Mitsotakis: the PM who steered Greece from brink to growth
Greek ex-prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who hopes to clinch an absolute majority in next week's general election, is credited with returning his debt-ridden country to...
2023-06-18 15:46
Violent crime within Israel's Palestinian minority reaches new heights under Netanyahu's government
A relentless wave of violent crime among Israel’s Palestinian minority is turning cities and towns into bloody battlefields and exasperating the community
2023-06-18 15:29
Logan Paul and Jake Paul: Feud between WWE superstar and boxer explained
Here's a look at some of the controversies and feuds that have put a wedge between the Paul brothers over the years
2023-06-18 15:28
Who is Ari Emanuel? Meet the super agent reinventing Meghan Markle after Spotify CEO's 'f*****g grifter' comment
Meghan Markle might be on the verge of securing a significant partnership with Dior
2023-06-18 15:27
Does Joe Rogan have faith in Hindu Gods? Ganesha idol spotted in podcaster's studio
Joe Rogan installed Lord Ganesha's idol in his studio, leaving his listeners wondering if he believes in Hindu Gods
2023-06-18 15:23
Who is Kirsten Kutner? Greg Norman's wife allegedly served alcohol to an underage girl before she was sexually assaulted by two teens
Kirsten Kutner reportedly let her daughter host a pool party at their Florida mansion where partygoers, including the minors, were served alcohol
2023-06-18 15:16
Blinken arrives in Beijing for first China visit by US’s top diplomat in five years
US secretary of state Antony Blinken has arrived in Beijing in the highest level visit between the two countries in years, amid heightened tensions that have kept the world on edge. Mr Blinken is the highest-level US official to visit China in since Joe Biden took office and first US secretary of state to do so in five years, as he is tasked to open communication with Beijing on an array of highly crucial issues like trade with Taiwan, Chinese surveillance and the Ukraine war. The US secretary of state arrived in Beijing on Sunday morning for the two-day, visit where he is set to meet senior Chinese officials. He will be meeting Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang, top diplomat Wang Yi, and possibly president Xi Jinping on Monday, according to US officials. Mr Biden and Mr Xi agreed to Mr Blinken‘s trip early at a meeting last year in Bali. The discussions are expected to cover a wide range of contentious issues that have strained bilateral ties and have significant implications for global security and stability. Among the topics on the agenda are trade relations with Taiwan, human rights concerns in China, the situation in Hong Kong, Chinese military assertiveness in the South China Sea, and Russia’s actions in Ukraine. US officials have said on Friday before Mr Blinken’s visit that would raise each one of these concerns. However, chances of a breakthrough remain slim as both sides have not shown any flexibility on changing their stands. But there have been hints about reducing tensions from both sides. In a meeting with Microsoft Corporation co-founder Bill Gates on Friday, Mr Xi said the US and China can cooperate to “benefit our two countries”. “I believe that the foundation of Sino-US relations lies in the people,” Mr Xi said to Mr Gates. “Under the current world situation, we can carry out various activities that benefit our two countries, the people of our countries, and the entire human race.” China also hosted Elon Musk recently in what was seen as a bid by China to improve business relations with the US. Mr Biden told White House reporters on Saturday he was “hoping that over the next several months, I’ll be meeting with Xi again and talking about legitimate differences we have, but also how ... to get along”. The two leaders are likely to attend the next G20 summit, in September in New Delhi, and Mr Xi has been also invited to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) grouping in San Francisco this year. Ahead of the visit, Mr Blinken emphasised the importance of the US and China establishing and maintaining better lines of communication. The US wants to make sure “that the competition we have with China doesn’t veer into conflict” due to avoidable misunderstandings, he told reporters. Mr Biden and Mr Xi had made commitments to improve communications “precisely so that we can make sure we are communicating as clearly as possible to avoid possible misunderstandings and miscommunications,” Mr Blinken said on Friday. The much-anticipated trip comes after a series of hiccups and delays. The trip was initially planned for February but faced delays due to escalated tensions between the US and China over the surveillance balloons. Additional reporting by agencies Read More Biden calls spy balloon ‘embarrassing’ for China ahead of Blinken talks in Beijing China calls hacking report 'far-fetched' and accuses the US of targeting the cybersecurity industry Biden criticised for suggesting bridge ‘across the Indian Ocean’ China condemns EU Parliament's resolution on Hong Kong's shrinking freedoms Taiwanese foreign minister asks for support from European countries to maintain peace, stability China's foreign minister airs concerns in phone call with Blinken ahead of planned visit
2023-06-18 15:00
Melinda French Gates Says World Debt Woes Need Bold Action Now
Melinda French Gates is urging world leaders gathering in Paris this week to take bolder action to reform
2023-06-18 14:50
Is Logan Paul returning alone to WWE? Fans may expect a big surprise
Logan Paul hasn't been in the WWE since his defeat at WrestleMania 39
2023-06-18 13:59
Does Joe Rogan have vitiligo? UFC commentator opens up about autoimmune disorder
Joe Rogan openly discusses having vitiligo and the benefits of a carnivorous diet
2023-06-18 13:57
xQc makes Kick debut, pledges to lead Adin Ross ‘towards the light’ with Trainwreck
xQc and Trainwreck discussed Adin Ross and his toxic behavior on a livestream and said they want to help him as friends
2023-06-18 13:51
Joe Rogan once accused CNN of tampering with his video: 'Stop this editorial perspective'
Joe Rogan criticized CNN and its broadcasting style after the news channel allegedly accused him of spreading rumors about Covid-19
2023-06-18 13:49
