Days After Hosting Trump, Xi Serves Up Tea and Smiles to Putin

During a state visit, the Chinese and Russian leaders cast themselves as a stabilizing force in a world thrown into tumult by Washington.
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"Strong Tech, Biotech Sectors Lead to Inverse ETFs Drop"

Discover the underlying market strength revealed by significant losses in inverse ETFs. Primarily indicating robust performance in tech and biotech …

"KANZHUN LIMITED: Strong Financial Health & User Growth on NASDAQ: BZ"

KANZHUN LIMITED, the force behind China's BOSS Zhipin, surpasses earnings estimates, highlighting a positive growth trajectory in the digital …

"Hub Group (NASDAQ:HUBG): Accounting Problems Cause Earnings Delay"

Hub Group, a heavyweight in supply chain solutions, is facing investor doubt following delays in Q1 2026 earnings report caused by critical …

The Hard-Line Military Fraternity Running Iran

Published on: May 21, 2026, 4:01 am

Decision making in Iran is guided by a small group of men associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps.

In Berlin, Cars Are a Culture War Flashpoint

Published on: May 21, 2026, 9:22 am

With municipal elections approaching, conservatives and progressives are sparring over congestion in the city center and how to fix it.

Fire Destroys Sacred Buddhist Hall in Japan that Housed ‘Eternal Flame’

Published on: May 21, 2026, 11:20 am

The flame, which spiritual leaders say has been continuously lit for more than 1,200 years, was salvaged after the blaze and moved to a different site.

Mira Nair Finds a New Audience as Mother of Zohran Mamdani

Published on: May 21, 2026, 4:00 am

“I feel like we have given him to the world,” the filmmaker said in a conversation with The New York Times. Her next movie is about one of India’s greatest artists.

Timmy the Whale Got Stranded Off the German Coast. Then Things Got Weird.

Published on: May 20, 2026, 2:33 pm

A humpback that became stuck in the Baltic seemed to unite a nation in hope. Rescue efforts followed, and then finger-pointing.

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Mark Cuban: This Skill ‘Opened the Door’ to Wealth
Before the billion-dollar exits and NBA ownership, Cuban's early wins came from small, scrappy efforts. This skill helped set him apart.
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The 5 Biggest Financial Fears Haunting Retirees Right Now
From inflation to medical costs, these financial worries are keeping retirees up at night. We know how to combat them.
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Why Some Retirees Are Rethinking the Second Car
Selling your car can free up your budget for travel and hobbies.
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Fidelity Data Breach: Here’s How Victims Can Claim up to $5,000
Fidelity customers exposed in a 2024 data breach could qualify for cash and credit monitoring.
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Social Security at 62 vs. 70: The Lifestyle Question Many People Miss
Waiting to claim benefits doesn't make sense for everyone.
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The IRS May Owe You a ‘COVID Refund’… But You Have to Ask for It
A court ruling could unlock IRS refunds for COVID-era tax penalties and interest payments.
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Weekly Scam Alert: Fake FBI Agents Scammed This Retired Couple Out of Their Life Savings
Government impersonation scams are more common — and sophisticated — in the age of AI.
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‘An Endless Spiral’: Why People in Debt Often Can’t Stop Spending Money
Unmanageable debt is affecting everything from spending decisions to eating habits, a new survey finds.
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