Top Twelve Story News Brief: 8/25/2025 (saves you time and clicks)

1. Israeli Airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Israeli forces conducted airstrikes on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists such as AP freelancer Mariam Dagga and Reuters contractors, in what Palestinian health officials described as a devastating attack. The Israeli military confirmed the strike in the area but stated it does not target journalists and expressed regret for harm to civilians, while committing to an investigation. This incident adds to the Israel-Hamas war’s toll on media workers, with over 192 journalists killed in Gaza over 22 months, highlighting the dangers faced by reporters in the conflict zone.

2. Trump Executive Order on Flag Desecration. President Trump signed an executive order directing the Justice Department to prosecute individuals who desecrate the American flag, including through burning, and to pursue legal actions clarifying First Amendment boundaries on such acts. The order also mandates denying visas or immigration benefits to non-citizens involved in flag desecration, amid recent incidents like anti-Israel protesters burning flags in Chicago, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles. This move aligns with Trump’s broader patriotic initiatives, such as banning non-American flags at State Department offices and personally funding large American flags at the White House.  see: From now on – JUST IN: If you burn the American Flag, you get 1 Year in Jail – Trump – for a clip and story

3. Stray Kids Release New Album ‘Karma’K-pop group Stray Kids released their album ‘Karma’, emphasizing themes of reciprocity and triumph, with standout tracks like the title song “Ceremony” and fan favorites “Bleep” and “In My Head”. The album follows their record-breaking DominATE World Tour, which grossed $76.2 million in North America alone, showcasing their global appeal and self-produced authenticity. Members highlighted their growth, fan bonds, and future aspirations in interviews, positioning ‘Karma’ as a contender for another No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

4. Death of Spanish Actress Veronica Echegui. Spanish actress Veronica Echegui died at age 42 in Madrid from cancer, leaving behind a legacy of powerful performances in films like “Yo soy la Juani” and series such as “Intimidad”. She earned multiple Goya nominations and won one in 2022 for her short film “Totem Loba”, which addressed sexual abuse based on her experiences. Her passing shocked the industry, with tributes praising her talent, humility, and advocacy for women’s issues.

5. Robert Habeck Gives Up Bundestag Mandate. German Greens politician Robert Habeck announced he is relinquishing his Bundestag seat effective September 1, citing a need for a change in perspective after 20 years in politics and acknowledging his party’s electoral defeat. He plans to spend the next year abroad researching and teaching at institutions like the Danish Institute for International Studies and UC Berkeley. Reactions include his successor Mayra Tjorven Vriesema taking the seat, with Habeck emphasizing this is not a full withdrawal from politics but a step to gain new insights.

6. Anomalies in Bihar’s Electoral Rolls. An investigation in Bihar revealed massive voter list irregularities, such as 197 voters registered to a dilapidated, uninhabited house in Katihar district, with over 1.5 lakh voters clustered in just 1,200-1,300 households across five constituencies. Booth-by-booth checks uncovered fake voters and discrepancies missed by the Election Commission, raising concerns about electoral integrity ahead of polls. These findings suggest potential manipulation, prompting calls for urgent reforms to prevent fraud.

ELAINE CULOTTI: Newsom was finished after California’s fires. His survival strategy? Import millions, redraw the maps, and grab power through redistricting. pic.twitter.com/73pS1BSQHv

— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) August 25, 2025

7. Trump’s Gilded Oval Office Makeover. President Trump personally funded a luxurious renovation of the Oval Office, adding gold accents to the ceiling, doorways, fireplace, and curtains, along with gold coasters and trinkets. The changes include a protected copy of the Declaration of Independence and were described as high-quality enhancements to bring “life” to the room. This project is part of larger White House upgrades, including a $200 million ballroom, all covered by Trump and donors without taxpayer expense.

8. Snoop Dogg Criticizes LGBTQ+ in Kids’ Films. Snoop Dogg expressed frustration over LGBTQ+ storylines in children’s movies during a podcast, citing a surprise scene in “Lightyear” with two moms that left him unprepared to explain to his grandson. He claimed such representations are “everywhere” and make him hesitant to watch films with kids, while also lamenting a perceived erosion of masculinity in media. The comments sparked backlash online, with critics labeling them homophobic and suggesting simple explanations like adoption.

Under oath, the FDA, CDC, EPA & NSF were asked simple questions.

👉 What’s the safe level of fluoride to ingest?
👉 What’s the toxic level?

They admitted: they don’t know.

No safety studies. No answers. Yet they assure us it’s “safe.” pic.twitter.com/2CVgfPJiQ7

— Children’s Health Defense (@ChildrensHD) August 25, 2025

9. Zelensky on Ukrainian Strikes in Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that Ukraine is using domestically produced long-range weapons, like the Flamingo missile with over 3,000 km range, for deep strikes inside Russia without coordinating targets with the US. He noted that previous US restrictions on American weapons have not been discussed recently, allowing greater operational freedom. This comes amid evolving US policy, initially prohibiting such strikes but later easing near border areas, as Ukraine escalates its defense against Russian aggression.

10. ‘Crime Scene Zero’ Premieres on Netflix. The deduction game show ‘Crime Scene Zero’ is set to premiere on Netflix on September 23, featuring 10 episodes released over three weeks with players like Jang Jin and An Yu-jin solving mysteries as suspects and detectives. The series promises intense battles, realistic settings, and guest appearances, building on its popularity from previous seasons on JTBC and Tving. Teasers highlight unique costumes and plot twists, generating buzz among fans of mystery entertainment.

🔥Dr. Peter McCullough on the CDC Hyper-Vaccination Schedule:

“If a child is perfectly healthy, multiple studies show the child is perfectly fine skipping all the vaccines until they’re at least out of this critical phase of neurologic and immunologic development.”… pic.twitter.com/cfitLTKIx6

— McCullough Foundation (@McCulloughFund) August 25, 2025

11. NCT Chenle Wins Award at TMEA 2025NCT’s Chenle received the ‘Breakthrough Trending Artist of the Year’ at the 2025 TMEA in Macau, recognizing his growth through his China special album ‘Chan (灿/Lucid)’. He performed the title track and thanked fans, vowing to deliver memorable music and performances. The album topped Chinese charts, underscoring his rising popularity in the region.

The Democratic Party working with the UN is openly trying to bring down the United States with replacement migration.

President Trump’s actions are 100% constitutional and have been upheld by the courts.

Our republic is literally fighting for its very survival. https://t.co/TLtA51kMdw pic.twitter.com/5LWqoEl5kM

— Alex Jones (@RealAlexJones) August 25, 2025

12. ITZY Wins at 2025 TIMAITZY won ‘Best International Stage Performance of the Year’ at the 2025 TIMA in Macau, performing hits like “Girls Will Be Girls” and “WANNABE” to acclaim. The award highlights their global impact following their mini album’s success on iTunes and YouTube. They expressed gratitude and announced an upcoming fan meeting in Seoul.