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Suggested headline: U.S. Allows Iran’s President and Foreign Minister to Enter New York for UN Meeting Despite Ongoing War
The Trump administration has approved visas for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and members of Iran’s core delegation to attend next week’s United Nations General Assembly in New York, even as the United States and Iran remain at war. The U.S. State Department confirmed that Iran’s core delegation and essential staff will…
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Apple Store Workers Strike on iPhone 18 Pro Launch Day as New Phone Goes on Sale Worldwide
Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro officially went on sale worldwide Friday, but launch day in Italy was marked by a nationwide strike involving more than 1,600 Apple Store employees. Workers across 17 Apple stores in Italy were affected by the strike, according to unions representing employees. Protests were organized outside several stores, including Apple’s…
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BYD, CATL and Xiaomi Executives Could Join Xi Jinping’s Upcoming U.S. Visit
Executives from some of China’s biggest technology and electric vehicle companies could accompany Chinese President Xi Jinping during his upcoming visit to the United States, according to people familiar with the preparations cited by Reuters. Companies under consideration include electric vehicle giant BYD, battery manufacturer CATL, technology and EV company Xiaomi, battery maker Gotion High-Tech,…
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Suggested headline: 112,000 Displaced in Yemen as Iran-Linked Houthi Conflict Expands Near Key Red Sea Route
At least 112,000 people have been displaced inside Yemen in just two weeks as renewed fighting intensifies along the country’s western coast, according to the United Nations migration agency. Nearly 3,000 more people have fled across the Gulf of Aden to Djibouti in less than a week, adding a new humanitarian dimension to the rapidly…
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Hyundai CEO Warns Chinese Cars Could Rapidly Flood U.S. Market Without Trade Barriers
Hyundai Motor CEO José Muñoz is warning that Chinese automakers could rapidly gain ground in the United States if existing trade barriers protecting the American auto market are removed. Speaking to Reuters, Muñoz pointed to what has already happened in parts of Europe, where Chinese brands have expanded by offering highly competitive vehicles at significantly…
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7 High-Fiber Foods That Can Help Support Your Heart and Gut Health
Fiber is an important part of a balanced diet, yet many Americans don’t get enough of it. Fiber-rich foods can support healthy digestion, help you feel full longer and contribute to heart health. Some easy foods to add to your meals include: Why Fiber Matters Dietary fiber can help maintain regular bowel movements and may…
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U.S. Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchange Accused of Processing Millions in Strait of Hormuz Payments
The United States has imposed new sanctions on an Iranian cryptocurrency exchange that Washington says played a key role in moving payments connected to ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and transferring funds to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The U.S. Treasury Department announced the sanctions against BitBank, an Iranian digital asset exchange controlled…
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Trump–Xi Summit Could Reshape U.S.–China Trade as Energy, Tariffs and Rare Earths Take Center Stage
President Donald Trump is preparing to host Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington next week, with some of the biggest economic issues between the United States and China expected to be on the table. Agriculture, energy, tariffs, sanctions and rare earth minerals are among the major issues likely to feature in the discussions. One key…
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Iran Says It Struck Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Shipping Crisis Deepens
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy says it struck an oil tanker sailing under the flag of Togo in the Strait of Hormuz, adding another dangerous incident to one of the world’s most important energy routes. Iranian state media reported that the tanker was targeted while attempting what the IRGC described as an “illegal passage”…
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Saudi Arabia Gets U.S. Approval for $24 Billion Deal Including 48 F-35 Fighter Jets
The United States has cleared the way for a massive potential arms sale to Saudi Arabia that would include dozens of advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets. The U.S. State Department approved the potential $24.3 billion package, which includes 48 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, 49 Pratt & Whitney engines, communications equipment, spare parts and additional…