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Hong Kong — China remains committed to the upcoming meeting between leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump regardless of the situation in the Middle East, and is cautious that the months-long conflict with rival Iran could strengthen its negotiating position, according to Chinese sources familiar with the matter. The unusual face-to-face meeting was previously postponed due to the war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, but is now scheduled for May 14-15, according to the White House. Sources suggest that Beijing sees the high-stakes summit as a unique opportunity to secure a more stable, long-term relationship with…

A sign is posted in front of eBay’s headquarters in San Jose, California.Justin Sullivan | Getty ImagesUS video game retailer game stop On Sunday, it announced that it had made an unsolicited, non-binding takeover offer. eBay The acquisition is for $125 per share in a cash and stock transaction, valuing the e-commerce platform at approximately $55.5 billion.The offer, split equally between cash and GameStop common stock, represents a 20% premium to eBay’s Friday closing price of $104.07 and a 46% premium to its closing price on Feb. 4, when the gaming retail giant began acquiring stakes in the company, GameStop…

The Kremlin has dramatically increased personal security around President Vladimir Putin, installing surveillance systems in the homes of top aides as part of new measures prompted by a spate of assassinations and coup concerns of Russian military leaders, according to a European intelligence report obtained by CNN. Cooks, bodyguards and photographers who work with the president are also prohibited from traveling on public transportation, according to the document. It added that visitors to the Kremlin chief must undergo two tests, and those who work close to the president can only use phones without internet access. The report said some of…

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said the performance that gave Kimi Antonelli his first three wins in consecutive races was “amazing” and said the world championship leader’s Miami Grand Prix victory on Sunday was his best drive to date.Antonelli recovered from losing the lead from pole position to win over McLaren’s Lando Norris, becoming the third driver in the history of the sport and the first to achieve three wins in consecutive races. With the result, the 19-year-old Italian extended his lead at the top of the drivers’ standings, putting him 20 points clear of teammate George Russell, who was widely…

Shipping executives have expressed alarm over Project Freedom, a US operation that begins on Monday to move trapped neutral ships through the Strait of Hormuz. “Unblocking requires cooperation from both sides, not just one,” said Björn Højgaard, chief executive of ship management company Anglo Eastern. “Either party can signal a willingness to allow passage of a particular vessel, but unless the other side actually accepts it, the reality at sea does not materially change.” “Announcements are one thing, safe and predictable traffic is another.” “The chairman of Iran’s National Security Committee said that such a move would be ‘considered a…

Lando Norris believes McLaren missed out on a first Grand Prix win in 2026 by losing to Kimi Antonelli.Norris had a nearly two-second lead over Antonelli at Sunday’s only pit stop stage of the race, but Mercedes pitted its drivers first, allowing him to lap on fresher tires than Norris. When Norris pitted, he moved just ahead of Antonelli, but the Italian teenager had more momentum and took the net lead until turn four. If he maintains this position, he will complete a hat-trick of wins and extend his lead in the drivers’ championship to 20 points over George Russell.…

On April 28, 2026, U.S. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the M/V Bluestar III, a commercial vessel suspected of attempting to transit to Iran in violation of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. The U.S. military released the ship after conducting a search and confirming that the ship’s voyage did not include a port call in Iran.U.S. Marine Corps | CentcomHello, my name is Anique Bao from Singapore. Welcome to another edition of CNBC’s Daily Open.In some cases, an action may produce the opposite of the desired result. U.S. attempts to assert control over the Iranian conflict,…

Roberto de Zerbi said he was proud to see his Tottenham team beat Aston Villa, but warned them not to forget the situation they were in just a few weeks ago.After losing to Sunderland in his first game in charge on 12 April, and drawing 2-2 with former club Brighton six days later, the north London club were 18th in the Premier League with two points ahead of their game against Wolves on 25 April. However, by defeating Villa, who were bottom of the division and chasing the Champions League at the time, Spurs not only won back-to-back league games…

Atilla 2 oil tanker boat sails through the waters of Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, April 28, 2026. Asghar Besharati | Getty ImagesOil prices fell in choppy trade on Monday as market participants assessed US President Donald Trump’s announcement to “free” ships trapped by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid lingering tensions between Iran and Washington. International benchmark Brent crude oil futures fell 0.35% to $107.77 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures fell 0.57% to $101.31 a barrel. As the Strait of Hormuz continues to face a blockade, traffic through the vital energy…

Rudy Giuliani, former personal attorney to former President Donald Trump, speaks to reporters during the second day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 16, 2024. Alex Wong | Getty ImagesFormer New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is in “serious but stable condition” in a Florida hospital, a spokesperson said Sunday night.Giuliani’s spokesman, Ted Goodman, did not provide details about what led to the hospitalization of the 81-year-old Giuliani, who previously served as President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer.”Mayor Giuliani is a warrior who has faced all of life’s challenges with unwavering strength, and he…