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World12 stories
Trump Tells U.N. He Is a Peacemaker While Threatening to ‘Annihilate’ Iran
President Trump labeled himself a man of peace while threatening to “annihilate” Iran and wield American power against other nations.
Trump Summit With Xi Unlikely to Include Chinese CEOs
The likely absence of a Chinese corporate delegation highlights the low expectations for significant business results from the meeting.
What Is Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline and Why Is It Rocking Oil Markets?
The pipeline, which was knocked out by attacks earlier this month, is now being tested and could resume flows within days.
Saudi Arabia Spent Months Trying to Bypass Hormuz. For Now, There’s No Way Around It.
With its Red Sea bypass route disrupted by attacks from Yemen and Iraq, the world’s oil kingpin is returning to the waterway it was trying to avoid in the first place.
Best High-Yield Savings Accounts for September 2026: Up to 4.50%
These are the accounts that offer the best interest rates—without burdensome fees, gimmicks or other hassles
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EU, Philippines Reach Breakthrough in Free-Trade Talks
The agreement comes as persistent geopolitical shocks and tariffs underscore the need to look for new trade partners.
Before the Trump-Xi Summit, an Insider’s Read on How Beijing Sees Taiwan
Plus, questions over the health of China’s leader and tensions over guardrails in the race to dominate AI.
Brent Falls Below $100 a Barrel on U.S.-Iran Diplomacy Hopes
Oil reversed initial gains after reports that Iran offered to reopen the Hormuz Strait within seven days if the U.S. takes steps toward easing military pressure.
U.K. Government Borrowing Rose in August as Budget Looms
The government borrowed more in August than a year earlier, a setback for its plans to reduce its deficit as it prepares to outline a new budget next month.
In the Baltics, NATO Forces Are Trying to Learn the New Way of War
As Canadian-led troops in Latvia adapt lessons from the war in Ukraine, a big gap remains.
In Trump, Xi Sees ‘Rare Window’ to Convince Taiwan That Resistance Is Futile
Beijing is courting Taiwan’s opposition—and quietly helped stage its leader’s landmark visit to the mainland—to pull the island into its orbit.
Iran’s President Gets Rare Opportunity to Make His Case to the World
Masoud Pezeshkian is expected to speak at the United Nations on Wednesday, giving him a platform to rail against the U.S. and try to sway the world to Iran’s side.
U.S. News12 stories
The Tech Elite Is Funding an Alternative to College
The venture-capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is spending $35 million to back the two-year academy, with other Bay Area tech giants on board.
The Texas Trader at War With His Electric Company Over Power Poles
Wildfires are putting America’s aging electric grid under mounting strain at a time when power demand is soaring.
In 200-Page Report, Cornell Confronts the Crisis in American Higher Education
Employers have voiced skepticism about U.S. graduates’ ability to handle workplace demands.
Republican Senator Calls for Investigation of Donald Trump Jr.
Sen. John Curtis urged a Senate committee to subpoena the president’s son to answer questions following a wedding afterparty controversy.
The California Surf Spot With Epic Waves—and Rusty Metal Spikes
At the Wedge, wiping out is a time-honored tradition. Now, surfers are dodging pipes and pilings for the best waves they’ve ever seen.
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Trump and Mamdani Maintain Their Rapport—Even When They Disagree
The president and the New York City mayor, on opposing sides of the ideological spectrum, appeared side-by-side at Gracie Mansion.
Television Networks Suspend Some Coverage of Trump After Bans
The decision came after the White House removed CNN from a rotating group of television journalists who cover the president.
ICE Agent Accused of Shooting Man in Texas
The incident, which left the victim in hospital, is the latest involving the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.
The Rust Belt Lawmaker Leading the Fight Against Trump’s Kennedy Center Plans
Rep. Joyce Beatty sued the president over renovations. He says she is “a destructive person.”
How Romanian Crime Rings Are Draining U.S. Welfare Accounts
Thieves have exploited antiquated magnetic stripes on benefits cards to steal hundreds of millions of public dollars.
A Teary Ed Sheeran Apologizes to His Fans as Tour Resumes With No Openers
Many in the Philadelphia crowd said they were there for the music—not controversy.
Three News Outlets Denied Entry to White House After Trump Ban
Reporters said their White House passes were confiscated Saturday.
