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Top stories - CBS News
New technology creates unique view of famous Van Gogh painting
In 1889, Vincent Van Gogh checked himself into a psychiatric hospital in southern France. While there, he completed some of his most notable works, including “Irises.” The masterpiece has been ...17 minutes ago -
World - Financial Times
The Canadian comedian who became China’s most famous foreigner
Mark Rowswell, aka Dashan, on doing stand-up — and ‘Shawshank’ — in perfect Mandarin9 hours ago - China -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Behind the Mysterious Downfall of China's Missing Foreign Minister
A three-part podcast series digs into why Qin Gang vanished from view in June 2023.17 hours ago - China -
World - ABC News
Canada's foreign minister says India's remaining diplomats are on notice not to harm Canadians
Canada’s foreign minister says India’s remaining diplomats in the country are “clearly on notice” not to endanger Canadian lives19 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Robbie Williams pleads with public in tribute to Liam Payne: ‘Even famous strangers need compassion’
Pop legend calls for more kindness and empathy from public, and discusses his history of addiction. Robbie Williams has shared an impassioned tribute to the One Direction singer Liam Payne, who ...Yesterday -
World - The New York Times
David Lammy, U.K. Foreign Secretary, Visits China in Bid to Reset Relations
David Lammy is set to meet China’s foreign minister in Beijing on Friday, in a trip the British government said would acknowledge “areas of contention as well as areas for cooperation.”Yesterday - China -
Sports - The New York Times
Golf’s Ryder Cup Is About to Be Famous for the Wrong Reason
One of the sport’s greatest tournaments is pricing out normal fans in an outrageous manner, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza
Death of architect of October 7 attack on Israel represents a devastating blow to Palestinian militant groupYesterday -
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Business - Financial Times
Iran foreign minister visits Egypt as leaders try to contain regional war
Middle East officials step up diplomatic effort as Israel says it killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in strike on GazaYesterday - Iran -
World - ABC News
Iranian foreign minister discusses regional tensions with Egyptian officials in Cairo
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has discussed rising tensions in the region with Egyptian officials in Cairo during the first such visit by a top Iranian official to the North African nation ...2 days ago - Iran -
World - The New York Times
Trudeau Accuses Political Foes of Engaging in Foreign Interference
Facing a revolt in his own party, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attacked both the Conservative opposition and India’s government, which he said had made “a horrific mistake” in the killing of a ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
RTX subsidiary Raytheon to pay more than $950 million to settle foreign bribery, export control fraud probes
The huge legal settlement by Raytheon related to bribery in Qatar, and to defrauding the Pentagon in regard to the Patriot Missile systems.2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Thomas Tuchel named England coach: Why Three Lions had no choice but to hire a foreign manager
Tuchel is the man chosen to replace Gareth Southgate2 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Why Naming a Foreign Soccer Coach Divides Opinion in England
England is set to appoint Thomas Tuchel as head coach. There’s already backlash from some about a German taking charge.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump’s Changing Views on Talking to Foreign Leaders
The former president, who once pushed to prosecute a former secretary of state for talking with foreign officials, said that it would be “a good thing” for himself to have secretly kept in touch ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Senate Intel chair frets about foreign actors spreading hurricane, election misinformation
Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner (D-Va.) on Tuesday indicated that he is concerned foreign actors are spreading misinformation related to the recovery from a pair of recent ...3 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
Mexico says foreign firms have pledged $20 billion in investments, but many are old or uncertain
Mexican officials say companies have pledged $20 billion in new foreign direct investment in Mexico3 days ago -
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Politics - NBC News
Vance says the 'enemy from within' includes foreign nationals
In response to what former President Trump meant by calling Democrats "the enemy from within," Sen. JD Vance expanded the term to include foreign nationals he claimed Vice President Harris helped ...4 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
China's Top Carmaker Dominates Foreign Rivals With $14,000 Plug-In Hybrid
From tariffs to technology restrictions, global challenges are mounting for Chinese carmakers, but BYD has been unstoppable.5 days ago - China -
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World - Financial Times
Britain rejoins the EU foreign affairs council — for lunch
Also in this newsletter: the EU countries pushing for more, not less, green policy5 days ago - European Union -
Top stories - NBC News
Trump calls Democrats more dangerous than U.S. foreign adversaries
Donald Trump called Democrats who have opposed him "the enemy from within," describing them as more dangerous than major foreign adversaries of the United States, including Russia and China.5 days ago - Donald Trump -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Reconsidering the Hollywood Reporter’s A-List of Influencers
A social media post about the Hollywood Reporter’s “A-List” of influencers inspired quite a few jokes online. But part of that was a misunderstanding.October 12