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Published on May 12, 2026

Trump heads to China for superpower summit

Donald Trump was due in Beijing Wednesday on the first visit to China by a US president in nearly a decade, as he seeks to ramp up trade despite potential friction over Taiwan and Iran. Trump heads to China for superpower summit Leaving Washington on …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on May 12, 2026

What Does Trump Want From Beijing Meeting With Xi?

Donald Trump's trip to Beijing this week for talks with Xi Jinping marks an opportunity for the two presidents to manage their nations' tumultuous relationship, while also putting out feelers for co-operation, from trade to the Iran War. The state …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

Rubio, with new Chinese name, heads to Beijing despite sanctions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio was due Wednesday in Beijing with President Donald Trump despite being under sanctions from China, whose new approach to him has included changing how his name is written. As a US senator, Rubio fiercely championed human …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on May 12, 2026

Female California mayor admits to being secret spy for China

The mayor of a wealthy Southern California city has resigned after admitting she secretly acted as an agent for the Chinese government, according to a federal plea agreement unsealed on Monday. Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang, 58, agreed to plead guilty …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

Taiwan as China’s core interest: Why Beijing treats the issue as non-negotiable and what Africa’s zero-tariff access ...

This explains why Chinese officials consistently describe the Taiwan question as the “core of China’s core interests.” The Taiwan question has become the most sensitive and strategically consequential issue in contemporary China–United States relations. …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on May 12, 2026

Trump to head to China for high-stakes summit with Xi

Published: 12 May. 2026, 21:58 Updated: 12 May. 2026, 22:00 Chinese President Xi Jinping, right, waves, while next to U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of their summit at Gimhae International Airport in Busan on Oct. 30, 2025. [AP/YONHAP] U.S. …

Source: Korea JoungAng Daily - Center-right
Published on May 12, 2026

Michael Roberts – Trump meets Xi: US v China

The fundamental problem which advocates of the political West have with China is that its state-led economic model is outperforming American capitalism. Michael Roberts is an Economist in the City of London and a prolific blogger Cross-posted from Michael …

Source: Brave New Europe - Left-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

Arcadia Mayor Resigns and Pleads Guilty of Acting as Illegal Agent of the People's Republic of China

The mayor of Arcadia, California,Eileen Wang has been charged iand agredd to plead guilty n federal court with acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China (PRC), the Justice Department announced today. She has resigned as Mayor of …

Source: Culver City Observer - California - Neutral
Published on 03:45 GMT

California mayor resigns after pleading guilty to acting as Chinese agent

The Mayor of the Californian City of Arcadia, Eileen Wang, has resigned and agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent of China, a Reuters report said, citing the US Department of Justice. The 58-year-old politician is expected to plead guilty in …

Source: India Today - Neutral
Published on 04:07 GMT

Trump due in China for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping, as Iran war looms over talks

Donald Trump is due to arrive in Beijing on Wednesday evening, the first visit to China by a US president in nearly a decade, as he seeks to mend power and prestige weakened by the war in Iran. Trump will bring tech leaders, including Elon Musk of Tesla …

Source: Yahoo News - United Kingdom - Center-left
Published on 02:41 GMT

Linguistic workaround allows Rubio, sanctioned by Beijing, to travel to China for the first time

US secretary of state Marco Rubio is heading to Beijing with president Donald Trump despite being under Chinese sanctions – a breakthrough that might have been made possible after China changed his name’s transliteration. As a US senator, Rubio, who is …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 12, 2026

Legacy Media Is Covering Up the California Mayor Chinese Spy for Obvious Reasons

When a sitting American mayor admits to serving as an illegal agent for the Chinese Communist Party, complete with propaganda mills and secret directives from Beijing handlers, one might expect wall-to-wall coverage from the nation’s self-appointed …

Source: America First Report - Pending
Published on 01:06 GMT

US mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent

LOS ANGELES: The mayor of Arcadia, California, a heavily Chinese-American suburb of Los Angeles, has agreed to plead guilty to a federal charge of acting as a foreign agent of China, spreading propaganda on behalf of Beijing, US officials said on Monday. …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on 01:42 GMT

Rubio, with new Chinese name, heads to Beijing despite sanctions

WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was heading Tuesday (May 12) to Beijing with President Donald Trump despite being under Chinese sanctions - a breakthrough apparently made possible after China changed his name's transliteration. As a US …

Source: Channel News Asia - Pro-Government
Published on May 12, 2026

California Mayor Resigns After DOJ Says She Was Foreign Agent for China - Plea Deal Announced

It turns out that China’s infiltration of California politics went way beyond Fang Fang’s alleged seduction of Eric Swalwell. According to The New York Times, Arcadia, California, Mayor Eileen Wang, a Democrat, resigned Monday after she was charged with …

