans live not merely in houses, but in homes.

CCNA2026-08-07 15:24

Dr. Hagai Agmon-Snir spent years in Israel working to advance peace between Israelis and Palestinians. His efforts included tolerance training for Israeli police and a project that taught Arabic to tens of thousands of Israelis. He says that in recent years he has lost hope that conditions will improve. He and his wife have now left Israel permanently.

DDW News2026-08-07 15:19

Abdul El-Sayed’s narrowly projected victory in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary is presented as evidence that progressive candidates can compete strongly. The contest reflects a wider tension reshaping US politics. It is framed as more than a fight between progressive and establishment factions, involving rival views of electoral viability, party identity and foreign policy. Professor Ian Reifowitz argues the result should not be interpreted as a simple verdict on those divisions.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-07 15:18