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President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will hold a summit from May 13-15, aiming to address global tensions. The U.S. is seeking China’s help to resolve a crisis caused by its conflict with Iran, while China remains cautious and demands broader changes in the relationship.
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The summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping is confirmed for May 13-15.
The U.S. is facing difficulties due to its military involvement with Iran and a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s actions have disrupted global energy supplies, causing economic concerns worldwide.
U.S. officials are asking China to use its influence to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
China has prepared well for the crisis with stockpiles and alternative supply routes, easing the impact on its economy.
China has held talks with Iran and seeks a larger deal that includes ending U.S. hostilities and sanctions on Iran.
President Trump has rejected Iran’s peace proposal, maintaining the conflict’s deadlock.
China is seen as the key power able to resolve the crisis but wants to do so on its own terms.
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Russia launched over 200 drones in a large daytime attack on Ukraine, hitting civilian and infrastructure targets, including Kyiv. Ukrainian forces also struck inside Russia, causing damage, while President Donald Trump said peace talks might be nearing an end, though details remain unclear.
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Russia attacked Ukraine with more than 200 drones during the day, targeting critical infrastructure and civilian sites.
Drone attacks came from several directions, including from Belarus.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the strikes and called for international support.
A separate Ukrainian drone strike caused a fire at a gas plant in Russia’s Astrakhan region.
President Donald Trump stated that the war’s end might be close but did not provide details.
Russia claimed to have shot down 286 Ukrainian drones over several areas, including Crimea.
Ukraine’s military has improved its drone technology and is conducting strikes deep inside Russia.
The front line of the conflict has slowed, with Russia’s spring offensive not making significant progress.
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Gunfire broke out at the Philippine Senate when authorities tried to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity. The senator is accused of involvement in killings during his time as national police chief and has taken refuge in the Senate with the support of some lawmakers.
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Gunfire occurred in the Philippine Senate during an attempt to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa.
Dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for the murder of at least 32 people between 2016 and 2018.
The ICC’s arrest warrant against him was unsealed recently but initially issued in November.
Dela Rosa was the national police chief under then-President Rodrigo Duterte and oversaw an anti-drug crackdown linked to many deaths.
He is currently under protective custody inside the Senate, helped by allied senators.
Senator dela Rosa has vowed to fight the arrest warrant and called supporters to protect him.
Police agents tried to arrest him on Monday, but he escaped to the Senate plenary hall.
Senate President Alan Cayetano confirmed the gunfire and said the Senate felt under attack but gave few details.
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The Vatican has warned the traditionalist Catholic group Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X (FSSPX) that ordaining new bishops without approval from Pope Leo will lead to excommunication. The Vatican called this action a serious break with the Church and urged the group to avoid this conflict.
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The FSSPX plans to ordain new bishops without Pope Leo’s permission in July.
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández said this act would be a "schismatic act," meaning a split from the Catholic Church.
Such an act is considered a serious offense against God under Church law and leads to automatic excommunication.
The FSSPX was created in 1970 by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre, opposing changes made by the Second Vatican Council.
The group prefers the old Latin Mass and holds conservative religious views.
In 1988, members of FSSPX were excommunicated for consecrating bishops without approval.
Later popes Benedict XVI and Francis have tried to improve relations with FSSPX through partial rights and lifting some excommunications.
Pope Leo expressed hope that the new ordinations will not happen to avoid further division.
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A charity group called Cameleon warns that France and other parts of Europe are hosting more online child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In two years, French internet servers increased from 1% to 7% in the number of web addresses linked to this illegal content, making France the fifth-largest host worldwide.
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Every second, two pieces of child sexual abuse material are shared online.
The NGO Cameleon focuses on fighting sexual violence against children and teens.
France’s share of web addresses hosting child sexual abuse material grew from 1% two years ago to 7% last year.
France ranks fifth in the world for hosting such content, after Bulgaria, the United States, the Netherlands, and Romania.
The rise in hosting illegal content highlights concerns about online safety in Europe.
Cameleon publicly criticized France and Europe for becoming a center for this harmful material.
Authorities in France have been actively arresting people involved in sharing illegal content.
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President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, focusing on trade, technology access, and regional security issues like Iran and Taiwan. Trump was accompanied by CEOs from major US companies, and the visit aims to improve US-China relations after a recent period of tension.
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President Trump arrived in Beijing for the first US leader visit since his 2017 trip.
The meeting was delayed from March due to US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Key discussion topics include trade relations, technology access, Iran, and Taiwan.
Xi Jinping is expected to ask the US to stop selling arms to Taiwan and extend the trade truce.
Trump invited several top US business leaders, including CEOs from Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, and others.
Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang was a late addition, highlighting AI technology competition.
Trump plans to ask China to open its market more to US tech companies and increase purchases of American goods like soybeans and aircraft parts.
