2026-08-06
President Donald Trump’s war against Iran has entered its sixth month. A week of threats and diplomatic activity has highlighted the increasingly narrow bind facing him. He is trying to pull the United States out of an unpopular conflict that he initially said would last only weeks. Yet no clear route out is now visible, leaving the president caught between ending the war and managing its consequences.
Reuters★★★★★2026-08-06 16:45Original
Anthony Fauci’s lawyers sharply criticize the Senate vote to hold him in contempt of Congress. Former New York Times reporter Alex Berenson discusses the vote and its political implications. The lawyers characterize the action as a “crude political stunt,” using unusually forceful language to reject the Senate panel’s decision.
Fox News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 23:45‘The Five’ discusses a Senate panel’s referral of Dr. Anthony Fauci to the Department of Justice over contempt. The program also addresses the possibility that Fauci could face criminal charges. The remarks center on the Senate action and its potential legal consequences for the former public health official.
Fox News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 23:00A US Senate committee voted to hold Dr Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. The former top infectious-disease official had refused to answer questions about how he handled the COVID-19 pandemic. The vote centers congressional scrutiny on Fauci’s conduct during the pandemic. It marks a formal escalation in the dispute over his responses to lawmakers.
Reuters★★★☆☆2026-08-06 16:20Prosecutors say the alleged arsonist linked to the first of three devastating wildfires in Washington state last week admitted starting that blaze. Court documents also say he acknowledged igniting more than two dozen other fires since last year. The claims are presented through the prosecution and the court filing.
CNN★★☆☆☆2026-08-06 23:31OriginalAccused Washington state wildfire arsonist Aaron Farinacci appeared before Spokane County Superior Court. Court records previously revealed that he had pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The hearing concerns the wildfire arson case and his earlier guilty plea. Fox News presented the appearance as a live court event.
Fox News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 21:53Fox News reporter Sarah Alegre reports from Spokane, Washington, where an arson suspect is being held on $1 million bail. Witness Paul Child described the devastating wildfire that destroyed nearly 900 buildings. The report says the suspect had previously been released after shooting his father. He was later arrested in connection with the arson case.
Fox News★★☆☆☆2026-08-06 20:00President Donald Trump is taking part in a Team USA reception at the White House. He is hosting more than 120 athletes who competed for the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. The competitions were held in Milan Cortina, Italy. The White House event is being shown live.
The Associated Press★★☆☆☆2026-08-06 23:39President Trump took part in a reception for Team USA. The event was identified by the White House as a Team USA reception involving the president.
Oil prices continued to rise after reports said Iran attacked what Tehran called “hostile targets” in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is seeking, through a deal with Oman, to prevent US ships from using the strategic waterway. The reported attacks and proposed arrangement have heightened concern over access to the critical shipping route.
Bloomberg News★★★★★2026-08-06 23:00Original
US President Donald Trump has signed new orders aimed at restricting birthright citizenship. The move comes only two months after the Supreme Court ruled that his first executive order on citizenship was unconstitutional. The action renews a dispute over birthright citizenship and the scope of presidential authority.
The United States would like Russia to release Gilman, who has been convicted, according to a news agency report. A source cited by Reuters said Secretary of State Marco Rubio raised the case during a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila. The report does not describe any response from the Russian side or indicate that an agreement was reached.
TASS★★★☆☆2026-08-06 23:48OriginalCongolese health authorities are screening more than 300 people after intercepting a river boat near Kinshasa. A passenger on the vessel died and was suspected of having Ebola. The death prompted concern that the virus could have spread among people on board. Officials said screening was under way to assess the possible exposure.
Reuters★★★☆☆2026-08-06 18:10Original
US-backed negotiations on Venezuela’s political transition began on Thursday without Nobel laureate Machado taking part. The talks followed almost a week of delays between the country’s interim government and a faction of the opposition. Both sides said the process is intended to reshape Venezuela’s political system. They also said it seeks to prepare the ground for eventual elections after years of political turmoil.
The Trump administration is actively weighing an executive order addressing vaccines and autism, according to people familiar with the matter. The order could be issued as soon as next week. The reported plan remains under consideration, and no further details about its contents were provided.
Bloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 22:30Original
South Korea says North Korea fired an unidentified projectile toward waters off the country’s east coast. The statement does not identify what was launched or provide additional details about the incident. The reported launch was directed toward the waters on the eastern side of the Korean Peninsula. South Korean authorities were the source of the information.
The Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-08-06 08:35OriginalJapan’s Ministry of Defense said North Korea had launched an object that may have been a ballistic missile. Japan is collecting information to determine whether the launch has affected the country.
The Ebola outbreak is accelerating while healthcare workers are on strike over pay. The work stoppage links an unfolding health emergency with a dispute over unpaid or inadequate compensation.
Dozens of health workers at the center of Congo’s Ebola outbreak protested on Thursday. They are demanding payment of their wages. The workers are operating in the area where the outbreak is concentrated. Their demonstration focuses on compensation they say remains unpaid.
The Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-08-06 09:07OriginalThe killing of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday has prompted questions about the relationship between Mexico’s online creators and cartels. The case also draws attention to attacks against influencers. It raises concern over why people with public platforms are increasingly becoming targets. The murder has therefore renewed scrutiny of the risks facing creators in Mexico.
BBC News★★☆☆☆2026-08-06 13:46OriginalMexican TikToker Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed while livestreaming. His death follows the killing of fellow TikToker Valeria Marquez last year. The report links the two cases through their similar connection to TikTok content creation, while focusing on who Gastelum was. No further details about the shooting are provided.
