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BBC News — BBC News Now
Wednesday 12 August 2026 · 12:30 BST · 30m · 6 stories · 8 annotated moments · 24 of 30 min on news stories (79%)
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The broadcast opened with coverage of the powerful earthquake in western Colombia. Rescuers, firefighters, soldiers, and volunteers continued searching for survivors, with human chains used to remove rubble by hand. At least 240 people were reported dead, with more than 3,000 missing, and displaced people spent a second night in shelters. Colombia's new president, in office since Friday, declared a state of emergency.
A new International Labour Organization report showed global youth unemployment rose to 12.4% last year, equivalent to 67 million people aged 15-24. An ILO analyst said advanced economies were worst affected and warned that AI could add to job pressures, with millions of young people in roles AI could perform. Separately, President Trump confirmed he secretly swapped planes during a NATO summit in Turkey last month due to a possible threat, using a catering truck to transfer. The White House press corps and some cabinet members remained on Air Force One unaware, leading to concerns about a breach of trust between the White House and the press.
Ahead of a rare total solar eclipse visible in parts of Europe later, preparations included advice on safe viewing. The BBC's science editor in Cornwall said viewing conditions were good, and warned not to look directly at the sun, recommending eclipse glasses or a colander projection. Demand for certified glasses led to long queues in East London. The broadcast also featured a report from the Edinburgh Fringe, where a Palestinian circus troupe performed, with a member saying the festival allowed them to celebrate their identity and connect with the world despite restrictions and conflict.
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Claim UN report shows global youth unemployment rises to 12.4% amid AI pressures
Global youth unemployment reached 12.4% last year, with 67 million people aged 15 to 24 out of work.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 3:41-3:52
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Claim UN report shows global youth unemployment rises to 12.4% amid AI pressures
Youth unemployment rose most in advanced economies, particularly Northern America and Europe.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 4:16-4:26
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Claim UN report shows global youth unemployment rises to 12.4% amid AI pressures
Around 6.1 million young people are in jobs that AI could do, and a 10% reduction in those roles would add 5.6 million to unemployment.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 5:30-5:37
- 7:57 Story begins Trump switches planes over assassination threat
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Claim Establishment wins in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, South Carolina runoff
Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist candidate, lost the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 13:10-13:20
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Claim Establishment wins in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, South Carolina runoff
Mike Lindell, a Republican candidate for governor in Minnesota, lost his primary.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 13:35-13:41
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Claim Establishment wins in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, South Carolina runoff
A candidate described as Lindsey Graham's sister advanced in the South Carolina primary but will face a runoff.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 14:00-14:12
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Claim Palestinian circus troupe performs at Edinburgh Fringe
The troupe last performed at the Edinburgh Fringe 11 years ago.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 21:42-21:45
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Claim Palestinian circus troupe performs at Edinburgh Fringe
The company was founded in Palestine as a non-profit to bring hope and creativity to young people.
BBC NEWS, BBC News Now, 12 August 2026, 22:24-22:32
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