CIRAD economist and researcher Serena Ferrari says climate change drives desertification, while economic and political choices—including intensive water use, chemical-dependent farming and the pursuit of ever-higher productivity—can intensify pressure on fragile ecosystems. Mongolia makes the problem particularly visible.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-19 08:50

Violent robberies and kidnappings continue across northern Nigeria, leading some communities to seek protection from local vigilante groups. Amnesty International says more than 1,100 people were forcibly taken between January and April this year. In Sokoto State, vigilantes are working with the military and police to track armed groups and gather intelligence using their knowledge of the terrain.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-19 08:45

Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo has made history in Los Angeles as the first Black African performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

RReuters2026-08-19 08:37

The United Arab Emirates said it would cut all economic ties with Tehran after accusing Iran of firing ballistic missiles at its territory, escalating tensions in the region.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-19 08:30

Fox News discusses New York City pimp Omari Scott, who was sentenced to 50 years in prison in Hakeem Jeffries’ district, along with prostitution and trafficking concerns raised around the case.

FFox News2026-08-19 08:30

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Min Aung Hlaing, head of Myanmar’s military-backed government, on Tuesday. Min Aung Hlaing was visiting Russia to promote stronger cooperation between the two countries.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-19 08:30

Police departments praise Flock cameras for helping solve crimes, but some communities are protesting the law-enforcement tools over privacy concerns and fears of misuse.

AABC News2026-08-19 08:30

As consumers increasingly seek healthier and more nutritious options, the wellness shift is changing shopping habits and challenging packaged-food companies to innovate. Anne Tse, CEO of PepsiCo’s APAC Foods, discusses how the snack maker is responding to budget-conscious shoppers and rising demand for healthier choices across the region.

CCNA2026-08-19 08:28

Ballooning government deficits, a Middle East conflict stoking fears of inflation and technology giants issuing billions of dollars in debt to finance AI expansion are driving global bond yields to multi-decade highs.

RReuters2026-08-19 07:57

Demand for children’s AI summer courses is surging as China seeks to make artificial intelligence a central part of the school syllabus by 2030. In Hangzhou, students visit technology firms and take practical classes. Some expensive camps face criticism for inflated claims, while trainers stress inspiration and a thoughtful relationship between humans and AI rather than mastering it in days.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-19 07:48

Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment Michael Duffey discusses weapons inventories amid foreign conflicts and says the department is making up for lost time.

FFox News2026-08-19 07:45

With drought affecting 70% of England during its hottest summer on record, beef farmer Sam Squier’s nearly 200-acre farm near Chelmsford remains lush. He credits regenerative farming methods he has practiced for eight years.

RReuters2026-08-19 07:38

A powerful 7.7 earthquake in Indonesia killed at least 68 people, injured more than 200 and damaged thousands of homes. The Saturday morning quake collapsed buildings onto parked cars, reduced homes to rubble and blocked roads with trees and boulders, leaving thousands waiting for aid.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-19 07:30

Weeks into the search for the McStay family, investigators uncover a promising clue, but family and friends remain unconvinced.

AABC News2026-08-19 07:13

Fox News’s Hugh Hewitt comments on FBI records recently made public. The material concerns Chinese spy Christine Fang’s fundraising for Rep. Eric Swalwell and an alleged relationship between the two.

FFox News2026-08-19 07:00

The World Robot Conference is being held in China, showcasing the latest technologies and products from the robotics industry.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-19 06:52

At least 25 people, mostly women and children, were killed in an overnight machete attack on a village in Nigeria’s Plateau state. Tensions between farming communities and herders there frequently escalate into deadly retaliatory violence.

RReuters2026-08-19 06:50

A three-day pause has been placed on 50% tariffs covering billions of dollars in Canadian products. The Trump administration says the US and Canada have reached a tentative understanding to resolve a broader trade dispute, while Trump is taking a hard line on Iran.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-19 06:48

A student in the southern Philippines livestreamed the shooting and killing of another student in a classroom on Tuesday before taking his own life, an official said. It was the country’s second school attack in less than two months. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ordered an investigation, while experts raised concerns about possible influence from online gaming communities.

CCNA2026-08-19 06:34

Fox News reports on charges against Penn State fraternity members over alleged links to a cocaine ring. The case is also examined by the network’s legal editor.

FFox News2026-08-19 06:30

US Border Patrol in Tucson, Arizona, warns that summer is the deadliest period for illegal crossings. One officer says more than 18 migrants have died this summer as smugglers continue sending people across punishing desert terrain.

RReuters2026-08-19 06:25

The creator of the dramatic and controversial “Tiger King” is bringing viewers into the world of exotic reptile smuggling with a new series.

AABC News2026-08-19 06:21

The Trump administration postponed 50% tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian products for three days, saying the two sides had reached a tentative agreement to address a broader trade dispute that had pushed relations to a new low. Donald Trump announced the move less than two hours before the tariffs were due to begin.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-19 06:16

The UAE reports an Iranian missile attack as tensions mount. The program also covers the prolonged Hormuz standoff and a chip selloff extending across Asia.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-19 06:16