8AM ET 03/16/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET 03/16/2026 Newscast

Host: Dave Anthony, FOX News Podcasts

Date: March 16, 2026

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Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers the latest headlines covering international conflict, national weather disasters, political gridlock affecting air travel, the Oscars, economic updates, and major sports outcomes. The broadcast focuses heavily on ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran, the resulting global oil and travel disruptions, and then shifts to cultural and sports highlights.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

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International: Ongoing Strikes Against Iran

• Continued Bombardments

  • The U.S. and Israel persistently strike Tehran and western Iran, mainly targeting ballistic missile sites.
  • Details from Fox's Trey Youngston in Tel Aviv highlight the effectiveness and scope of these actions.
    • Quote (Trey Youngston, 00:11):
      “These strikes have not only targeted Tehran, but also much of western Iran, where the launching positions and production facilities are for Iran's ballistic missile stockpile... the Iranians are starting to run out of the critical missiles and drones that they are using to target not only Gulf countries but also US Ally Israel.”

• Global Coalition Against Iranian Blockade

  • President Trump advocates for an allied coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran, and resume oil shipping.
    • Quote (Dave Anthony quoting President Trump, 00:31):
      “Nice to have other countries police with us and we'll help. We'll work with them.”

• Oil Market Implications

  • Oil prices remain volatile but broadly unchanged, while gas prices have spiked considerably since the conflict began (up 73 cents per gallon).
    • Update (Dave Anthony, 02:40):
      “We mentioned oil prices earlier being mixed this morning. Gas is up 2 more cents. AAA's price for regular has surged 73 cents a gallon in this conflict...”

• Emergency Measures

  • Energy Secretary Chris Wright reassures the public that price hikes are “temporary,” with strategic petroleum reserves set to be released.
    • Quote (Chris Wright, 02:53):
      “The price of oil should be dropping in a matter of weeks... President Trump chose best time to strike to end Iran's ability to threaten energy markets.”
    • Quote (Grinnell Scott reporting, 03:12):
      “Last week, Secretary Wright said 172 million barrels from U.S. petroleum reserves will be released to help offset high gas prices.”

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Domestic: Severe Weather and Air Travel Disruptions

• Blizzard Hits Upper Midwest

  • Ongoing blizzard conditions in the Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan) drive cancellations of over 2,000 flights.
  • Continued TSA slowdowns due to unpaid agents (stemming from a Homeland Security funding standoff) cause additional delays at airports.
    • Quote (Dave Anthony, 00:31):
      “A nasty storm keeps hitting the upper Midwest with blizzard warnings... Another 2,000 flights canceled today... There continue to be long security lines at some airports because TSA agents continue to have to work without pay...”

• Airlines Call Out Congress Over Shutdown

  • Airline CEOs criticize Congress for making air travel “a political football” amid the ongoing funding dispute.
    • Quote (Madeleine Rivera, 01:09):
      “CEOs of major airline companies are now criticizing members of Congress for, as they say, once again making air travel a political football... calling for lawmakers to come together to find a solution...”

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Culture: 2026 Oscar Winners

• Major Winners and Historic Moments
  • Best Picture: The big winner was six wins, including best picture.
  • Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan for Sinners.
    • Jordan acknowledges black acting legends in his acceptance:
      • Quote (Dave Anthony, 01:38):
        “Thanking those that paved the way, Sydney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx, Forest Whitaker, Will Smith.”
  • Frankenstein wins three awards; K Pop Demon Hunters 2 also recognized.
  • Best Supporting Actor: Sean Penn (no film specified).
  • Best Actress: Jesse Buckley for Hamnet.
  • Best Supporting Actress: Amy Madigan for Weapons.
    • Quote (Madeleine Rivera, 01:28):
      “The big winner was six wins, including best picture. Sinners follow with four wins, including Michael B. Jordan for best actor. Thanking those that paved the way…”

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Sports: Major Contests and Tournaments

• World Baseball Classic

  • Team USA beats the Dominican Republic 2–1 to advance to the championship, with home runs by Gunner Henderson and Roman Anthony.
    • Quote (Sports Reporter, 03:41):
      “Red Sox right fielder Roman Anthony hit a solo home run... in Miami to give the United States a 2 to 1 lead... Team USA is in the championship of the World Baseball Classic.”

• NCAA Basketball Tournament Seedings

  • Men: Duke earns the top seed; Arizona, Florida, and Michigan also headlining their regions.
  • Women: Undefeated Connecticut is top seeded, joined by South Carolina, Texas, and UCLA.

