Shifting US aims and the lack of a decisive military victory for either side could make the conflict protracted, Bloomberg Economics Defense Lead Becca Wasser says. Repeated pauses may let both sides adapt and rearm, potentially widening the war and making direct US-Iran talks necessary for a lasting settlement.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-15 13:36

Kathryn Hahn says the live-action version of “Tangled” is being made with “such care,” adding that fans of the animated original “are gonna be so happy” with the film.

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Bloomberg News’ Lisa Mateo joins Joe Mathieu and Carol Massar on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss headlines from the past week that viewers may have missed, including mystery vacations, college campuses for sale, sorority unwritten rules and half-off sushi.

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The occupied West Bank is experiencing an unprecedented level of violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians. Al Jazeera’s Julide Ayger examines the religious and ideological convictions, together with financial incentives, behind the surge.

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Hundreds of displaced Palestinians sheltering in Deir al-Balah in the Gaza Strip are struggling to obtain basic necessities such as water and food. The number of charity kitchens serving displaced people has declined across the war-ravaged territory.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-15 13:12

Three Second World War army veterans flew in Spitfires from London’s Biggin Hill airport, a former RAF fighter station associated with the Battle of Britain. Veterans charity arranged the honorary flights for Paul Terry, Alf Cooley and Ivan Staines, who served in British infantry regiments.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-15 13:10

CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten examines the week’s numbers, including Donald Trump’s standing on gas prices, Democrats rallying around a Southern strategy, a 32-point drop in Trump’s net approval on jobs since the start of his second term, Abdul El-Sayed’s difficulties in Michigan, the prospect of a historic year for Black gubernatorial candidates and polling in Wisconsin.

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Virginia State University has gone into lockdown following a reported shooting. The Fox & Friends Weekend panel discusses the latest developments.

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Years of intensive sand extraction have severely affected the Chari River, especially around Chad’s capital, N’Djamena. The Mines Ministry recently banned the practice to protect the environment and wildlife, but the move has drawn controversy because thousands of people rely on sand mining for their livelihoods.

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President Donald Trump is promoting a “golden age” for the US economy, but continuing worries about gas, food and housing costs are complicating that message before the midterms. Republicans in competitive races must balance defending Trump’s economic record with addressing voters frustrated by affordability pressures.

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The World's Ugliest Dog Contest highlighted rescue dogs and individuality, with contestants’ stories emphasizing resilience and devotion.

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False social media claims that the Morocco-Ceuta border would open for Spain’s Assumption holiday prompted migrants to gather near the crossing. Moroccan and Spanish authorities have tightened security after a recent mass influx into Ceuta, while Morocco says those spreading the claims could face legal action.

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Devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela and Colombia weeks apart revealed stark differences in how the two countries responded to the disasters.

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France’s Constitutional Court struck down a law banning children under 15 from social media, saying it disproportionately infringed on freedom of expression and raised privacy concerns around age checks. The government plans a revised bill, while Emmanuel Macron cited risks to children’s mental and physical health.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-15 12:53

Spain has stepped up security in Ceuta after online calls for another mass border crossing. A rush in July saw 72,000 people enter illegally.

RReuters2026-08-15 12:47

Fox News correspondent Madeleine Rivera discusses President Donald Trump’s statement that he will ‘declare’ ownership over the Strait of Hormuz.

FFox News2026-08-15 12:45

Ecuadorian fishermen say cartel extortion threatens them onshore, while alleged US strikes pose a danger at sea.

RReuters2026-08-15 12:42

Rashad Robinson, author of “From Presence to Power,” says visibility, media attention and public support are not enough to create power. Activists must build leverage capable of changing decisions and institutions, drawing on campaigns for LGBTQ rights, racial justice and technology companies to move beyond awareness toward lasting change.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-15 12:38

Firefighters and local farmers worked through the night to contain a wildfire in Luglon, southwestern France, after it burned more than 1,500 hectares. Hot spots continue to threaten homes, while crews hope forecast rain will help bring the blaze under control.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-15 12:36

After returning from Indonesia, journalist Jamie Smith-Maillet assesses the damage from the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the Flores region. Rescue teams are trying to pull survivors from the rubble as an aftershock hits, fuelling fears of further casualties.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-15 12:34

Zambia restarted vote counting on Friday after a nationwide halt prompted by alleged attacks on polling staff and the theft of marked ballot papers. The pause followed presidential and parliamentary elections, while opposition leader Brian Mundubile had already claimed victory.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-15 12:32

Navy veteran and military journalist Natalie Oliverio says reported problems with food, sanitation and communications aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln could undermine sailors’ readiness. The carrier has been at sea for more than 240 consecutive days, prompting demands for answers from families and lawmakers, while the Pentagon disputes portrayals of dire conditions.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-15 12:25

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores Island, killing people, damaging buildings and triggering a tsunami warning that was later lifted. DW examines why Indonesia is vulnerable to major earthquakes and reviews recent powerful quakes around the Pacific Rim.

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In his Independence Day address, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined an ambitious route to making India a developed economy by 2047. He highlighted self-reliance, semiconductor production, artificial intelligence and nuclear power.

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