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📅May 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Trump heads to China for trade/AI summit amid Iran war costs fueling inflation; hantavirus monitored post-cruise outbreak; UK PM Starmer faces resignation pressure.
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Trump Arrives in China for Summit with Xi on Trade, Tariffs, and Iran War

President Trump meets President Xi Jinping in Beijing, originally for trade and AI discussions, now including Iran war impacts. He brings business leaders like Tim Cook; US seeks more Chinese buys of American goods, China wants chips. War costs hit $29B, driving inflation and higher gas/grocery prices. Source 1Source 2Source 4Source 5

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US-Iran War Costs Reach $29 Billion, Fueling Soaring Inflation

Pentagon estimates $29B spent on Iran war, tolling US economy with inflation at 3-year high and rising prices. Americans face increased gas and grocery costs amid the conflict. Trump discusses with Xi. Source 1

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Hantavirus Cases Monitored in 10 US States After Cruise Ship Outbreak

Health officials monitor 18 people in 10 states for hantavirus exposure, including one from Minnesota linked to MV Hondius cruise ship. Former passengers in quarantine; one unrelated overseas exposure. WHO warns of potential more cases. Source 1Source 2Source 3

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WHO: No Sign of Larger Hantavirus Outbreak, But More Cases Possible

WHO reports 9 confirmed infections from MV Hondius cruise, expects more due to onboard interactions; symptoms can appear after a month. Spain, France, Netherlands report cases; public health risk low. 4 Canadians isolating symptom-free. Source 2Source 3

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UK PM Keir Starmer Vows to Stay Amid Resignation Pressure After Local Election Losses

Starmer faces calls to resign after Labour's poor local elections; four junior ministers quit. He pledges to continue, with some MPs backing him amid speculation on successors. Source 2Source 3

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FBI Director Kash Patel Denies Excessive Drinking Allegations on Capitol Hill

Patel grilled by Democrats over reports of drinking and absences, flatly denies claims during testimony. Clashes highlight ongoing scrutiny. Source 1

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Elon Musk and Sam Altman Face Off in High-Profile Tech Trial

Tech titans Musk and Altman in court amid intensifying rivalry. Part of broader AI and business tensions. Source 1

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Musk, Cook Join Trump Delegation to China for Trade and AI Talks

Over a dozen US business leaders, including Elon Musk and Tim Cook, accompany Trump to push trade deals and AI discussions. China seeks US chips for robotics. Source 1Source 5

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11 Rescued After Small Plane Crash Off Florida Coast

US Coast Guard saves all 11 from twin-engine plane crash 50 miles off Central Florida. Cause under investigation; everyone survived. Source 1

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NBA Mourns Deaths of Jason Collins and Brandon Clarke

League grieves passing of former players Jason Collins and Brandon Clarke. Tributes pour in from basketball community. Source 1

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Hollywood Celebrities Warn on AI Risks

Stars like Demi Moore, Ben Affleck, Sandra Bullock speak out against AI dangers in entertainment. Concerns over jobs and ethics. Source 1

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Canadians Urged to Complete 2026 Census Amid Refusal Concerns

Statistics Canada pushes census participation every five years; penalties for non-compliance. Small group refusing despite importance for population data. Source 2Source 3