Taiwan’s status and US military support will be a sensitive issue during talks.
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The TV series "Off Campus," based on Elle Kennedy’s popular book series, will premiere its first season on Prime Video on May 13, 2026. The show follows the story of college ice hockey players and their relationships, with all eight episodes releasing at once.
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"Off Campus" is adapted from a bestselling five-book series by Elle Kennedy.
Season 1 is inspired by the first book, "The Deal," focusing on Hannah Wells and hockey captain Garrett Graham.
The plot involves a tutoring and fake dating arrangement to help Hannah win her crush’s attention.
All eight episodes of Season 1 will be available for streaming on Prime Video starting May 13, 2026.
Episodes will be available at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET and vary by time zone worldwide.
Each episode lasts between 46 and 56 minutes.
A Prime Video subscription is required, costing $14.99 monthly or $139 annually with Amazon Prime.
Season 2 of "Off Campus" has already been confirmed.
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President Donald Trump has supported Ali al-Zaidi as Iraq’s prime minister to prevent a pro-Iran leader from taking power. The US pressured Iraq by cutting financial aid and security cooperation until a compromise candidate acceptable to Washington was chosen.
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Iraq’s Coordination Framework coalition initially backed former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, who is pro-Iran.
President Trump opposed al-Maliki and threatened to cut all US aid if he became prime minister.
The US suspended cash payments from Iraq's oil revenues held in a New York bank, plus security assistance.
Ali al-Zaidi, a 40-year-old banker with no prior political office, was chosen quickly as a compromise.
Al-Zaidi was approved unanimously within 25 minutes by the Iraqi parliamentary coalition.
The US trusts al-Zaidi because he is seen as a political outsider and not under US sanctions.
Washington expects al-Zaidi to take action against Iran-backed militias before fully restoring aid.
The US demand includes removing militias from government, stopping their funding, and denying their salaries.
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing, China, to meet with President Xi Jinping. This important meeting happens amid ongoing tensions related to the war in Iran and concerns about Taiwan's status.
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President Trump traveled to China for a summit with President Xi Jinping.
The meeting takes place in Beijing, the capital of China.
The summit is described as historic, indicating it is a significant event.
The Iran war is currently ongoing during this time.
There are unresolved questions and concerns about the future of Taiwan.
CBS News provided special coverage of the event.
Adriana Diaz served as the anchor for the CBS News special report.
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A small plane from the Bahamas crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near the coast of Florida. All 11 people on board were rescued and taken to land for medical care.
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The plane came from the Bahamas.
It crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off Florida’s coast.
There were 11 people on the plane.
All passengers and crew were rescued.
Rescued individuals were brought to shore.
They received medical treatment after the rescue.
The accident happened on a Tuesday.
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Gunshots were fired inside the Philippine Senate during an attempt to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity. The senator is being protected by fellow senators as authorities try to detain him.
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Gunfire occurred inside the Philippine Senate building during an arrest attempt.
Senator Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for alleged crimes against humanity.
The ICC charges relate to the murder of at least 32 people during 2016-2018.
Dela Rosa was the national police chief under former President Rodrigo Duterte.
Senators are protecting dela Rosa inside the Senate to prevent his arrest.
Senate President Alan Cayetano confirmed the gunshots but gave few details.
Dela Rosa plans to challenge the arrest warrant legally and called supporters to the Senate.
Government agents attempted to arrest him but were stopped by senators.
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President Trump arrived in Beijing for an important meeting with China’s leader, Xi Jinping. He was accompanied by family members and top business and government officials.
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President Trump landed in Beijing on Wednesday evening local time.
He is scheduled to have a significant summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Trump arrived with his son Eric Trump and daughter-in-law Lara Trump.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk was part of the delegation.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang also accompanied Trump.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled with the group.
Defense Secretary Pete [last name not provided in excerpt] was part of the visit.
The visit is considered high-stakes, indicating important talks or negotiations.
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The Charity Commission has started a formal review of Princess Eugenie's charity, the Anti-Slavery Collective, to look into concerns about how it spends money. The charity raised large donations but has spent much less on its programs, and the review aims to understand this better.
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Princess Eugenie co-founded the Anti-Slavery Collective in 2017.
The Charity Commission is investigating concerns about the charity’s spending.
The charity raised £1.5 million in a recent year but spent very little of it on charity work.
By April 2025, donations had dropped to £48,000 while salary costs were £191,537.
The investigation is not a full legal inquiry, and no conclusions have been made yet.
Princess Eugenie stepped down earlier this year from another anti-slavery charity patron role.
The charity’s focus is on helping victims of sex trafficking.
The review follows media reports and concerns about the charity’s financial practices.
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Gunshots were fired at the Philippine Senate when authorities attempted to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity. Dela Rosa, a former police chief linked to the drug war under ex-President Duterte, refused to be taken and called on President Marcos Jr. to protect Filipinos from being sent to The Hague, where the ICC is based.
