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Gen. Keane: This is why Iran believes it has the ‘upper hand’World

Fox News senior strategic analyst Ret. Gen. Jack Keane examines reports that President Donald Trump changed planes to avoid what was described as a ‘credible’ Iranian threat. Speaking on ‘The Story,’ Keane analyzes why Iran believes it holds the ‘upper hand.’ The segment frames the issue around the reported threat and the broader US-Iran security confrontation.

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The US Is Running Out of Weapons It Needs MostWorld

The program examines the intersection of politics and global business. Former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman warns that the increasingly hardened rhetoric between Washington and Tehran could leave Iran controlling the Strait of Hormuz for the foreseeable future, possibly forever. Representative Jennifer McClellan says she has not received a response from House Speaker Mike Johnson after requesting hearings with major artificial-intelligence executives. The segment also addresses the US weapons situation.

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On This Day: August 11Culture

August 11 is associated with several events in U.S. history. In 1965, deadly riots and looting erupted in Los Angeles’ predominantly Black Watts neighborhood and continued for six days. The Mall of America opened in Bloomington, Minnesota, in 1992. Alex Haley, author of Roots, was born in Ithaca, New York, in 1921, while abstract painter Jackson Pollock died in a Long Island car crash in 1956 at age 44.

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Did Trump hide in a catering truck to board a secret flight?Politics

The Washington Post reports that a secret aircraft swap took place as President Trump left the Nato summit in Turkey last month. The reported change involving Air Force One was linked to a possible threat from Iran, prompting questions about whether Trump used a catering truck to board another flight. The programme also looks ahead to the mid-term elections, considering the Democrats’ rising figures and what they suggest about the party’s political direction.

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Colombia searches for thousands missing after earthquake kills at least 181World

Rescue teams and civilians in Colombia continued a painstaking search through rubble on Tuesday. A powerful earthquake left thousands of people missing across dozens of cities and towns. Those taking part in the effort hoped to locate survivors trapped beneath the debris. The disaster has killed at least 181 people.

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Colombia earthquake death toll tops 200 as rescue efforts intensifyWorld

Emergency crews are urgently searching for survivors after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia. A CNN tally based on official reports puts the death toll above 200. The government has declared a national disaster, while leaders around the world have offered assistance. A senior United Nations worker said food distribution will be vital in the next few days. An Indigenous leader living near the epicenter said their community has still not received help.

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BREAKING: Hundreds dead after 7.4-magnitude earthquake hits ColombiaWorld

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, leaving hundreds dead. Fox News highlights the deadly disaster and the continuing emergency response. Rescue efforts are a central focus as authorities deal with the aftermath. The report also mentions a U.S. Marine veteran released from Russian custody, along with other latest developments.

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VOA Chinese Broadcast: Top News for August 12World29:55

President Trump outlined the current strategy toward Iran, including maintaining existing economic pressure, escalating those measures and taking military action if necessary. Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea on August 11, killing at least three crew members. A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has left at least 130 people dead as rescuers search for survivors. A Syrian court sentenced ousted President Assad and his brother to death in absentia over alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes during the country’s nearly 14-year conflict.

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Syrians celebrate death sentences for Bashar al-Assad and senior officialsWorld

People in Syria’s Deraa have welcomed death sentences handed to former President Bashar al-Assad and senior figures in his security apparatus. The convictions concern war crimes and crimes against humanity. Among those sentenced is Assad’s cousin Atef Najib, who formerly led political security in Deraa and was accused of directing the harsh crackdown on protesters there in 2011. Assad and other senior officials fled to Russia after his government was overthrown in December 2024, making extradition unlikely.

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Bella Ramsey says a TV set was the first place they felt they belongedCulture

Actor Bella Ramsey says the first time they felt at home anywhere was after stepping onto a television set at age 11. Ramsey stars in George Jaques’ coming-of-age film “Sunny Dancer.” The recollection links that early set experience with a sense of finally fitting in. It marks a personal moment of belonging in Ramsey’s account.

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‘GROUNDHOG DAY’: Marine veteran warns about state of US-Iran conflictWorld

Retired Marine Corps Gen. Arnold Punaro warns that the current state of the US-Iran conflict feels like “Groundhog Day.” He discusses the United States’ economic blockade of Iran and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s humanitarian pardon for a US Marine. Punaro made the comments on “America Reports,” where the conflict and related security issues were examined.

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US water systems under cyber attackTech

Dozens of water plants across the United States have reported cyberattacks since the start of summer. Authorities identify Iran as the likely culprit, while the incidents expose questions about weak protection of critical infrastructure. The attacks alarmed officials because they struck systems relied on daily by millions of Americans. They have also prompted scrutiny over who should be held responsible for lax security. The United States has roughly 152,000 public drinking-water systems and more than 16,000 wastewater treatment facilities.

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What Colombia’s earthquake means for its fight against rebels and gangsWorld

Rescue teams are continuing to look for survivors after one of Colombia’s most severe earthquakes in years. More than 200 people have been confirmed dead, while hundreds are injured. Cali is among the cities hit hardest, shortly after hosting the inauguration of newly elected President Abelardo de la Espriella. The right-wing populist, who received an endorsement from US President Donald Trump, has pledged to crack down on drug gangs and armed rebel groups. The disaster comes as that security agenda faces a major test.