Business12 stories
Gap Is Getting Into the Boy-Band Business
The clothing company is making a foray into “fashiontainment” as it looks to cement its brands more deeply in popular culture.
What Is the White House Press Pool?
President Trump’s decision to ban three news outlets from the White House escalated tensions between the president and the journalists who cover him.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Regain Ground
U.S. natural gas futures recovered much of Monday’s losses as softening production readings and a pickup in LNG feedgas helped offset declining weather-driven demand.
AutoZone Sales Rise and Further Growth is Expected
The auto-parts retailer posted fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $931.6 million, compared with $837 million a year earlier.
Amazon Stops Meta’s Muse at the Door
Plus, DTC caviar puts the sector’s premium prices in question and Gap partners with a rookie boy band for a nostalgic mall tour.
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Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Volvo Car, Uber Technologies, Kuehne + Nagel and more in the latest Market Talks covering Auto and Transport.
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Shell, BP and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.
DoorDash to Pay $131.5 Million to Resolve NYC Investigation Into Minimum-Pay Law Compliance
The company said that the settlement includes $12.3 million in direct payments to delivery drivers on its platform.
The Morning Risk Report: Paramount Settles States’ Antitrust Suit, Clearing Way for Warner Megadeal
Plus: British Columbia sues OpenAI over mass school shooting and executives flock to New York to tout lowering emissions.
Thor Industries Gears Up to Face More Headwinds in Fiscal 2027
Thor Industries had a challenging fiscal 2026, and the company said many of the headwinds it faced are expected to continue to plague its business in the year ahead.
A New Hollywood? Plus, CarMax Cuts Jobs Again
Also, OpenAI pushes U.S. to lead in global AI safety standards.
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Phaseout Spurs Hunt for New Ways to Launch Payloads
Plus, Trump says a deal to lower fertilizer costs is in the works, and Houthi attacks force Saudi Arabia to return to Hormuz.
Markets12 stories
Brent Remains Below $100 on Improved Supply Prospects
Oil prices continued to trade lower, with Brent crude below $100 a barrel on hopes for improved Gulf supply.
Stocks Get a Lift as Oil Sinks Below $100
All three U.S. equity markets were making gains, with the tech-focused Nasdaq leading the way, against the backdrop of falling oil prices.
Dollar Little Moved by Pullback in Energy Prices
The dollar traded nearly flat, little moved by pullback in energy prices.
Treasury Yields Decline as Oil Falls
Treasury yields slipped, tracking oil prices and ahead of an auction of two-year notes.
10 of the Best Financial Advisor Companies: Well-Known Fiduciary Investment Firms to Consider
We analyzed everything from advisor credentials to fees to portfolio options at some of the larger and more well-known registered investment advisor firms to help you select a firm that could best connect you with a fiduciary financial advisor.
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Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Novo Nordisk, Roche Holding, IHH Healthcare and more in the latest Market Talks covering Health Care.
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Samsung Electronics, Meta, Singtel and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Capstone Copper, Ramelius Resources, Artemis Gold and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.
European Utilities to Gain From Higher Natural Gas Prices
A basket of European utilities stocks rose and Bank of America said European utilities’ earnings will benefit from higher-for-longer natural gas prices on the continent.
Dividend Cuts Send a Bearish Signal
Plus, has this market found its Muse?
Looking for Real-Estate Bargains? Watch These Apartment Loans
One pool of multifamily apartment mortgages issued in 2021 is already 53% delinquent.
Stock Market Today: Oil Sinks Below $100, Lifting Tech Stocks
Trump addressing world leaders this morning
Technology12 stories
AI Leaders Are Standing On a Liability Landmine
Plus, Anthropic delays its IPO, and AI agents have trust issues.
Meta Shows AI Agents Aren’t Just For Businesses Anymore
Plus, OpenAI urges Washington to lead global AI-safety standards effort
‘There Are No VPs, SVPs’—Why Hut 8 Eliminated Most Traditional Job Titles
Alibaba Unveils New AI Chip, Outlines Plan for Larger Model
Alibaba has rolled out its most powerful chip yet, doubling down on its bid to control the software and hardware that power its artificial-intelligence ambitions.
A Rocket Supply Crunch Is Making It Harder to Hitch a Ride to Space
There’s a rush to secure flights as SpaceX winds down its flagship vehicle and rivals try to ramp up.
