German chancellor lands in Beijing for inaugural China tripJessica ParkerBerlin correspondentReutersFriedrich Merz spoke to media before leaving for BeijingGermany's chancellor has touched down in China as German businesses sound the alarm about a yawning trade imbalance.Imports into Germany from China were more than double the value of those exported back last year – according to federal...

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 6 #705Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.Today's NYT Strands puzzle has a few real puzzlers. Some of the answers are difficult to unscramble,...

Japan's Takaichi to pursue conservative agenda after election landslide Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister and president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), puts pins marking the names of candidates who won lower house elections at the LDP headquarters Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026...

Best Home Theater Systems of 2026While a TV screen may be the first thing people notice about your living space, it's the sound quality that truly transforms a living room into a home theater. Whether you want to invest in a high-quality surround system, a Dolby Atmos soundbar or a bookshelf speaker system, we've got you covered. Whether you want to binge The Pitt, catch the latest Winter...

Are you excited to catch the Champions League match between Monaco and PSG? Luckily, there are ways to watch this thrilling game online without spending a dime. Many streaming platforms offer free trials or special promotions that allow fans to enjoy live sports without any cost. Just make sure to check the schedules and sign up for any services that might be broadcasting the match for free....