Nvidia’s China Chip Deals Stall Despite U.S. Approval
The approved buyers reportedly include Alibaba, Tencent, ByteDance and JD.com
World Affairs
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Health Experts Warn Against Panic Over Hantavirus Outbreak
According to the World Health Organization, 11 cases have been linked to the outbreak, including three deaths.
Trump-Xi Summit: Bessent Says U.S. Leads AI Race
According to CNBC, the discussions are aimed at preventing powerful AI systems from falling into the hands of non-state actors. Bessent also pointed to rapid advances expected from American firms such as OpenAI and Google.
Why Did Xi Warn Trump About Taiwan At Beijing Summit
The warning came during a two-day summit focused on trade, Taiwan, Iran and global security. Reuters reported that the meeting lasted more than two hours and included discussions on maintaining the fragile trade truce reached last year.
Jensen Huang Says Trump Personally Asked Him To Join China Trip
Speaking to reporters in Beijing, Huang described the summit as “one of the most important” diplomatic meetings in modern history.
What Dominated High-stakes Trump-Xi Talks
A White House official said both leaders agreed the Strait of Hormuz should remain open to protect global energy flows.
Tehran's Blackmail
When Iran called the Strait of Hormuz its territory, one hundred thirteen countries disagreed.
How Russia Lost Friends And Global Influence
By Nina L. Khrushcheva, Project Syndicate | May 13, 2026
EU To Debate Future Of Ukrainian Refugee Protections
The talks come as the EU’s Temporary Protection Directive, introduced in 2022, approaches its March 2027 expiration date.
What Is Russia’s ‘Satan II’ Nuclear-Capable Missile
The Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile is designed to replace Russia’s aging Soviet-era SS-18 system. Reports cited by CNN said the missile can carry multiple nuclear warheads and travel more than 10,000 kilometers.
1,700 Cruise Passengers Held Over Illness Outbreak
The ship had departed from Belfast and Liverpool earlier this month for a scheduled cruise around France and Spain. Health officials in Gironde said nearly 50 passengers showed symptoms consistent with gastroenteritis.
Who Could Replace Keir Starmer As Britain’s Prime Minister?
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure to resign after more than 80 lawmakers in his Labour Party call on him to go.
Why Pete Hegseth’s China Trip Matters For U.S.-China Ties
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth joining President Donald Trump on the Beijing trip is being viewed as a signal that Washington and Beijing want stronger military communication channels to avoid future crises, according to analysts cited in the report.
Trump-Xi Talks Begin Amid Pentagon Missile Supply Concerns
According to a report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, the U.S. has significantly reduced inventories of Tomahawk, Patriot, THAAD, and other advanced missiles during operations tied to the Iran conflict.
Who Is Going To China With President Trump?
Official talks on the AI race could be on the docket for the president’s trip. The White House and the Chinese government are considering official discussions about AI amid concerns about the competition becoming the newest arms race, The Wall Street Journal reported last week.
Trump And Xi Open High-Stakes Beijing Summit
Trade is expected to dominate the talks, with discussions reportedly focused on extending the existing trade truce, easing export restrictions, and creating new U.S.-China trade and investment boards.