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| Good morning. It’s Thursday, Sept. 24, and we can’t help but be captivated by the royal fallout from a book by Princess Diana’s brother. But let’s move on to the actual news. | |  | President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to D.C. yesterday. | | U.S. leaders typically do not greet arriving heads of state at the airport. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty) | -
In an unusual ceremony: Trump met Xi off the plane at Joint Base Andrews, kicking off the first Chinese state visit in more than a decade. Trump is determined to put on a show for Xi. -
Today: Trump and Xi will meet for talks, with a lot at stake economically. Later, Xi will attend a state dinner at the White House. Unlike many previous such dinners, it will be very private.  | A judge temporarily blocked the White House’s ban against three news outlets. | -
Overnight: The judge said Trump’s move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House last week was likely unconstitutional. He told officials to immediately restore access. -
Dig deeper: Read the judge’s order in full here. -
After Trump banned Politico: Officials accused the outlet of violating standards, including by using anonymous sources. But, in an example they cited, the White House was the source.  | Iran’s president called U.S. attacks “cowardly” in a defiant United Nations address. |  | Pete Buttigieg is campaigning hard for Democrats as he weighs a presidential run. | | Former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg with El Paso State Senator Cesar Blanco. (Paul Ratje for The Post) | -
Since Trump returned to office: The former transportation secretary has hit nearly three dozen states and he’s picking up the pace ahead of the midterms. Just don’t ask him about 2028. -
If he decides to run: He may compete for the nomination against former presidential candidates, governors and members of Congress. The Post sized up the possible contenders here.  | A potent nor’easter is forecast to pound parts of the East Coast. | -
Today: Strong winds and 10-to-15-foot waves will continue to pile water near the shore, raising the risk of coastal flooding. The storm’s biggest impacts are set to arrive late tomorrow. -
Track the storm: See which areas could experience hazardous conditions here. Severe weather may stretch from Boston to New York City, and rain from the storm might fall well inland.  | New research revealed which foods give you better sleep. | -
Did you have a restless night? Your diet might be to blame. Studies have shown that ultra-processed foods laden with added sugars may reduce how much time you spend in deep sleep. -
What might help? Consider eating plenty of nutrient-dense plant foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and olive oil. We listed some beneficial foods and recipes.  | People are arguing over whether it’s okay to take an iced coffee to a job interview. | | The divisive beverage in question. (iStock/Getty) | -
On TikTok: A recruiter warned against bringing the drinks to interviews, igniting a debate that has split generations. We asked Post staffers of varying ages to thrash out the issue here. -
What do you think? Ann Gerhart, who joined The Post in 1995, argues that iced coffee is messy and distracting. Jade Tran, who joined last year, contends that sipping is not a crime. Before you go ... some expert advice: How to save water and energy by picking the right dishwasher program. Plus: A veterinarian urges new pet owners to avoid these four common mistakes. One more good read: One blood test could screen you for 50 cancers, but it’s controversial.  | News quiz: Test your knowledge in today's On the Record. |
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| You’re all caught up. See you tomorrow. |  | | (Illustration by Katty Huertas/The Post) | |
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