A fire broke out early Wednesday in a newborn nursery at a major government hospital in Pakistan’s capital, killing 14 babies, hospital officials and the government said.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-26 08:30

Several countries are taking tougher steps over Israeli settlement activity and settler violence in the occupied West Bank. Belgium has tightened import restrictions on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, while the Netherlands is preparing to ban their import, purchase and sale. Yet settlement products continue reaching European markets, sometimes through illegal or hard-to-trace channels, making enforcement increasingly difficult.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-26 08:24

Archaeologists have uncovered a colonial-era hospital and an adjoining church in Lima. Experts date the hospital to the 1570s; it treated sick sailors and continued operating until shortly before 1821.

Eeuronews2026-08-26 08:22

Country music star Chris Janson said on “The Will Cain Show” that there will never be another star as humble as Dolly Parton.

FFox News2026-08-26 08:15

The Empire State Building in New York was illuminated in pink to honour country music star Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday at the age of 80. The singer, songwriter and actress was remembered with the tribute.

GGuardian News2026-08-26 08:12

Fans gathered at a Nashville mural Tuesday to leave flowers and pay tribute to Dolly Parton, whose music and legacy are deeply woven into Tennessee.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-26 08:00

Dolly Parton said her husband, Carl Dean, a lifelong rock music fan, partly inspired her to make her rock album, “Rockstar.”

AABC News2026-08-26 08:00

Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore examine the day’s main themes for analysts and investors on Bloomberg: The Opening Trade, including long-term bonds, the US deficit and Nvidia.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-26 07:43

During an appearance on Jesse Watters’s program, Evan Barker—formerly involved in a Democratic campaign—discusses Abdul El-Sayed’s progressive stance as the party’s Michigan nominee for a U.S. Senate seat.

FFox News2026-08-26 07:30

After overcoming challenges throughout her career, Dolly Parton told ABC News that she has worked to improve her own life while helping make life better for as many people as possible.

AABC News2026-08-26 07:30

The Euronews Defence & Space Summit 2026 in Brussels brings together policymakers, military leaders, industry executives, security experts and innovators to discuss Europe’s evolving defence agenda. Sessions will examine the policies, technologies and partnerships shaping the continent’s future security architecture.

Eeuronews2026-08-26 07:26

Travel and tourism are moving into a new era as changing traveller expectations, digital innovation, sustainability goals and a more interconnected global economy reshape the sector. The Euronews summit in Brussels brings together policymakers, industry leaders, destination managers, innovators, investors and travel experts to discuss its future.

Eeuronews2026-08-26 07:24

Oil prices fall as Iran and Oman push talks on an “interim” reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, raising hopes for a breakthrough. The program also examines the implications for the global economy.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-26 07:24

Thousands of people take part in La Tomatina by throwing tomatoes at one another in the small Spanish town of Bunol, in the Valencia region.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-26 07:19

Iran and Oman are working toward a longer-term arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz, with more talks planned within 30 to 60 days and discussions about a temporary joint maritime corridor. Hopes for a deal ease supply-disruption concerns, sending oil prices lower. Traders are also watching the Federal Reserve’s rate outlook and Warsh’s upcoming Jackson Hole speech.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-26 07:16

A motorcyclist discovers something startling in the Mojave Desert.

AABC News2026-08-26 07:13

Bloomberg’s Asia Trade examines the main stories shaping markets before trading begins in Asia, including rising oil risks tied to the Strait of Hormuz, China’s defiance over ties with Iran amid US sanctions, and the focus on technology shares ahead of Nvidia’s results.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-26 07:01

New research suggests people are speaking hundreds fewer words each day than they did only a few years ago, with an average decline of about 338 words per person annually. Researchers say the drop in conversation could have profound effects on relationships and communities.

DDW News2026-08-26 07:00

Dolly Parton’s continuing work in projects including the hit film “9 to 5” and her variety show “Dolly” helped introduce her persona to audiences around the world and propel her rise to superstardom.

AABC News2026-08-26 07:00

A robot revolution is sweeping across China, where more than two million machines are already working in factories and the number is growing rapidly. Most weld, paint, move or assemble goods around the clock, while some are built to produce more robots. Automation may address an ageing workforce, but moving too fast could trigger mass unemployment.

BBBC Chinese2026-08-26 06:48

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Omani counterpart Badr Albusaidi discussed an “interim framework” intended to resume shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a joint statement.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-26 06:46

Bill Lee, Tennessee’s governor, describes Dolly Parton’s passing as a source of deep sorrow in the state and around the globe.

FFox News2026-08-26 06:45

Ukrainian commander Vladyslav Polskyi saw two wounded fighters stranded on the battlefield and decided to intervene. His rescue astonished fellow soldiers and earned him Ukraine’s highest military honor.

RReuters2026-08-26 06:33

Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba has transferred from Brighton to Manchester United for about 75 million euros.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-26 06:31