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President Donald Trump ended a two-day visit to Beijing with a final meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. They said they made some progress in improving the relationship between the US and China, but important disagreements remain.
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President Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
The visit lasted two days and included meetings and meals.
Both leaders said they made progress in stabilizing relations between the US and China.
Significant differences between the two countries still exist after the talks.
The trip focused on issues affecting the US-China relationship.
The article was reported by France 24 from Beijing.
Other global news mentioned on the same day includes clashes in Bolivia and drone attacks on a UN convoy in Ukraine.
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In Bolivia's capital, clashes happened between miners and police as miners set off small explosions and police responded with tear gas. The unrest is part of ongoing protests against President Rodrigo Paz's government, which began after he took office last year.
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Miners in Bolivia used small dynamite charges during protests.
Police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd in the capital city.
The miners tried to force their way into the government palace.
The unrest is part of a second week of nationwide protests.
President Rodrigo Paz started his term late last year.
These protests challenge the government after nearly 20 years of one-party rule.
The situation reflects growing social and political tensions in Bolivia.
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Health officials reported a new Ebola outbreak in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. The outbreak is complicated by security problems and population movement in the region, which is near the borders with Uganda and South Sudan.
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The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) confirmed the new Ebola outbreak in northeastern DRC.
So far, 246 suspected Ebola cases and 65 deaths have been reported in Ituri province.
Lab tests found the Ebola virus in 13 out of 20 samples taken.
The area is difficult to reach, with poor roads and ongoing conflict between armed groups.
Ebola spreads through contact with body fluids and causes severe illness and death.
This outbreak follows one that ended five months ago, which killed 43 people.
Africa CDC is organizing a meeting with health officials from DRC, Uganda, South Sudan, and partners to improve outbreak response and border monitoring.
The DRC has had many Ebola outbreaks before, with the deadliest killing nearly 2,300 people from 2018 to 2020.
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President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for two days. They said they made some progress in improving relations between the US and China, but important disagreements still exist.
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President Trump visited Beijing for a meeting with President Xi Jinping.
The summit lasted two days and included talks, meals, and a walk at Zhongnanhai, Xi’s official residence.
Both leaders said their discussions helped stabilize US-China relations.
Despite progress, significant differences between the two countries remain.
The meeting focused on ongoing issues like trade tensions and political concerns.
The summit ended on May 15, 2026.
The event received coverage from France 24 and other media outlets.
President Trump’s visit highlights continuing efforts to manage the complex US-China relationship.
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President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping wore very similar blue suits and red ties during a welcome ceremony in Beijing. Experts say this matching style can help build trust and cooperation by showing similarity before talks begin.
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Trump and Xi both wore blue, single-breasted suits with two buttons, only the top button fastened.
Both leaders wore red ties at the Tiananmen Square ceremony.
The matching suits may have helped create a sense of alignment and respect between them.
Social psychology research says people tend to trust those who appear similar, including dress and body language.
The “chameleon effect” means subtle copying of others can improve cooperation.
Previous political meetings also showed leaders mirroring each other’s clothing to send positive signals.
Mirroring only works well if it seems natural, not forced or staged.
Trump usually wears this style often, while Xi’s wardrobe varies more widely.
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China’s foreign ministry said that the conflict between the U.S. and Iran should not continue. President Donald Trump stated he and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed on important matters related to the conflict, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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China’s foreign ministry expressed that continuing the U.S.-Iran conflict is not useful.
President Trump announced an agreement with President Xi on key issues in the conflict.
One key issue discussed was reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil transport.
The statement from China suggests a desire to reduce tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
President Trump’s comments indicate ongoing diplomatic efforts involving China and the U.S. regarding Iran.
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A 15-year-old boy was fatally shot in Nantes, France, in an attack linked by prosecutors to drug-related violence. Two other boys, ages 13 and another young boy, were also injured, with the 13-year-old in critical condition.
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The shooting happened in Nantes, a city in western France.
Three boys were targeted by attackers wearing balaclavas (masks) and using automatic weapons.
Prosecutors believe the shooting was connected to drug offenses and a possible conflict between criminals.
The 15-year-old victim's family says he was not involved in crime and was only visiting a friend.
This was the second deadly shooting in the same area within a month, both linked to drug trafficking.
The city’s mayor called for police to use all available resources to catch the attackers.
French authorities have noted a big rise in teenagers involved in illegal drug trade in recent years.
Some cities in France have tried curfews for young people at night to reduce drug-related violence.
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Ireland is not taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest this year as part of a boycott over the European Broadcasting Union’s decision to allow Israel to participate. Ireland and four other countries are protesting because of the war in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis there, and the Irish broadcaster RTÉ will not show the contest events.
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Ireland is boycotting Eurovision along with Iceland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain.
