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World - / May 15, 2026 - 'Xi would also like to see the Hormuz Strait open': Trump on US-China talks - US President Trump revealed Chinese President Xi Jinping desires the Strait of Hormuz reopened to stabilize global energy markets. Both leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity of this crucial shipping route's resumption. Discussions also touched upon potential increased Chinese purchases of American oil and agricultural products, alongside ongoing tensions regarding Taiwan.

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World - / May 15, 2026 - Who is Empath Chan? Controversial streamer shuts down viral death rumors with blunt response - Empath Chan responded after fake rumors about her death spread across X following a parody post claiming she died from a drug overdose. She shut down the speculation with a brief reply saying, "? I'm alive." The controversy renewed attention on her history of ragebait content, including backlash over blackface Halloween posts and offensive videos that previously sparked widespread criticism online.

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