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AABC News2026-08-23 15:11

A Texas judge has rejected 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial, weeks after he received a 35-year prison sentence for stabbing and killing another teenager at a track meet.

AABC News2026-08-23 15:08

An Israeli strike on central Gaza hit a factory and warehouse on Salaheddine Road after the military issued an evacuation notice for the area. The attack caused extensive destruction and a fire that civil defence teams worked to contain. In al-Maghazi, Israeli forces also attacked a group of civilians, killing a Palestinian and wounding many others. The strikes came despite recent diplomatic efforts, deepening Palestinian skepticism about political initiatives.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-23 15:06

The war in Gaza continues to shape daily life for people living there, as the dangers of residing in a military zone add to the worsening humanitarian crisis.

AABC News2026-08-23 15:05

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced changes to childcare leave in his National Day Rally speech, promising greater support for larger families. He also indicated that paid parental leave could be enhanced further, beyond the current maximum of 30 weeks of government-paid leave.

CCNA2026-08-23 15:02

The Democratic primaries have revealed a contest for control of the party. A progressive insurgency is challenging an establishment it considers entrenched and timid, while John King asks Democratic voters what the movement—and the label “progressive”—means to them.

CCNN2026-08-23 15:00

IBM and the US Open are expanding AI features that give fans real-time match insights, personalized updates, an assistant and point-by-point win probabilities. The technology also provides players and coaches with deeper data for analyzing opponents and match strategy.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-23 14:56

Singapore plans to reclaim more land and merge existing islands to support a “new generation of industries” in the coming decades. The proposals include creating a new western island and further reclamation at Pulau Tekong. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the moves look ahead for future generations, as earlier pioneers did.

CCNA2026-08-23 14:55

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the United States will impose what he calls the “toughest sanctions” in history against Iran. He says the measures, combined with a naval blockade, would be enough to “collapse” the regime.

AABC News2026-08-23 14:55

Western leaders have arrived in Kyiv as Ukrainian forces set their sights on Russia’s Ozon. Russian forces also carried out several attacks on Ukraine’s railway network on Sunday, as Ukrainians prepare for the country’s Independence Day.

Eeuronews2026-08-23 14:54

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attend the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, where the nation's capital is hosting an IndyCar street circuit race near the National Mall.

FFox News2026-08-23 14:52

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says elections held during wartime would threaten the country, after his former defence minister controversially called for preparations for a vote. A Kyiv Institute of Sociology poll conducted this summer found that only 15 percent of respondents want an election now.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-23 14:49

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong outlined his vision for Singapore as it faces a more unstable world shaped by intensifying geopolitical competition, technological disruption and population challenges. At the National Day Rally, he announced a range of measures focused on fundamentally improving support for families throughout every stage of life.

CCNA2026-08-23 14:48

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the prospect of holding elections during wartime as highly dangerous. His response follows a call from former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whom Zelensky fired last month, to organise a vote.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-23 14:48

A Chinese-made humanoid robot has beaten Usain Bolt’s 100-metre world record. The roundup also covers Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise of “dollar for dollar” tariffs on some U.S. goods, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., and a UN warning about Ebola’s rapid spread.

RReuters2026-08-23 14:46

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh heads to Jackson Hole under heightened scrutiny after the Treasury’s intervention in the bond market raised questions about the traditional line between fiscal and monetary policy. Investors will watch how he addresses inflation, market volatility and Fed independence amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-23 14:46

More than 2,000 robots are competing in a major event in Beijing, though experts say medals may not be the main objective. Humanoid robots remain largely confined to research, performances and demonstrations, with widespread use in everyday settings still some way off.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-23 14:41

Rep. Rich McCormick says the US should keep expanding data centers to support its leadership in artificial intelligence. He argues the facilities can be developed responsibly while bringing benefits to local economies.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-23 14:28

Sen. Bernie Moreno discusses the political and economic stakes of Ohio’s data center boom amid the U.S.-China AI race. He warns that backlash over the facilities’ energy demands could become an important issue in the midterm elections.

FFox News2026-08-23 14:15

Humanoid robots are competing in 51 events at the World Robot Games in Beijing. The program includes sports as well as scenario-based challenges set in factories, restaurants and emergency-response environments.

RReuters2026-08-23 14:15

The rapid growth of AI data centers is emerging as a political issue in Ohio, where residents are voicing concerns about higher electricity bills, tax incentives and opaque local development deals. Representative Greg Landsman discusses the issue on Bloomberg This Weekend.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-23 14:13

Humanoid robots broke several human track records at the five-day World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. A robot developed by the Beijing Innovation Centre of Humanoid Robotics ran 100m in 9.39 seconds, beating Usain Bolt’s 9.58-second record, while a Honor robot recorded 9.32 seconds in a test run. More than 2,000 robots are taking part.

GGuardian News2026-08-23 14:07

Former Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says Canada was right to abandon a trade deal she believes would have hurt both countries. She urges Ottawa to hold its ground, citing the effectiveness of past retaliation, as Canada prepares dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs after the US imposed new 50% duties.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-23 14:04

People are being driven from their homes by a rapidly spreading brush fire, while Nevada’s governor has declared a state of emergency.

AABC News2026-08-23 14:02