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Trump cuts China tariffs after promises from Xi on rare earths, soybeans

Trump described Xi as a "friend" and "great leader" whom it was an "honor" to meet.

Axios · Oct 30, 2025

Planet Labs Stock Skyrockets 215% as Investors Bet on AI-Powered Satellite Revolution — But Is It Too Late to Buy In?

Planet Labs' stock has soared over 215% in 2025, driven by AI integration and global Earth monitoring. Investors are optimistic about its role in the satellite revolution, but is it still a good buy?

International Business Times UK · Oct 30, 2025

Trump calls China’s Xi Jinping a ‘tough negotiator’ ahead of meeting amid escalating trade tensions and fragile global markets

High-stakes sit-down follows months of tensions and tariff threats over China’s rare earth export controls

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2025

In 2024, the climate crisis worsened in all ways. But we can still limit warming with bold action

Climate change has been on the world’s radar for decades. Predictions made by scientists at oil giant Exxon in the early 1980s are proving accurate. The damage done by a hotter, more chaotic world is worsening and getting more expensive.

The Conversation · Oct 29, 2025

'Supergirl' at 10: The Arrowverse TV show laid the blueprint for James Gunn's DC Universe

How the "Supergirl" TV series shaped DC's modern age of heroes.

Space · Oct 29, 2025

Chinese controls on rare earths could create challenges for the west’s plans for green tech

China recently announced that it was putting new controls on the export of rare earth elements, sparking a new round in the country’s ongoing trade war with the US.

The Conversation · Oct 29, 2025

Is Earth 'on the brink'? 2024 was likely our planet’s hottest year in 125,000 years

Two new climate reports warn Earth's vital signs are flashing red after the hottest year in 125,000 years, but say recovery is still possible with swift action.

Space · Oct 29, 2025

SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites to orbit from Florida

SpaceX launched 29 more of its Starlink internet satellites to orbit today (Oct. 29), sending them up from Florida's Space Coast.

Space · Oct 29, 2025

Japan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft arrives at the International Space Station

Japan's new HTV-X cargo spacecraft arrived at the International Space Station for the first time ever today (Oct. 28), delivering payloads and supplies to ISS astronauts.

Space · Oct 29, 2025

You won't see interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS zoom closest to the sun on Oct. 30 — but these spacecraft will

The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will make its closest pass to the sun on Oct. 30, and various spacecraft will be watching, seeking clues about the icy wanderer's chemistry and composition.

Space · Oct 29, 2025