The boycott is due to Israel’s participation amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
The conflict began after Hamas attacked Israel in October 2023, leading to many deaths and hostages.
Israel’s offensive in Gaza has resulted in a large number of casualties, according to different sources.
Irish broadcaster RTÉ stated that participating would be unacceptable due to the humanitarian crisis and deaths in Gaza.
Israel’s Eurovision contestant faced protests and was given armed guards.
The European Broadcasting Union warned Israeli broadcaster Kan over promoting voting pressure on social media.
Ireland will air a Eurovision-themed episode of the sitcom Father Ted instead of the contest.
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Several Labour Party members in the UK are preparing to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the party. Potential candidates include Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner, and Andy Burnham, each with different backgrounds and political views.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a likely leadership contest within the Labour Party.
Wes Streeting resigned as health minister and criticized Starmer, encouraging multiple candidates to run.
Angela Rayner, former deputy prime minister, is considering a run after resolving a tax problem.
Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, plans to become an MP again to stand in the leadership race.
Starmer became prime minister two years ago after a big election win and plans to remain a candidate.
The new leader will be chosen by Labour Party members.
Streeting is seen as a right-wing figure in Labour, Rayner is on the left, and Burnham represents the soft left.
Each contender has personal stories involving working-class backgrounds and different career paths in politics.
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Several politicians are preparing to compete for the leadership of the UK Labour Party as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to step down. Potential candidates include Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner, and Andy Burnham, each with different backgrounds and political support within the party.
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Keir Starmer, the current UK Prime Minister and Labour Party leader, is under pressure to resign.
Wes Streeting, 43, recently resigned as health minister and is expected to challenge Starmer.
Streeting comes from a working-class background and is popular on Labour’s right wing.
Angela Rayner, former deputy prime minister, may run after resolving a tax issue that caused her earlier resignation.
Rayner is known for her direct style and represents the Labour left wing; she left school at 16 and was a trade unionist.
Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, plans to return to Parliament by running in a by-election before seeking party leadership.
Burnham is seen as part of Labour’s soft left and has previous experience as an MP and health minister.
The winner of the leadership race will be chosen by Labour party members.
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A large scam operation in Cambodia now produces money equal to almost half of the country's legal economy. This growing problem affects many parts of Cambodian society.
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The scam operation in Cambodia is very big and makes a lot of money.
The money from scams is almost half as much as Cambodia’s official economy.
Scams involve tricking people to steal their money.
Cambodian leaders are reportedly involved in these scam activities.
This scam industry affects Cambodia’s economy and reputation.
Authorities face challenges stopping these scams because they are widespread.
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President Trump left China after a two-day meeting with President Xi Jinping. The talks showed different priorities between the two leaders and led to a more stable relationship, but no big business agreements were made. China also called for an end to the conflict in Iran.
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President Trump visited China for a two-day summit with President Xi Jinping.
The meeting highlighted different goals between the U.S. and China.
The talks improved stability in the relationship but did not produce major business deals.
President Trump mentioned that President Xi would send roses to the White House Rose Garden.
China urged an end to the conflict in Iran during this time.
The summit took place in Beijing.
There were live updates covering the event as it happened.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) plans to finish a second oil pipeline by 2027 that will avoid the Strait of Hormuz. This pipeline aims to protect the UAE’s oil exports if the waterway remains blocked, as it has been during recent conflicts.
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The UAE’s new pipeline will transport oil to the port of Fujairah, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz.
The current Habshan-Fujairah pipeline carries up to 1.8 million barrels of oil per day.
The new pipeline will double the UAE’s export capacity through Fujairah.
The pipeline project has been fast-tracked by Abu Dhabi’s crown prince to secure oil exports.
Iran blocked tankers from passing the Strait of Hormuz after attacks in late February 2024.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil and gas shipments.
UAE left OPEC in 2024, aiming to produce more oil than OPEC quotas allow.
Saudi Arabia can transport about 7 million barrels a day via pipelines to the Red Sea.
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Five Italian tourists died while scuba diving and exploring underwater caves in the Maldives. Authorities found one body inside a cave and are searching for the other four despite difficult weather conditions.
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Five Italian nationals died in a scuba diving accident at Vaavu Atoll in the Maldives.
The divers were exploring caves at about 50-60 meters deep when the accident happened.
One body has been recovered inside the cave; the other four are believed to be inside as well.
The victims included a marine biology professor, her daughter, and two young researchers from the University of Genoa.
The Maldives National Defence Force is leading the search, using aircraft, speedboats, and divers.
Weather conditions are rough with warnings for boats, possibly delaying recovery efforts.
The Italian foreign ministry and embassy are assisting and have sent an expert to help.
Diving accidents are relatively rare but have caused several tourist deaths in the Maldives over recent years.
