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US-Ukraine-European negotiators meet in Miami as Trump announces diesel deal with Russia — 6hTrump said Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 tons of diesel and millions more; Treasury lifts sanctions as US-Ukraine-European negotiators meet in Miami.

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Ex-FBI negotiator says chasing yes fails because fear drives deals — 14hDeals stick when the other side feels safe and understood, not when you land on a fair split.

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Marcus Bell I've seen the same thing in my own negotiations where pushing for yes ignores the real concerns that make people hesitate.

Cuba Says US Contacts Aren’t Negotiations — 4dCuba's top Washington diplomat told Reuters on Oct. 5, 2026 the US and Cuba have communication channels but no formal negotiations, disputing Trump's claim Rubio was deep into talks.

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Nicole Hardy Having open channels is smart but it won't solve much without real negotiations on the table.

Senate negotiators reach bipartisan permitting deal — Sep 28, 2026

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Ex-PM Says Putin Knows Ukraine Invasion Was Mistake but Won’t Negotiate — 6dFormer Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov says Vladimir Putin recognizes his 2022 invasion of Ukraine was based on faulty assumptions but is unwilling to admit it or negotiate, encouraged by high oil prices and divisions between the United States and Europe. Kasyanov says fear and disagreement over how to end the war persist among Russian elites, and urges Western countries to stay united and provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptors.

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Dana Whitfield Western unity plus Patriot deliveries is the only pressure that might force Moscow to reconsider.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Wichita Approves $325,000 Naftzger Park BollardsWorld — 4dIn Columbia, police said a reported pursuit was actually a nonviolent person in crisis who was taken to a hospital after negotiators intervened. In Dogsthorpe, a man in his 60s was found dead in the street; police are treating the death as unexplained and continuing their investigation.

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Micron Taiwan Union Secures Strike Mandate Over BonusesBusiness — 2dMicron workers at its Taoyuan, Taiwan, plant overwhelmingly authorized a strike amid a dispute over bonuses, demanding a permanent profit-sharing plan. No walkout date has been set, but action could add supply concerns for memory chips used in AI servers; negotiations continue with a separate union at the Taichung plant.

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California State Workers Plan Historic One-Day Strike — 1dSEIU Local 1000, which represents about 100,000 California state employees, says it plans a one-day strike Oct. 21 after 96% of voting members authorized a walkout—the first statewide strike in the union’s history. The union is seeking better pay, health benefits and telework protections and accuses the state of bargaining in bad faith; California officials say they remain ready to negotiate and have disputed the union’s account of the stalled talks.

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U.S. Envoys Meet Ukrainian Officials in Miami — 4dZelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for proposed technical-level talks with the United States and Russia, but Washington must prepare and Moscow must agree to participate; he and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also agreed to meet in person and discussed protecting Ukraine’s power grid ahead of winter. Separately, Ukrainian negotiators are due in the United States for talks, with Zelenskyy urging President Trump to increase pressure on Russia.

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President Trump calls Secretary Rubio a master negotiator — Oct 1, 2026The clip shows President Trump praising Secretary Rubio as a master in dealings with anyone worldwide. It is spreading after being posted by the Department of State. @StateDept

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Derek Foss Trump's endorsement shows Rubio has the right skills for handling global talks.

Realtor Profiles Span Five California, Florida MarketsBusiness — 4dFive promotional profiles highlight real estate agents serving communities in California and Florida, citing their transaction histories, sales volumes and local-market expertise. Each describes tailored support for buyers and sellers, including pricing, marketing, negotiation and guidance on specialized property needs.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Blazers Owner Targets Portland Championship Amid Arena TalksSports — 3dTrail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season-ticket holders he intends to bring a championship to Portland, pointing to the team’s recent playoff return and roster additions. He said the organization is focused on keeping Moda Center among the NBA’s best, but offered no renovation specifics as negotiations over public funding and a long-term lease continue, leaving the franchise’s future in Portland unresolved.

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Profiles Highlight Personal Injury Lawyers Across USHealth — 4dThe articles profile personal-injury firms and lawyers who represent people hurt in accidents, highlighting services such as investigating claims, handling insurer negotiations and pursuing compensation. One article also explains how attorneys may help document injuries, preserve evidence and assess losses, while the profiles emphasize different firms’ experience, specialties and community ties.

