South Korea says North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles on Thursday. The launches followed Donald Trump’s suggestion that he could meet Kim Jong Un this year, while Pyongyang mocked Seoul as a US “servant”. They came during a shortened Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise by South Korea and the United States.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-20 15:21

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced a specialised unit to strengthen the fight against cyberattacks, following a series of hacks targeting government service websites that exposed vulnerabilities in IT security.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-20 15:19

A local official says the fire described as the “fire of the century” in eastern Belgium has been brought under control. Around 350 firefighters and other emergency personnel remain deployed, alongside farmers who have supported the operation since last week.

Eeuronews2026-08-20 15:19

Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz and Annmarie Hordern discuss the Treasury’s effort to support the bond market and the test it poses for Federal Reserve credibility. The program also examines whether Trump’s Iran sanctions could trigger a clash with China and whether the Treasury’s bond fix can resolve long-end problems.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-20 15:19

Singapore’s National Council of Social Service is investing S$5.6 million through the three-year ASPIRE programme to improve access to help for behavioural addictions. Ten social service agencies will be trained to support people dealing with excessive gaming, gambling and pornography use. Reported new cases rose from over 520 in 2020 to more than 780 in 2024, with some clients aged 12.

CCNA2026-08-20 15:19

Spain’s government says it will create shelters for 1,800 migrants in Ceuta to ease a humanitarian crisis following last month’s influx from Morocco. Government figures say about 72,000 people crossed the border into the North African territory on July 30-31, while 70,000 have since returned to Morocco.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-20 15:18

Hui Ka Yan, once Asia’s richest man and the founder of Evergrande Group, has been sentenced to life in prison by a Chinese court. Five years earlier, the developer’s collapse sent shockwaves through China’s economy and financial markets.

RReuters2026-08-20 15:17

Spanish authorities cleared El Trampolín beach in Ceuta and moved about 1,500 migrants and asylum seekers, according to official government figures. The large-scale operation responds to a humanitarian crisis triggered by thousands crossing from Morocco on July 30 and 31.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-20 15:17

Europe’s “summer that burned” has spread from Mediterranean mountains to northern forests, turning Belgium’s High Fens, known as the country’s “green lung,” into a smouldering wasteland. The deadliest effects of the heat are occurring away from fires, in care homes and apartments where vulnerable people die quietly. Europe recorded about 16,000 excess deaths in June, while Belgium’s mortality rose 48%.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-20 15:13

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, plan to establish a new home in the United Kingdom years after separating formally from the royal family and moving to the United States. CBS News royal contributor Amanda Foreman offers her perspective, saying they do not plan to resume royal duties.

CCBS News2026-08-20 15:02

Supporters rally outside the courthouse in Plymouth, Massachusetts, for Lindsay Clancy, while her defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, discusses her mental state. Correspondent Chanley Painter reports live from the scene.

FFox News2026-08-20 15:00

Robinhood co-founder and CEO Vlad Tenev says clearer, more durable cryptocurrency rules would give investors confidence that regulation will not change with each administration. He says prediction markets will endure whether or not the Supreme Court backs states seeking to regulate them, though the industry may need to adapt to the ruling.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-20 15:00

The broadcast features new details about Hayden Panettiere’s death, a police search for a masked man allegedly terrorizing Philadelphia, two former Penn State students accused of masterminding a cocaine ring, the rise of the “Naked Dressing” trend, and Celine Dion’s grand return.

AABC News2026-08-20 15:00

Spanish authorities have started transferring migrants from Ceuta beach to temporary shelters. Many people remain in makeshift camps, including vulnerable groups such as unaccompanied children, women and girls.

Eeuronews2026-08-20 14:59

Neuroscientist and educator Jared Cooney Horvath testified before the Senate earlier this year about classroom technology’s effects. He discusses his views on screen time and education.

CCBS News2026-08-20 14:51

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump attend an event unveiling a partnership among IndyCar, Fox Corporation and two universities. The alliance aims to broaden academic opportunities for people transitioning out of foster care.

NNBC News2026-08-20 14:48

President Trump's tariffs drove consumer prices higher across the United States. After the Supreme Court struck down many of them, billions of dollars in refunds are being distributed to businesses, leaving many Americans wondering whether they will receive any money back.

CCBS News2026-08-20 14:47

The rebound in long-dated Treasuries lost momentum, while U.S. stock futures lacked direction as investors awaited fresh catalysts. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are preparing record shareholder returns after their shares fell amid concerns about the sustainability of AI hardware spending.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-20 14:46

As pet ownership rises in South Korea, pet tarot is emerging as a niche service at fortune-telling shops. The country has the world's lowest birth rate. Reuters said it would delete an earlier video containing an incorrect detail.

RReuters2026-08-20 14:45

Iran remains under international sanctions but continues trading with more than 100 countries. About 80% of its trade volume is concentrated among 10 key partners, including China, Russia, Turkiye and, so far, the UAE. Energy products generate 80% of export revenue and move through indirect, covert routes.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-20 14:43

Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority is expanding AI training schemes for professionals as concerns grow about the technology’s effect on jobs. Lawyers and other legal professionals will get two new AI fluency programmes, while a separate training and placement initiative will create more opportunities for fresh graduates and mid-career workers seeking tech careers.

CCNA2026-08-20 14:41

U.S. debt reaches a new high after surpassing $40 trillion. President Trump announces a “fair deal” with Canada on tariffs, while millions of Americans prepare for more severe weather.

NNBC News2026-08-20 14:40

US bonds gave back all the gains that followed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s proposal to increase buybacks of longer-dated debt. On Thursday, the 30-year yield returned to levels seen just before the Treasury announced the plan a day earlier.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-20 14:38

Walmart’s second-quarter sales at US stores open for at least a year, excluding fuel, increased 2.6%, marking the retailer’s weakest growth rate in more than six years. Mizuho senior equity analyst David Bellinger examines the results.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-20 14:38