12PM ET 07/26/2026 Newscast - Fox News Hourly Update

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Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET | July 26, 2026

Episode Overview

This hourly Fox News Radio update, hosted by Paul Stevens, delivers concise breaking news from the U.S. and around the world. The July 26th, 12PM edition covers updates on U.S.–Iran tensions, a suspected terror attack at a Berlin LGBTQ+ Pride event, major wildfires in France and Spain, a record heat wave across the Central U.S., baseball Hall of Fame news, and a milestone movie at the box office.

Key News Segments & Insights

1. U.S.–Iran Tensions & Diplomatic Moves

[00:03–00:46] The U.S. has paused strikes against Iran amid ongoing tension in the Strait of Hormuz.
Military Options Remain Open: White House Communications Director Steven Chung emphasizes President Trump’s dual-track approach: pursuing diplomacy but keeping military force on the table if Iranian activities threaten the Strait or U.S. allies.
- Quote (Steven Chung, via Trey Inks, 00:25):
  “President Trump has always been consistent in saying he prefers a diplomatic solution, but he continues to retain all options if Iran continues terrorist activities in the Strait of Hormuz or against allies.”
- The U.S. maintains a naval blockade, increasing economic pressure on Iran.
Diplomacy Ongoing: Negotiators, including Omani officials, are involved in continued talks about the Strait, highlighting ongoing efforts for a non-military resolution.

2. Berlin LGBTQ+ Pride Attack

[01:04–01:22] A vehicle attack disrupts a major Pride event in Berlin.
- Incident Details: A van was driven into a crowd, resulting in at least one death and 16 injuries. The suspect is believed to have ties to local Islamic groups, and police suspect terrorism as the motive.
- Quote (Chanley Painter, 01:06):
  “Police in Berlin are searching for a suspect who allegedly plowed a van through a crowd at an LGBTQ Plus Pride event. At least one person was killed, 16 others are hurt. Police say the suspect has ties to local Islamic groups and they believe the act was terrorism.”
- Despite identifying the suspect, no arrest was reported at the time of update.

3. France and Spain Wildfires

[01:22–01:58] Massive wildfires in Southwest France have caused the evacuation of 55,000 overnight, raising the total displaced to 220,000 in a single region.
- The fires approach Bordeaux, a major French city, while similar evacuations take place on Spain’s east coast.

4. Central U.S. Heat Wave

[02:16–02:50] Over 85 million people are experiencing a dangerous heat wave.
- Record Temperatures: Cities from Kansas City to Dallas, Denver, and even Fargo are facing highs around or above 100°F.
- Quote (Adam Klotz, 02:22):
  “Going to be a hot one across the middle of the country...those could be record breaking highs from Texas to Wyoming, Colorado…100, 105 degrees, those would all be record breaking highs today.”
- The heat is expected to linger for days as a high-pressure area remains in place.

5. Baseball Hall of Fame Inductions

[02:58–03:43] Three notable MLB players—Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones, and Jeff Kent—are inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Stats & Significance:
  - Carlos Beltran: 9-time All-Star, 400+ home runs, 300+ stolen bases.
  - Andruw Jones: 10 Gold Gloves, 5-time All-Star, 400+ home runs.
  - Jeff Kent: Most home runs by a second baseman (377), inducted by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee.
- Quote (Tony Genualdo, 03:18):
  “Beltran and Jones each received the necessary 75% support from baseball writers…Kent was elected by the Contemporary Baseball era committee.”

6. Box Office: “Odyssey” Breaks Records

[03:43–03:57] Christopher Nolan’s film “Odyssey” earns $200 million in eight days, becoming the second-fastest R-rated film to hit this mark (trailing only “Deadpool and Wolverine”).
- Notable Moment (03:51–03:55): Brief dramatic exchange from the film:
  - “Trust me, you will come back.”
  - “What if I can't?”
- Demonstrates “Odyssey’s” strong cultural impact and audience turnout.

