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Key takeaways from historic Trump-Xi China summit

U.S. President Trump met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing this week, his second state visit to China and the first U.S. presidential visit to the country in nearly nine years.

Qatar sends first LNG shipment through Strait of Hormuz since Iran War began

A liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker from Qatar has reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the outbreak of the Iran war, signaling a potentially significant development for global energy markets strained by months of supply disruptions.

Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak: Passengers Evacuated From MV Hondius in Tenerife

Passengers aboard the Dutch-owned cruise ship MV Hondius began evacuating in Tenerife on Sunday after a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to the vessel left three people dead and prompted an international emergency response.

UAE to leave OPEC on May 1 in blow to oil cartel amid oil market turmoil

United Arab Emirates will withdraw from Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on May 1, 2026

Ethiopia is building Africa’s largest $12.5 billion airport to become continent’s aviation hub

Ethiopia is building what is set to become Africa’s largest airport, a $12.5 billion mega-project aimed at transforming air travel across the continent.

Geely unveils China’s first purpose-built Robotaxi Eva Cab

Chinese automotive giant Geely has introduced its first purpose-built robotaxi prototype Eva Cab

EU and US sign Critical Minerals deal amid concerns over China’s dominance

The European Union and the United States have signed a new agreement to coordinate the supply of critical minerals essential for defense, technology, and clean energy industries, in a joint effort to reduce reliance on China’s dominant position in...

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks after Washington Talks

A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks following high-level talks at the White House, according to U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement comes as both sides attempt to sustain fragile diplomacy amid ongoing...

Chinese solar exports surge to record high amid global energy shock

China’s solar exports reached an unprecedented level in March 2026, as countries across Asia and Africa accelerated their transition toward renewable energy in response to rising fossil fuel prices and geopolitical instability. According to data analyzed by global energy think...

US and Iran peace talks in Islamabad end without agreement

US and Iran direct talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement to end the war, leaving a fragile two-week ceasefire in doubt.

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Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 1,400 as international rescue teams race against time

Venezuela's death toll from devastating twin earthquakes climbed above 1,400 on June 27 as foreign rescue teams poured into the country and authorities intensified the search for survivors