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'Home Alone' at White House: Vance jokes as Trump visits China for key talks

Vice President J.D. Vance likened his solitary White House presence to Macaulay Culkin in "Home Alone" due to Secret Service rules preventing him from traveling with President Trump. Vance also cautioned that federal funding for state health insurance programs could be halted if they don't cooperate with the administration's fraud…

The Times of India

US, China will have 'a fantastic future together', Trump tells Xi at Beijing meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump met in Beijing. The leaders engaged in high-level discussions. Topics included trade, Taiwan, and Iran. The meeting featured ceremonial pageantry. Both sides are expected to discuss economic cooperation and potential trade agreements. The visit aims to advance economic outcomes for the…

The Economic Times

Oil Price Today (May 14): Crude oil above $105 per barrel. Here’s why Trump-Xi meeting is important for Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices edged higher as investors awaited talks between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, focusing on economic gains and geopolitical issues like the Iran war. Despite concerns over interest rate hikes, crude futures saw slight increases, with analysts warning of potential price surges if the Strait of…

The Economic Times

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Dollar boosted by rate expectations, safe-haven flows as Trump, Xi meet

The US dollar strengthened on Thursday. Higher Treasury yields and safe-haven demand boosted the currency. Investors anticipate Federal Reserve rate hikes this year. A meeting between US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping in Beijing is a key focus. The offshore yuan held near a three-year high. Inflation data…

The Economic Times

Love, quest, adventure: the storytelling behind Xi Jinping’s speeches and China’s grand strategy

For many in the West, China still feels hard to fully understand. Public debate and media coverage too often focus on the “China threat”. Critics highlight the flaws of China’s political system and limits on freedom, yet China has still managed to rise as a major power that can now…

The Conversation

Global Market Today: Asian stocks, US futures climb on tech optimism

Asian stocks advanced, mirroring Wall Street's record highs driven by a tech surge and strong corporate earnings. Investors are closely watching the US-China summit and geopolitical developments in Iran, while inflation concerns fuel bets on Federal Reserve rate hikes next year.

The Economic Times

Oil edges up ahead of Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing

Oil prices saw a slight increase as investors awaited the meeting between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with the Iran war a key focus. Despite U.S. sanctions, China remains a major buyer of Iranian oil, complicating efforts to resolve the conflict.

The Economic Times

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Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas

President Trump will ask President Xi for help with the Iran conflict. China is unlikely to fully comply, preferring to maintain its economic and military ties with Iran. The US has limited options to pressure China, as sanctions could lead to costly retaliation. Both nations face complex geopolitical and economic…

The Economic Times

Trump, Xi set for Beijing talks with trade truce, Iran war at stake

President Donald Trump is in Beijing for crucial talks with China's Xi Jinping. The meetings aim to boost economic ties and maintain a trade truce. Discussions will also cover the Iran war and arms sales to Taiwan. Trump seeks to open China to U.S. business. Both leaders are keen to…

The Economic Times

‘Stone-cold racism’: Newsom condemns GOP redistricting efforts; Louisiana approves plan to erase majority-Black district – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Marco Rubio says US-China relationship is ‘most important’ to manage

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The Independent UK

New York man found guilty of acting as unregistered agent of China

Lu Jianwang was accused of operating a ‘secret police station’ in Manhattan’s Chinatown at the behest of Beijing

The Guardian - US

‘Sledgehammer’: The U.S. is considering renaming the Iran war to reset the congressional clock, and Trump is already meeting with generals

Round 2 seems imminent.

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Trump Lands In China: Mystery Blonde Aide Joins President As Melania Stays Home

Natalie Harp, Trump's executive assistant, plays a pivotal role during his China visit, raising eyebrows with her influence and causing internal tensions within the White House.

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The Independent UK

Jury convicts man accused of running secret Chinese spy outpost in New York City

A man accused of running a secret Chinese spy outpost in New York City has been convicted of acting as an illegal foreign agent and destroying text messages from a Chinese government handler

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Trump’s visit to China off to bad start with a snub from Jinping but MAGA is trying to spin it as another win

Xi Jinping didn't make the effort with Donald Trump but MAGA would rather we didn't talk about it.

MarketBeat

ICL Group Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

ICL Group (NYSE:ICL) reported a stronger first quarter for 2026, with management citing higher bromine and potash prices, broad segment sales growth and operational improvements, while also warning that elevated raw material costs and foreign exchange headwinds remain key risks for the rest of the y

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Morning Mail: Coalition ties immigration intake to housing build, Trump in China, farewell to rent-vesting?

Angus Taylor to outline signature plan to restrict entries in line with supply of homes

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Radio France Internationale

Will Trump's Beijing visit mark another reset in the history of US-China relations?

This week's summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing underscores how far US-China relations have shifted since Richard Nixon’s landmark 1972 meeting with Mao Zedong, when Cold War pragmatism drew two rivals together against a common Soviet threat – a stark contrast to today’s…

Barchart

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post New Record Highs on Chip Stock Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up +0.58%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.04%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.62%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Kiplinger

Tech Leads Again as Nvidia Goes to China: Stock Market Today

The Magnificent 7 and other mega-cap stocks are making the Middle East seem like a geopolitical and macroeconomic backwater.

The Economic Times

'Open for business'? A lot on plate as Trump, Xi meet in Beijing

President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a significant summit with China's Xi Jinping. He aims to open Chinese markets to American businesses and secure economic gains. Trump is accompanied by prominent CEOs, including those from Nvidia and Tesla. The visit also addresses sensitive topics like the Iran war…

The Economic Times

US-China talks in Beijing expose fragile balance of global power

A pivotal summit between the US and China kicks off in Beijing today. President Donald Trump's impulsive style is set to clash with President Xi Jinping's meticulous planning. Both leaders are acutely aware of the delicate balance they must maintain to avoid escalating tensions. This meeting comes at a time…

MarketBeat

WeRide Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

WeRide (NASDAQ:WRD) reported first-quarter 2026 revenue growth of 58% year over year, as management pointed to expanding Robotaxi deployments, broader autonomous driving commercialization and traction for its L2++ advanced driver assistance system. Founder, Chairman and CEO Dr. Tony Han said total

Barchart

NVDA Stock Watch: What to Expect as Jensen Huang Joins Trump-Xi Summit

Nvidia stock rallies as Jensen Huang joins Trump on a high-stakes visit to China. Oppenheimer explains why NVDA shares are poised to rip higher from here in 2026.

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