Senior Democrats accuse Donald Trump’s administration of effectively authorizing violent Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. They say lifting sanctions sent a clear signal that settlers could use deadly force without facing consequences. A letter signed by 19 Democratic senators and representatives describes a climate of impunity and unbridled violence that threatens Palestinians and US citizens alike. The lawmakers are calling for sanctions on extremist settlers to be restored. They also want independent US investigations into the deaths of nine US citizens in the West Bank since 2022.
Russian forces struck Ukrainian army infrastructure sites and logistics centers during the past day, according to the report. The Ukrainian army reportedly lost roughly 1,395 troops in fighting with Russian forces. The losses were recorded across all frontline areas over the 24-hour period. The report presents the figures as part of ongoing battlefield operations.
TASS★★★★☆2026-08-06 13:14OriginalRussian forces are reported to be about 20 kilometres from the Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian attacks on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed 17 people and injured dozens. Ukraine’s depleted air defences failed to intercept any of the missiles launched overnight. Zelenskyy has again told allies that Ukraine needs more air-defence systems. The United Nations said July was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since April 2022.
Migrant workers in Singapore are set to receive easier access to primary healthcare under an enhanced Primary Care Plan. The changes will take effect from April next year, while employers may pay less for medical coverage. The current six-zone arrangement will be consolidated into four zones from 2027. Most workers are expected to have a plan clinic within 2km of where they live. Employers could save as much as S$41 per worker annually under the changes.
Social service agencies say low-income households dependent on gig work or irregular jobs are among those most affected by rising costs. Unpredictable hours and earnings leave them with little financial cushion, leading some families to reduce spending on essentials. Temporary ComCare enhancements are intended to provide relief. Interim Assistance has been increased to at least S$250 per month for up to three months. The usual S$800 per-capita income criterion will also be applied more flexibly.
France is reconsidering its nuclear strategy as the United States retreats from Europe. The shift comes while Russia adopts what is described as an aggressive posture. Paris plans to add weapons to its arsenal. The move reflects a changing European security environment and a stronger focus on France’s nuclear capabilities.
Russian investment is contributing to efforts to improve Kyrgyzstan’s energy balance, Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk said. He recalled that construction of Central Asia’s largest solar power plant was nearing completion in the Issyk-Kul region. The project represents a major energy-development effort in the country. Its completion is approaching, according to the official.
TASS★★★☆☆2026-08-06 13:22OriginalNew research from a security firm says a digital spyware tool built in China has developed into a more comprehensive surveillance technology. The firm says the tool is now being used in more than 13 countries. Its reported spread suggests an expansion beyond its earlier spyware function into broader monitoring capabilities.
Bloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 08:42Original
Sheikh Hasina says she intends to return to Bangladesh from exile in India in December. She faces a death sentence in Bangladesh over a bloody crackdown on protesters in 2024. Hasina made the remarks in an audio address to an event in New Delhi. The Indian government says it had “no involvement whatsoever” in the event.
The Associated Press★★★★☆2026-08-06 02:30
President Donald Trump is expressing optimism about the prospects for a deal with Iran. Fox News reporter Steve Harrigan describes the latest direction of the talks. Richard Goldberg, a senior adviser at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, examines what could happen next. The coverage centers on diplomacy, negotiations and the broader security implications surrounding the discussions.
Fox News★★★★☆2026-08-06 00:30
Oil prices moved between modest gains and losses after Iran said it had reached an agreement with Oman on a proposed shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. Traders are weighing whether the arrangement could help ease energy flows. The market remains focused on the prospects for smoother shipping through the strategic waterway. Oil is holding onto a decline that has now lasted three days.
Bloomberg News★★★★☆2026-08-06 07:30Original
Donald Trump says the United States gained far more from Venezuelan oil than it spent on the operation. He characterized the oil proceeds as a trophy won by the US. Trump’s statement did not specify the amount of the claimed gain or the operation’s cost.
TASS★★★☆☆2026-08-06 00:12OriginalThe home of former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan was attacked with a petrol bomb. The attack followed his attendance at an event involving former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The incident came amid fallout linked to Hasina, according to the report.
Police say the 27-year-old Ugandan football captain was beaten to death after resisting an alleged robbery. The suspected attackers were reportedly trying to take his belongings. His killing has provoked outrage. The incident is being described as a street gang attack.
BBC News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 06:04Original
Ukraine’s losses linked to the port blockade have surpassed $1 billion. The country’s main commercial ports—Odessa, Chernomorsk and Yuzhny—remain idle. Their continued inactivity is presented as the central source of the reported economic damage.
TASS★★★☆☆2026-08-06 04:16OriginalUNESCO announced on Wednesday that Beijing has been selected as the UNESCO–UIA World Capital of Architecture for 2029. The designation is made jointly by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects. Beijing will hold the title under this program in 2029.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 345 people have fallen ill in a multistate Salmonella outbreak. The outbreak has been linked to jalapeno peppers. Cases have been reported across 27 states. The agency disclosed the figure on Wednesday.
Reuters★★★☆☆2026-08-06 01:01Original
President Donald Trump is criticizing high gas prices in a move that echoes the strategy used by his predecessor, Joe Biden. The attack is directed at Big Oil and reflects a familiar political approach to pressure over fuel costs.
Bloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-08-06 00:00Original