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September 21, 2026

Trump���s U.N. Speech Comes at a Time of Tumult

The president, who has been dogged by the war in Iran and eroding alliances, is also expected to sign a security deal on Greenland and meet with world leaders.
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Published on September 21, 2026 21:26

Earl Spencer Book Blasts Diana���s Treatment by UK Royal Family

The decades have not lessened Earl Spencer���s anger over the House of Windsor���s treatment of the former Princess of Wales. King Charles comes in for special vitriol.
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Published on September 21, 2026 21:01

Japan Meets With Trump, Hoping to Get His Help on China

Japan���s prime minister will meet President Trump to discuss China���s economic and security pressure while also seeking to de-escalate tensions with Beijing.
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Published on September 21, 2026 19:01

China���s Leader Xi Seeks to Extend Truce with Trump During U.S. Summit

Facing an American president constrained by war and politics, China���s leader may seek to lock in a tactical truce while he shores up a fragile economy at home.
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Published on September 21, 2026 19:00

China���s Continued Control of Rare Earths Looms Over Trump-Xi Meeting

Manufacturers are struggling with constrained supplies as U.S. and Chinese officials negotiate over export restrictions with consequences for global industry.
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Published on September 21, 2026 19:00

Trump Faces the Sting of a Media Boycott After Press Pool Withdrawal

A boycott of the White House press pool by the major networks deprives the president of the oxygen of screen time. But he is still finding ways to get on the air.
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Published on September 21, 2026 18:47

Trump and Mamdani Show Their Unlikely Rapport, This Time in New York

Mayor Zohran Mamdani invited the president to his official residence in Manhattan, where the two spoke about policing, immigration and affordable housing.
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Published on September 21, 2026 17:10

Spectre of Rogue A.I. Looms Over U.N. Talks on Digital Cooperation

Diplomats, dignitaries and tech experts gathered amid the United Nations General Assembly to debate how to address the threats and harness the potential of artificial intelligence.
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Published on September 21, 2026 14:08

Wall Street Is Growing Skeptical of the Data Center Boom

Several companies tied to the data center industry have delayed their initial public offerings amid the increasing public backlash to these energy guzzling facilities.
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Published on September 21, 2026 13:04

Are A.I. Models Being Misled to Act Too Human?

A corporate spat between two tech giants last week was just the latest volley in a conflict over whether dangerous mistakes are being made in A.I. training.
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Published on September 21, 2026 10:00

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