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The US remains outside formal negotiations with Iran as Oman and Tehran discuss arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the diplomatic path uncertain and raising the possibility of renewed fighting. Joining Bloomberg This Weekend, Bloomberg News White House & National Security Editor Michelle Jamrisko explains to David Gura and Christina Ruffini that strains on US munitions supplies are complicating Washington's options, with the Pentagon pushing defense contractors to accelerate production while balancing weapons needs across Iran, Ukraine and other potential conflicts.

Hunting camouflage has moved from the woods into mainstream fashion, fueled by demand for vintage workwear and rural American aesthetics. Bloomberg Weekend Senior Features Writer Madison Darbyshire is on Bloomberg This Weekend to explain how the trend has reached streetwear and luxury fashion, where inexpensive hunting gear can inspire pieces costing thousands of dollars and give urban consumers a way to adopt the imagery of traditional masculinity and blue-collar culture.

Thousands of University of California faculty members are pushing the system to reconsider its test free admissions policy, arguing that SAT and ACT scores could help identify students prepared for college-level work as concerns grow about grade inflation and AI use. Bloomberg News Education Policy Reporter Liam Knox explains to hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini that the university has launched a faculty-led review, but opponents argue standardized tests can reinforce socioeconomic disparities, and UC says no change will affect students applying for fall 2027 admission.

Berkshire Hathaway stepped up spending under CEO Greg Abel, repurchasing about $4.5 billion of its shares while deploying billions more into investments. Bloomberg Intelligence and Senior P&C Insurance Equity Analyst Matthew Palazola is on Bloomberg This Weekend explaining to hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini that Abel appears more focused on operations and putting Berkshire's enormous cash reserves to work, marking an early shift from Warren Buffett's final years at the helm.

Merrill & Bank of America Head of Market Strategy Joe Quinlan is on Bloomberg This Weekend to give his reaction to the July jobs report. Quinlan explains to hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini that the US economy remains resilient despite the weak July jobs data, pointing to continued hiring in construction and health care and investment tied to AI.

Sports game streaming, RFK Jr.'s cooking show, $100 hot dogs, and getting into college without applying. Bloomberg News' Lisa Mateo joins David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to share headlines you may have missed from over the week.

More than 70,000 people, mostly Moroccans, crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta in a mass migration surge fueled by economic frustration and amplified by social media. Senior Researcher at Oxford University Centre on Migration, Policy & Society Myriam Cherti is on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the unusual influx of those looking to cross.

The US unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July while unemployment fell to 4.1%, a decline driven by fewer people participating in the labor force rather than stronger employment. Bloomberg News Economics Chief US Economist Anna Wong joins Bloomberg This Weekend and explains to hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini that the weak payrolls and persistent downward revisions point to a softer labor market and could reduce pressure on the Fed to raise rates in September.

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General despite initial opposition from multiple senators concerned about Blanche's ties to President Trump. A deal was struck in the early hours to secure enough votes with key holdouts such as Senator Bill Cassidy changing his position. Bloomberg News Washington Deputy Bureau Chief Laura Davison joins David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the tense and closely watched process.

Spelman College President, Dr. Ayanna Howard, sits down with Romaine Bostick to discuss the impact of federal funding rollbacks for HBCUs, and the impact of AI on college graduates.

John Foraker, Co-Founder and CEO of Once Upon a Farm, discussed the company's strong 42% sales growth in the recent quarter and expressed confidence in sustaining this momentum due to resilient consumer demand across baby and kid food categories. The company has raised its guidance for the full year and anticipates continued growth. He speaks with Romaine Bostick on "The Close."

Akamai's shares declined following the release of its second-quarter earnings report, despite the company beating earnings estimates. Tom Leighton, Co-Founder and CEO of Akamai, joined the program to discuss the company's performance and recent developments. He speaks with Romaine Bostick on "The Close."