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Trump lands in China for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping, as Iran war looms over talks

The US president arrives with tech leaders including Elon Musk and Tim Cook, with trade, AI and Taiwan all set to be discussed

The Guardian - UK · May 13

Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan

China strongly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, urging Washington to honor commitments ahead of President Trump's Beijing summit. Beijing views Taiwan as its territory and a core interest, while the U.S. is legally bound to provide defensive means. Taiwan's reduced defense budget approval raises concerns about Beijing using it…

The Economic Times · May 13

Greenland Says U.S. Military Expansion Is Being Discussed With Trump Officials

Greenland's authorities confirmed Tuesday that an expanded U.S. military presence on the Arctic island is part of ongoing talks with American and Danish officials, marking a new phase in President Donald Trump's push to increase Washington's leverage over the strategically vital territory.

Latin Times · May 12

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Trump Dismisses Americans' Financial Pain Over Iran War and Insults Reporters Asking About Inflation Before China Trip

President Donald Trump left Washington for China on Tuesday after a combative exchange with reporters in which he insulted journalists who pressed him on inflation and the rising cost of his White House ballroom while also saying Americans' financial pain was not shaping his approach to the Iran war.

Latin Times · May 12

Mitt Romney Returns to Politics After More Than a Year Away from Washington

Republican former senator and presidential candidate Mitt Romney stepped back into the political spotlight after more than a year away from Washington. Since leaving the Senate in 2025, Romney has largely stayed out of the public eye and politics as a whole.

Latin Times · May 12

‘I don’t know if I want to put that in my body’: Washington man spots something off about Sam’s Club’s beef strips

Sent shoppers down a rabbit hole.

We Got This Covered · May 12

The insomniac-in-chief, a President who can’t log off

President Trump's late-night social media activity, characterized by numerous posts on his Truth Social platform, is raising concerns about his focus and stamina. Critics and even some Republicans privately express unease, comparing his behavior to an "aggrieved influencer" rather than a commander-in-chief, especially as the nation faces international and domestic…

The Times of India · May 12

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“Tariffs will not shift purchases to US-made beginner instruments. They will price beginners out of the market”: NAMM President John Mlynczak testifies about the impact of tariffs in Washington DC

Mlynczak says the tariffs will price beginners out of the market and harm the broader industry ecosystem as a result

Guitar World · May 12

Sensing an edge, Iran 'ready to gamble' it can outlast Trump

Iran's leadership is betting it can outlast an under-pressure Donald Trump in its peace negotiations with Washington, but its defiance risks renewed military confrontation and further stoking domestic tensions, analysts say.in Tehran that Trump and Israel could no longer wield the threat of military action to pressure the leadership.

The Economic Times · May 12

'A Reality TV Show:' 1 in 4 Americans Believe Trump's Dinner Assassination Was Staged, Says Report

A poll by NewsGuard and YouGov reveals that 24% of Americans believe the alleged assassination attempts on Donald Trump were staged, reflecting deep-seated distrust in institutions.

International Business Times UK · May 12

Jensen Huang snubbed by White House for President Trump’s China state visit — Nvidia CEO not on roster, which includes Apple's Tim Cook and Elon Musk

Jensen Huang was reportedly not invited to President Trump's state visit to China, even though the Nvidia CEO has accompanied the U.S. president in several state visits across the globe. One expert says that this is a "strong signal" to Beijing that Washington won't budge on its stance of banning…

Tom’s Hardware · May 12

Qatar warns Iran against weaponising Hormuz to 'blackmail' Gulf countries

Qatar warned Tehran on Tuesday against using the Strait of Hormuz as a "weapon" to hold Gulf states to ransom, as Doha and Ankara backed ongoing mediation efforts to end the Iran war and restore access to the vital waterway.