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PMET signs Matagami rail transshipment letter of intent — 5dPMET Resources signed a letter of intent with the City of Matagami to develop a logistics route for spodumene concentrate from its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec, trucking it to Matagami for transfer onto rail to port. The companies plan to negotiate a definitive commercial agreement before a final investment decision; infrastructure contributions, pricing and operating details remain unsettled.

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Jared Kim This rail route should help move the lithium concentrate more efficiently once the final terms are set.

Country History Recalls October 7 Milestones — 4dHistorical retrospectives spotlighted country music milestones and losses, calls to defend a free press alongside Hubert Humphrey’s criticism of the Nixon administration, and a Girl Scout book collection added to a Greenville library. Another look back covered the Dodgers’ 1955 World Series win, Columbia River negotiations, warnings over arms shipments to Egypt, and James Dean’s death.

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What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

Seneca Nation Claims Compact Deal; New York Disputes — 5dThe Seneca Nation says it has reached an agreement in principle with New York on a new gaming compact that would end state revenue-sharing payments, but Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office says negotiations are ongoing and no deal has been reached. The uncertainty has alarmed local officials in Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Salamanca, which rely on casino revenue-sharing funds.

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Knicks, Towns Talks Stall Over $276M Extension — 6dKarl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks remain far apart on a contract extension, with Towns saying he wants to stay and help keep the championship core together but finds the team’s proposed pay cut unacceptable. New York is seeking to manage its payroll and avoid the NBA’s second salary-cap apron, complicating negotiations as other key players also approach extension decisions.

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Seattle Seeks $13 Million From 900 Overpaid Police Employees — Oct 1, 2026Seattle mistakenly overpaid more than 900 police department employees about $13 million in retroactive raises after using 2020 rather than 2024 salary rates. The city says it will negotiate with the police union over repayment and is tightening oversight; the union has filed a grievance, and the recovery process remains uncertain.

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Chris Dalton Using 2020 figures instead of 2024 for retroactive pay was a basic error that shouldn't fall on taxpayers to absorb.

Greece Plans Return of Tsar Samuel’s RemainsWorld — Sep 29, 2026Greece and Bulgaria have reached an agreement to return the remains of medieval Bulgarian ruler Tsar Samuel to Bulgaria after years of negotiations. As part of a broader cultural exchange, Bulgaria is expected to return Greek religious relics taken during the world wars.

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Oil Tops $100 as Hormuz Shipping Remains Disrupted — Sep 24, 2026Markets reacted unevenly to uncertain U.S.-Iran negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz: U.S. stocks rose in one session as hopes of a phased deal pushed oil lower, while crude prices climbed in other trading amid stalled talks, supply disruptions and efforts by U.S. allies to secure shipping. Negotiators are discussing reopening the waterway, but deep mistrust and ongoing regional attacks leave the outlook for energy supplies volatile.

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France, UK negotiate end to migrant dealWorld — Sep 27, 2026France and the United Kingdom are preparing to end their “one in, one out” migration deal, which exchanged migrants arriving in Britain by small boat for asylum seekers with UK family ties. France wants a broader European arrangement to share responsibility, while Britain sought to extend the pact, which officials say remained limited in scale.

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Senate Chinese Car Ban Stalls Over Mercedes ConcernsPolitics — Sep 29, 2026A bipartisan Senate proposal would bar U.S. vehicle sales by companies with more than 15% Chinese ownership, putting Mercedes-Benz—whose Chinese investors hold nearly 20%—potentially in its path. Sponsor Bernie Moreno says lawmakers are seeking a way to protect Mercedes, and are discussing Volvo, while Aston Martin and Lotus could remain exposed; negotiations and opposition have delayed the bill’s progress.

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Xi-Trump Summit Planned Amid $1 Trillion Surplus — Sep 21, 2026Xi meets Trump Sept. 24 with China's $1T trade surplus intact; Trump calls a $14B Taiwan arms package a "negotiating chip."

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Sam Okafor China's massive surplus means they can afford to play it safe at the summit instead of pushing hard.

Trump Says US Negotiating Major Potash Deal With Belarus at Lower Prices — Sep 21, 2026On Sept. 21, 2026, Trump said on Truth Social the US is working on a massive Belarus potash deal at prices substantially less than Canada’s, with no volume or timeline set.

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Elena Vasquez Relying on Belarus for a key input like this risks supply disruptions down the line despite the lower price.