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An Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has killed 65 people and infected at least 246 others. Health officials are worried the disease could spread to neighboring countries due to high movement of people in mining areas.
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The outbreak is happening in Ituri province, which borders Uganda and South Sudan.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with body fluids like blood or vomit from infected people or dead bodies.
So far, 13 out of 20 tested samples confirmed the presence of the Ebola virus.
The current outbreak may be caused by a different strain of Ebola than usual, with full genetic results expected soon.
The DRC has experienced 16 Ebola outbreaks since 1976.
Mining towns in the area have many people coming and going, making it hard to control the disease.
African health authorities are coordinating with local and international groups, including the World Health Organization, to respond quickly.
Factors like contact with animals carrying the virus, movement between rural and urban areas, and the local environment contribute to repeated outbreaks in the DRC.
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A Russian missile attack on Kyiv killed 24 people, including three children, causing mourning in Ukraine's capital. Meanwhile, Ukraine and Russia exchanged 205 prisoners each, a rare act of cooperation amid ongoing conflict since 2022.
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The Russian strike on Kyiv killed 24 people, including three girls aged 12, 15, and 17.
Rescue workers saved 30 people after more than 28 hours of search and rescue operations.
Kyiv’s mayor said 24 people injured in the attack were still in hospital.
Ukraine and Russia exchanged 205 prisoners each, with freed soldiers showing emotional reunions.
The prisoner swap was part of a larger 1,000-for-1,000 exchange plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Russian retaliatory strikes in Ryazan killed four people, including a child.
Fresh attacks continued, injuring civilians in the Zaporizhzhia and Chernigiv regions.
The prisoner exchanges are one of the few ongoing cooperative acts between Russia and Ukraine in the war.
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In Nigeria, nearly 10% of people use cryptocurrency, partly to avoid using the local currency, the naira, which has lost much value. Young Nigerians trade cryptocurrencies for quick profits, but the market has risks like scams and fraud, leading officials and companies to seek better rules and support for victims.
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About one in ten Nigerians use cryptocurrency in daily life.
The Nigerian currency, naira, has lost value, pushing people toward crypto.
Stablecoins, cryptocurrencies linked to the US dollar, are popular for payments and sending money abroad.
Many young Nigerians trade crypto hoping to make quick money.
Social media influencers promote crypto trading and share success stories.
The crypto market in Nigeria faces problems like scams, fraud, and money laundering.
Authorities and private groups are working on better regulation and helping those harmed.
Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy and is also launching a government-backed digital currency called eNaira.
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A United Nations aid convoy heading to Kherson in Ukraine was hit twice by drone attacks. Ukraine blames Russia for the attack, which happened during a large Russian drone assault involving nearly 1,600 drones over two days.
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A UN convoy delivering humanitarian aid to Kherson, Ukraine, was attacked twice by drones.
Ukraine accuses Russia of carrying out these drone strikes.
Russia launched a large drone attack on Ukraine, using about 1,600 drones in two days.
The attacks occurred amid ongoing fighting and heavy Russian air assaults.
The incident reflects the intense conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The UN convoy aimed to provide aid to people affected by the fighting.
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Finland has lifted a drone alert after detecting suspicious drone activity near Helsinki, which led to emergency measures like scrambling fighter jets and closing the airport. The incident reflects regional tension due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, with nearby countries experiencing similar threats and political fallout.
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Finland raised an alert over suspected drones above Helsinki but later ended it, saying there was no direct military threat.
Emergency actions included fighter jets being launched and Helsinki airport being closed for about three hours.
Authorities called the response a precaution and said daily life could continue normally.
The situation highlights concerns about the war in Ukraine spilling into neighboring countries like Finland and the Baltic states.
Latvia’s prime minister resigned after a drone incident and political crisis linked to such security issues.
Ukrainian drones continue attacks on Russian infrastructure, with Russia claiming to have shot down hundreds of drones overnight near Moscow.
Recent drone strikes killed civilians in both Russia and Ukraine, including at least 24 people in a Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian apartment building.
Russia and Ukraine carried out a prisoner swap involving 205 prisoners on each side amid ongoing conflict.
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France is facing a drop in birthrates and has started offering free egg retrieval to young women to help address the problem. The government plans to send letters to 29-year-olds to encourage them to think about whether they want children, but the health system is having trouble meeting the demand.
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France’s birthrate has declined significantly in recent years.
The French government offers free egg retrieval for young women as a support measure.
More women are choosing to use this free service, putting pressure on healthcare providers.
The government will mail letters to 29-year-old women and men, asking them to consider if they want to have children.
Some observers think this approach may not fully understand people's real-life situations and choices.
This is the first time since World War II that deaths have overtaken births in France.
The issue is part of a wider concern about falling fertility rates in Europe.
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