Tensions flare as a Chinese reporter gets into a scuffle with White House security.

Ukraine transfers 2 captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea after they were taken prisoner while fighting for Russia,

Protests erupt outside United Nations Headquarters in NYC ahead of Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech.

Gucci begins selling $1,000 luxury sneakers labeled “Made in China,” breaking with the brand’s traditional Italian manufacturing model.

Marco Rubio warns Iraq could face “Balkanisation” unless armed factions are brought under state control.

Xi Jinping announces China will send 2 giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, calling them an “envoy of friendship” during his meeting with Trump.

US & China projected to reach a tariff agreement this month, as Trump & Xi prepare for high-stakes trade talks at the White House. 82% chance.

Macklemore announces a “Free Palestine tour" across Europe, with all ticket proceeds being donated to pro-Palestine causes.

Xi Jinping invites 100,000 young Americans to study in China over the next 5 years to experience “the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.”

PepsiCo to hike prices on select chips, dips, and sodas.

781 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats on Wednesday, the highest single-day total of 2026.

Benjamin Netanyahu touches down in New York aboard Israel’s “Wing of Zion” aircraft ahead of his address to the UN General Assembly.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to sit down with Fox News’ Bret Baier for an interview today at 6 PM ET.

Gallup study reveals China leads the world in AI optimism, with 90% of AI-aware adults reporting “positive emotions” toward the technology.

White House memo reportedly portrays Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei as the face of AI “doomerism,” targeting his ties to the effective altruism movement.

CNN, MS NOW, & Politico accuse the White House of not complying with the federal court order after their reporters were still denied access this morning.

Lego announces a $400 million investment in northern Mexico that is expected to create 1,300 jobs.

Croatia becomes the 74th nation to join NASA’s Artemis Accords, pledging to allow peaceful exploration of outer space.

Singapore is cracking down on people blasting music & videos on public transportation, with violators now facing fines of up to $500 SGD.

Bank of America to hire 1,000 additional apprentices over the next 2 years as part of a $150 million U.S. workforce development push.

Abdul El-Sayed officially predicts Kamala Harris will win the U.S. presidency in 2028.

Amazon announces a $100+ million robotics manufacturing hub in Indiana as it accelerates warehouse automation.

U.S. weekly jobless claims plunge to 197,000, nearing 57-year lows.

Federal judge orders the White House to immediately restore access for CNN, MS NOW, & Politico.

Trump praises Xi Jinping’s appearance, saying he looks “strong, vibrant, and fit” — while calling his wife beautiful.

Trump reveals he will discuss “Super Intelligence” with China’s Xi Jinping today.

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France warns Russia’s aggression now threatens “Europe in its entirety.”

EU & Canada secure €211 million in funding to expand “global ocean monitoring.”

Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez vows the country will hold “inclusive elections.”

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ICC convicts former Central African Republic militia commander Mahamat Said Abdel Kani of crimes against humanity, including torture.

Türkiye and Iraq agree to a gradual handover of the Bashiqa military base to Baghdad.

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Taiwan strengthens its presence around the disputed Pratas Islands in the South China Sea as Chinese Coast Guard patrols increase nearby.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tells Trump that Iran will “never bow our head or bend the knee.”

U.S. and China extend their trade truce by 2 months, pushing the deadline to January 10.

USDA issues massive meat recall, pulling 167,000+ pounds of beef, pork, and goat products produced without federal inspection.

1 in 4 likely Ohio voters still think Sherrod Brown is a sitting U.S. senator, despite him leaving office in January 2025, a new BGSU/YouGov poll finds.

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield surges to its highest level in 30 years.

Meta’s new smart glasses will offer FDA-cleared hearing aid functionality.

Meta unveils Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-style AI gadget designed to fit on a keychain, with Zuck calling it a “joyful little device.”

Meta officially unveils its $1,300 VR Glasses, shipping in spring 2027.

Trump reveals “the entire tech world, the entire banking world, and a lot more” will attend tomorrow night’s state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian claims the U.S. & Israel are the “real terrorists” during his address to the UN General Assembly.

CEO confidence in the U.S. economy surges to its highest level in 4 years.

Strokes among younger adults are at unprecedented levels, nearly doubling over the past 3 decades. — CNN

U.S. air traffic control system is reportedly running on tech so old that the FAA has resorted to 3D printing & buying replacement parts on eBay, with its administrator saying: “We’re behind 20 years.”

Galway Metals Inc. shares surge, now up +65.91% in the past month.

President Trump greets Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews as a B-1B Lancer bomber flies overhead during the national anthem.

Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent shuts down AI czar rumors, declares “There’s one AI czar, and it’s President Trump.”

Odds of a Trump-Putin meeting this year soar after the U.S. formally invites Putin to the G20 summit in Miami this December. 76% chance.

China's Xi Jinping arrives in Washington, D.C. for his summit with President Trump.

China reportedly takes possession of sensitive F-35 parts after a U.S.-bound shipment was unexpectedly diverted to Hong Kong.

Border Czar Tom Homan calls for an end to “hateful rhetoric” against ICE.

England captain Harry Kane reveals he plans to "seriously" explore joining the NFL.

Australian prime minster reveals an OpenAI agent hacked into Australia's government Medicare portal.

Anthropic partners with OpenEvidence to roll out free medical AI tools to physicians in roughly 100 countries, including Uganda, Sudan, Haiti, & Mongolia.

5 current & former Indianapolis police officers charged with fraud & misconduct for allegedly misusing Flock surveillance technology.

AOC refuses to rule out challenging Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer for his NY seat in 2028, saying: “I’ll cross that bridge when I get to it.”

Bipartisan senators move to fast-track a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles in the U.S. during Xi Jinping’s visit.

National Park Service’s Fat Bear Week 2026 draws so many voters that the surge crashes the voting website, forcing organizers to extend the opening round.

Dario Amodei declares Anthropic will “slow down as much as necessary” to ensure its AI models are safe.

Senator Tommy Tuberville claims “many” U.S. pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers are furries.

Marco Rubio declares Cuba has a “golden opportunity” to pursue a political transition, with the U.S. prepared to assist if Cuban leaders are willing.

Trump reportedly declared “I am the code” after the White House ballroom’s architect raised building-safety concerns. — WaPo

Mary Peltola surges in the odds to win Alaska’s Senate race, seeking to become the first Democrat elected to the seat since 2008. 76% chance.