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President Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit expected to cover artificial intelligence and Iran. A correspondent reported on the diplomatic meeting amid existing tensions.
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A US-Greenland-Denmark security agreement, signed at the UN, expands the US military presence in Greenland with two new defense bases and a Pituffik Space Base overhaul, while opening the door to investment in rare-earth mining and data centers. Arctic Commissioner Tom Dans frames the deal as good for business and a strategic counter to China and Russia in the Arctic, with the timing noted as significant ahead of Xi Jinping's Washington visit.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune told Axios he plans to run for another term as GOP leader even if Republicans lose the Senate majority. The interview details his strategy for 2026, including giving candidates leeway to distance themselves from Trump and Washington, allowing state-driven votes, and directing roughly $280 million in advertising through the Senate Leadership Fund.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Fox News that the U.S. and China agreed to extend their Busan trade truce until January 10, giving both sides more time to negotiate economic issues. The segment also touched on Iran and AI.
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A Nor'easter is forecast to bring powerful winds and flooding to the East Coast while Hurricane Polo threatens California. A meteorologist provides the forecast for both coasts.
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The Daily Mail runs a reader poll asking whether Universal Credit claimants should be banned from spending their benefits on gambling, alcohol, and cigarettes, noting that one in five working-age adults now receive the payment.
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats should consider the West Bank Violence Prevention Act, which would sanction individuals tied to settler violence, if they retake the House in November. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jerry Nadler, codifies a repealed Biden executive order and responds to Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir's visit. The article notes Democratic divisions over Israel and a larger left flank Jeffries would face as speaker.
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The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks to address injuries at the position. Cooks, a Stockton native and lifelong 49ers fan, joined the team after waiting for the right opportunity and reuniting with coach Kyle Shanahan.
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A BBC feature profiles 'dopamine sites' like FoodNeverComes, where users simulate online shopping and food delivery without spending money, and explores the neuroscience of why the ritual of consumption feels rewarding. Experts debate whether simulated buying satisfies cravings or reinforces addictive behavior.
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Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said the central bank will 'likely' need to raise interest rates again to bring down persistent inflation, after the FOMC hiked rates last week for the first time in over three years. Barr called the quarter-point increase 'right' given inflation above the Fed's 2 percent target, while President Trump continued to call for rate cuts.
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A British TikToker faced backlash after complaining about high prices and lack of decaf coffee at a cafe near the Auschwitz-Birkenau museum, while critics accused her of disrespecting Holocaust victims. The article highlights her defiant responses, including calling critics 'wokes' and 'snowflakes'.
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Protein supplement prices have surged, with whey protein costs up over 130% year-over-year in Europe, driven by increased demand from new consumer groups and weight-loss drug users. Consumers report significant price increases, leading some to ration products or switch brands, while manufacturers adapt recipes and seek cheaper alternatives. Early signs suggest wholesale prices are stabilizing but remain elevated.