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Economic Update

• Wall Street Recovery
  • Dow futures are up, rebounding from last week’s declines.
    • Quote (Dave Anthony, 03:24):
      “On Wall Street, a rebound is brewing from last week's selling. Dow Futures on the rise this morning…”

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Iran
  • Trey Youngston (00:11):
    “The Iranians are starting to run out of the critical missiles and drones...”
• On Coalition Building
  • President Trump via Dave Anthony (00:31):
    “Nice to have other countries police with us and we'll help.”
• On Fuel Prices
  • Chris Wright (02:53):
    “The price of oil should be dropping in a matter of weeks.”
• On the Oscars
  • Michael B. Jordan acknowledges “those that paved the way... Sydney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx, Forest Whitaker, Will Smith.” (01:38)
• On Air Travel Disruption
  • Madeleine Rivera (01:09):
    “CEOs of major airline companies... making air travel a political football... calling for lawmakers to come together...”
• Sports Highlight
  • “Red Sox right fielder Roman Anthony hit a solo home run... Team USA is in the championship...” (03:41)

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• Iran Airstrikes & President Trump’s Response: 00:03–00:31
• Blizzard & TSA/Airline Crisis: 00:31–01:24
• Oscars Recap: 01:24–01:50
• Oil Prices & Economic Actions: 02:40–03:12
• World Baseball Classic Update: 03:24–04:16
• NCAA Tournament Seedings: 04:16–04:37

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Conclusion

This briskly paced update offers a snapshot of global and national crises, punctuated by moments of cultural and athletic achievement. International headlines are dominated by the unfolding Iran conflict and its worldwide ripple effects. Domestically, weather and political gridlock deepen travel woes. The Oscars highlight diversity and achievement in Hollywood, while American teams advance on the world stage in baseball and college basketball.

Listeners are left with the tone of reassurance amid uncertainty—emphasizing coalition, resilience, and notable American successes against adversity.

Transcript

[Dave Anthony]

Smoke hangs over Iran's capital. The 17th day. I'm Dave Anthony, Fox News. The U.S. and Israel continue to hit Iran there and beyond.

[Trey Youngston]

These strikes have not only targeted Tehran, but also much of western Iran, where the launching positions and production facilities are for Iran's ballistic missile stockpile. And as it continues each and every day, the Iranians are starting to run out of the critical missiles and drones that they are using to target not only Gulf countries but also US Ally Israel.

[Dave Anthony]

Fox's Trey Youngston, TEL Aviv President Trump wants help from our allies to set up a coalition force to get oil shipping again through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran's been blocking, the president telling reporters while flying back to Washington. Nice to have other countries police with us and we'll help. We'll work with them. Oil prices are mixed this morning, not moving much. A nasty storm keeps hitting the upper Midwest with blizzard warnings. Iowa to Illinois through Wisconsin and Michigan. Another 2,000 flights canceled today, about 16. But that's not the only problem. There continue to be long security lines at some airports because TSA agents continue to have to work without pay, with Homeland Security funding still blocked, so some haven't shown up.

[Madeleine Rivera]

The CEOs of major airline companies are now criticizing members of Congress for, as they say, once again making air travel a political football. In another government shutdown calling for lawmakers to come together to find a solution, fox's Madeleine Rivera.

[Dave Anthony]

They handed out the Oscars last night on abc with one battle after another leading the way.

[Madeleine Rivera]

The big winner was six wins, including best picture. Sinners follow with four wins, including Michael B. Jordan for best actor. Thanking those that paved the way, Sydney

[Dave Anthony]

Poitier, Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Jamie Fox, Forest Whitaker, Will Smith.

[Madeleine Rivera]

That clip courtesy of AMPU, 2026 Frankenstein took home three awards. K Pop Demon Hunters 2 Fox's Michelle

[Dave Anthony]

Palino, Sean Penn, best supporting actor, Jesse Buckley, best actress for Hamnet. The best supporting actress Oscar went to Amy Madigan for weapons. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Dave Anthony]

we mentioned oil prices earlier being mixed this morning. Gas is up 2 more cents. AAA's price for regular has surged 73 cents a gallon in this conflict, but Energy Secretary Chris Wright insists it's temporary.

[Chris Wright]

Secretary Wright said the price of oil should be dropping in a matter of weeks. Secretary Wright said on ABC's this Week, President Trump chose best time to strike

[Dave Anthony]

to end Iran's ability to threaten energy markets.

[Sports Reporter]

Yes, we go through this period of

[Dave Anthony]

short term disruption, but better to do it now than to have a nuclear armed Iran.

[Chris Wright]

Last week, Secretary Wright said 172 million barrels from U.S. petroleum reserves will be released to help offset high gas prices. Grinnell Scott, Fox News On Wall Street,

[Dave Anthony]

a rebound is brewing from last week's selling. Dow Futures on the rise this morning at the World Baseball Classic. Team USA advances to center field. Rodriguez and touch. He's going back here. It is gone. Robert Anthony gives the US the lead

[Sports Reporter]

on Fox Sports 1. Red Sox right fielder Roman Anthony hit a solo home run of the fourth inning last night in Miami to give the United States a 2 to 1 lead over the Dominican Republic in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic. Two batters prior, Gunner Henderson of the Orioles had gotten Team USA on the board with a home run off Luis severino. It was 2 to 1. Team USA after four innings. 2 to 1. Team USA after nine innings. Team USA is in the championship of the World Baseball Classic. The final game is tomorrow night in Miami. Team USA awaits the winner of tonight's semifinals in Miami between Italy and Venezuela.

[Dave Anthony]

That's fox's Jared Max. The college basketball tournaments are set. Duke is the top men's seed in the NCAA tournament. Undefeated Connecticut ranked first in the women's bracket. The other top regional seeds in the men's tournament, Arizona, Florida, Michigan. For the women, the other top seeds, South Carolina, Texas and ucla. The first games are tomorrow. I'm Dave Anthony and this is FOX News.

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