China warns Taiwan tensions could jeopardize U.S. relationship
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the Temple of Heaven after their two-hour bilateral meeting. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports that, according to Chinese state media, Taiwan was among the most important topics discussed.
Thu, 14 May 2026 06:09:23 GMT
U.S. Taiwan policies ‘unchanged’ after Trump-Xi meeting, Rubio says
In an interview with NBC News’ Tom Llamas, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. policy toward Taiwan are “unchanged” after President Trump met with Chinese President Xi. Xi previously warned Trump that tensions over Taiwan could jeopardize U.S.-China relations, leading to “clashes and even conflicts” if the issue is not handled carefully.
Thu, 14 May 2026 09:21:49 GMT
Young Chinese facing ‘life pressure’ resist government push to boost marriage rate
The streets around Beijing’s iconic Forbidden City are often filled with brides and grooms, posing for wedding photos against auspicious red backdrops in a place that strongly reflects Chinese culture and tradition.
Thu, 14 May 2026 02:00:46 GMT
Sources: Pentagon has no new munitions contracts amid concerns over weapons shortage
As the war with Iran pushes its munitions stocks to dangerously low levels, the Defense Department has not signed new contracts to replenish its supplies, according to two U.S. officials and two people familiar with the matter. NBC News' Gordon Lubold details the kinds of weapons and their importance to the Middle East conflict.
Thu, 14 May 2026 17:48:56 GMT
How Alex Murdaugh Reacted to Overturning of Murder Convictions
In a TODAY exclusive, Alex Murdaugh’s attorneys Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin, join TODAY to discuss the South Carolina Supreme Court’s ruling on Wednesday to overturn the double murder convictions and how Murdaugh reacted. "He was very gracious, thankful and he said 'Jim, I'm seeing it, I'm reading it, but it's still hard to believe,'" Griffin says of his conversation with Murduagh. The lawyers also talk about what they expect to be different in the next trial, comment on whether or no
Thu, 14 May 2026 11:58:51 GMT