Chinese-American writer Han Xiu spoke with Voice of America ahead of her 80th birthday, reflecting on a life spanning the United States, China and Taiwan. She discussed Chinese culture and national identity, describing the conflict between the Nationalists and Communists as a division between humans and ghosts. Han said Taiwan preserved traditional Chinese culture and argued that the Chinese Communist Party’s greatest mistake was abandoning the name “Republic of China.” She also accused Communist forces of using women and children as “human shields” and said artifacts taken away by Chiang Kai-shek were spared destruction during the Cultural Revolution.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-11 03:00

A major search-and-rescue effort is continuing in Colombia after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck on Monday. More than 100 people have died, while communities in several regions have been affected. Edwin Armenta of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in Bogota says further assistance will likely be required as the disaster’s scale becomes clearer. Survivors urgently need shelter and clean water.

CCNA2026-08-11 02:56

The United States continues to regard Southeast Asia as a key priority despite worries about the regional effects of President Donald Trump’s trade policies. US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim described Washington’s intention to strengthen ties with the region. He also outlined its approach to trade, the South China Sea and Myanmar.

CCNA2026-08-11 02:49

Turkiye’s parliament has passed legislation resembling a conditional pardon for thousands of members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party. The measure allows prosecutions or prison terms for some PKK-linked detainees to be suspended for five to 10 years. About 3,500 people are initially expected to be released. People convicted of killings or other serious offences are excluded, as is the group’s imprisoned founder, Abdullah Ocalan. The legislation represents a major step toward ending the four-decade conflict.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-11 02:47

Leading Democrats are confronting a dilemma over the party’s identity as democratic socialists gain influence. The movement has also stumbled amid mounting questions about its agenda. Its growing role is expected to face a test at the polls. The report presents the debate as a challenge for Democrats weighing the influence of radicals and the party’s political direction.

FFox News2026-08-11 02:30

The contiguous United States experienced its hottest month on record last month, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Across the Lower 48 states, July’s average temperature reached 76.89 degrees Fahrenheit, or 24.94 degrees Celsius. That surpassed the previous July record from the Dust Bowl era in 1936 by one-eighth of a degree.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-11 02:30

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and the “Gutfeld!” panel discuss identity politics and the rise of socialism. The headline uses Jussie Smollett as a sarcastic point of comparison, suggesting an openly mocking tone. Their discussion centers on political identity, progressives, Democrats and socialism. The item is framed as political commentary rather than a report of a specific new event.

FFox News2026-08-11 02:29

At least 132 people have died after one of Colombia’s strongest earthquakes in years struck the country. A state of emergency has been declared, while fears remain that people are trapped beneath collapsed buildings and that the death toll could increase. The magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit at 07:34 local time at a depth of 103km, according to Colombia’s geological service. Tremors were felt across hundreds of miles of western Colombia, with many deaths reported in Chocó province.

BBBC News2026-08-11 02:17

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has reportedly killed at least 111 people. The tremor was felt across three neighboring countries, while residents of Cali and Bogota described an unusually long period of shaking. Natural-hazards professor Robert Weiss said the quake’s depth, more than 100 kilometers underground, may have affected its impact. The disaster came weeks after earthquakes in Venezuela reportedly killed thousands.

DDW News2026-08-11 01:58

Fox News host Kayleigh McEnany examines how establishment Democrats are responding to the growing prominence of socialist candidates within the party. Appearing on “Jesse Watters Primetime,” she discusses reactions from Democratic leaders and the broader left wing. The segment focuses on Bernie Sanders, progressives, socialism and the Democratic Party’s internal political debate.

FFox News2026-08-11 01:45

The Washington Post reports that Donald Trump secretly changed planes while departing Turkey. His newer jet, gifted by Qatar, was sent ahead to England, while Trump traveled on an older aircraft. The decision was driven at least partly by security concerns linked to the escalating conflict in Iran. According to the report, Trump’s flight was moved in secret through the use of a catering truck. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins provided details.

