China’s Xi hails trade progress in Trump summit, sends Taiwan warning

BEIJING, May 14 – Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump opened a closely watched summit in Beijing on Thursday with both leaders signaling cautious optimism on trade, while deep divisions over Taiwan and global security continued to cast a shadow over relations between the world’s two largest economies. The meeting marks Trump’s … Read more

US consumer prices jump as Iran war sends energy prices rapidly higher

WASHINGTON, May 12 – New inflation data released in May showed that American consumers faced another difficult month in April as energy prices climbed rapidly during the Iran conflict. Rising gasoline prices, increasing grocery bills, and mounting pressure on household budgets are now creating fresh concerns about the strength of the U.S. economy and the … Read more

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15 million for allegedly using her image to sell TVs

May 10 – British pop superstar Dua Lipa has launched a major legal battle against Samsung Electronics, accusing the global technology company of using her image without permission to promote and sell television sets across the United States. The lawsuit, filed in a federal court in California, seeks at least $15 million in damages and … Read more

Marco Rubio visits Vatican amid growing tensions between Trump and Pope Leo XIV

VATICAN CITY, May 7 – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to the Vatican on Thursday in an effort to reinforce diplomatic ties between Washington and the Holy See after weeks of tension sparked by President Donald Trump’s public criticism of Pope Leo XIV. The visit came at a sensitive moment for both governments, … Read more

Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can’t keep up with higher oil prices

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 2 – Spirit Airlines, once known for redefining budget air travel in the United States, announced it was shutting down operations permanently after more than 30 years in service. The airline confirmed it had begun an immediate and orderly wind down, canceling all remaining flights and suspending customer support as … Read more

King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress

WASHINGTON, April 28 – King Charles III used a landmark address before the United States Congress to reaffirm the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States, blending historical reflection with subtle but pointed messages about global cooperation. Marking 250 years since American independence, the British monarch framed the once-divided nations as architects … Read more

King Charles III heads to Washington on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship

WASHINGTON, April 27 – King Charles III arrives in Washington at a moment layered with symbolism, history, and political tension. More than two centuries after America broke away from British rule under King George III, his descendant now steps onto U.S. soil carrying a very different responsibility, one rooted not in authority, but in diplomacy. This … Read more

Shots fired as gunman charges at White House Correspondents’ Dinner; Trump unharmed

WASHINGTON, April 25 – A night intended to celebrate journalism and the principles of free expression turned into a scene of panic and confusion in Washington on Saturday, after an armed individual forced his way toward the ballroom hosting the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. The high-profile event, attended by President Donald Trump and numerous senior … Read more

Paramount secures shareholder approval for $81 billion takeover of Hollywood giant Warner Bros

April 23 – Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a massive takeover bid from Paramount, marking a pivotal moment for the global entertainment industry. The proposed deal, valued at $81 billion in equity and nearly $111 billion when debt is included, signals a dramatic shift in Hollywood’s power structure and could redefine how films, … Read more

Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO and hand reins over to the iPhone maker’s hardware leader

April 20 – Apple is preparing for a major leadership shift as Tim Cook steps down from his role as chief executive officer, bringing an end to a remarkable 15-year tenure that reshaped the company’s global standing. Cook, who took over from Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 2011, will officially hand over the role to … Read more