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A CNN camera crew is set up to cover the visit by US President Donald Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping to the National Archives in Washington on Friday. Photo: AP
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before boarding Marine One from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington last year. Photo: TNS
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CNN blocked from Trump’s trip as White House signals new media curb

The spot meant for CNN on Trump’s Air Force One flight on Saturday will be taken up by Real America’s Voice News, a conservative network.

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What Trump and Xi revealed in the body language with their wives

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Crime

Black woman’s hanging was ‘staged’ after her death, Mississippi police say

Donald Trump

US TV networks back at White House, as Trump hails ‘fair’ coverage of Xi visit

The US president had earlier barred CNN, MS Now and Politico from the grounds, prompting other outlets to halt coverage in solidarity.

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A news camera is seen outside the White House on Wednesday. Photo: AFP/TNS
A news camera is seen outside the White House on Wednesday. Photo: AFP/TNS
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Xi ends Trump visit with vow to meet again in China this year – as it happened

Chinese president’s three-day visit ends with plans for two more face-to-face talks with Trump this year.

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Israel-Gaza war

Actors, politicians among 100 arrested in New York anti-Netanyahu protest

Police detain Oscar winner and fellow activists blocking traffic near the UN ahead of diplomatic speech.

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United States

‘Fundamentally broken’: Amnesty urges US to abolish ICE

Report finds US government implementing system of mass detention fueled by racist, xenophobic rhetoric.

ICE officers at the scene where Venezuelan migrant, Wilber Garces Perez, was shot and wounded in Austin, Texas. Photo: Austin American-Statesman via AP
ICE officers at the scene where Venezuelan migrant, Wilber Garces Perez, was shot and wounded in Austin, Texas. Photo: Austin American-Statesman via AP
Americas and the Caribbean

Costa Rica’s foreign minister fired for attending Trump meeting

President Laura Fernandez claims unapproved participation in anti-cartel session inflicted ‘great strategic damage’.

US-China trade war

US senators delay effort to permanently ban Chinese cars

Proposed ban is a move to ensure that hundreds of thousands of US automotive jobs are not at risk of ‘total domination’ by Chinese car firms.

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United States

US 30-year mortgage rates top 7%, highest in Trump presidency

It is the highest average level since January 2025, with affordability a concern for US voters weeks ahead of November’s midterm elections.

Residential homes in Florida. Photo: Shutterstock Images
United States

US cybersecurity agency releases election infrastructure plan before midterms

Federal strategy details threats and safeguards for November vote following criticism over delayed assistance.

Voters cast their ballots on the first day of early voting in Minnesota. Photo: AP
Voters cast their ballots on the first day of early voting in Minnesota. Photo: AP
Middle East

Netanyahu blasts critics at UN, dismissing Gaza genocide accusations

Israeli prime minister denounces walkout delegates as ‘moral cowards’ during a fiery address defending the war against Iran.

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Xi talks up US friendship ‘forged in blood’ at state dinner – as it happened

Following an unprecedented reception upon landing, formal proceedings – including talks – between the two leaders took place today.

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Donald Trump

White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after judge’s order

A federal judge had deemed Trump’s ban of the news outlets as likely to be unconstitutional and ordered their access immediately restored.

A television camera set up outside the White House in Washington on Thursday. Photo: AFP
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‘Deep respect’: analysts weigh in on Trump’s red carpet welcome for Xi

Elaborate greeting ceremony immediately preceded by extension of tariff truce, both positive early signs for Chinese leader’s trip.

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US President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday. Photo: EPA
US President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday. Photo: EPA
Americas and the Caribbean

At UN, Venezuela’s acting president promises elections without setting date

Delcy Rodriguez vows ‘democratic transformation’ before the General Assembly while key rival remains exiled.

Artificial intelligence

AI leaders to UN: for the sake of humanity, regulate tech we created

Tech bosses urge caution in AI development following growing warnings of uncontrollable systems and catastrophic risks.

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US restricts visas for birth tourism ahead of Xi’s summit with Trump

China has been a central focus of Washington’s efforts to crack down on the practice, with large-scale operations targeted.

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The visa restrictions came as US President Donald Trump arrived to greet Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on Wednesday. Photo: AP
The visa restrictions came as US President Donald Trump arrived to greet Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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Xi calls for cooperation with US after Trump’s airport welcome – as it happened

The Chinese president began a three-day visit to Washington, with a host of vital topics to be discussed.

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Trump built a US$5 million White House helipad. Don’t expect Xi Jinping to use it

US president might aim to impress during Xi’s state visit, but Chinese protocol discourages its leaders from using helicopters.

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Canada

Grief and pain flow at hearing for Canadian suicide poison vendor Kenneth Law

Family members of those who killed themselves using chemicals he sold spoke about their loss before the judge deciding on Law’s sentence.

Kenneth Law appears in court in Brampton, Ontario, in May 2023. Courtroom sketch: Alexandra Newbould/The Canadian Press via AP
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Rubio defends Xi’s US visit as essential despite deep disagreements

US secretary of state says Taiwan arms sales must be weighed against America’s military needs and voices hope Vladimir Putin will attend G20.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media in New York on Wednesday. Photo: Pool via Reuters
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media in New York on Wednesday. Photo: Pool via Reuters
United States

Harvey Weinstein gets 15 years for sex assault after pleading for mercy

Disgraced Hollywood figure resentenced in New York for sexually assaulting a former production assistant.

Venezuela

Exiled opposition leader tries to enter Venezuela as Rodriguez meets Trump in US

Maria Corina Machado blocked from returning as New York talks mark first encounter since Nicolas Maduro’s capture.

Canada

Canada seeks to wrap up India trade talks soon, as US ties fray

PM Carney says his Indian counterpart Modi will visit Canada around the time of the G20 summit in Miami this December.

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India Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hand with his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney in New Delhi in March. Photo: AP
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