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More than a dozen gunshots occurred at the Philippine Senate during the arrest attempt.
Senator Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity related to the Philippine drug war.
The ICC issued an arrest warrant for dela Rosa in November.
Dela Rosa was the main police official in charge of Duterte’s controversial anti-drug campaign.
He called on Filipinos to prevent his arrest and urged President Marcos Jr. not to hand him over to the ICC.
Dela Rosa said he is ready to face justice in the Philippines and denies involvement in illegal killings.
The ICC is also prosecuting former President Duterte for the same alleged crimes.
Police say thousands of suspected drug dealers and users were killed during operations, which they claim were justified by resistance to arrest.
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An Iranian-American activist spoke directly to former Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi at a security event in Washington. The activist criticized Pahlavi for backing US and Israeli actions against Iran.
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The event occurred at the POLITICO Security Summit in Washington.
The activist is Iranian-American.
The activist confronted Reza Pahlavi, who was once the crown prince of Iran.
The confrontation focused on Pahlavi’s support for a war involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Reza Pahlavi has expressed support for military measures against Iran.
The activist opposed this stance and voiced disagreement in a public setting.
The incident highlights tensions within the Iranian diaspora regarding Iran’s future.
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Israel has increased its attacks on Gaza by 35% since it stopped joint bombing Iran with the United States on April 8. The violence has caused more Palestinian deaths, while Israeli forces continue to control much of Gaza and restrict aid and rebuilding efforts.
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Israeli attacks on Gaza rose by 35% in April compared to March, according to conflict monitor ACLED.
Gaza’s Health Ministry reports 120 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed since April 8, a 20% rise from the previous five weeks.
Despite a ceasefire agreement since October, Israeli forces remain in over half of Gaza and have demolished many buildings.
Approximately 850 Palestinians have died in Israeli attacks since the ceasefire began.
At least four Israeli soldiers were killed by Palestinian groups during the same period.
Israel also conducted military operations in Lebanon, where fighting continues despite a US-brokered ceasefire.
The ceasefire was negotiated by the US and Qatar to reduce major fighting but restrictions and violence persist in Gaza.
More than two million people live in Gaza, many in damaged homes or temporary shelters, with Hamas controlling the area.
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President Donald Trump visited Beijing for a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, their first meeting in China since 2017. The talks focused on issues like trade, technology, Taiwan, Iran, and oil prices, with analysts seeing the meeting as a turning point favoring China.
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President Trump arrived in Beijing for a summit with President Xi Jinping, lasting two days.
This is Trump's first trip to China since 2017.
Topics discussed include tariffs, trade war, Taiwan, Iran, oil prices, AI technology, and geopolitical rivalry.
The balance of power between the US and China is seen as shifting towards China.
China imposed export restrictions on rare earth minerals essential for US technology manufacturing.
These restrictions forced the US to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%.
The US is working to find other countries for rare earth resources to reduce dependence on China.
Conflict in the Middle East and relations with Iran have weakened the US’s strategic position and resource availability.
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President Donald Trump visited Beijing amid increased security and mixed feelings among Chinese people. China has grown more confident since Trump’s last visit in 2017, but many Chinese remain skeptical about his unpredictable style and how it will affect China-US relations.
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President Trump arrived in Beijing for an official visit, greeted by Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng.
China’s economy is slowing, but nationalism and confidence have increased since 2017.
Some Chinese people see the US as a troublemaker due to Trump’s recent foreign policy actions.
There is a highlighted issue of Taiwan’s independence, which China opposes and expects US to soften its support for.
Beijing increased security, closed the Temple of Heaven, and prepared carefully for Trump’s visit.
The Temple of Heaven is a historic site important in US-China relations, previously visited secretly by Henry Kissinger in 1971.
Some Chinese citizens welcomed the visit as a chance to ease tensions, while others were doubtful about Trump’s consistency.
The Chinese public believes it may take the US about 10 years to fully accept China’s rise as a global power.
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The article discusses the possibility that Cuba could experience a change in government soon. It suggests that replacing the current leadership is becoming more likely.
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The current Cuban government is referred to as a regime.
The idea of changing this government is not seen as distant or unlikely.
There is a growing belief that a government change in Cuba may happen soon.
The article implies that this change is becoming a sort of promise or expectation.
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on May 13, 2026, for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meeting aims to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations between the United States and China.
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President Trump arrived in Beijing for a multi-day summit with President Xi Jinping.
The summit focuses on deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the U.S. and China.
President Trump said they have many important topics to discuss during the summit.
Trump was greeted by China’s Vice President Han Zheng upon arrival.
Key U.S. officials accompanying Trump include Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Elon Musk also traveled with the delegation.
The meeting takes place amid ongoing tensions involving the U.S. and Iran.
The summit is being closely followed as a developing story.
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