Is Xi’s Sudden Embrace of Business for Real? China Is Left Guessing.

The uncertain reaction to Xi Jinping’s display of warmth made sense: Executives are eager for a reset after years in the cold but ever wary of meddling.

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Xi tells Putin that China is pleased with Russia's efforts to end Ukraine war

Chinese President Xi Jinping has held a call with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and said he was pleased with Moscow’s efforts to hold a summit with the U.S. toward ending the war in Ukraine
ABC News - 1d
As Trump Courts Putin, China’s Leader Xi Emphasizes Close Ties With Russia

The Chinese and Russian leaders reaffirmed their relationship in a video call on Monday, an apparent rebuff to the idea that the Trump administration could drive a wedge between them.
The New York Times - 1d
Xi says China, Russia true friends as Trump pursues Putin talks

Chinese leader Xi Jinping says China and Russia are true friends after speaking on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Xi reportedly said history and reality show the two countries are ...
The Hill - 1d
China’s Xi affirms 'no limits' partnership with Putin in call on Ukraine war anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping affirmed his “no limits” partnership in a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, China’s state media reported, on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion ...
NBC News - 20h
If we want to win the 5G war with China, we need to fully embrace American capitalism

The race to dominate 5G technology is a decisive battle for economic supremacy in the 21st century. Unfortunately, the U.S. has fallen behind.
The Hill - 4d
Embracing Darkness on the Isle of Rum

On Rum, Europe’s newest dark-sky sanctuary, the island’s 40 residents have learned to embrace darkness.
The New York Times - 1d
Gazans Returning Home to Jabaliya Embrace Reopened Market

A single image of a farmer’s market sprouting back up in devastated northern Gaza tells the story of loss and, perhaps, eventual rebirth.
The New York Times - 4d
"Resolute": Benjamin Hall on embracing the challenge of recovery

In 2022 the Fox News correspondent, covering the war in Ukraine, was critically wounded when his car was struck by Russian missiles. The author of the bestseller "Saved," he now writes about his ...
CBS News - 2d
Why some German voters embraced the far right

Concerns over the economy may have contributed to the increasing number of votes for the far-right party during Germany's national election. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
CBS News - 1d
Doge versus business

Fair competition, regulatory certainty, industry subsidies and financial security are all under attack
Financial Times - 1d
Canada sink USA in 4 Nations Face-Off final on McDavid’s sudden-death goal

‘You can’t take our country’: Trudeau goads Trump Canadian anthem singer alters lyric in Trump protest In pictures: Canada top USA amid political tensions When they played O Canada for the ...
The Guardian - 4d
4 Nations Face-Off final: Canada beat USA in sudden-death overtime – as it happened

McDavid’s OT winner lifts Canada over United States Canadian anthem singer alters lyric in Trump protest In pictures: Canada top USA amid geopolitical tensions Matthews and 19 more: Team ...
The Guardian - 4d
Is Russia Open for Business — and at What Cost?

Investors seem open to the prospect of peace talks, but Western companies face a dilemma just three years after many retreated from the country.
The New York Times - 6d
Businesses Are Betting on a Tax Cut Extension

The federal budget debate has big implications for the economy. Despite questions about the math, investors expect an extension of the 2017 tax cuts.
The New York Times - 3d
Business secretary apologises for solicitor claim

Jonathan Reynolds denies "misrepresenting" his legal career after saying he worked as a solicitor.
BBC News - 11h
Is China investable again?

It always was — at the right price and for those with eyes wide open to the economic downside
Financial Times - 1d
'Pain left by actor who abused us is there forever'

One woman's daughter has nightmares the actor is at the bottom of her bed.
BBC News - 3h
Beijing embraces DeepSeek to lead AI adoption as it looks for new growth drivers

DeepSeek's rise came as a timely confidence boost as the Chinese leadership faces a prolonged economic gloom and a brewing trade war with U.S.
CNBC - 4d
Why More People Are Embracing the Alcohol-Free Drinking Boom

Health-conscious drinkers are fueling a nonalcoholic beverage boom—with help from the startup Monday Morning.
Inc. - 3d
Some Republicans Sharply Criticize Trump’s Embrace of Russia at the U.N.

