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American presidents have been visiting Saudi Arabia for decades, and the trips have often produced memorable moments — some dramatic, others downright odd.As President Trump returns to Saudi Arabia, here is a look back at four moments from past presidential trips to visit leaders of the oil-rich Gulf state.2022: The Biden Fist BumpThe relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia appeared to be wilting before President Joseph R. Biden Jr. visited Jeddah in 2022.Mr. Biden, as a candidate in 2019, had vowed to turn Saudi Arabia into a “pariah” over the killing of the Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi,…

Photograph: Julian ChokkattuThe phone’s edges are so thin that it might affect how you hold it for a long period, because there’s just not much for your fingers to grab. Time will tell. But once the wonder of the thinness fades away, you’ll start wondering about battery life. The S25 Edge has a 3,900-mAh battery capacity, 100 mAh less than what’s in the smaller Galaxy S25. It’s a laughably small capacity compared to similar-sized phones these days.Still, Samsung says it’s done a lot of work to optimize the display’s power, and with the efficiency of the 3-nanometer Snapdragon 8 Elite…

Britain’s government on Monday promised to tighten migration rules and make it harder for newcomers to permanently stay in the country, in a sign of the increasing political pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to cut immigration numbers.Under the plans, visas for some lower skilled workers would be reduced, language requirements for immigrants raised and the length of time needed for most newcomers to qualify for citizenship or the right to stay permanently would double, from five years to 10.In a speech from Downing Street, Mr. Starmer, who leads the governing Labour Party, accused his predecessors of allowing immigration to…

I’ve never been a vertical mouse person. These mice have a vertical shape that puts your palm in a more neutral posture, reducing strain on the wrist. But every time I’ve used one in the past, it felt awkward, unnatural, or like I was making a trade-off in exchange for better ergonomics. They just never worked for me—until the Hansker Productivity Mouse came across my desk.It takes the standard vertical mouse formula, but sculpts the angles and curves for an incredibly natural feel. All that while still offering everything you’d want in a modern mouse, from speedy wireless connectivity, USB-C…

Just days into the papacy of Leo XIV, the new pope has begun to lay out his vision for how he will lead the Catholic church.Like his predecessor, he plans to embrace the poor and the marginalized. He wants to continue Francis’s effort to fling open the doors of the Vatican and listen to many voices outside the church hierarchy. And in a clear sign that this is a pope keenly attuned to the biggest tests of modernity, he said the church would address the challenge that artificial intelligence will pose to “human dignity, justice and labor.”As the leader of…

Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind when shopping for a new sleeping pad. When backpacking, we suggest sticking with inflatable pads or self-inflating pads (though these are generally heavier), which offer the best insulation and cushioning to size and weight. Whatever you specific needs, your goal is always to find the best warmth-to-weight ratio. More warmth means more weight. Keep the following tips in mind.Know your intended use. Every ounce counts, and so does the packed size. Smaller, lighter pads take up less room in your pack and are great for a thru-hike where you’re trying to…

Six weeks ago, a van piled high with flowers pulled up at the International Criminal Court’s detention center in The Hague. The court also received deliveries of birthday cards. Lots and lots of them.They were all for the newest inmate, Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, who turned 80 on March 28. He is accused of crimes against humanity, and he could spend the rest of his life in prison.“The place was inundated with flowers, and I brought some of the mail out because they didn’t know what to do with it,” Nicholas Kaufman, Mr. Duterte’s lawyer, said…

Therabox is a self-care box geared toward women. My personal therapist is always telling me about how intentional self-care can help my mental state, but it can be difficult to figure out how to prioritize oneself if you’re constantly stressed out. Therabox makes it easy to calm down and take a break. Each box includes eight full-size items valued at up to $200. The boxes are themed and include a little booklet that goes over the products and offers ideas on how to use them intentionally.As an example, one of my boxes included hemp-infused muscle pain relief, aromatherapy balm, an…

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday returned to the balcony where he was presented to the world as the new leader of the Roman Catholic church just days ago, using his first Sunday address to the faithful to call for peace.“Never again war,” he said to a roar from the massive crowd that had gathered in St. Peter’s Square, an appeal he addressed to the world’s most powerful leaders. He noted that it was almost 80 years to the day that the “immense tragedy” of World War II ended and quoted Pope Francis, his predecessor, who often referred to the current…

Insta360’s X-series 360-degree cameras have long dominated the market. They have great video quality, an easy-to-use interface, and simple editing software, which makes these the most beginner-friendly 360 cameras around. The latest version, the Insta360 X5, continues that tradition while bringing larger sensors with even better-looking video.The X5 is a worthy upgrade; video quality is better, battery life is improved, and new features like the PureVideo lowlight mode and replaceable lenses make the X5 the most compelling 360 camera on the market.What’s NewPhotograph: Scott GilbertsonThe big news in the X5, and the reason to consider upgrading even if you already…