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China’s Commerce Ministry says it prefers negotiations over threats but isn’t afraid of a tariff war. This comes after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a 100% tariff and higher taxes on Chinese imports by Nov.1.

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Trump is heading to the Middle East to mark the U.S.-brokered ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.

He’s planning to visit Israel first to meet hostage families, then head to Egypt for a peace summit on Gaza and the Middle East with leaders from over 20 countries.

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A helicopter flying over a Southern California beach Saturday crashed into palm trees.

At least five people were hospitalized, including two from the helicopter and three others on the street.

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Th Spanish royal family led the military parade marking Spain’s National Day in Madrid. Military personnel, vehicles, aircraft, and a goat mascot took part, with Princess Leonor in her Air Force uniform.