As Xi Visits Washington, Trump Plays Down China’s Actions Against U.S. Interests

9/23/2026 2:14 PM Open Story
Despite the rivalry between the United States and China, President Trump has repeatedly found ways to give President Xi Jinping of China a pass, portraying him more as a personal friend than a competitor.
Where Is the U.S. Beating China on A.I., and Where Is It Lagging?

9/23/2026 1:05 PM Open Story
As Xi Jinping visits President Trump in Washington, his country lags behind the United States on A.I. development in key areas — but Beijing has advantages elsewhere.
As Trump Welcomes Xi, More Americans Have a Positive View of China

9/23/2026 3:09 PM Open Story
Experts attribute the changing mood to fading memories of the coronavirus pandemic, awareness of China’s tech innovations and disaffection with President Trump’s trade wars.
Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami

9/23/2026 2:40 PM Open Story
Many leaders are unlikely to welcome the Russian leader’s presence at the event because of his country’s war against Ukraine.
Iran Will Not Be Bullied, President Masoud Pezeshkian Says in U.N. Speech

9/23/2026 10:54 AM Open Story
President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country would not give up its civilian nuclear program, but left the door opened for diplomacy with the United States.
America’s A.I. Leaders Warn U.N. of Possible Peril Absent a Global Response

9/23/2026 4:01 PM Open Story
Sam Altman of OpenAI and Dario Amodei of Anthropic told the Security Council that international cooperation was needed to ensure that A.I. remains under human control.
Fox News Finds Itself at Odds With Trump on Press Ban

9/23/2026 10:10 AM Open Story
The home of Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham has joined rival networks in suspending its coverage of pooled presidential events.
Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against The Des Moines Register

9/23/2026 4:18 PM Open Story
The suit challenged a poll that showed Trump trailing Kamala Harris in the final weeks of the 2024 campaign. A judge warned that similar legal challenges could have a chilling effect on news reporting.
Bond Yields Soar as Investors Foresee Another Fed Interest Rate Increase

9/23/2026 2:10 PM Open Story
The 10-year Treasury yield on Wednesday rose to around 5.1 percent, as investors increasingly expect the Fed Reserve will raise interest rates again.
What’s Behind Bessent’s Boasts About the U.S. Bond Market

9/22/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
By one measure, U.S. government bond markets have posted negative returns, but markets in others countries have experienced steeper losses.
Mark Carney Interview: Canada’s Leader Lays Out Vision for Breaking Reliance on U.S.

9/23/2026 4:11 PM Open Story
In a wide-ranging interview, the Canadian leader laid out a detailed vision for breaking his country’s dependency on the United States.
Carney Says Risk of an A.I. Catastrophe Is ‘Above Zero’

9/23/2026 4:22 PM Open Story
In contrast to President Trump’s calls for an unfettered A.I. industry, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada called for international coordination on regulations.
Trump’s New Favorite Neighbor: Mexico

9/23/2026 5:17 AM Open Story
President Trump built his political brand in part on bashing Mexico. Now his second presidency depends on deepening partnerships with the country.
Tropical Storm Nolo Forms Near Hawaii

9/23/2026 3:44 PM Open Story
Nolo, still a tropical storm for now, formed on Wednesday south of the state.
Could Hurricane Polo Bring Rain to Southern California? Probably Not.

9/23/2026 2:38 PM Open Story
The storms won’t make landfall there, but even from a distance they could affect the state’s coastline.
He Changed the World of Organ Transplants. Would He Die Waiting for His Own?

9/23/2026 2:41 PM Open Story
A New York transplant surgeon’s experience waiting for a heart transplant laid bare the challenges of a system he had spent decades trying to fix.
At a Times Event, Dueling Visions on Climate Change and A.I.

9/23/2026 3:12 PM Open Story
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the Trump administration does not want to ban U.S. diesel exports to curb high prices.
RFK Jr. Drew $4 Million in Book Advances From Publisher Who Also Monetized MAHA

9/23/2026 11:46 AM Open Story
A new disclosure also shows $210,000 in consulting fees paid to Cheryl Hines, the health secretary’s wife, by one of several MAHA-affiliated groups capitalizing from his agenda.
Trump Backtracks on Plan for New Controls on N.I.H. Grants

9/23/2026 2:16 PM Open Story
Democrats and Republicans in Congress opposed the creation of a commission with the power to veto federal research awards.
Melania Trump’s Busy Schedule: A New Show, a Foster-Care Bill and Reading Executive Orders

9/23/2026 3:25 PM Open Story
In a burst of activity this week, the enigmatic first lady told Americans what she has been up to after a quiet summer. Her activities have included filming a new documentary series about her life.
How Trump’s Iran War May Sink Republican Midterm Chances

9/23/2026 12:55 PM Open Story
The president might be supercharging what already looked like a blue wave.
Our Forests Are Demanding a Sacrifice

9/23/2026 1:51 PM Open Story
Wildfire converted me from a tree-hugger to a tree-worshipper.
Hayden Panettiere Was Found Surrounded by Drugs, Report Details

9/23/2026 1:23 PM Open Story
The actress had completed a stint in rehab before she died last month from an overdose, the coroner’s office said. Her death was ruled an accident.