President Trump welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews in a departure from protocol that offers Beijing a powerful image of China as an equal to the US. The visit follows Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s announcement that Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-28 20:56

President Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he expects a trade agreement with Canada because Ottawa wants one. The United States is poised to ban imports across a wide range of Canadian goods, including alcoholic drinks and dairy products.

RReuters2026-09-28 20:51

With crucial U.S. midterm elections just over a month away, the White House is reusing old campaign-style ads to promote President Donald Trump’s message, even though he is not on the ballot. The approach is drawing criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.

GGlobal News2026-09-28 20:45

Five men arrested over a suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford have been released on bail while the investigation continues. AI-enhanced images claiming to “prove” the men are Muslim went viral, but SynthID confirmed they were created with OpenAI tools. UK police have disclosed only that all five are British nationals, not their names or religion.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-28 20:45

French trade unions are urging public-sector workers, including train drivers, teachers, health workers and police, to strike and protest plans to freeze the public-sector pay index. The action comes days before the government is due to present its draft 2027 budget.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-28 20:42

VOA Today’s Focus examines the day’s topics through on-the-ground reporting from Washington and interviews with key figures, offering a 15-minute overview of U.S. politics, global news and regional hot spots. It airs Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. Eastern Time and Tuesday through Saturday at 5 a.m. Beijing Time.

VVOA Chinese2026-09-28 20:41

The FBI has placed alleged Bishnoi gang lieutenant Goldy Brar on its Top 10 most-wanted list and offered a US$1 million reward for information leading to his arrest. Former B.C. solicitor general Kash Heed explains why capturing Brar, who is accused of ordering the killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, could matter to investigations of the gang’s activities in Canada.

CCBC News2026-09-28 20:36

President Donald Trump said he believes the United States will reach a trade agreement with Canada, arguing that Canada wants a deal but that it must be fair. He also announced a $15 billion agreement with Mesabi Metallics to build what he called the largest American steel plant ever, while criticizing Canada’s leadership.

GGlobal News2026-09-28 20:35

Ethiopia’s army says it has seized a key city in the northern Tigray region as fighting with local rebels escalates. The edition also reports that two mass shootings in South Africa killed at least 28 people, while Ugandan activist Praise Aloikin Opoloje faces court after reappearing following days of uncertainty over her whereabouts.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-28 20:33

The US bond-market selloff deepened Monday after President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, weakening hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough to end the war. Iranian officials have privately voiced pessimism about reaching a deal with Washington before the US midterm elections in November, according to people familiar with the matter.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-28 20:33

A roundup of the best moments from RAF13 in Miami, including Covington vs. Muhammad, Chimaev vs. Burns and other matches.

FFox News2026-09-28 20:32

MongoDB plunged 18% after Meta tapped its CEO to lead a new AI platform.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-28 20:32

RAF13 brought a stacked event to Miami, headlined by Colby Covington against Belal Muhammad. Khamzat Chimaev, Gilbert Burns, Kennedy Blades, Diana Avsaragova, Johnni DiJulius and Cayden Henschel also appeared on the card.

FFox News2026-09-28 20:32

With primary season over, the 2026 US midterms are approaching. Since World War II, the president’s party has lost House seats in nearly every midterm, while Delaware—one of the last states to vote—could offer an early indication of how this cycle may unfold.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-28 20:31

Tech leaders are warning that artificial intelligence could cause catastrophic harm without government oversight. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates called for legislation and said AI could potentially be powerful enough to cause “a billion deaths.”

CCNN2026-09-28 20:30

EU defence ministers meeting in Brussels are seeking ways to increase military support for Ukraine without undermining their own national security. The United States used tens of billions of dollars’ worth of munitions in its war with Iran, and rebuilding those stocks is straining supplies relied on by some allies.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-28 20:26

Nvidia raised its share buyback authorization by a record $150 billion, surpassing Apple’s $110 billion approval in 2024. The move comes as the chipmaker’s stock trades near its lowest valuation in more than a decade.

RReuters2026-09-28 20:24

AMD is buying World Labs, the AI startup founded by researcher and industry pioneer Fei-Fei Li, in an all-stock deal valuing the company at about $8.2 billion. AMD CEO Lisa Su and Li discuss the rationale for the purchase, their shared vision for AI across the stack and the industry’s need to share responsibility for safe technology development.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-28 20:17

A new CBC News poll finds support for Alberta separatism declining, alongside falling approval for Premier Danielle Smith and her party. Independent pollster Janet Brown discusses the findings, while Dozie Anyaegbunam of The Newcomers Podcast worries that divisions stirred by the survey’s 10 questions, including five on immigration, will persist beyond the Oct. 19 results.

CCBC News2026-09-28 20:14

Outnumbered co-host Kayleigh McEnany discusses comments by Edward Paltzik, attorney for holdout juror Michael Desronvil in the Lindsay Clancy case, along with details of a pivotal motion in Tuesday’s upcoming hearing on The Story.

FFox News2026-09-28 20:03

After announcing construction of a steel plant in Iowa, President Trump answered reporters’ questions about the ongoing conflict with Iran and offered Republicans advice ahead of the midterm elections. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports on the president’s message and announcements.

NNBC News2026-09-28 20:01

Climate scientists warn that this year’s El Niño could be the worst ever recorded. Past “super” El Niños suggest the cycle may bring flooding, drought, wildfires and hunger worldwide. Scientists are examining how to communicate those risks to governments and the public in a way that encourages calm preparation rather than panic.

BBBC News2026-09-28 20:00

New Medicaid work requirements are scheduled to begin in early 2027. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office says the changes could leave 8 million more people nationwide without health insurance, prompting concern among patients and caregivers about what lies ahead.

NNBC News2026-09-28 19:59

A French investigative website alleged on Monday that National Rally leader Jordan Bardella made antisemitic remarks in writing in 2013. Bardella, a close ally of Marine Le Pen, dismissed the claims as fake as Le Pen’s prospects for the 2027 election appear stronger than in her previous campaigns.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-28 19:56