China rolls out the red carpet for Trump, and some prehistoric dental work

This episode of Squiz Today covers a range of global and domestic stories, beginning with a diplomatic thaw between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping during Trump's visit to Beijing. The two leaders met warmly, with Xi emphasizing partnership over rivalry and Trump calling Xi a friend, though tensions remain over Taiwan, which Xi labeled the most critical issue in U.S.-China relations. Despite no major announcements, both sides expressed optimism about a stable, constructive relationship and discussed trade and the Strait of Hormuz. In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces growing pressure to resign as more than 90 Labour MPs call for his departure, following poor local election results and the resignation of Health Secretary Wes Streeting. A potential by-election in Manchester could open a path for mayor Andy Burnham to enter Parliament and challenge Starmer. Back in Australia, Coalition leader Angus Taylor responded to the federal budget with proposals to index tax brackets to inflation to combat bracket creep and to cap immigration based on housing construction, drawing both support and criticism. Meanwhile, the New South Wales Blues secured back-to-back Women's State of Origin titles with a tense 14–10 win over Queensland, highlighted by a crucial defensive stop in the final seconds. The episode also explores a fascinating archaeological discovery: a Neanderthal molar from Siberia showing evidence of stone drill use for dental treatment nearly 60,000 years ago, suggesting advanced cognitive and medical capabilities in our ancient relatives. The segment closes with a personal note on meal prepping and a shoutout to Delta Goodrum’s Eurovision semifinal appearance.