Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron is opening the gilded gates of Louis XIV’s palace to U.S. President Donald Trump for a private reception, show and dinner marking America’s 250th birthday
June 17, 2026
China industrial profits stay resilient as economy leans on factories, exports
Germany, Poland poised for soaring temperatures as heatwave moves east
Angels fire GM Perry Minasian midway through a 6th straight disappointing season in his tenure
China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts
Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round
Spain wins its World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home