HUD Secretary Scott Turner says the Trump administration is pursuing a crackdown on alleged fraud and accuses Los Angeles of misusing taxpayer funds intended to address homelessness.

FFox News2026-08-13 03:00

After last month’s NATO summit in Turkey, journalists and staff thought they were flying with the US president aboard Air Force One. Donald Trump had instead been secretly moved to another plane following a possible missile threat, without informing those who remained. The episode has prompted questions about security, secrecy and who was entitled to know.

DDW News2026-08-13 03:00

Live footage shows Kilauea, Hawaii’s most active volcano, erupting.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-13 02:48

Millions across western Europe gathered for a rare solar eclipse, with the Moon fully blocking the Sun for several minutes along the path of totality. Northern Spain had some of the best views, while about 90% of the Sun was obscured in London, where hundreds watched from Primrose Hill and joined festivities.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-13 02:39

David Ubilava, an economics associate professor at the University of Sydney, says El Nino-linked extreme weather could disrupt crop production in several countries, adding to pressure on global food security and prices. He describes existing strains combined with the developing El Nino as a “perfect storm” and warns governments may restrict rice exports if projected weather shocks occur.

CCNA2026-08-13 02:39

Tickets for Singapore’s ASEAN Hyundai Cup semi-final first leg against Thailand sold out in about seven minutes, despite costing up to S$49 originally. Resale listings reached S$1,500, while local fan group Singer Brigade condemned the scalping.

CCNA2026-08-13 02:19

Malaysian police rescued two Singaporeans abducted and held for ransom in Johor Bahru, arresting five Malaysians over the case. The victims were found during an intercepted handover of an alleged S$25,000 ransom near Nusa Bestari; both were later detained over drug and immigration offences.

CCNA2026-08-13 02:15

Karoline Leavitt calls her service as White House press secretary the “honor of a lifetime.” President Donald Trump says she will remain a top outside adviser and an influential voice in the Republican Party.

FFox News2026-08-13 02:15

More than 48 hours after the earthquake, emergency crews in Colombia continue working around the clock through the rubble to search for survivors and bodies. The government has declared a national emergency and appealed for international assistance.

DDW News2026-08-13 02:00

On The Story, Jeremy Hunt and Jose Aristimuno discussed disputed statements from progressive Democrats.

FFox News2026-08-13 01:30

Afghanistan’s child hunger crisis is deepening, with 3.7 million children under five expected to face acute malnutrition this year, up 14 percent from 2022. The World Food Programme says 12 provinces have reached critical levels, while babies under two make up 80 percent of the most severe cases. Food shortages, drought, disease, conflict, unemployment and rising prices are driving the crisis, as funding cuts force hundreds of health facilities to reduce malnutrition treatment.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-13 01:24

A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Iran could “prolong” its war with the US until Donald Trump leaves office. Reopening the Strait of Hormuz is becoming more urgent as the International Energy Agency warns that global oil stockpiles are rapidly shrinking. Traffic through the waterway remains minimal despite Trump’s insistence that it is open and under US control.

CCNN2026-08-13 01:24

Former US serviceman Robert Gilman was pardoned by Russia and returned to the United States after four years in Russian custody. Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin permitted the release on humanitarian grounds, with no Russian detainees exchanged. DW examines whether the decision reflected the Trump-Putin relationship.

DDW News2026-08-13 01:00

Israeli settlers have surrounded and blockaded three Palestinian families inside their homes in the occupied West Bank as an effort to take their land continues. Footage from a village south of Nablus shows settlers and soldiers encircling one house. Families say rocks and tents have blocked entrances since Sunday, while Israeli forces have not cleared them.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-13 00:47

Minnesota police say a man killed his wife and their 7-year-old daughter at a daycare. Investigators also suspect him of killing a 78-year-old relative in a separate attack. The 41-year-old father fatally shot himself after stabbing his wife and child. The killings occurred at a home in Hopkins where the wife operated a daycare. Police provided the account Wednesday.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-13 00:22

The Reserve Bank of Australia is operating in a complicated economic environment. Policymakers have raised interest rates three times this year to offset a global energy shock linked to the Iran war. Those increases have fully reversed the easing delivered in 2025, which was intended to bring inflation back toward the bank’s 2% to 3% target. Assistant Governor Christopher Kent is central to advising the RBA Board and tracking how policy decisions pass through financial markets and the wider economy.

RReuters2026-08-13 00:19

Fox News host Kayleigh McEnany analyzes the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary election. Progressive candidate Francesca Hong was eliminated in the contest. The discussion also points to victories by socialist candidates in other states. The segment aired on “Jesse Watters Primetime,” framing the results through a broader debate over socialism and progressive politics.

FFox News2026-08-13 00:08

“Balance of Power: Late Edition” examines the intersection of politics and global business. Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty reviews recent Republican primary results, including the defeat of Trump-endorsed Mike Lindell in Minnesota’s governor’s race. Representative Mark Pocan discusses Wisconsin’s closely fought Democratic gubernatorial primary. David Crowley narrowly defeated Francesca Hong by only a few thousand votes. The program frames these contests as part of the parties’ preparations for the 2026 midterms.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-13 00:03

Millions of people looked skyward as a total solar eclipse crossed Europe. Viewers gathered in crowded beaches and mountain observatories to witness the event. The eclipse’s path extended from the Arctic toward the Mediterranean. Spain offered some of the most dramatic views. For many who watched, the spectacle was described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

DDW News2026-08-13 00:00

Fox News senior strategic analyst Ret. Gen. Jack Keane analyzes President Donald Trump’s naval blockade of Iran. Keane warns that Iran is likely to respond with a more aggressive posture. He also examines the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and the military, maritime-security and national-security stakes surrounding the confrontation.

FFox News2026-08-13 00:00

Thousands of people assembled at London’s Primrose Hill to observe a rare partial solar eclipse. At its peak, roughly 90 percent of the Sun was obscured over the city, producing a dramatic shift in the sky. For many younger viewers, the spectacle marked their first experience of an event like this. As the sky grew darker and temperatures fell, the crowd shared the unusual moment in the centre of the capital.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-12 23:40

Several Democratic-led states have sued to challenge the Trump administration’s new tariffs on dozens of trading partners. The latest duties target countries accused of failing to prevent forced labour before their goods are exported to the United States. Trump argues that tariffs can revive American manufacturing and industry. Critics counter that the measures are being used as political leverage and could hurt consumers across the country.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-12 23:35

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher after upbeat quarterly results from CoreWeave and other artificial-intelligence infrastructure companies lifted investor sentiment. Mild inflation data added to expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in September. The gains reflected optimism around AI-related businesses alongside a steadier outlook for monetary policy.

RReuters2026-08-12 23:34

Severe storms continue to cause damage across the U.S. Midwest. In neighborhoods around the Indianapolis metropolitan area, some roads are collapsing into sinkholes while streets are being flooded. The ongoing weather is disrupting local communities and transportation as the storms continue to wreak havoc.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-12 23:12