Biden Aims to ‘Normalise’ US-China Communication in Xi Meeting
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| President Joe Biden’s goal for his meeting with China’s Xi Jinping is to restore stable communication between the two countries after a tumultuous year. The leaders are expected to announce an agreement to restore talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, which aims to improve safety in the air and sea. The US-China relationship has been strained, with issues including export controls, the shooting down of a Chinese spy balloon, and US support for Taiwan. Biden also plans to highlight the US’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and unveil new initiatives for clean economy investments. |
Fans React to Prince William’s Birthday Post for King Charles
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| Fans noticed the absence of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Prince William’s birthday post for King Charles III. The post featured three pictures, including one of a young William with Charles and another of the entire British Royal Family. Fans commented on the missing members and urged Harry to be more mature and wish his father a happy birthday. Earlier reports suggested that Harry had declined an invitation to the birthday ceremony, but his spokesperson denied receiving any invitation. |
King Charles celebrates 75th birthday, launches ‘Coronation Food Project’ to tackle poverty
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| King Charles celebrated his 75th birthday by launching a new food scheme called the ‘Coronation Food Project’ in an effort to combat food poverty and reduce food waste. The project aims to address the issue of food insecurity in Britain, with 14 million people currently facing this challenge. King Charles has been a long-time advocate for sustainable economy and environmental issues and hopes that this project will create a lasting legacy to help others and the planet. The king and Queen Camilla visited a food distribution center and were greeted with a rendition of “Happy Birthday.” Prince Harry is also expected to speak to his father by phone, despite their estrangement. |
Joe Biden’s Message to Hamas Hostages: ‘Hang in There. We’re Coming’
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| US President Joe Biden believes a deal to free the hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip will happen, but did not provide specifics. Nine Americans and a person with permanent US residency are among the estimated 240 people being held. Biden assured the families of the hostages, saying, “Hang in there. We’re coming.” Amidst the ongoing violence, Qatar has offered to mediate a deal between Israel and Hamas. Biden’s advisor on the Middle East, Brett McGurk, will be heading to the region to discuss the hostage issue. |
Anger over Mucinex Disappearing from Pharmacy Shelves after FDA Report
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| Shoppers are expressing anger on social media after claiming that Mucinex, an expectorant used for congestion, is disappearing from pharmacy shelves. This comes after the FDA announced that certain over-the-counter drugs, including those containing phenylephrine, were ineffective as nasal decongestants. While the FDA hasn’t officially asked for their removal, many believe there is a conspiracy. One user clarified that it’s not all cold medicine being removed, just those containing phenylephrine. They also noted that versions without phenylephrine, but with the effective pseudoephedrine, are still available. |
