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Five key takeaways from Trump's summit with Xi Jinping in Washington

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks on trade, Taiwan and AI, extending a trade truce while highlighting differences over technology and strategic risks

Trump admin asks SC to allow quick third-country deportations to continue

The government asked for an immediate halt to lower court orders finding that people must have the chance to object before the US government deports them to countries other than their homelands

Netanyahu calls Gaza genocide claims 'biggest lie', UN delegates walk out

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected genocide allegations over Gaza and defended Israel's war against Iran in a defiant UN speech that triggered a mass walkout by delegates

Xi Jinping invites 100,000 young Americans for exchanges, study in China

The announcement by Xi at the White House here came against the backdrop of a similar announcement made in 2023, under which 50,000 young Americans were invited for exchanges and study

Trump, Xi review ties, vow to chart future course over common interests

Trump accorded a grand welcome, complete with military honours and a flyover by fighter jets, to Xi on Thursday, at the White House, followed by a meeting in the Oval Office that lasted over two hours

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to hold urgent meeting over Houthi attacks

The Houthis have launched strikes on Saudi-backed govt in Yemen and repeatedly fired into Saudi Arabia, disrupting oil flows from the world's largest energy exporter, as part of a wider West Asia war

Saudi Arabia eases oil crunch with nearly 100 million barrel sales to Asia

The crude for delivery in October and November will be sent via the Strait of Hormuz

Disney's fired CEO returns to settle scores with Bob Iger in his new memoir

Bob Chapek places all blame on a "relentless" sabotage campaign by the man who handpicked him for the job, his predecessor and eventual successor, Robert A Iger.

Arnault tightens control on LVMH with simpler holding structure

As a result of the plan, almost all of the Arnault family's stake in the group would be held in a single listed entity, Agache SCA, replacing the major LVMH holding company Christian Dior SE.

Tech leaders to UN: For the sake of humanity, please control AI

They also called for the world to make sure that the power of AI isn't concentrated in one company or country.

India drove Brics talks on cross-border payments: DEA Secretary Thakur

DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur said BRICS discussions include interoperability of payment and messaging channels and the use of local currencies for trade and investment

India-based research policy lab launched at UNGA to promote pro-worker AI

IHF, an India-headquartered research and policy lab aimed at ensuring AI creates economic opportunities for workers, was launched on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly week.

Trump welcomes Xi for US visit, hails their 'truly great friendship'

"From the time of my first election in 2016, President Xi and I have forged a friendship, a truly great friendship, actually, built on mutual respect and the vital interests of our people," Trump said

Judge orders Trump to restore White House access to CNN, MS NOW, Politico

US District Judge Timothy Kelly temporarily blocked the ban after the 3 outlets challenged the move, arguing that they were targeted over coverage and that their First Amendment rights were violated

Donald Trump welcomes Xi Jinping to Washington looking for a trade win

For Trump, who relishes ceremony and prizes his ties ​with powerful leaders, the visit is as much a matter of national prestige as an opportunity for high-stakes diplomacy.

Trump to discuss AI with Xi but wants to 'leave it exactly where it is'

"A big day with President Xi of China. Super Intelligence (SI) will be a big ​topic of discussion, but I ‌want to leave it exactly where it ​is," Trump wrote in a social media post,

Turkiye to withdraw forces from Iraq base, hand over control to Baghdad

Ankara will gradually transfer control of the Bashiqa-Zelikan camp to Iraq, while Baghdad pledged to remove armed groups it considers security threats from the Sinjar region

Bentley debuts first EV, a Merino-lined luxury SUV targeting younger buyers

The 173,000 euros electric SUV is Bentley's cheapest model and adds a fourth model line as the Volkswagen-owned brand takes a more cautious approach to electrification

China, US should be partners, not rivals, says Xi ahead of talks with Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for a stable relationship with cooperation as the mainstay, manageable differences and moderate competition as he began his US visit

Gulf nations keep oil flowing through Iran war, but costs are mounting

Alternative pipelines, spare capacity and military-protected routes have helped keep global oil supplies sufficient despite the closure of the key shipping route, though workarounds remain costly