Notable Quotes

Steven Chung (White House Communications Director), via Trey Inks – [00:25]:
- “President Trump has always been consistent in saying he prefers a diplomatic solution, but he continues to retain all options if Iran continues terrorist activities…”
Chanley Painter (Fox News) – [01:06]:
- “Police in Berlin are searching for a suspect who allegedly plowed a van through a crowd at an LGBTQ Plus Pride event.”
Adam Klotz (Fox Weather) – [02:22]:
- “Going to be a hot one across the middle of the country...those could be record breaking highs from Texas to Wyoming, Colorado…”
Tony Genualdo (Fox News) – [03:18]:
- “Beltran and Jones each received the necessary 75% support from baseball writers…Kent was elected by the Contemporary Baseball era committee.”

Important Timestamps

[00:03] U.S.–Iran military and diplomatic update
[01:04] Berlin Pride attack breaking news
[01:22] France/Spain wildfire evacuations
[02:21] U.S. heat wave forecasts and warnings
[02:58] Baseball Hall of Fame 2026 inductees
[03:43] “Odyssey”'s box office milestone

This summary distills the major stories and moments from the Fox News Radio 12PM newscast, maintaining the brisk, factual delivery reflective of the broadcast’s tone.

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A timeout. I'm Paul Stevens. Fox News officials say US Strikes against Iran have paused, at least for now. Fox's Trey Inks in Tel Aviv.
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The White House is making clear the military option remains on the table as President Trump considers solutions that are both using force and diplomacy. White House communications director Steven Chung told Fox News Digital that President Trump has always been consistent in saying he prefers a diplomatic solution, but but he continues to retain all options if Iran continues terrorist activities in the Strait of Hormuz or against allies. Chung went on to say it would be wise for Iran to work towards a negotiated deal. Otherwise they know what will happen. The US Naval blockade remains in effect as the economic pressure is being felt inside of Iran.
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This as negotiators continue to press forward with peace talks as Iran says its officials have held several rounds of talks with Oman about the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. German authorities canceling a popular prime festival Saturday. This after a car ran through the festivities.
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Police in Berlin are searching for a suspect who allegedly plowed a van through a crowd at an LGBTQ Plus Pride event. At least one person was killed, 16 others are hurt. Police say the suspect has ties to local Islamic groups and they believe the act was terrorism. Hundreds of thousands of people were in
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Berlin for that celebration and that is Fox's Chanley Painter. Cops say they again have ID to suspect. Still no arrest just yet. A raging wildfire in southwest France forcing the evacuation of 55,000 people overnight Sunday. That brings the total number forced out of their homes to a staggering 220,000 in one region alone. Flames creeping ever closer to the famed wine city of Bordeaux. Neighboring Spain, by the way, also overseeing its own fire evacuations on the country's east coast. America is listening to FOX News.
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More than 85 million folks in the Central US baking under a dangerous heat wave.
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Going to be a hot one across the middle of the country. Some of These daytime highs 100 in Kansas City, 102 in Dallas, 101 in Denver, pushing 100 as far north as Fargo. We're going to see plenty of spots cross the 100 degree marker and those could be record breaking highs from Texas to Wyoming, Colorado, some of these areas, 100, 105 degrees, those would all be record breaking highs today. That does linger into your work because we see this area of high pressure bringing temperatures basically up around 100 degrees for the next three days.
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And that's Fox Weather's Adam Klotz. That heat dome is then expected to move west in the coming days. Three new members joining baseball's best at
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the hall of Fame today, Carlos Beltran, Andrew Jones and Jeff Kent are set to be enshrined today in the National Baseball hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Beltran and Jones each received the necessary 75% support from baseball writers to get in. Beltron got 84.2% of the vote on his fourth ballot. He was a nine time All Star and is one of five players to record at least 400 home runs and 300 stolen bases. Jones got 78.4% on his ninth ballot. He won 10 Gold Gloves and was selected to five All Star teams. And Kent was elected by the Contemporary Baseball era committee. His 377 career home runs are the most biased second baseman in major league history. Tony Genualdo, FOX News.
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The Odyssey continues to dominate at the North American movie box office. Christopher Nolan's film grossing 200 million bucks in eight days.
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Trust me, you will come back.
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What if I can't?
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Odyssey now becoming the second fastest ever R rated movie in history to reach the major box office milestone in North America. Now only second behind Deadpool and Wolverine for this distinction. I'm Paul Stevens. This is FOX News.