**Google News Updates, November 1, 2023**
**Top Stories**
**Biden and Xi to Hold Virtual Meeting Amid Rising Tensions**
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a virtual meeting on Monday, November 1, 2023, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. The meeting is expected to focus on a range of issues, including trade, climate change, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting comes at a time when relations between the US and China are at a low point, with both sides accusing the other of aggression and provocative behavior.
**Ukraine Forces Recapture Key City of Kherson**
Ukrainian forces have recaptured the key southern city of Kherson from Russian forces, marking a significant victory in the ongoing war. The recapture of Kherson is seen as a major blow to Russia, which has been occupying the city since the early stages of the invasion. The liberation of Kherson is a major boost to Ukrainian morale and could potentially lead to further gains against the Russian invaders.
**COP27 Climate Summit Begins in Egypt**
The 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP27, has begun in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. The summit brings together world leaders, environmental experts, and activists to discuss the urgent need to address climate change. The conference is expected to focus on issues such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, providing financial assistance to developing countries affected by climate change, and promoting sustainable development.
**Other News**
* **US Economy Slows Sharply in Third Quarter**
* **Elon Musk Completes Twitter Acquisition**
* **SpaceX Launches Crew-6 Mission to International Space Station**
* **Hurricane Lisa Makes Landfall in Belize**
* **Kanye West Suspended from Instagram and Twitter**
* **California Wildfires Spread Amidst Strong Winds**
* **Netflix Reports Surge in Subscriber Growth**
* **Apple Unveils New iPhone 15 Series**
* **Meta Introduces New Virtual Reality Headset**
* **Pfizer and Moderna Announce Updated COVID-19 Boosters**
* **FIFA World Cup 2022 Draws to a Close**
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