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- 1Insurers profit from growing US gun violence coverage▼The booming business of insuring against US gun violence
The Financial Times reports on the expanding market for insurance products tied to gun violence in the United States, covering liability policies for gun owners, dealers and venues, and coverage related to active-shooter incidents. The report examines how insurers are building a business line around America's gun violence problem and the questions it raises about pricing risk in a country with frequent mass shootings.
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A quote from Chinese President Xi Jinping is circulating widely on X: he said the 'great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation' and Trump's 'Make America Great Again' slogan 'can be mutually inclusive.' Posts describe it as a big moment at the White House, apparently during a high-profile meeting between Xi and Donald Trump. Users are reacting to the striking framing of US-China relations, with many weighing what this apparent warmth between the two leaders could mean for trade and geopolitics.
- 3Corporate America turns to cheaper open AI models▼Corporate America embraces cheaper ‘open’ AI models
The Financial Times reports that US companies are increasingly adopting cheaper 'open' AI models rather than relying solely on costly proprietary systems from major vendors. Businesses are drawn to open models for their lower cost and greater flexibility, a shift that could reshape how enterprises buy artificial intelligence and put pressure on providers of expensive closed systems.
- 4USA Men's Cricket Team Starts LA28 Journey at USOPC Camp▼USA National Men's Cricket Team Begins Historic LA28 Journey with USOPC Performance Camp in Colorado Springs
The USA national men's cricket team has launched its road to the LA28 Olympic Games with a performance camp run alongside the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee in Colorado Springs. It marks a historic step for cricket in the United States as the sport returns to the Olympics for the first time since 1900, with America as host nation.
- 5New tracker examines transition mineral mining in South America▼Transition Minerals Tracker 2026: South America
The Business and Human Rights Resource Centre has published the Transition Minerals Tracker 2026 for South America, compiling data on companies extracting minerals used in the energy transition, such as lithium and copper. The tracker monitors human rights allegations against mining firms across the region, a key supplier of raw materials for batteries and renewable technology.
- 6U.S. reportedly prepares for possible military action in Cuba●U.S. prepares for possible military action in Cuba, according to CBS
CBS reports that the United States is preparing for possible military action against Cuba, according to the Spanish outlet El Mundo America. No further details about the timing, scale, or rationale of any operation have been confirmed, and U.S. officials have not publicly commented on the report. Tension over Cuba remains a sensitive topic given the long history of U.S.-Cuban hostility.
- 7Three US cities chosen to host first women's volleyball World Cup in North America▼3 US cities picked to host first women’s volleyball World Cup in North America
Three cities in the United States have been selected to host the first women's volleyball World Cup to be held in North America. The decision marks a milestone for the sport, bringing its premier women's tournament to the region for the first time and highlighting growing investment in women's volleyball. Details on the host cities, dates and participating teams have not yet been made widely available.
- 8Austin, Texas tops list of America's fastest-growing boomtowns●Here are America's 10 top boomtowns. Austin, Texas, leads the pack
A new ranking of America's top 10 boomtowns places Austin, Texas, at number one. The list highlights US cities experiencing rapid population and economic growth, drawing attention to Austin's housing market, job creation, and continued influx of new residents. The ranking is prompting discussion about growth pressures, affordability, and which other cities are booming.
- 9China reaffirms support for Cuba on diplomatic anniversary▼China reaffirms support for Cuba on 66th anniversary of diplomatic ties
China has reaffirmed its support for Cuba as the two countries mark 66 years of diplomatic relations. Beijing reiterated its commitment to cooperation with Havana, in a statement reported by Chinese state media. The announcement underscores the enduring political alignment between the two Communist-ruled states, and comes amid continued US sanctions on Cuba and growing Chinese engagement across Latin America and the Caribbean.