Their pointed remarks followed votes on Monday in which the United States broke with allies to side with Russia over the war in Ukraine.
The New York Times - 1h
‘The Pitt’ Has Impressed Real Doctors With Its Accuracy

Max’s unusually accurate medical drama, starring Noah Wyle as a beleaguered E.R. physician, has become the talk of real-life hospital breakrooms.
The New York Times - 6d
Watch: A real-life flying car takes to the skies

From science-fiction to the real world, flying cars are here - but could the concept actually take off?
BBC News - 2d
China woos Bangladesh in Beijing trip

Yahoo News - 19h
Lammy hosts UK-Japanese private business roundtable

Meeting comes as Britain seeks to strengthen economic ties ahead of Tokyo trip next week
Financial Times - 12h
The Top 6 Hidden Fees Fleecing Small Businesses

Beware of “free” financial services. They’re often accompanied by other hard-to-spot add ons or markups. By one estimate, small businesses were overcharged by $153 billion.
Inc. - 6h
This Founder Left OpenAI to Launch a Competitor. It Aims to Bring AI to the Masses

Mira Murati, OpenAI’s former CTO, has taken the wraps off her new company, Thinking Machines Lab. Here’s what to know about its goals.
Inc. - 6d
Samsung Galaxy S25 review: the smallest top-tier Android left

Compact phone has flagship chip and buckets of AI, but hasn’t changed much from predecessors. The smallest and cheapest of Samsung’s new Galaxy S25 line might be the one to buy, offering top ...
The Guardian - 4d
Ron Rivera on Cam Newton: Sometimes things are better left unsaid

Former Panthers quarterback Cam Newton created a stir by saying he entered a "locker room full of losers" when he arrived as the franchise's No. 1 overall pick in 2011.
Yahoo Sports - 4d
Jubilation for German hard-left party as vote share set to double

Yahoo News - 2d
Jubilation on far right - and far left - after German elections

Yahoo News - 2d
Debt and defence headache for Merz after AfD and far left make gains

Election winner could struggle to reform strict borrowing rules due to opposition in next parliament
Financial Times - 1d
German far-left leader says populist splinter party will be forgotten

Yahoo News - 1d
How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Struggling a month ago, the Die Linke party surged into Parliament by riding a backlash against conservative immigration policy.
The New York Times - 1d
Federal workers left confused as Musk doubles down on threat

Employees get conflicting advice over compliance with a Musk-backed order to list their last week's work or face termination.
BBC News - 19h
The London Stock Exchange has been left behind by its parent

While its equities platform suffers an exodus, the LSEG itself is a financial success story — with an identity problem
Financial Times - 18h
How Stanford legend Andrew Luck is embracing arduous task of resurrecting Cardinal amid challenges of new era

Luck has the chance to reshape not just the football program, but Stanford athletics as a whole
CBS Sports - 4d
Ex-Dodger Gavin Lux embraces new role with Reds: 'You have that chip on your shoulder'

Gavin Lux understands why the Dodgers traded him, but he's out to prove to the world, and by extension his former team, that he can be star for the Cincinnati Reds.
Yahoo Sports - 11h
TikTok's top artist Yeri Mua gets real on immigration, Bellakath beef

The reggaeton mexa star spoke with De Los during the U.S. leg of her Traka Tour.
Los Angeles Times - 5d
A flight to a Toronto paramedics conference becomes a real emergency for a former EMT

Former paramedic Peter Carlson is still coming to grips with the shuddering jolt he and 79 others experienced when a Delta Air Lines plane flipped over while landing at Toronto's Pearson ...
ABC News - 5d