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Honda posts operating loss, first since 1957
Honda posts operating loss, first since 1957

Honda announced Thursday its first operational loss since 1957 after a major overhaul of its electric vehicle strategy in the United States.

May 14, 2026

A quarter of World Cup games risk searing heat: scientists
A quarter of World Cup games risk searing heat: scientists

One in four 2026 World Cup games could take place in very hot conditions as climate change has increased the risk of extreme heat in North America since the US hosted the 1994 tournament, researchers warned Thursday.

May 14, 2026

Cavs top Pistons in overtime for 3-2 series lead
Cavs top Pistons in overtime for 3-2 series lead

The Cleveland Cavaliers held off the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday to move within one win of advancing in the NBA playoffs.

May 14, 2026

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Trump and Xi meet for high-stakes talks in Beijing
Trump and Xi meet for high-stakes talks in Beijing

Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed US President Donald Trump with a handshake on Thursday in Beijing for a superpower summit on thorny issues including Iran, trade and Taiwan.

May 14, 2026

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Warsh confirmed as Fed chair as central bank faces Trump assault
Warsh confirmed as Fed chair as central bank faces Trump assault

The US Senate on Wednesday confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chairman to lead a central bank whose independence is under attack and with inflation at a three-year high.

May 13, 2026