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Bela Karolyi, one of the most prominent gymnastics coaches in the United States, died at 82, USA Gymnastics announced Saturday evening. After achieving success with Nadia Comăneci in Romania, the Karolyis launched the careers of U.S. Gymnastics Hall of Fame inductees, including Dominique Dawes, Phoebe Mills, Betty Okino, Kerri Strug, Mary Lou Retton, and Kim Zmeskal. In a 2016 interview with USA Gymnastics, Retton recalled her first American Cup competition under Karolyi’s guidance: “I figured I’m just going to sit in the stands at Madison Square Garden and just shoot the breeze,” she said. “It would be a learning experience…

Highlights LIMA, Nov 16 (Reuters) – Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged on Saturday to collaborate with Donald Trump’s incoming administration as he concluded talks with outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden. The discussions addressed conflicts involving cybercrime, trade, Taiwan, the South China Sea, and Russia. Biden acknowledged disagreements between the two leaders but highlighted the value of their candid discussions. He stressed the importance of maintaining direct communication between U.S. and Chinese leadership even after he left office, according to National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. The leaders agreed that human decision-making, not artificial intelligence, should govern nuclear weapon use, marking a…

Highlights Joe Biden will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Lima, Peru, on Saturday. This marks their final meeting during Biden’s presidency as they aim to lower tensions before Donald Trump takes office in January. The meeting takes place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. It will be the first time the two leaders have spoken in seven months, with critical issues like cybercrime, trade, Taiwan, and Russia dominating the agenda. The timing of the meeting has not been disclosed, but the stakes are high. Pacific Rim leaders are also evaluating how Trump’s return might…

U.S. Muslim Leaders Voice Disappointment in Trump’s Cabinet Picks Muslim Leaders Shifted Support to Trump Over Biden’s Policies Muslim leaders in the U.S. supported Donald Trump in a bid to protest the Biden administration’s policies toward Gaza and Lebanon. Their discontent with President Joe Biden’s approach to Israel’s war on Gaza prompted this political shift. However, these leaders now express regret over Trump’s cabinet appointments. Leaders Claim Their Support Contributed to Trump’s Swing State Wins Rabiul Chowdhury, a Philadelphia investor and co-founder of Muslims for Trump, emphasized the importance of Muslim votes in Trump’s victory. “Trump won because of us,…

U.S. Adviser Advocates for UK Alignment with American Trade Model A senior economic adviser to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, Stephen Moore, has urged Britain to prioritize trade alignment with the United States over deeper ties with the European Union. Speaking on BBC radio, Moore critiqued the EU’s economic approach and outlined potential advantages for the UK in adopting a U.S.-centric trade strategy. EU’s “Socialist Model” Criticized Moore characterized the EU as adhering to a “socialist model,” which he argued contrasts starkly with the American emphasis on economic freedom. He suggested that aligning more closely with U.S. economic principles could bolster…

Novak Djokovic Set to Return as a Contender at Australian Open, Says Carlos Alcaraz Novak Djokovic’s return to the Australian Open in 2025 is generating buzz, with world number three Carlos Alcaraz predicting the Serbian star will be a top contender for Grand Slam glory. Here’s a breakdown of Alcaraz’s comments and expectations for Djokovic’s performance: Alcaraz’s remarks illustrate the high regard he holds for Djokovic, whose presence on the court remains a potent force. The Australian Open will undoubtedly showcase whether Djokovic can reclaim his dominance and continue adding to his remarkable legacy. Source

Summary Lin Hsin-i Thanks President Biden at APEC Summit Meeting during the APEC summit in Lima, Taiwan’s representative Lin Hsin-i expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden for his contributions to strengthening U.S.-Taiwan relations over the past four years, Taiwan’s delegation stated. Invitation Extended to President Biden Lin, who leads the government-backed Taiwania Capital investment fund and formerly served as Taiwan’s economy minister, extended a warm invitation to President Biden. He encouraged Biden to visit Taiwan at his earliest convenience, the delegation noted. Trudeau Observes the Conversation Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau listened attentively to the exchange, the statement added, acknowledging…

The 2024 Latin Grammy Awards: A Milestone Anniversary The 2024 Latin Grammy Awards celebrated 25 years of recognizing the best of Latin music in Spanish and Portuguese. Miami Hosts a Star-Studded Night The Kaseya Center in Miami, the epicenter of Latin culture in the U.S., came alive Thursday night with electrifying performances. Highlighting Latin music’s explosive growth, now the nation’s fastest-growing streaming genre, the event featured over 700 artists competing in 58 categories, according to Manuel Abud, CEO of the Latin Recording Academy. Juan Luis Guerra Dominates with Top Awards Merengue and bachata legend Juan Luis Guerra claimed the night’s…

Summary Russia informed Austria on November 15 that it would suspend gas deliveries starting Saturday, signaling the imminent end of Moscow’s last remaining gas supplies to Europe. This suspension will leave Hungary and Slovakia as the only European countries still receiving significant volumes of Russian gas, marking a sharp contrast to the decades of dominance when Russia met 40% of the EU’s gas needs before its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Austria, the first Western European country to purchase Russian gas, entered into a contract with the Soviet Union in 1968, just months before the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia. The…

Lawsuit Filed Against Mountain West Conference and SJSU Over Transgender Athlete Controversy In the latest development of the ongoing controversy involving a transgender player on the San Jose State University (SJSU) women’s volleyball team, a lawsuit has been filed against the Mountain West Conference, the California State University system, and three SJSU staff members, including the head coach of the women’s volleyball team. Plaintiffs Claim Title IX Violations The plaintiffs, which include SJSU volleyball co-captain Brooke Slusser and 10 other current and former student-athletes from the Mountain West Conference, claim that their Title IX rights are being violated by allowing…