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wsj.com • Politics • Syria
Iran is increasing its military presence in Syria, collaborating with Russia and the Assad regime despite potential conflict with the U.S. and its allies.
A Wall Street Journal poll reveals declining American support for Donald Trump's economic policies, particularly his tariffs, which are now widely seen as harmful.
archive.is • Politics • World
President Trump exempted various electronics from Chinese tariffs, marking a significant shift in US trade policy and impacting major tech companies.
wsj.com • Politics • World
Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an El Salvadoran wrongly deported by the Trump administration.
wsj.com • Politics • World
Tulsi Gabbard's 2017 congressional campaign hired a firm to suppress coverage of an alleged pyramid scheme linked to her Hindu sect, raising concerns about transparency and conflict of interest.
wsj.com • Politics • El Salvador
El Salvador's President Bukele claims he lacks the power to return a mistakenly deported Salvadoran man to the U.S., despite a court ruling.
A former Trump cybersecurity official, Chris Krebs, will fight back against what he calls an unprecedented government campaign to punish dissent.
The Trump administration initiated a move to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status, prompting the IRS to consider the request.
wsj.com • Politics • Israel
An Israeli military investigation found errors and violations of orders in the killing of 15 Gaza aid workers, leading to disciplinary actions against commanding officers.
Senator Rand Paul criticizes President Trump's use of national-emergency laws for tariffs and his insufficient deficit reduction in the budget.
President Trump is planning to mitigate the effects of his automotive tariffs by preventing the stacking of duties on foreign cars and easing levies on imported car parts.
President Trump is ousting National Security Advisor Mike Waltz after a journalist was added to a sensitive group chat, marking the first major dismissal of his second term.
wsj.com • Politics • World
President Trump incorrectly claimed that a Salvadoran man mistakenly deported had 'MS-13' tattooed on his knuckles, despite the symbols being common and unrelated to gang affiliation.
John Paulson withdrew his candidacy for Treasury Secretary under President-elect Trump due to complex financial obligations, but plans to continue advising the administration.
wsj.com • Politics • Israel
Israel's government approved a war plan that includes occupying parts of Gaza, despite earlier statements to the contrary.
House Republicans are debating reforms to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), aiming to reduce costs while ensuring aid for those in need.
wsj.com • Business • World
CBRE Group is acquiring a majority stake in Industrious, a co-working company, reflecting the growing interest in shared workspaces.
LightSquared has abandoned its Cerberus-led reorganization plan, leading to a new proposal that potentially ends Philip Falcone's ownership and prioritizes Dish Network's Charlie Ergen and bank debt holders.
wsj.com • Business • World
Elon Musk's influence helped X successfully raise over $10 billion in bonds, showcasing a comeback in advertising revenue.
Shana Davis-Ross, CEO of Ponte Firm, manages the meticulously crafted online personas of several successful social media influencers, shaping their seemingly enviable lives in New York City's West Village.
wsj.com • Business • World
Amazon abandoned plans to display tariff charges on its Haul website after President Trump's intervention and White House objections.
wsj.com • Business • World
Tesla's board initiated a search for Elon Musk's successor amid declining stock, investor concerns, and Musk's significant involvement in the White House.
Chili's capitalized on consumer outrage over rising fast-food prices by positioning itself as a more affordable alternative offering comparable meals with added perks.
wsj.com • Business • World
Klaus Schwab's long reign as head of the World Economic Forum is ending amid new whistleblower allegations and an internal investigation.
wsj.com • Finance • United States
The article discusses how wealthy Americans are reacting to market turmoil caused by President Trump's trade policies, highlighting diverse responses from selling stocks to maintaining long-term investment strategies.
President Trump's renewed attacks on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell sent shockwaves through the markets, causing a significant drop in stocks and the dollar.
The American Express Business Gold Card stands out for its generous bonus rewards in customizable categories, offering high value for businesses with significant spending.
This article reviews several banks offering business checking accounts, highlighting Lili as a top choice due to its fee-free transactions, cashback rewards, and integrations with various business software.
High-yield savings accounts offer significantly higher interest rates than traditional accounts, potentially earning hundreds more annually, but it's important to compare rates and consider other investment options.
wsj.com • Finance • Argentina
Hedge funds are betting big on Argentina's economy under President Javier Milei, with significant returns so far this year.
wsj.com • Technology • World
AI's tireless nature is revolutionizing businesses by enabling a 24/7 operational model, demanding companies to adapt to this always-on economy.
wsj.com • Technology • World
Current research reveals that artificial intelligence, despite advancements, operates by applying numerous heuristics rather than employing human-like reasoning or world models.
archive.is • Technology • World
Contrary to claims of imminent human-level AI, recent research reveals that current AI models function by applying vast rules of thumb rather than genuine reasoning.
wsj.com • Technology • World
OpenAI will remain under its nonprofit's control, reversing a controversial restructuring effort following CEO Sam Altman's brief ouster.
wsj.com • Technology • World
Apple is considering raising iPhone prices in the fall, aiming to offset costs with new features and design, while avoiding any direct link to US tariffs on Chinese goods.
wsj.com • Economics • World
President Trump's new tariffs caused a significant stock market downturn, the worst since the 2020 economic shutdown, despite his downplaying of the impact.
China seeks coordinated tariff responses with Japan and South Korea against US tariffs to strengthen regional economic cooperation, while Japan and South Korea confirm discussions but deny any coordinated action.
The Trump administration is exploring significantly reducing tariffs on Chinese goods to ease trade tensions with Beijing.
wsj.com • Philanthropy • World
Peter Singer criticizes David Geffen's $100 million donation to Lincoln Center, arguing that the money could have been used more effectively to alleviate global poverty.
Despite Formula One's surging popularity, media companies are hesitant to meet Liberty Media's high asking price for its 2026 TV rights package.
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft's deal with President Trump to avoid a punitive executive order is backfiring, causing an exodus of lawyers.
wsj.com • Cybersecurity • USA
Last-minute funding issues for the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures program, a crucial initiative tracking software flaws, caused concern within the cybersecurity industry.