BTW Daily News - Aug 24, 2026

Good morning, I'm Alex, and here's what's happening today. Starting off with top news: Nvidia and Warsh will be testing the waters in a stock market that’s currently in mid-rotation. This could mean some interesting shifts for investors as they navigate through these uncertain times. Moving on to another top story from The Washington Post, we have a Monday briefing covering topics like Canada-U.S. trade tensions, flood risks across different states, and the cost of fighting measles outbreaks. Now shifting gears to world news: Israel has made an incredible discovery after 78 years - locating the Altalena ship at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea. This could bring up some historical insights and perhaps even closure for those connected to this event. In a more somber note, we have news from BBC about a rubbish landfill collapse in Conakry, Guinea, which has sadly claimed 31 lives. Let's move on to international news: The Independent is reporting that Iran war tensions are escalating with what’s being called Trump’s ‘D-Day’ against the threat of 'earthquake-like' retaliation. On a lighter note within this category, we have word from The Telegraph about the death of Race Across The World star, coming just a year after her son's fatal car crash. Next up is business news: CNBC tells us that Bessent could potentially tap into nearly $1 trillion Treasury General Account to fund bond buybacks. This move has significant implications for financial markets and investors alike. Meanwhile, the Wall Street Journal reports that oil prices are dropping ahead of a press conference by Bessent regarding Iran, putting pressure on tech stocks. In technology news: IGN is excitedly announcing Gamescom 2026, with details about how to watch opening night live, stream schedules, and major reveals expected. This event promises to be a highlight for gamers around the world. Rounding out our morning coverage in entertainment: Gizmodo has an intriguing piece on 'Lanterns,' suggesting it just got deeper on every single level. Fans of this series are likely in for some surprises with upcoming content. And finally, some good news: Zebra sharks have made history as the first ever to be rewilded after 82 pups were released by dedicated ‘shark nannies.’ This conservation success story is a heartening reminder of what can be achieved when efforts are focused on protecting wildlife. And speaking of positive moments in time, today marks some good news in history for August 24. That's it for today, I'm Alex, thanks for listening, and I'll see you tomorrow.