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Trump announces deal with China after talks with Xi in South Korea

Washington and Beijing are "in agreement on many things," U.S. President Donald Trump said after the face-to-face meeting that lasted nearly two hours, the first between both leaders in six years.

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Trump orders nuke tests after Russia tests nuclear-powered torpedo

U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the resumption of nuclear weapons tests for the first time since 1992. A day earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia had successfully tested a nuclear-powered super torpedo.

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UN Security Council meeting: Sudan and UAE trade heated accusations

Sudan and the UAE clash at the UN Security Council—Khartoum accuses Abu Dhabi of funding the RSF amid reports of atrocities.

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APEC summit: U.S.-China rivalry looms over trade and diplomacy

U.S.-China tensions cast a shadow over the APEC summit in South Korea — Leaders debate trade, diplomacy, and the bloc’s mission of free trade.

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Meta stock falls over 10% after commitment to raise AI spending

Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet recently reported their quarterly earnings and one thing is certain: the jaw-dropping investments in artificial intelligence are only just getting started. This all comes just days after Nvidia became the wor...

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Pentagon orders state National Guards to form rapid response units

CBS News has confirmed that the Pentagon ordered all state National Guards to form what they're calling "quick reaction forces" available for rapid deployments to address potential civil unrest.

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Taylor Taranto sentenced to time served for Obama threat

Taylor Taranto has been sentenced to time served plus 36 months of supervised release after being convicted of threatening former President Barack Obama. He was also pardoned on Jan. 6 Capitol rioting charges by President Trump earlier t...

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Five arrested over overdose death of Robert De Niro’s grandson

Authorities have charged five people in connection with the overdose deaths of three 19-year-olds, including Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez, the grandson of actor Robert De Niro.

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King Charles strips Andrew of ‘prince’ title and royal property

Buckingham Palace says King Charles’s brother will lose the title of "prince" over continued scandals surrounding his past behaviour. He ...

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Trump and first lady hand out candy at White House Halloween celebration

The event was organized in partnership with the International Fresh Produce Association, which provided the pumpkins for the celebration ...

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Trump orders Pentagon to restart nuclear weapons testing

President Trump directed the Pentagon to resume testing of nuclear weapons "on an equal basis" with other countries' tests, possibly endi...

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Emma Stone reveals how 'Good Luck, Babe' wound up in 'Bugonia'

Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons talk the fun needle drops in "Bugonia," from Chappell Roan to Green Day.

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Trey Yesavage, now a World Series legend, started the year in the minors

Toronto Blue Jays rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage had one of the most remarkable starts in franchise history when he dominated the Los Angel...

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Toronto amped as Blue Jays close in on World Series title

Toronto is abuzz with hope that the Blue Jays can secure their first World Series title in more than 30 years. A win in either Game 6 or ...

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Prince Andrew stripped of titles, home as Epstein controversy persists

Britain's Prince Andrew has been stripped of his titles and home, Buckingham Palace announced. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more as react...

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When games bring the past to life: Fact vs. fiction

Can games teach players about history? Series like Assassin’s Creed sell in the millions. Players immerse themselves in detailed portraya...

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Israel confirms identities of two hostages' remains returned by Hamas

Israel confirms the identities of two hostages returned by Hamas, Sahar Baruch and Amiram Cooper, whose remains were handed over in the r...

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What to know about Trump admin plans to form "quick reaction forces"

The Pentagon is ordering the National Guard in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. to form "quick reaction forces" to prepare and train fo...

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Netherlands election: Votes still being counted in tight race

Tight race in the Netherlands—centrist D66 gains ground while the far-right Freedom Party faces setbacks.

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Dutch election stuns in night full of surprises

Dutch election goes to the wire as progressive forces led by newcomer Rob Jetten make gains in blow to rightwing firebrand Geert Wilders.

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Global Tariffs

Donald Trump has signed an order to impose tariffs imports into the U.S. from countries including China, Mexico and Canada.

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Middle East Conflict

The U.S-brokered ceasefire deal in Gaza is holding, after Hamas released the remaining Israeli hostages.

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Ukraine Invasion

Russian forces have invaded Ukraine from land, air and sea with strikes causing widespread damage. Global leaders have condemned the move and imposed sanctions.

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