Fox News Hourly Update: 1AM ET 12/14/2025 Newscast

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: December 14, 2025

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This episode delivers an urgent roundup of breaking national and global news, focusing on a tragic shooting at Brown University, U.S. casualties in Syria, continuing conflict in Gaza, severe flooding in Washington State, a health update from King Charles III, and a major lawsuit verdict against Johnson & Johnson.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brown University Shooting

• [00:03] Chris DiMaio reports police are searching for a gunman following a deadly shooting at Brown University; two are confirmed dead.

• [00:12] School leadership believes the deceased and most of the nine total injured are students.

• [00:50] Brown University President Christina Paxson expresses focus on support for families and the community.

  Quote:

  "Our focus right now is on supporting the families who have been affected by this, the families of the two students who sadly lost their lives today, as well as the eight, now nine students who are in the hospital."
  — Christina Paxson, [01:04]

2. U.S. Military Deaths in Syria & President Trump's Reaction

• [01:04] President Trump vows to retaliate after three Americans, including two service members, are killed in Syria.

• [01:14] Investigation ties the attacker to both Syrian government forces and ISIS; American soldiers killed were from the Iowa National Guard.

• [01:14] Context provided on Syrian leadership: al-Assad has fled, replaced by al-Shara, once wanted for alleged Al Qaeda links.

  Quote:

  "The attacker was affiliated with the Syrian government forces... he was not part of the official delegation ... he shot at the American soldiers who were guarding the perimeter of the meeting."
  — Lucas Tomlinson, [01:14]

3. Israel-Hamas Conflict

• [01:50] Israeli forces report the killing of a senior Hamas commander in Gaza.

4. Washington State Flood Emergency

• [02:32] Washington remains under a state of emergency after historic flooding; more rain is expected.

• [02:37] Water is receding but significant cleanup remains; a powerful atmospheric river dumped a foot or more of rain, causing widespread damage, swift water rescues, and mass evacuations.

  Quote:

  "The water has started to recede. I was in this exact same spot yesterday and the water would have been over my head. It was higher than me. But residents ... returning to their homes, some of them, and clearing out the mess, trying to see what has been damaged or destroyed."
  — Christina Coleman, [02:37]

• [02:37] Risk of mudslides and ongoing concerns with river levels and displaced residents.

5. King Charles III Cancer Update

• [03:28] King Charles delivers a message supporting cancer research and the importance of early diagnosis, noting 9 million UK citizens are behind on screenings.

• [03:28] He thanks healthcare and charity workers; Cancer Research UK reports a surge in people checking screening resources as a result.

  Quote:

  "A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but early detection is the key to saving lives."
  — King Charles III (via Stephanie Bennett), [03:28]

6. Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Lawsuit

• [04:08] A Los Angeles jury awards $40 million to two women who claim talcum powder caused their ovarian cancer; Johnson & Johnson will appeal.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Brown University shooting and victims:
  "We know, sadly, that the majority of the victims, if not all of them, are thought to be students."
  — Fox News Correspondent, [00:12]

• On Washington floods:
  "Ten rivers were seen at major flood stage this week. The unpredictable and dangerous situation forced many families to quickly leave their homes at night."
  — Christina Coleman, [02:37]

• On King Charles's message:
  "The king said at least 9 million people in the UK are not up to date with the screenings available to them."
  — Stephanie Bennett, [03:28]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Brown University Shooting – [00:03] to [01:04]
• Syria/US Attack & Trump's Response – [01:04] to [01:50]
• Israel-Hamas – [01:50] to [02:01]
• Washington Flood Emergency – [02:32] to [03:22]
• King Charles Cancer Update – [03:22] to [04:08]
• Johnson & Johnson Lawsuit – [04:08] to [04:29]

This newscast efficiently covers top stories, blending breaking updates with poignant statements from leaders and those affected, offering listeners a rapid but detailed overview of key events unfolding worldwide.