Euronews · May 12

Artists Behind Trump-Epstein Statues Return to Washington DC With Iran War Video Game

A guerrilla art collective known as Secret Handshake installed three playable arcade cabinets near the D.C. War Memorial on the National Mall on Monday, unveiling a satirical video game called Operation Epic Furious: Strait to Hell.

Latin Times · May 12

The superpower trap: Xi, Trump, and the myth of American decline

President Trump's China visit occurs amid a US-Iran stalemate, with analysts suggesting Xi Jinping holds more leverage. Many in Beijing view Trump as a symptom of liberal democracy's instability and American decline, validating Xi's "rise of the East" worldview. This perception of US weakness could lead China to miscalculate and…

The Times of India · May 12

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Euronews · May 12

A weakened Trump to test China's appetite for deal-making

A quagmire in Iran, sky-high oil prices and shrinking support at home: when US President Donald Trump belatedly travels to China this week, his position has weakened. Still, he is hoping for any deal. Nervous Europeans are watching.

International Business Times UK · May 12

Europe Wants More Control Over Its Own Defence After Trump-Era Tensions Shook Trust in Washington

Europe is increasingly advocating for military independence as tensions with the US over NATO commitments grow. Spain's Foreign Minister emphasizes the need for EU defense autonomy.

Reason · May 12

Brickbat: What Is Crime?

An internal investigation of the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Police Department found that at least 15 high-ranking officials may have helped… The post Brickbat: What Is Crime? appeared first on Reason.com.

The Economic Times · May 12

Stung by Iran war, Trump heads to China in need of wins

President Trump visits China with reduced trade goals. His earlier tariff strategy has not yielded expected results. The meetings will focus on limited trade agreements and managing future trade relations. China seeks assurances on Taiwan and trade policies. The outcome is expected to be a temporary truce favoring China.

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The Times of India · May 11

Despite mediating in US-Iran war, Pakistan allowed Iranian aircraft use its airbases to avoid American strikes: Report

Pakistan reportedly sheltered Iranian military aircraft at its airbases, raising questions about its neutrality as a mediator in the US-Iran conflict. US officials cited in a CBS News report claim Iran moved planes, including a reconnaissance jet, to Pakistan's Nur Khan Air Base. A Pakistani official denied these allegations, calling…

The Independent UK · May 11

Survey work begins for contested Trump Triumphal Arch project in Washington

Workers have begun preliminary surveys and testing for a proposed Triumphal Arch sought by President Donald Trump

Latin Times · May 11

Who Is Going With Trump To China And What He Wants From Xi

President Donald Trump is heading to China this week with a smaller-than-expected group of U.S. corporate executives, hoping to turn a tense summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping into a show of economic strength, trade progress, and diplomatic control at a moment when Beijing may have more leverage than Washington…

International Business Times · May 11

Trump's Friendship Isn't Enough For Investors: His Closest Allies Run Some Of Latin America's Riskiest Countries

Some of Latin America's most Trump-friendly governments are still being treated by investors as risky bets, according to J.P. Morgan country-risk data, a reminder that access to Washington does not automatically translate into confidence on Wall Street.

International Business Times · May 11

Marco Rubio Accuses Zelensky of Lying About the Negotiations Between Ukraine, Russia and the U.S.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio sharply accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of lying after the Ukrainian leader claimed the Trump administration was conditioning U.S. security guarantees on Ukraine withdrawing from the Donbas region, escalating tensions between Washington and Kyiv during fragile peace negotiations with Russia.

Marie Claire · May 11

Airport Employee Says She Was "Really, Really Impressed" By Queen Camilla's Beauty Routine After Meeting Her in Washington

"She really wanted to chat about it."

The Mary Sue · May 11

Washington woman’s stepmother knocks on door, then tells about a hidden camera facing her bed. You would never believe who put it there

Today, more families are not part of a traditional setting, and among them, the most common is where both parents are divorced and living separately with new partners. The child or children born from the marriage or partnership may be closer to one parent than the other, equally close to…

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