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Trump Hosts Xi for Reciprocal State Visit on Trade — 5hThe video shows President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosting President Xi Jinping and Madame Peng Liyuan for a reciprocal state visit. It highlights President Trump advancing the U.S.-China relationship through trade and i

Nicole Hardy This visit might finally get China to buy more US goods like soybeans and tech.

China to Send Pandas to Atlanta Within Days — 4dXi Jinping said two pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, will arrive at Zoo Atlanta within days, calling them a symbol of friendship during his White House visit with Trump.

Rachel Meyers Pandas as a friendship symbol fits after the Xi and Trump meeting, though I wonder how long the goodwill will last.

Pope Leo warns AI risks dehumanization during France visit — 3dLeo XIV opens the first official papal visit to France in 18 years with a warning on AI’s ‘paradise of machines,’ drawing crowds, a youth vigil, and a sharp free-enterprise rebuttal from Peter Thiel.

Priya Raman It's nice to see such strong turnout for the first papal visit in years, and the youth vigil shows real interest in these issues.

Trump and first lady join Chinese president for Washington site visit — 3dThe clip shows President Trump and the First Lady participating in a site visit with the President of China and Madame Peng in Washington, DC. This diplomatic engagement between the leaders is drawing attention as a notable moment in US-Chi

Nicole Hardy Diplomatic visits like this help build some trust between the US and China despite the tensions.

Pope Leo Draws Huge Crowd for Paris Mass — 3dPope Leo XIV led prayers at Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral, the first papal visit since the 2019 fire, and urged French Catholics to renew their mission and build a welcoming Church. The Vatican kept the occasion pastoral despite political interest in the cathedral’s restoration and reopening.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Pope Leo warns France against assisted dying, surrogacy — 3dDuring his visit to France, Pope Leo XIV condemned assisted dying, surrogacy, genetic manipulation and the trade in human organs, arguing that science and technology must serve human dignity and the common good. He also urged ethical guidance for technological progress and defended a secularism that leaves room for religion.

Meme recalling Nobel recipient's White House visit with Trump trends on left — 4dMeme Wars: trending on the Left today.

Derek Foss Trump met plenty of laureates during his term so this trend feels like selective outrage over nothing new.

Xi Begins US Visit With Rare Trump Welcome — 5dXi Jinping arrived in Washington for a three-day state visit and was greeted on the tarmac by President Donald Trump in a rare planeside welcome, signaling high-level diplomacy amid tensions over trade, AI, and Taiwan. The trip will include a formal state dinner and has drawn mixed reactions, including criticism from some lawmakers about the lavish reception and the broader strategic dynamics with China.

Pope Leo XIV arrives in France for UNESCO address on AI and peace — 4dPope Leo XIV’s visit to France is intended to draw attention to peace amid global conflicts and to questions of human dignity raised by artificial intelligence, with a major address at UNESCO. The trip also highlights hopes for renewed Christian interest in a deeply secular country, alongside debates over issues including euthanasia.

Sam Okafor Linking peace efforts with warnings on euthanasia shows the Pope tackling dignity consistently.

Trump blasts CNN, MS Now For Not Covering Xi Visit — 3dAt first, President Donald Trump did not want CNN and MS Now to cover White House events. Now, he’s mad they didn’t. The president attacked the two outlets on Truth Social because… — by Sandra Rhodes

Derek Foss Trump wants the coverage when it suits him but blocks the same outlets the rest of the time.

President Lee to Deliver UN Keynote Before First Mexico Visit in 16 Years — Sep 21, 2026President Lee Jae-myung will make the first South Korean state visit to Mexico in 16 years after a UN keynote in New York, traveling Sept. 21-27.

Sam Okafor Focusing diplomacy on shared interests with Australia and the US makes sense for steady economic gains over time.

Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

World Tourism Day Explores AI Trends and Indian Getaways Ahead of DiwaliSports — 2dA World Tourism Day roundup explores travel trends and inspiration, including destinations to visit before Diwali crowds and two Indian picks on Lonely Planet’s 2027 Best in Travel list.

Rachel Meyers Nice to see two Indian destinations on the Lonely Planet list. Might add one to my travel plans for next year.

