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Mishustin Visit to China Marks Push for Deeper Russia China Economic and Technological Cooperation

Mikhail Mishustin during his official visit to China for high-level talks on Russia-China economic cooperation.

MOSCOW — Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin began a two day visit to China on Monday, underscoring growing efforts by Moscow and Beijing to deepen their economic and technological cooperation despite sustained Western sanctions and global trade headwinds. The Kremlin described the visit as “very important,” with Mishustin expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping … Read more

Trump orders Pentagon to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria over Christian killings

President Trump speaks at a Washington event as he addresses Trump affordability concerns amid rising consumer prices.

WASHINGTON — Former US President Donald Trump said Saturday he has directed the Defense Department to “prepare for possible action” in Nigeria, citing alleged killings of Christians in the West African nation.  The statement, shared on Trump’s social media platform, marks one of his most forceful public threats of military involvement in Africa since leaving … Read more

China’s Xi jokes about ‘backdoor’ while gifting Xiaomi phones to South Korea’s Lee during APEC visit

Xi jokes about backdoor while gifting Xiaomi phones to South Korea’s Lee during APEC summit in Gyeongju

Chinese President Xi Jinping sparked laughter during a state visit to South Korea after joking about a potential “backdoor” in Xiaomi smartphones he gifted to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.  The remark, made during a bilateral meeting following the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Gyeongju on Saturday, underscored the ongoing geopolitical undercurrents surrounding … Read more

Tanzania election violence erupts as President Samia Suluhu Hassan declared landslide winner

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan casts her vote during national elections amid reports of unrest and Tanzania election violence

DODOMA, Tanzania — President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared the landslide winner of Tanzania’s general election on Saturday, securing a second five year term after a vote marred by violence, internet shutdowns, and allegations of voter suppression. The National Electoral Commission said Hassan won with 97.66 percent of more than 31.9 million ballots cast, in … Read more

Judges say Trump administration SNAP funds must flow as shutdown delays mount

Federal judges order the Trump administration to release SNAP funds to keep food assistance programs running during the government shutdown.

WASHINGTON — Two federal judges on Friday ordered the Trump administration to release billions of dollars in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds, directing officials to use emergency reserves to keep the nation’s largest anti hunger program running amid a prolonged government shutdown. The rulings came after multiple states filed lawsuits seeking to force the … Read more

US and China Trade Framework Sets Stage for Trump-Xi Meeting Amid Fragile Truce

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping pictured ahead of discussions on the US and China trade framework.

KUALA LUMPUR — The United States and China reached a framework for a trade agreement on Sunday, a move both sides described as a step toward easing long standing tensions before an anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative … Read more

Trump Expresses Confidence After Successful US China Trade Talks in Malaysia

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands at the APEC Summit in Gyeongju, signaling progress toward a China trade deal.

KUALA LUMPUR — US President Donald Trump expressed optimism Sunday about reaching a trade agreement with Chinese President Xi Jinping after what he described as successful discussions between senior American and Chinese officials in Malaysia.  The two day negotiations, held on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, aimed to ease … Read more

Letitia James mortgage fraud case New York attorney general pleads not guilty in Virginia court

New York Attorney General Letitia James leaving Norfolk federal courthouse after pleading not guilty in the mortgage fraud case.

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty Friday to federal charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution, marking a dramatic legal twist for one of the nation’s most visible state prosecutors. The arraignment, held in federal court in Norfolk, Virginia, stemmed from allegations that James misrepresented the purpose … Read more

Government Shutdown Travel Disruption Threatens US Holiday Flights, White House Says

Crowded airport terminal with passengers and delayed flights displayed on the board during government shutdown travel disruption.

WASHINGTON (TECHY QUANTUM) — The White House warned Thursday that the ongoing government shutdown could cause significant disruptions to US air travel as it stretches into its 23rd day, leaving tens of thousands of essential aviation workers without pay.  Officials fear that the combination of unpaid air traffic controllers, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers, and … Read more

Trump ends trade negotiations with Canada over controversial Ronald Reagan tariffs ad

President Donald Trump announces the decision to end trade negotiations with Canada after controversy over Ontario’s Ronald Reagan tariffs advertisement.

WASHINGTON (TECHY QUANTUM) — President Donald Trump said Thursday night that he was ending all US trade negotiations with Canada after Ontario’s government aired an advertisement featuring former President Ronald Reagan criticizing tariffs.  The move marks one of the sharpest escalations in cross border tensions since the renegotiation of the US Mexico Canada Agreement. In … Read more