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Emile Berliner Left Germany for the United States in 1870

Emile Berliner Left Germany for the United States in 1870

Emile Berliner, born Emil Berliner in Hanover, Germany, on May 20, 1851, was a German-American inventor and businessman whose innovations profoundl...

Chinese defence ministry urges 'extreme caution' over arms sales to Taiwan ahead of Trump-Xi summit

Chinese defence ministry urges 'extreme caution' over arms sales to Taiwan ahead of Trump-Xi summit

BEIJING/TAIPEI, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The United States should take "extreme caution" over any arms sales to Taiwan, a Chinese defence ministry spokesperson said on Thursday ahead of a summit in Washington between President Donald Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping.

Melania Trump takes China's first lady on a museum outing that's watched for diplomacy and style

Melania Trump takes China's first lady on a museum outing that's watched for diplomacy and style

First ladies Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan have toured the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art, celebrating cultural ties between the United States and China during China’s diplomatic visit to Washington

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say

By Samia Nakhoul, Parisa Hafezi and John Irish Sept 24 (Reuters) - US and Iranian negotiators in New York are exploring a phased path out of war that would involve Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Washington lifting its economic blockade of Iran, sources close to the talks said.

Protesters of Xi's policies push for change in earshot of White House visit with Trump

Protesters of Xi's policies push for change in earshot of White House visit with Trump

President Donald Trump warmly welcomed Chinese leader Xi Jinping, but protesters gathered outside the White House

Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution and Bill of Rights

Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution and Bill of Rights

President Donald Trump is taking Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the National Archives on Friday to cap off a three-day state visit criticized for being heavy on pomp and light on substance

Jake Paul Posts AI Video with President Trump Following Pentagon Visit Backlash

Jake Paul Posts AI Video with President Trump Following Pentagon Visit Backlash

Jake Paul, alongside his brother Logan Paul, recently visited the Pentagon, meeting with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and other senior government officials. This visit, which included touring the building and speaking to military personnel, drew significant public backlash. In response to the criticism, Jake Paul posted an AI-generated video on X featuring himself and President Trump rapping together. The video was accompanied by the caption, 'Stay mad we saving America.' The Paul brothers' Washington trip on September 17 also involved meetings with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who praised Jake Paul's transition from content creator to entrepreneur and professional boxer. Logan Paul thanked service members for their sacrifices, while Jake Paul encouraged them to be proud of their service. The backlash against the Paul brothers' Pentagon visit and subsequent AI video has been fueled by various factors, including their relocation to Puerto Rico for tax incentives and questions surrounding the use o...

2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL: Week 2

2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL: Week 2

A resurgence week for Rashod Bateman, and some steady defensive play from multiple other ex-Gophers highlighted the week

Chili’s to open dozens more US locations. See where it plans to expand

Chili’s to open dozens more US locations. See where it plans to expand

Chili’s plans to open as many as 20 to 30 new US restaurants a year through fiscal 2029 after five years of strong sales growth and rising customer visits.

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What to know about mail-in voting for the 2026 midterms

What to know about mail-in voting for the 2026 midterms

The Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration from imposing new rules on mail-in voting before the November midterm elections. That means nothing has changed for voters — and mail-in voting can proceed as planned.

Republika Srpska's Lobbying Efforts in Washington Raise Transparency Concerns

Republika Srpska's Lobbying Efforts in Washington Raise Transparency Concerns

Republika Srpska's lobbying activities in the United States have intensified, with significant spending reported to influence U.S. policy. Documents filed under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) indicate that Republika Srpska has spent approximately $5.64 million on registered lobbying since 2022, with a projected increase of roughly $8.9 million from 2025 onwards. These efforts, which include retaining lobbying and law firms, are reportedly aimed at securing the removal of U.S. sanctions against Milorad Dodik and his associates, altering the U.S. approach to the Office of the High Representative (OHR), and bolstering international support for Republika Srpska's political objectives. A notable engagement involves retired U.S. general and former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn, who was retained as a consultant for Republika Srpska for a fee of $100,000 per month to provide strategic advice and establish contacts in Washington. The timing of intensified lobbying coinciding with the lifting o...

The Latest: China’s Xi to kick off visit to Washington with a rare planeside welcome from Trump

The Latest: China’s Xi to kick off visit to Washington with a rare planeside welcome from Trump

When Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington, he’s expected to get a rare greeting from President Donald Trump, who’ll be on the tarmac to welcome his counterpart’s plane instead of waiting for him to drive up to the White House