Source: The Western Journal - Right-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

10 Photos of Eileen Wang: Shock as California Mayor Admits To Being an Agent for China

A sitting American mayor has admitted to secretly working on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party, shattering the assumption that foreign espionage is confined to distant capitals and federal power centres. The case has instead unfolded in a suburban city …

Source: International Business Times - United Kingdom - Neutral
Published on 04:00 GMT

Feds Charge California Democrat For Acting As Chinese Agent

A Southern California mayor resigned from office on Monday after being charged with acting as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the Justice Department announced. Eileen Wang, 58, of Arcadia, agreed to plead guilty to a single felony …

Source: Daily Wire - Right-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

Trump Compares Jailed Democracy Activist to His Own Political Nemesis

Donald Trump made a bizarre reference to former FBI director James Comey when the topic of Jimmy Lai was raised ahead of the president’s trip to China. While taking questions from reporters in the Oval Office on Monday, the 79-year-old gave a rambling …

Source: The Daily Beast - Left-wing
Published on May 12, 2026

Trump plans to raise Jimmy Lai imprisonment during China visit

U.S. President Donald Trump said May 11 he plans to discuss the imprisonment of Jimmy Lai during his upcoming visit to China; however, he suggested the prominent Catholic and pro-democracy campaigner "caused a lot of bedlam." Lai, Hong Kong’s …

Source: The Catholic Register - Right-wing

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

Todd Otis’s Historical Novel Receives Honor for Literary Excellence

Todd Otis receives prestigious Certificate of Award for Excellence in American History by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the years, America’s future has drifted …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 23:54 GMT

Secretary Read, Senator Merkley, OACC President Dag Robinson Answer Questions About Voting & Elections

Yesterday, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read, U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, and President of the Oregon Association of County Clerks (OACC) Dag Robinson answered questions from Oregonians about elections and voting. The event was moderated by ACLU of …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 23:03 GMT

A MIAMI NONPROFIT CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF ‘COMMUNITY LAWYERING’

The Community Justice Project (CJP) is marking 10 years in Miami, practicing what it calls “community lawyering.” “ It is a philosophy that says if lawyers would actually position themselves and put our resources and our talents behind directly impacted …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 08:27 GMT

Esomar convenes policymakers and research leaders at European Parliament for summit on trusted citizen insights

One-day event will explore how evidence-based research, validated insights and responsible use of data can strengthen public trust across Europe BRUSSELS, OR, BELGIUM, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Esomar, the global authority for the data …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 00:45 GMT

Multinational Delegation Visits Taiwan as Trump Prepares for Xi Summit

While Trump meets Xi in Beijing, a delegation of Americans and Europeans is in Taiwan examining threat patterns increasingly visible in western communities TAIPEI, TAIWAN, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Trump prepares to meet …

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Published on May 6, 2026 - 05:18 GMT

New Book 'HOPE: On The Mountain Of Fear' Argues Inclusion as Access to Power and Foundational to Democracy

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Journalistic thought leader and voice of liberation Bankole Thompson is set to release his latest book, "HOPE: On The Mountain Of Fear," later this month which argues for …

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Published on May 5, 2026 - 10:10 GMT

EU Leaders Convene in Yerevan for Key Talks on Security, Democracy, Energy

(MENAFN) European leaders are meeting on Monday in Armenia’s capital, Yerevan, for the eighth European Political Community summit, where discussions are expected to focus on strengthening cooperation in areas such as democracy, energy security, and …

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Published on May 4, 2026 - 04:57 GMT

AI's Dark Side: Pop Star ViennaCC's New Book Exposes How AI Is Quietly Eroding Democracy

ViennaCC’s book argues that AI is eroding democracy by fracturing shared reality, manipulating public opinion and empowering unaccountable tech systems. AUSTRALIA, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ViennaCC’s new book, The Algorithmic Erosion – …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Music Industry ...

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 23:28 GMT

City of Carson Honored with Prestigious 2026 Leading Public Fleet Award at National ACT Expo

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CARSON, CA — The City of Carson is proud to announce that it has been officially recognized with the prestigious “Leading Public Fleet” award at the 2026 Advanced Clean Transportation …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 22:26 GMT

Dunham House — Nebraska's First Combat Veterans Assisted Living Facility Opens in Fall 2026

Dunham House opens Fall 2026 in Omaha, NE — Nebraska's first assisted living facility built exclusively for combat-wounded veterans. Now accepting applications. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dunham House, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on May 12, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

Newsmatics Launches 'Journalists Wanted' Initiative to Amplify Credible Journalism and Expand Audience Reach

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the local news landscape continues to shift, a new initiative is aiming to ensure that important journalism reaches broader audiences. Newsmatics, the media intelligence …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce to Host Indio State of the Business Community, Expo, and Business Awards

