US, Taiwan Conclude Trade Negotiations Amid China Tensions
The United States and Taiwan have concluded negotiations on a trade agreement to deepen economic ties amid growing tensions between Washington and Beijing.
Day: May 19, 2023
Cash App founder Bob Lee murder suspect pleads not guilty
Nima Momeni, 38, is suspected of stabbing Bob Lee in San Francisco, California, on 4 April.
Train engineers union reaches first sick-time deal with Norfolk Southern railroad
The union that represents railroad engineers has finally secured its first deal for paid sick time with Norfolk Southern.
G7 summit: Why there are eight more seats at the table this year
The BBC unpacks the guest list for this year’s summit – who is on it, who is missing and why?
Boston’s role as World Cup host city highlighted by top sports, political figures
Top sports officials including New England Patriots owner Jonathan Kraft joined with Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and others to celebrate the state’s participation in the 2026 World Cup on Thursday and to help unveil Boston Soccer 2026’s local brand…
Alaska court reconsiders 135-year sentence given to youngest girl ever convicted of murder in Alaska
A lower court will reconsider the 135-year sentence given to a 14-year-old girl four decades ago for her role in the shooting deaths of three people in Alaska’s largest city.
CANNES PHOTOS: Harrison Ford and Indiana Jones fever sweep Cannes on festival’s 3rd day
Indiana Jones fever — and fervent love for its star, Harrison Ford — have swept through the Cannes Film Festival. Ford and his last film as the whip-cracking explorer held the spotlight Wednesday with a premiere that provided equal parts glamour and em…
Fire chief: 2 missing after massive blaze at North Carolina construction site
A North Carolina fire chief says two construction workers are unaccounted for after a massive, fast-moving fire broke out at a construction site.
FAA chief must be a watchdog independent from industry
The Biden administration and the U.S. Senate have an opportunity to ensure the next candidate is both experienced and truly independent.