Fox News Hourly Update – 8PM ET | October 26, 2025

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Host: Daria Albinger, FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 26, 2025
Episode Theme:
A rapid-fire summary of the day’s top national and international stories, focusing on significant developments in crime, international relations, weather emergencies, and their political implications.

Main News Stories

1. Arrests after Brazen Louvre Heist

[00:02 – 00:56]

• Overview: Two suspects apprehended in relation to the high-profile theft of French crown jewels from the Louvre.
• Details:
  • The suspects are part of a group of potentially four.
  • Arrests made after one suspect tried to flee via Charles de Gaulle Airport, reportedly bound for Algeria.
  • Both arrested men are in their 30s, hail from a northern Paris suburb, and were already known to police.
  • The theft occurred on Sunday morning, around 9:30 AM.
  • The suspects used a basket lift and power tools to access the Apollo Gallery.
• Current Status: The French crown jewels remain missing; authorities fear they may be destroyed.

“Two of the potentially four suspects are in custody. Many are saying they're hoping that justice will be served. But of course, the race is still on to find those several pieces of missing French crown jewels before they're potentially destroyed.”
— Stephanie Bennett, [00:11]

2. President Trump’s Warning to Hamas over Hostage Bodies

[00:56 – 01:51]

• Overview: Ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza, with 13 bodies remaining inside and diplomatic warnings issued.
• Details:
  • President Trump posted a stern warning on Truth Social insisting on the return of the deceased hostages, including two Americans, within 48 hours.
  • The warning implied that “other countries” involved in regional peace may “take action” if demands go unmet.
  • Trump emphasized hopes for lasting Middle East peace, but insisted on accountability from Hamas.
  • Uncertainty remains whether cease-fire will hold and if all parties are honoring recent agreements.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “We have a very strong peace in the Middle East and I believe it has a good chance of being everlasting. Hamas is going to have to start returning the bodies of the deceased hostages, including two Americans quickly or the other countries involved in this great peace will take action.”
    — President Trump, as quoted by Fox, [01:03]
  • “Hamas will be not hard to take care of very quickly, but I hope it holds for Hamas too because you know, they gave us their word on something.”
    — President Trump, [01:33]
• Reporter: Trey Yingst reporting from Tel Aviv as ceasefire negotiations continue.

3. Hurricane Melissa Threatens Jamaica

[03:12 – 03:56]

• Overview: Hurricane Melissa continues to strengthen and pose a serious threat to Jamaica, potentially reaching Category 5.
• Details:
  • Community members and local businesses are urgently preparing, boarding up properties.
  • Aid groups and U.S. government are monitoring closely; response teams stand ready.
  • Comparison drawn to 1988’s Hurricane Gilbert, but potential for greater severity.
  • Severe weather risks: mudslides, rockslides, landslides, infrastructure collapse, and major power outages.
• Notable Quote:
  • “The last time anything even close was 1988 Hurricane Gilbert. This will be more intense. Mudslides, rock slides, landslides and the mountainous region here in Jamaica will be in play. Roads will crumble and massive power outages.”
    — Robert Ray (reporting from Kingston), [03:20]

4. President Trump's Asia Trip & Trade Agreement with China

[03:56 – 04:34]

• Overview: President Trump’s official visit to Malaysia and forthcoming China meetings, securing a rare earth minerals deal.
• Details:
  • Malaysia is the first stop, where President Trump participated in peace discussions and local festivities.
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant announced a framework with China on rare earth minerals vital to technology and manufacturing, including “iPhones to cars to fighter jets...TikTok and soybeans.”
  • Trump also presided over a peace deal between Cambodia and Thailand, ending long-lasting hostilities.
• Notable Moment: Trump showcases his “signature dance moves” before engaging in diplomatic discussions.

“Those minerals power everything from iPhones to cars to fighter jets as well as TikTok and soybeans.”
— Scott Bessant, Treasury Secretary, [04:05]

5. Federal Government Shutdown Causes Major Airport Delays

[04:34 – 05:06]

• Overview: The ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown is impacting air travel nationwide.
• Details:
  • Major airports such as Newark, Boston, London, and Los Angeles are experiencing delays and ground stops.
  • Staffing shortages are worsening as essential workers remain unpaid but required to work.
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy acknowledges the strain on infrastructure.
• Notable Quote:
  • “There have been increased staffing shortages across the system because essential workers have not been getting paid right now because of the shutdown, but that they are expected to work.”
    — Daria Albinger (host), [04:50]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Two of the potentially four suspects are in custody...The race is still on to find those several pieces of missing French crown jewels before they're potentially destroyed.”
  — Stephanie Bennett, [00:11]

• “Hamas is going to have to start returning the bodies of the deceased hostages, including two Americans quickly or...other countries involved in this great peace will take action.”
  — President Trump, as quoted by Fox, [01:03]

• “The last time anything even close was 1988 Hurricane Gilbert. This will be more intense...mudslides, rockslides, landslides...roads will crumble and massive power outages.”
  — Robert Ray, [03:20]

Timestamps of Important Segments

• Louvre Heist Update: [00:02 – 00:56]
• Gaza Hostage Crisis / Trump Warning: [00:56 – 01:51]
• Hurricane Melissa Hits Jamaica: [03:12 – 03:56]
• Presidential Asia Trip & Trade Deal: [03:56 – 04:34]
• Shutdown and Airline Delays: [04:34 – 05:06]

This episode delivers vital updates on international crime, global diplomacy, severe weather emergencies, and domestic political impacts—presented in FOX News’ trademark brisk, urgent, matter-of-fact style.