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White House rolling out red carpet for historic Xi Jinping visit

Trump and Xi are expected to discuss a range of issues from trade to AI during the latter's multi-day visit to…

Seattle City Council votes to ban surveillance pricing in sale of groceries

The Seattle City Council passed the Fair Pricing and Transparency Act, which would prohibit personalized pricing in…

America gave up its rare earth edge. China took full advantage.

Decades of cheaper imports left US dependent on China for crucial rare earth processing.

Crypto: Senate Urged to Investigate Donald Trump Jr.’s Business Dealings

Donald Trump Jr. finds himself at the center of a new offensive in the U.S. Senate.

Sen. Bernie Sanders Introduces Bill to Ban Artificial Superintelligence and Pause AI Development

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep.

Dramatic eviction of woman aged 87 highlights Spain's housing shortage

The tenant of the flat in Madrid, Maricarmen, was unable to pay the rent set by the firm which recently bought it.

Tigray forces seize main airport in northern Ethiopia from police, residents tell the BBC

There are fears of a return to war in the northern region as tensions between the government and TPLF escalate.

South Sudan's president dissolves government ahead of country's first elections

South Sudan has not held elections since independence in 2011 - polls have twice been postponed.

What's at stake when Trump and Xi meet in the US?

The BBC’s China correspondent and US editor explain everything you need to know ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting in…

China’s Gold Buying Surge: Can It Support Prices After Pullbacks? 

China is heading for a record year of gold buying, with imports reaching 1,141 tonnes through August, already surpassing…

Trump meets US-backed Venezuelan president for first time since Maduro seized

Rodriguez was handpicked by Trump as leader of Venezuela was arrested and taken to the US

Netherlands bracing for potentially devastating US sanctions against the ICC

Eleven killed in mass shooting at house in South Africa

One of those killed is believed to be a pregnant woman, police said.

Trump administration accuses banned media outlets of 'falsehoods' ahead of court hearing

The US Justice Department's response to a lawsuit filed by CNN, Politico and MS NOW also cites national security.

US and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump's 'annihilation' threat

The talks are the first since a ceasefire collapsed in June, with the sides exchanging fire intermittently.

Forex Expo Dubai 2026 Draws 16,000+ Attendees on Day 1

Dubai, UAE, 22 September 2026: Forex Expo Dubai 2026 opened today at Dubai World Trade Centre, drawing more than 16,000…

US Treasury secretary emerges as frontrunner for Trump’s AI czar role: Report

US President Donald Trump previously tapped David Sacks as his AI and crypto czar before Sacks stepped down from the…

How often do you think about the 1893 World's Fair?

The 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago has maintained a remarkable grip on American imagination, influencing…

Reports of violence against women in Gaza surge, UN agency finds

The UN Population Fund also says there has been a "severe escalation" in the number of early and forced marriages.

More than 170,000 respiratory cases recorded in haze-choked Indonesia

More than 40,000 of the cases – which range from mild coughs to pneumonia – involve toddlers.

Hurricane Polo intensifies into rare category 5 storm off the coast of Mexico

The storm's sudden intensification is "truly remarkable", the US hurricane monitoring agency said.

US criticises Australia's proposed algorithm opt-out laws as 'censorship'

The US has criticised Australia's proposed digital duty of care laws that would allow users to opt out of social media…

Watch: Key moments from Andy Burnham's first UN speech

In his first speech to the UN as UK prime minister, Burnham highlighted the risks posed by Russian disinformation.

Playing loud music on the bus? That will cost you hundreds of dollars in Singapore

Authorities are cracking down on "disruptive behaviours" including eating onboard and putting feet on seats.

Watch: Threats, deals and passionate speeches at UNGA event

Delegations from across the world attended the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Trump tells UN he has 'big decision' on whether to 'annihilate' Iran or make peace deal

His tone contrasted with remarks earlier from UN Secretary General António Guterres, who warned global divisions were…

US judge blocks deportation of DoorDash driver shot by ICE

The delivery driver was transferred from a hospital to a detention centre after the shooting on Sunday.

How Ceuta, football and Israel are shaping Morocco's election

Young voters are being courted with football slogans, promises of jobs and anti-Israel rallying calls.

Israel FA comments on Hallgrimsson 'unacceptable' - Irish taoiseach Martin

Irish taoiseach Micheal Martin says comments made by the Israel Football Association about the Republic of Ireland…