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US renews $100m Cuba aid offer; alleges Havana blocking ‘critical life-saving aid’

The United States renewed an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid to Cuba, saying the assistance would be made available if Havana cooperates with Washington as the island struggles through a worsening economic and energy crisis marked by prolonged blackouts and fuel shortages.

The Times of India

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

Cartel corruption claims push US-Mexico relations to breaking point

With Mexico under pressure from Trump to tackle drug trafficking groups, analysts say ‘it’s the most tense situation since the 1980s’

The Guardian - UK

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Marco Rubio Dares Cuba to Accept $100 Million From the U.S., But There's One Condition

The United States said Wednesday it is ready to provide $100 million in direct assistance to the Cuban people, escalating a humanitarian and political challenge to Havana as the island struggles with blackouts, food shortages and one of the deepest economic crises in decades.

Latin Times

"I didn't choke! No furballs!" Watch Foo Fighters' five-song Tiny Desk Concert

Dave Grohl returns home to Washington DC to play intimate NPR Music show

Louder

The Wizards Won the NBA Draft Lottery, But What They Do Is Still Undetermined

Washington finally landed the No. 1 pick after years of rebuilding, but the Wizards are still weighing every option atop a wide-open draft.

Sports Illustrated

Bipolar Disorder, Libel, Attraction to Children as "Beautiful Creatures of God," and Anonymous "Ticking Time Bomb" Allegation

An excerpt from the long Law Office of John Randolph, PLLC v. EWU Media LLC, decided Monday by the Washington… The post Bipolar Disorder, Libel, Attraction to Children as "Beautiful Creatures of God," and Anonymous "Ticking Time Bomb" Allegation appeared first on Reason.com.

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Iran preparing for renewed war as military assets remain largely intact, reports warn

Iran is likely preparing for renewed conflict with the US and Israel, Washington-based ISW think tank assessed, citing military drills and asset repositioning after reports emerged that Tehran remained in possession of significant missile stockpiles.

Euronews

Oops!... Pakistan did it again: The 'deny, deflect, get caught' pattern repeats

Pakistan's history of 'oops' moments, from allegedly harboring Iranian aircraft to denying terrorist camps, has eroded its credibility on the global stage. Decades of strategic ambiguity and carefully calibrated deniability have created a trust deficit, making its diplomatic assurances met with skepticism and every crisis a potential international embarrassment.

The Times of India

Patience as power: How Beijing turned America's Iran war into a Taiwan strategy

While the US and Israel engaged in conflict with Iran, China quietly leveraged the situation to expand its influence. By positioning itself as a diplomatic alternative and stabilizing energy supplies, Beijing benefited from a weakened American strategic position and growing uncertainty about US reliability among allies.

The Times of India

The Dragon and the Dealmaker: Tariff warrior Trump arrives in Beijing as a trade pilgrim

TOI Correspondent from Washington: Americans are holding their breath as US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday, not merely over the outcome of the summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but whether their own mercurial leader might stumble into another unscripted diplomatic or political controversy.

The Times of India

Child-Support Shake-Up: Washington’s 2026 Law Raises Payment Caps and Adds New Deductions — What Divorced Dads Need to Know

Washington just stepped into the spotlight with a child-support overhaul that could ripple through family budgets faster than most people expect. The new rules raise payment caps and expand deductions, changing how courts calculate monthly obligations for many divorced parents. That combination creates both relief and frustration, depending on income…

Clever Dude

Social Security Checks Are Getting Smaller for Some Retirees—And It’s Not a Benefit Cut

For millions of retirees, Social Security day is a little like payday with fewer surprises and a lot more budgeting. That’s why recent reports of smaller monthly checks sparked instant panic across kitchen tables and retirement communities nationwide. Many seniors assumed Washington quietly slashed benefits behind the scenes, but the…

The Free Financial Advisor

Payback for help during India-Pakistan war? Iran's jets at Nur Khan airbase trigger memories of 1971

Pakistan confirmed Iranian military aircraft landed during the US-Iran conflict, sparking questions about its neutrality as a mediator. While denying military contingency use, Islamabad stated aircraft arrived during a ceasefire for diplomatic support. This has revived historical comparisons and intensified US scrutiny over Pakistan's mediation role, leading to calls for…

The Economic Times

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Euronews

Trump in Beijing: How do the US and China compare as economic superpowers?

US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week comes as the rivalry between the world's two largest economies is increasingly shaped by economic competition, technological leadership and global influence.

The Conversation

Trump-Xi summit: 3 ways the US and China can compete without going to war

US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing this week may ease tensions at the margins of the US–China rivalry. But it will not change a central fact: neither side can escape the rivalry, and neither side can decisively win it.

Euronews

Pentagon says US has spent $29 billion on Iran war so far, amid concerns over weapons stockpiles

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth came under intense questioning by Democratic and Republican lawmakers over the cost of war, Trump's end game and diminishing weapons stockpiles.

The Independent UK

Soaring inflation and plummeting economy test Iran's ability to withstand war and US blockade

The struggles of Iran's economy are testing its ability to withstand the war and defy Washington’s demands

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The Guardian - UK

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 Economic Times

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…

Latin Times

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

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

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.

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‘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.

The Times of India

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…

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