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Markets Await CPI as AI Trade Faces Another Test | The CloseEconomy1:32:05

Bloomberg Television presents news and analysis around the final minutes before and after Wall Street’s closing bell. Markets are awaiting CPI data while the artificial-intelligence trade faces another test. Guests include senior figures from RBC Capital Markets, AIG, Khosla Ventures, State Affairs, Vertiv and SiTime, along with equity-market strategists. The program covers derivatives strategy, corporate leadership, venture investment, AI infrastructure and broader stock-market conditions. It is framed as a closing-market discussion featuring views from finance, technology and business executives.

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Apple’s Glass-Centric iPhone Still on Track for 2027 LaunchTech

Apple’s planned glass-centric iPhone remains scheduled for release in 2027, according to Bloomberg. The outlook comes after a Jefferies analyst said supply-chain checks indicated the device had been canceled. Bloomberg Intelligence analyst Anurag Rana says the new design could help raise the iPhone’s average selling price as memory costs increase. Apple is expected to introduce iPhone Pro models next year featuring a new glass-focused appearance, with glass on both the front and back.

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Upper Midwest primaries to test Trump's influencePolitics

Minnesota’s gubernatorial primary is being viewed as a measure of former President Donald Trump’s influence. Trump ally Mike Lindell is one of seven Republicans seeking the nomination. The Republican winner will go on to face Senator Amy Klobuchar in November. The contest is therefore drawing attention as a test of Trump’s standing among Republican voters.

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Nvidia Taps Wall Street for $500 Billion Funding CommitmentEconomy

Nvidia is working with major US investment firms to arrange $500 billion in financing for artificial-intelligence infrastructure. The partners named include Apollo Global Management, Blackstone, BlackRock and Brookfield Asset Management. Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow is set to discuss the financing effort. Intel also raised $20 billion through an upsized share sale, exceeding by one-third the amount it had targeted when announcing the deal Monday morning.

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Bitwise’s Hougan Says Crypto Winter May Be Nearing Its BottomEconomy

Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, says the crypto winter may be approaching its bottom. He discussed the implications of the Coldcard wallet hack on Bloomberg Crypto. In his view, the incident could weaken investors’ confidence in holding assets through self-custody. That loss of confidence may strengthen the case for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. The remarks link a security breach in crypto wallets with a possible shift in investor preferences.

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Former FDA, CDC official discusses Cyclospora outbreak and food safetyHealth

Steve Ostroff, a former acting FDA commissioner and former CDC deputy director, joined the program to discuss when the Cyclospora outbreak became known to the public. The outbreak gained widespread attention in early to mid-July. Reports indicated that government agencies may have known about the issue weeks before it was publicly disclosed. Ostroff spoke with Romaine Bostick about the timeline and broader food safety concerns.

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Ortagus Sees No Evidence US Is on Its ‘Back Heels’ Against IranWorld

Morgan Ortagus, a former deputy presidential special envoy, said she sees no evidence supporting the narrative that the United States is on its “back heels” in negotiations with Iran. She argued that strategic patience currently favors Washington. Ortagus added that military options remain available. In her view, the Iranian regime fears neither the United States nor Israel most, but rather an uprising by its own people.

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AI Makes Crypto Hacks Easier, Ledger Executive SaysTech

Ian Rogers, Ledger’s chief human agency officer, discussed crypto security on Bloomberg Crypto. The community is dealing with a breach involving Coldcard wallets made by Coinkite. Rogers, whose company competes with Coinkite, said artificial intelligence has made attacks on crypto systems easier than ever. His comments came as the industry responds to the wallet breach.

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Pakistan Says Hormuz Deal Is Near as Iran and US Harden PositionsWorld8:58

Pakistan’s defense minister said Iran and the United States are nearing some form of agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. His comments came as both sides appeared to reinforce their positions in negotiations that have remained deadlocked for a long period. Noam Raydan, a senior fellow at the Near East Institute, said available data indicates the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea will continue to serve as essential choke points.

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Bitcoin Will ‘Survive’ Cold Wallet Hack, Galaxy Digital’s Thorn SaysTech

Alex Thorn, Galaxy Digital’s head of firmwide research, said Bitcoin will “survive” the hack involving Coldcard cold wallets. He made the comments while appearing on Bloomberg Crypto with Isabelle Lee and Tim Stenovec. The breach affected Coldcard wallets produced by Coinkite and has shaken the crypto community. An estimated $130 million in Bitcoin was drained from about 7,300 wallet addresses.

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Desperate search for survivors as Colombia earthquake death toll reaches 240World

Rescue teams in Colombia are racing to reach people believed trapped inside damaged buildings and beneath rubble. More than 240 deaths have been confirmed, with most victims reported in Cali and Pereira. The magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck at 07:34 local time on Monday and was felt across hundreds of miles of western Colombia. Aftershocks continued into the following day, while the government declared a state of emergency.

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