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U.S. President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met for the second time this year to much fanfare but little in the way of grand bargains.
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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns about Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington and what has been accomplished.
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The average mortgage rate is above 7% for the first time since January 2025. Compared with earlier this year, that interest rate means would-be homebuyers would pay hundreds more each month.
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Middle East crises draw major focus as the U.N. General Assembly hears from Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Yemen. -
With less than six weeks until Election Day, a growing number of Republicans are breaking from Trump on key issues. It comes as the party is scrambling to hold onto a slim majority in Congress.
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Flutist Elise Blatchford and harpist Francis Cobb Kenney present "Wind and Wire"
Flutist Elise Blatchford and harpist Francis Cobb Kenney present "Wind and Wire," an evening of chamber music for flute and harp, Tuesday, September 29, at The Green Room at Crosstown Arts.
TN Politics: Mayor Paul Young claps back at criticism over data centers, policing
An online spat with a local attorney reveals Mayor Young's sensitivity on his handling of major issues.
"Love’s Labor’s Lost" launches Tennessee Shakespeare Company’s 19th season
Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC) launches its 19th performance season in the Mid-South with its annual Free Shout-Out Shakespeare Series, now in its 10th year.
"Latin Fest 901" celebrates Hispanic and Latin culture at Overton Square
Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group (CBTG) is hosting a day-long celebration of Hispanic and Latin culture on Saturday, September 26, at Overton Square.
Recognizing Latinx Leadership during National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs September 15 through October 15, and the Community Foundation, is honoring the Latinx leaders strengthening our community—including five Responsive Grant recipients led by Latinx executive directors.
Arts Agenda: Fall festival season has arrived
Featured: Asian Night Market at the Agricenter; Latin Fest at Overton Square
Sam Bush kicks off The Dixie Carter PAC's 21st season
The Dixie Carter Performing Arts & Enrichment Center in Huntingdon, Tennessee, begins its 21st season Thursday, October 1, with bluegrass and Americana superstar Sam Bush.
The 54th annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns
The 54th Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns to the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion September 25–27, featuring juried artists, traditional craft demonstrations, music, children’s activities, and more.
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