Crowds gathered in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, to watch Europe’s first total solar eclipse in 27 years. A time-lapse captures the moment the eclipse passed over Iceland and darkened the skies.

RReuters2026-08-12 19:21

Pope Leo XIV spoke in Spanish during his weekly audience at St. Peter’s Basilica. He expressed solidarity with Colombian people who have suffered from the effects of the recent earthquake. Leo also said he was praying for the victims and thanked those taking part in rescue efforts. His remarks conveyed support for people affected by the disaster and recognition of those involved in the response.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 19:20

Reykjavik, Iceland, was plunged into complete darkness on 12 August. The dramatic change occurred as the solar eclipse reached totality over the city.

GGuardian News2026-08-12 19:18

Ancora Holdings Group is pursuing the acquisition of H.B. Fuller’s building adhesives unit for up to $1.2 billion. James Chadwick, president of Ancora’s alternatives arm, says the activist investor remains comfortable with the proposal. He characterizes the transaction as a potential “win-win” for shareholders. Chadwick discussed the offer on Bloomberg Deals.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-12 19:10

Sweetgreen CEO Jonathan Neman says the cyclospora outbreak affected the company’s business. The US Food and Drug Administration now says iceberg lettuce is safe to eat again. Neman says Sweetgreen’s supply chain was not affected by the outbreak, and its restaurants do not serve that type of lettuce. He discussed the impact with Bloomberg’s Romaine Bostick.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-12 19:04

Parts of Spain were darkened in broad daylight on Wednesday as the Moon completely covered the Sun. Crowds gathered at locations across the country watched the eclipse with wonder. France 24 correspondent Sarah Morris reported from Segovia, Spain, providing a view of the event from one of the observing sites.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-12 18:55

A student at Maumelle High noticed strange movement inside his football helmet after warmups last week. He handed the equipment to an assistant coach for examination. The inspection uncovered a 2-foot cottonmouth tucked behind some of the padding.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 18:49

A man was killed in Martinez, California, one day after a suspect was released from custody. The Department of Homeland Security is demanding that Gov. Gavin Newsom hand over a Venezuelan illegal immigrant accused of fatally stabbing a retiree. The report focuses on the timing of the release and the subsequent killing. The suspect’s alleged role is presented in connection with the stabbing of the retiree.

FFox News2026-08-12 18:45

Wisconsin Representative Bryan Steil characterized moderate David Crowley and democratic socialist Francesca Hong as “two sides of the same coin.” Crowley recently won an upset victory in the Democratic primary and will face Republican Tom Tiffany in the fall. Steil expects a close contest. He said voters are likely to focus on “kitchen table issues” rather than revisit Tiffany’s position on the 2020 election results.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-12 18:40

Cava Group reported sales growth that exceeded expectations. The restaurant chain benefited from increased customer traffic, while diners also spent more on higher-priced proteins and extras such as pita chips. Bloomberg’s Michael Halen discusses Cava’s results alongside Brinker’s earnings.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-12 18:39

Ukraine says its defence forces conducted what it calls a “unique operation” against port infrastructure in Novorossiysk. Zelenskyy describes the port as Russia’s last major stronghold for its Black Sea fleet. Kyiv says it has struck nearly 200 vessels since late June and warns that fleet-linked infrastructure or boats could also be targeted. Zelenskyy has presented Washington with a plan to end the war, seeking more Patriot interceptor missiles and stronger US pressure on Moscow. Many Ukrainians, however, doubt talks will begin before key elections.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-12 18:35

President Donald Trump says he secretly flew out of Turkey last month after a possible threat from Iran. US media reported that, after the NATO summit in Ankara, he left Air Force One on the tarmac and hid inside a catering truck before boarding another aircraft. Air Force One then departed as what some analysts called a “decoy,” carrying journalists and senior officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and adviser Stephen Miller.

BBBC News2026-08-12 18:30

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is speaking in Panama City. He is addressing the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition conference. The appearance places the U.S. defense chief at a regional gathering focused on counter-cartel cooperation. The event is being covered live.

RReuters2026-08-12 18:22

A live view from Newquay shows people gathering to watch a partial solar eclipse in the United Kingdom.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 18:19

An inflation reading that matched expectations helped lift both stocks and bonds. Although oil prices remain elevated, the data reduced concern that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates imminently. Ed Yardeni, founder of Yardeni Research, says he has increased his S&P 500 target and discusses the market’s accelerating upswing.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-12 18:18

Mount Etna, described as Europe’s largest active volcano, has erupted. Authorities said Comiso Airport in the southern Ragusa province remained closed because volcanic ash was falling. Sicily is a major summer destination, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded on the island as the disruption continued.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 18:09

The Outnumbered panel discusses Sen. Ron Johnson’s push to release Dr. Anthony Fauci’s unredacted text messages. The effort follows allegations that officials at the Department of Health and Human Services blocked access to the records. The panel considers the demand for disclosure and the reaction surrounding those allegations.

FFox News2026-08-12 18:00

Turkey’s parliament has approved a law allowing Kurdish militants to return home under a peace process. The process is intended to end the country’s decades-long conflict with the PKK. The measure has raised hopes among mothers while causing anguish among veterans.

RReuters2026-08-12 18:00

A drone strike in Libya’s Az Zawiya set a petrol storage tank ablaze at the country’s largest oil refinery, while emergency crews worked overnight to contain the fire. The National Oil Corporation called it the fifth attack on energy facilities in recent days and said such sites must remain outside the conflict. Hours later, another drone struck a sub-power station, disabling more than half of its 1,300-megawatt capacity. The outages are worsening power cuts and increasing demand for fuel.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-12 17:57

Live footage shows the solar eclipse from Newquay in the United Kingdom. Viewers can watch the celestial event as it unfolds. The report focuses on the live view from the British location.

GGuardian News2026-08-12 17:39

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is chairing an emergency Cobra committee meeting on the government’s response to extreme heat and fires across the country. Temperatures are expected to rise sharply again. Firefighters remain engaged with a wildfire in the New Forest, Hampshire, which began on Sunday. Crews in Scotland are also still battling a Cairngorms wildfire that started on 15 July. The programme examines the government’s actions and the political pressure facing Burnham.

BBBC News2026-08-12 17:39

Moderate Democrat David Crowley has won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, defeating democratic socialist Francesca Hong. Crowley is seeking to become the state’s first Black governor. He presented himself as the Democrat best positioned to defeat Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in November. The primary result sets Crowley up as the party’s candidate for the governor’s race.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 17:34

CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten reviews several political and public-opinion trends. He says approval is weak across President Trump’s cabinet, with Pete Hegseth’s rating described as “the lowest of the low.” Trump’s net approval on jobs has fallen 32 points since the beginning of his second term. Enten also calls AI data centers “electoral poison” and says 29% of motivated midterm voters support Trump on Iran.

CCNN2026-08-12 17:31

A suicide drone attributed to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces struck a mosque and nearby homes in Khartoum North, highlighting the expanding danger from attacks in the air to civilians. The Sudanese army said its air defenses stopped additional drones targeting Omdurman, while explosions were heard across the capital. Medical sources said drone attacks in Atbara and El-Obeid killed two people and wounded six. Comparable RSF attacks were also reported in May and June, including one involving Khartoum International Airport.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-12 17:31