Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET, October 13, 2025

Episode Overview

This FOX News Hourly Update, hosted by Dave Anthony, covers breaking international and domestic news as of October 13, 2025. Top stories include President Trump’s diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, the release of Israeli hostages by Hamas, ongoing aftermath in Gaza, a mass shooting in South Carolina, the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, the stock market rebound, rising tensions between the U.S. and China over rare earth minerals, gas prices, and the latest from the MLB playoffs.

Main Stories & Key Segments

1. President Trump in the Middle East

Timestamps: 00:01–01:13

• President Trump arrives in Egypt after celebrating with Israeli officials, following the release of the last 20 living hostages held by Hamas.
• An Israeli official expresses gratitude to Arab and Muslim nations for pressuring Hamas:

  "The hostages are back. The hostages are back." (Israeli Official, 00:09)
  "Let me also convey my tremendous appreciation for all of the nations of the Arab and Muslim world that came together to press Hamas to set the hostages." (Israeli Official, 00:20)

• Trump brokered the ceasefire leading to this release.
• The official calls this a turning point for Palestinians in Gaza:

  "Turn forever from the path of terror and violence... exile the wicked forces of hate that are in their midst. And I think that's going to happen." (Israeli Official, 00:42)

Fox Reporting (Steve Harrigan, 00:56–01:13):

• The freed hostages are being transported to hospitals around Tel Aviv, first via the International Red Cross, then handed to the Israeli Defense Forces.
• Disappointment remains as only 4 bodies of hostages have been recovered out of 28 who were unaccounted for.

  "Some disappointment when it comes to hostages not alive. Only four bodies recovered so far out of 28." (Steve Harrigan, 01:13)

2. Aftermath and Prisoner Release

Timestamp: 01:11–01:20

• As part of the ceasefire deal, Israel is releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.

3. Domestic News: South Carolina Mass Shooting

Timestamp: 01:20–01:32

• Police continue searching for a gunman after a mass shooting at a bar on St. Helena Island resulted in four deaths and 20 injuries.

4. Government Shutdown Drags On

Timestamps: 01:32–01:59

• The federal government shutdown enters its 13th day, deepening hardships for federal workers and suspending services.
• Many employees face missed paychecks; Republicans argue the pressure is on Democrats, who insist on health care provisions in funding bills.
• Upcoming Senate vote scheduled for tomorrow.

5. Markets & Economy

Stock Rebound

Timestamps: 02:15–02:31

• The stock market rallies strongly:
  • Dow: +446 pts
  • Nasdaq: +436 pts
  • S&P 500: +92 pts
• This follows a major Friday sell-off tied to new U.S.-China trade tensions.

U.S.–China Trade Friction

Timestamps: 02:31–03:19

• China imposed strict export controls on rare earth minerals, vital for tech manufacturing.
• President Trump announces a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, effective November; reassures the public with a calm message:

  “Don’t worry about China. It will all be fine. Highly respected President Xi just had a bad moment. Trump went on to say the USA wants to help China, not hurt it.” (Dave Anthony quoting Trump, 02:56)

• Vice President J.D. Vance says the embargo threatens global access to critical minerals.

6. Gas Prices

Timestamps: 03:19–03:35

• Gas prices down 5 cents over two weeks, with further drops possible:

  “We may see another decline of that amount or maybe even double that amount in coming days, depending most of all, of course, on the big dominant factor, crude oil prices.” (Joel NATO, 03:23)

• Oil still under $60/barrel, up slightly on the day.

7. Sports: MLB Playoffs Update

Timestamps: 03:55–04:11

• Seattle Mariners defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 3–1 in ALCS Game 1, retiring 23 of the last 24 batters.
• Quote:

  “The 0-2 from Munoz popped up. The Seattle Mariners retired 23 of the last 24 and in 100 pitches shut down the Blue Jays in game one. Seattle beat Toronto 3-1.” (Dave Anthony, 03:55–03:59)

• NLCS: LA Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers starting tonight.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Israeli Official: "The hostages are back. The hostages are back." (00:09)
• Israeli Official: "Let me also convey my tremendous appreciation for all of the nations of the Arab and Muslim world that came together to press Hamas to set the hostages." (00:20)
• Israeli Official: "Turn forever from the path of terror and violence... exile the wicked forces of hate that are in their midst. And I think that's going to happen." (00:42)
• Steve Harrigan: "Some disappointment when it comes to hostages not alive. Only four bodies recovered so far out of 28." (01:13)
• Dave Anthony (quoting Trump): “Don’t worry about China. It will all be fine. Highly respected President Xi just had a bad moment. Trump went on to say the USA wants to help China, not hurt it.” (02:56)

Summary Table of Timestamps & Topics

| Timestamp | Segment Title | Main Points | |-----------|----------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | 00:01–01:13 | Middle East Hostage Release | Trump in Egypt; hostages freed; gratitude to Arab world | | 01:11–01:20 | Aftermath & Prisoner Release | Israel releases Palestinian prisoners | | 01:20–01:32 | South Carolina Mass Shooting | Four dead, 20 injured; search for gunman ongoing | | 01:32–01:59 | Government Shutdown | Services suspended; Senate vote upcoming | | 02:15–02:31 | Stock Market Rally | Major indices rebound from selloff | | 02:31–03:19 | U.S./China Trade Friction & Tariffs | Rare earths export controls; new 100% tariff | | 03:19–03:35 | Gas Prices | Prices dip; further decreases likely | | 03:55–04:11 | MLB Playoffs | Mariners defeat Blue Jays; ALCS & NLCS updates |

Overall Tone

The episode maintains FOX News’ brisk, factual delivery, mixing urgent international updates with U.S. politics, economic news, and sports. The reporting is straightforward, with a focus on high-stakes diplomacy, major policy shifts, and their immediate impacts for Americans.