Several former Hamas hostages in Gaza share accounts of sexual assault
Guy Gilboa-Dalal is among several former hostages, mostly women, speaking publicly about alleged sexual assaults at the hands of the militants in the Gaza Strip.
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Xi warns Trump of possible conflict over Taiwan at grand Beijing summit
BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Thursday of “clashes and even conflicts” with the United States, cautioning President Donald Trump that tensions over the Beijing-claimed island of Taiwan could jeopardize ties between the world’s two biggest economies
President Trump visits Temple of Heaven following historic U.S.-China summit
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the Temple of Heaven after their two-hour bilateral meeting. NBC News’ Garrett Haake and Brian Cheung report on the key issues discussed and the leaders’ cultural visit to the Temple of Heaven.
‘We should be partners, not rivals’: Chinese President Xi Jinping opens bilateral talks
President Xi Jinping opened the bilateral talks with President Trump by emphasizing that a stable bilateral relationship benefits the world and stating, “We should be partners, not rivals.”
Trump shakes hands with Xi at start of historic U.S.-China summit
President Trump arrived at the Great Hall of the People to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump greeted several senior Chinese officials, while President Xi welcomed top U.S. officials.
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Young Chinese facing ‘life pressure’ resist government push to boost marriage rate
The streets around Beijing’s iconic Forbidden City are often filled with brides and grooms, posing for wedding photos against auspicious red backdrops in a place that strongly reflects Chinese culture and tradition.
Young Chinese struggling with ‘life pressure’ resist government push to boost marriage rate
BEIJING — The streets around Beijing’s iconic Forbidden City are often filled with brides and grooms, posing for wedding photos against auspicious red backdrops in a place that strongly reflects Chinese culture and tradition.
Retired Chinese senior colonel joins Tom Llamas for conversation about high-stakes Beijing summit
Retired Chinese Senior Colonel Zhou Bo joins Tom Llamas for a conversation about what China stands to gain from these talks and what intel they've gathered from watching the U.S. wage war against Iran.
Gunshots fired in Philippines Senate standoff
Gunfire rang out in the Philippines' Senate building today as a senator, who is accused of war crimes, is facing arrest. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports.
Inside the South Korean mines that will provide U.S. with key metal for Iran War
In South Korea, an American company is mining for rare minerals used to make weapons and ammunition. Trade tensions with China have strained access to the mineral, tungsten, and the war with Iran is forcing the U.S. to find even more of it. NBC’s Janis Mackey Frayer reports from South Korea.
Trump arrives in China for high-stakes summit
President Trump arrived in Beijing for a critical summit where he said he will push for China's leader to "open up" China to American businesses. NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas reports.
A taste of Beijing’s local dishes
Tom Llamas takes a food tour of Beijing, trying some of the most popular local dishes with our guide from Lost Plate Food Tours.
New video shows incredible rescue of plane crash survivors
Video released by the U.S. military shows how 11 Bahamians whose plane crashed in the Atlantic ocean were rescued by U.S. Air Force personnel. The survivors had been floating on a raft for hours when their rescuers hoisted them to safety. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports.
Inside China’s push for more marriages and children
The one child policy has left a lasting impact on Chinese society, where marriage and birth rates are both very low. That’s why the Chinese government is now instituting programs to encourage people to have children and get married. NBC News’ Janis Mackey Frayer has the story.
Watch: Philippine senator chased by police after arrest warrant issued
Surveillance footage captured the moment law enforcement agents chased Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa inside the Philippine Senate building. The Senator has an outstanding arrest warrant for crimes against humanity for overseeing former President Duterte's war on drugs.
Five countries are boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest over Israel
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest is now officially underway with 35 nations performing in Vienna over the next few days. The annual contest finds itself facing geopolitical backlash over Israel's participation in the contest. NBC News' Claudio Lavanga reports on several countries planning to boycott this year's event and the heightened security presence.
Amid ceasefire, Israeli forces ramp up destruction of homes in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has leveled whole areas of towns and villages in southern Lebanon as it presses on with plans to establish control in the area during a Trump-declared ceasefire, satellite imagery, video and photos show.
King Charles enters Britain’s political drama as PM Starmer faces down challengers
LONDON — Plotters trying to bring down the British prime minister.
King Charles enters stage of Britain’s political drama as Keir Starmer faces down challengers
LONDON — Plotters are trying to bring down the British prime minister.
King Charles enters stage of Britain’s political drama as PM Starmer faces down challengers
LONDON — Plotters are trying to bring down the British prime minister.
King Charles III enters stage of Britain’s political drama as PM Starmer faces down challengers
LONDON — Plotters are trying to bring down the British prime minister.
The war is on hold, but Iran’s internal crackdown is only deepening
While the Iranian regime has been battling its external enemies, Israel and the United States, it has also been ramping up a deadly crackdown on those seen as the enemy within.
Trade, Taiwan and Iran cast shadows on Trump’s China summit with Xi
President Donald Trump will begin a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday as the two countries engage in a fierce trade war and the U.S. conflict with Iran rages on.
Chinese EVs take the world by storm — except in the U.S.
China loves electric cars: making them, driving them and selling them to the rest of the world.
Chinese EVs take the world by storm — except in the United States
China loves electric cars: making them, driving them and selling them to the rest of the world.
Tom Llamas reports from the Great Wall as it’s restored one brick at a time
BEIJING — Old Cheng was waiting patiently at the bottom of a steep mountain ridge as the minivans carrying our news team snaked their way through the Yan mountains to meet him.
The Great Wall is being restored one brick at a time
BEIJING — Old Cheng was waiting patiently at the bottom of a steep mountain ridge as the minivans carrying our news team snaked their way through the Yan mountains to meet him.
China’s Great Wall is being restored one brick at a time
BEIJING — Old Cheng was waiting patiently at the bottom of a steep mountain ridge as the minivans carrying our news team snaked their way through the Yan mountains to meet him.
Political drama unfolding in the UK that may lead to Prime Minister Starmer being ousted
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pushes back against fellow Labour Party members calling for his resignation after disastrous local election results. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports from London.
Journey to Great Wall of China
Tom Llamas takes us to China’s Great Wall - the largest manmade structure on earth - for a firsthand look at the historic site and a rare glimpse at the epic restoration project now underway.