Trump Meets Xi in Beijing Amid Trade, Iran and Taiwan Tensions
Trump travels to Beijing for high-stakes talks with Xi on trade, Taiwan, Iran support, and AI amid bilateral frictions. Tech CEOs including Elon Musk and Tim Cook accompany him, though Nvidia's Huang stays behind. The summit tests their relationship as Trump softens on China's system.
SCOTUS Clears Alabama Maps as Primaries Shape 2026 House Outlook
Primaries in Nebraska, West Virginia, and elsewhere set key midterm matchups, with Democrats eyeing flips. SCOTUS allows Alabama's new maps despite gerrymandering claims, aiding GOP. Debates rage on voting rights and GOP voter strategies.
Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Offer, Calls Truce on Life Support
President Trump warns that the US-Iran ceasefire is on 'life support' after calling Tehran's latest proposal unacceptable, as the war reaches day 74. Tensions persist with IRGC expanding Strait of Hormuz zone and US sanctions on oil sales. Hegseth faces congressional scrutiny on Iran amid budget hearings.
eBay Rejects GameStop's $56 Billion Takeover Bid
eBay calls GameStop's $56 billion acquisition proposal neither credible nor attractive, causing GME shares to drop. The bid by Ryan Cohen highlights ongoing meme stock volatility. Markets watch for next moves.
Cruise ship hantavirus cases prompt quarantines but low public risk
Hantavirus cases among cruise ship passengers reach 11, with one critical after initial misdiagnosis as anxiety. US returnees quarantined in Nebraska, raising public health alerts. Experts calm fears but monitor closely.
High Prices Squeeze Consumers as Economic Anxiety Grows
Consumers squeezed by persistent high prices, low sentiment, and inflation despite steady jobs. Trump polling shows cracks on economy; food rules weakened sparking panic. Gas dips but sales tax hikes loom.
Oil Tops $100 as Iran Ceasefire Hopes Diminish
Oil prices extend gains as Trump diminishes hopes for US-Iran peace, reigniting supply disruption worries. Stock futures slip while Asian markets mix after US highs. Geopolitical risks overshadow economic data.
Anthropic Rejects Chinese Bid for Mythos AI Model
Anthropic rebuffs China's bid for its latest AI model amid escalating US tech restrictions. Trump-Xi talks to address AI non-interference as US weighs chip exports. Business leaders push cooperation.
AI False Arrests and Job Automation Spur Calls for Oversight
AI linked to false arrests and wrongful convictions, raising oversight calls. Workers back union policies on AI amid rapid job cuts at Meta, Microsoft. Tech sector pressures grow with geopolitical angles.
Hegseth Defends Record $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget in Iran Hearings
Defense nominee Hegseth testifies on record $1.5T Pentagon budget amid Iran questions and Democrat opposition. Senate GOP urges House reconciliation. Hearings underscore midterm fiscal fights.