CCNN2026-08-11 01:31

Search and rescue operations began early Tuesday in western Colombia after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the region. At least 111 people were killed in the disaster. Hundreds of buildings were damaged or destroyed, while many people remained trapped beneath the debris. Emergency crews were working through the affected area as rescue efforts continued.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-11 01:00

The “Outnumbered” panel examines what it describes as the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America. The discussion also turns to the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary. Panelists address comments by Democratic New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez about woke politics. The segment presents these issues as part of a broader debate over the Democratic Party’s direction.

FFox News2026-08-11 01:00

Israeli Knesset member Ofer Cassif says attacks against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank amount to “state terrorism.” He describes settlers as proxies for the government and occupation forces, arguing that authorities finance, support and encourage their actions. Cassif points to recent assaults on Palestinian communities, including a fire allegedly set by settlers in Um al-Khair last Wednesday. He says people there were “almost burnt to death.”

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-11 00:58

Todd Blanche has taken the oath of office as the United States attorney general. He was welcomed with applause at the Justice Department after the ceremony. Blanche’s confirmation came by a narrow Senate margin, bringing a divisive cabinet fight to a close.

RReuters2026-08-11 00:45

U.S. stocks finished lower as expectations for a deal involving the Strait of Hormuz weakened. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 both slipped, while the Nasdaq fell by about one-third of a percent. Higher crude prices added to concerns that inflation could intensify.

RReuters2026-08-11 00:45

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, leaving cities including Cali and Pereira facing significant damage. The quake is described as the strongest to hit the country this century. Colombia is responding to the destructive event as authorities address the impact across affected urban areas. The disaster has placed the country’s emergency efforts under intense pressure.

RReuters2026-08-11 00:45

On August 10, 1988, U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed legislation granting $20,000 in compensation to Japanese American survivors who had been confined in internment camps during World War II. On the same calendar date in 1846, President James Polk signed an act establishing the Smithsonian Institution in Washington. The item recalls both actions as notable events from American history.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-11 00:30

Taiwan is holding its largest Han Kuang exercise to date to assess the results of recent combat-oriented training. For the first time, authorities slowed mobile networks across broad areas for 30 minutes during the drill, simulating communications disruption after a Chinese attack or a natural disaster. In Taichung, the exercise was combined with an air-raid drill, prompting residents to leave the streets and evacuate. Basic mobile calls remained available, while ATMs, traffic signals, landlines and fixed internet were not affected.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-11 00:21

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has moved six senior military commanders into new positions. Ali Abdollahi was named chief of staff of the Armed Forces, while Ahmad Vahidi was appointed commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Hossein Taeb was selected to lead the Basij paramilitary force. Former IRGC chief Mohsen Rezaei was also made Khamenei’s representative to the Supreme National Security Council. The appointments are being analysed as a sign of an offensive strategy.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-11 00:16

Retired Col. Mike Jernigan, a commander in Operation Iraqi Freedom, discusses the implications of mounting economic pressure on Iran on “America Reports.” The segment frames Iran’s situation through economic pressure, sanctions, oil and national security concerns. It focuses on the possible implications of that pressure without detailing specific measures or figures. The headline presents Iran as facing a serious economic predicament.

FFox News2026-08-11 00:15

Local authorities said a Ukrainian drone strike killed at least 13 people and wounded 75 in Nizhnekamsk, in Russia’s Tatarstan region, on Monday. The attack on the city, deep inside Russia, was described as the deadliest to hit the country in more than two years. Analysts say the offensive capabilities of both sides now appear to be surpassing their air defenses. As a result, more strikes are reaching their targets, damaging critical and economic infrastructure, while civilian deaths rise each week.

CCNN2026-08-11 00:00

At 30, JNA Sales Force co-founder Christian Oh earns roughly S$100,000 a month in rental income from nine properties, including a coffee shop. He discusses what it took to build a six-figure passive-income stream through property. An early setback influenced how he approaches investing. He also shares lessons drawn from his experience as a landlord in an interview with Andrea Heng.

CCNA2026-08-11 00:00

The late edition of “Balance of Power” examines the overlap between politics and global business. Heather Conley says shrinking target options and limited munitions are constraining President Donald Trump’s choices regarding Iran. Hardliners in Tehran are also taking a tougher position. Miriam Vogel says Congress has the authority to create guardrails for artificial intelligence, a subject she discusses in connection with her book, “Governing the Machine.”

BBloomberg Television2026-08-10 23:34