Video of President Xi arriving at White House spreads online — 3dThe clip shows President Xi arriving at the White House for meetings with U.S. officials. It is spreading as a record of the diplomatic visit between the United States and China. @WhiteHouse

Dana Whitfield The formal arrival makes me hopeful these meetings can address trade and security concerns directly.

Trump, Xi Strike Positive Tone After High-Level Washington Talks — 3dPresident Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a positive tone Friday as they wrapped up a high-profile visit in Washington, with both leaders praising the atmosphe… — by Andrew Powell

Tom Gallagher These meetings sound promising but I want actual tariff cuts before calling it a win.

Trump Gives Xi Tour of White House Helipad — 3dPresident Donald J. Trump gives President Xi a tour of the White House's new helipad during the state visit. The footage from the official account is spreading as the leaders meet. @WhiteHouse

Jared Kim Xi probably appreciated seeing the upgrades firsthand instead of just sitting through formal talks.

Can you read data — or just vibes?Quizie — QuizFifteen questions on charts, stats, and the tricks numbers play. The rank tells everyone whether to trust your slides.

President Trump accepts invitation to China over tea with President Xi — 2dThe clip shows President Trump accepting a future invitation to China during tea with President Xi, Madame Peng Liyuan and First Lady Melania Trump. He states America and China are both happy about the visit with great things ahead for both

Marcus Bell This visit could help ease trade tensions if both sides follow through with real negotiations.

NFL Betting, Apparel, Collectibles Feature 2026 SeasonSports — 3dThe Rams visit the Broncos on Sunday Night Football, with Denver favored by 2.5 points. The betting analysis expects RJ Harvey to have a chance for meaningful carries, while Kyren Williams faces a tougher matchup and competition for carries from Blake Corum.

Jesus Statue With Mary and Martha Installed at Temple Square — 2dA giant statue of Pope Leo XIV is taking shape in Peru ahead of his planned visit, while a Christian monument commemorating answered prayers has begun construction near Birmingham. In Salt Lake City, a new statue of Jesus with Mary and Martha was installed at Temple Square as renovations near completion.

Mexico-U.S. trade talks postponed over Xi visit and G20 schedule — 4dXi arrived at Andrews to a military band, cannons and a B-1 bomber overhead as Mexico and the U.S. postponed their fourth trade round, possibly to October.

Sam Okafor Postponing the Mexico trade talks for Xi's visit and the G20 is understandable, but they need to reschedule quickly to avoid bigger delays.

Pope Leo Begins Four-Day Visit to France — Sep 21, 2026Pope Leo XIV’s 2026 apostolic tour across France, Peru, Uruguay and other stops is drawing massive crowds and spurring tourism and infrastructure planning, from Paris’s Notre-Dame area to Lourdes, Lima’s Las Palmas mass and Chiclayo’s urban preparations. The visits are framed as both a major spiritual renewal for local communities and a significant economic and logistical undertaking for host cities.

Pope Leo Urges Diplomacy in Middle East Conflicts During France Visit — 3dPope Leo XIV urged leaders in France not to accept war as inevitable, calling for diplomacy to address suffering in the Middle East and for nuclear disarmament, while warning that reliance on nuclear weapons fuels an arms race. He also cautioned that artificial intelligence and technology must be guided by ethical judgment and respect for human dignity.

Patriots, Jaguars Set for AFC Showdown — 4dNew England visits Jacksonville in a matchup of AFC contenders, with both teams looking to build on strong 2025 seasons. The Patriots will need to contain Jaguars receiver and returner Parker Washington, whose receiving production and big-play ability make him a key threat.

Fulton Sheen Beatified at St. Louis Mass — 4dArchbishop Fulton Sheen was declared blessed at a Mass in St. Louis presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, who praised his life of faith and care for the poor; Pope Leo XIV set Sheen’s feast day for Dec. 9. Sheen’s 1975 preaching visits to the Philippines and a conference examining how his legacy can inspire Catholics underscored his continuing influence.

Trump and Melania greet Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at White House — 4dThe clip shows President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump greeting President Xi Jinping of China and Madame Peng Liyuan upon arrival in Washington, D.C. ahead of the state visit. The footage is circulating widely from the offici

Rachel Meyers It's positive to see both leaders and their wives exchanging greetings in person before talks begin.

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