With updates from regional leaders, economic and workforce discussions, a business expo, and recognition of outstanding local businesses and community members. INDIO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Greater Coachella …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 16:26 GMT

Anna Wilding: Visionary Filmmaker and Humanitarian Chosen as One of L.A.’s Most Fascinating People for 2026

“We're honored to include Anna Wilding into our BoLAA family.” ~ Aurora DeRose LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anna Wilding, an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, humanitarian, entrepreneur, and …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 15:18 GMT

Oklahoma-Based International UFO Bureau Reemerges as National Reporting Authority Amid Rising Public Interest

Establishing a next-generation AI-powered national reporting and analyzing system for UFOs/UAP. OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As national attention around UFOs and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP …

Distribution channels: Politics, Science ...
Published on May 12, 2026 - 14:52 GMT

Alan Roderick-Jones Explores Science, Consciousness, and Humanity in The Irenic Principle

CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Books to Life Marketing proudly presents The Irenic Principle, a compelling and thought-provoking novel by Alan Roderick-Jones. Blending science, philosophy, and high-stakes global tension …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 13:54 GMT

Yasi One, announced in Abu Dhabi the new AI that thinks before it responds

Abu Dhabi-based AI platform launches with a proprietary dual-engine architecture designed for precision, trust, and cultural relevance across the Arab world. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new generation of …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: The South Caucasus is becoming a space where no one has the right to dictate the rules

KYIV, UKRAINE, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The first EU–Armenia summit in Yerevan is not just another bilateral diplomatic event. It signals a change in the political geography of a region that Russia has long treated as a zone of its …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Kentucky Startup Launches Accessible AI-Powered Legislative Intelligence Platform

Small Startup Aims to Give Access to Groups of all Sizes, Democratize Public Affairs Technology PADUCAH, KY, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ujoin today announced the launch of its groundbreaking legislative intelligence …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Richard Spooner Joins North Coast Communications as Senior Advisor, Caspian Region

Astana-based advisor strengthens North Coast Communications’ Central Asia, Kazakhstan, and Caspian advisory capabilities. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- North Coast Communications (NCC), a Washington-based …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Mike ter Maat to Announce at FreedomFest in Vegas July 9

Republican Teases “Unprecedented” National Campaign LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mike ter Maat, a member of the Republican Liberty Caucus and the 2024 Libertarian Party nominee for vice president, has …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 11:24 GMT

ياسي وان تصل إلى السوق: الذكاء الاصطناعي الذي يفكّر قبل أن يجيب

منصة ذكاء اصطناعي من أبو ظبي تنطلق بمعمارية مزدوجة المحركات مصممة للدقة والثقة والملاءمة الثقافية في العالم العربي. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- تنطلق اليوم مرحلة جديدة من الذكاء الاصطناعي مع الإطلاق الرسمي …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 11:21 GMT

Gauntlet AI Awarded a Position on Treasury's $118M Technical Workforce Development BPA

Austin-based AI engineering training company brings pay-for-performance talent model to the federal government AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gauntlet AI (BloomTech Inc.) today announced it has been awarded a …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Crisis Text Line’s New Boys and Men Mental Health Report Finds Nearly 1 in 3 Boys Under 14 Discussed Suicidal Thoughts

Nonprofit to share new insights today at a bipartisan congressional briefing alongside Senators Alex Padilla and Thom Tillis WASHINGTON DC, CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crisis Text Line, a global nonprofit that provides …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Rey Post is Commentator in Vice TV Soccer Docuseries

Post offers commentary on 1994 FIFA World Cup SANTA FE, CO, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rey Post serves as a commentator in “Soccer’s American Dream,” a six-part docuseries which airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m. (ET), from May …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 10:30 GMT

New Report Finds Worsening Financial Transparency Across State Governments

Truth in Accounting evaluates audited financial reports CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Truth in Accounting (TIA) has released its latest Financial Transparency Score report, evaluating how effectively each state …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 08:27 GMT

Esomar convenes policymakers and research leaders at European Parliament for summit on trusted citizen insights

One-day event will explore how evidence-based research, validated insights and responsible use of data can strengthen public trust across Europe BRUSSELS, OR, BELGIUM, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Esomar, the global authority for the data …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Neurotechnology Introduces MegaMatcher Voter Management System

MegaMatcher Voter Management System provides election commissions with voter data management tools for a secure electoral process and voter list generation. VILNIUS, LITHUANIA, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Neurotechnology, a provider of …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Save Ohio Parks research says AI data center buildout can work - if it runs on renewable energy

Statewide nonprofit has studied oil and gas fracking's health, environmental and public lands impacts since 2023 COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ohio has a unique opportunity to leverage the data center buildout to …

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