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US-China Trade Deal, Category 5 Hurricane, Louvre Heist Arrests and more

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Oct 27, 2025
Tensions ease as the US and China outline a new trade agreement, sparking discussions on tariffs and negotiations. In Jamaica, residents brace for catastrophic impacts from Hurricane Melissa, intensifying evacuation efforts. Meanwhile, two US Navy planes met with mishaps in the South China Sea, prompting investigations. A British commentator faces detention in the US due to visa issues, while French police make progress in solving a high-profile Louvre theft with recent arrests linked to DNA evidence.
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INSIGHT

US-China Trade Framework Eases Tensions

  • The US and China reached an outline for a trade agreement that could avert massive 157% tariffs on Chinese goods.
  • The framework may lead to a Trump-Xi meeting at APEC and covers rare earths, fentanyl, port fees and TikTok.
ANECDOTE

Speaker Detained During US Tour

  • British commentator Sami Hamdi was detained after his visa was revoked during a US speaking tour.
  • Authorities said the arrest fits a wider crackdown on people who expressed Palestinian support or criticized Israel.
INSIGHT

Jamaica Prepares For Catastrophic Storm

  • Jamaica faced a potential Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, prompting mandatory evacuations in vulnerable coastal areas including parts of Kingston.
  • Forecasts warned of prolonged heavy rain, catastrophic flash flooding, landslides and isolated communities from intense winds.
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