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These Tiny Startups Are Getting Even Smaller With Help From AI
By holding off on hiring, and sometimes eliminating existing positions, entrepreneurs are growing their products but not their head counts.
British Columbia Sues OpenAI, Alleging ChatGPT Aided Mass School Shooting
The lawsuit alleges that the AI company failed to notify law enforcement and calls out product safety gaps.
OpenAI Urges Washington to Lead Global Effort to Create AI-Safety Standards
President Trump said he wouldn’t stifle growth and that the Justice Department could “rein in things” if needed.
Why Helicopter Parents in China Buy Watches, Not Phones, for Their Kids
Children’s smartwatches are hugely popular in China for preteens, with some models offering advanced location tracking
Trust in Leadership Proves Latest Challenge for Corporate AI Ambitions
Plus: Gemini Hacked Three Companies in First Known Breakout; Trump says he’s launching an ‘AI Force’.
The Morning Risk Report: Polymarket’s Rush to Grow Left a Door Wide Open for Fraudsters
Plus: Crypto blew its big moment and now everyone is pointing fingers, and how Harley-Davidson became a tariff punching bag.
‘The Fuel for AI’ at FedEx
Opinion12 stories
WSJ Opinion: Let Others Eat Cake
I’d sworn off sweets. But my wedding posed a dilemma, says Jack Butler.
Pepper…and Salt
The Hidden Agenda Behind the AI Panic
A mathematical model doesn’t rebel. Anthropomorphizing it helps obscure human errors and accountability.
What Does Trump Want From Xi?
Start with no more help for Iran to target and kill Americans.
Gavin Newsom’s Finest Hour
The California Governor vetoes a bill that would have gutted pension reforms.
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Rob Bonta’s Paramount Bounty
Democratic AGs bless the Warner Bros. deal for a political price. Will David Ellison sell CNN?
The Rise of the German Far Left
A victory in Berlin highlights antisemitism and housing socialism.
The Coming Republican Revolt Against Tariffs
If Republicans lose big in November, watch for them to move away from Trump and back toward Reagan.
Who’s Stronger, Xi or Trump?
Jimmy Lai is more a threat to Beijing in prison than out.
AI’s Threat to China’s Control
Artificial intelligence isn’t very intelligent if its knowledge base is lies and propaganda.
Mamdani Won’t Intimidate Israel
Our prime minister will proudly stand before the General Assembly Thursday.
Sen. Ted Cruz on Justice Thomas and the Supreme Court’s Future
Sen. Ted Cruz sits down with Paul Gigot to discuss why the current makeup of the Supreme Court is the best in his lifetime, his thoughts about running for president, and his new book, “Going Further: The Incomparable Clarence Thomas.”
Lifestyle12 stories
Ari Emanuel on Risk, Rage and Not Counting Other People’s Money
The Hollywood titan shares his unfiltered take on dealmaking, his aggressive mindset—and advising his own children that it’s probably best to skip the rage.
The White Wine for People Who Disagree About White Wine
From crisp and peppery to rich and complex, Grüner Veltliner can please nearly every white-wine drinker. Here’s how to find your bottle.
Gym Bros Are Going to Pilates—and Leaving Shaking Like a Chihuahua
Low-impact workouts are testing the strength of men accustomed to bench-presses and burpees. I gave them a try. It didn’t go well.
The New Ways to Thrive at Work Now, According to Adam Grant
“The currency of success is shifting under our feet,” says the Wharton organizational psychologist.
Disney Theme Parks Defy Industry Slump With Price Cuts and Promotions
Special deals helped boost attendance in Florida and California while traffic thins out at competitors Universal and SeaWorld.
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How Everyday Tiktokers Are Making $6,000 a Month Posting Stealth Ads
An army of social-media users has found a lucrative side hustle in creating promotional content from secondary accounts.
His Restaurant Is One of New York’s Hottest. At Home, He Makes Instant Ramen.
Kwame Onwuachi, the star chef behind New York’s Tatiana and author of a new cookbook, shares his deluxe instant ramen recipe and the secret to his “House Spice” blend.
Inside the Wild Final Chapter of a Movie Director’s ‘Summer Camp on Acid’
Camp John Waters was camp in every sense of the word. Its final session included debaucherous twists, all-out revelry and Ricki Lake.
The All-Electric Subaru That Practically Screams Toyota
The 2026 Trailseeker blends Subaru’s rugged styling with Toyota’s EV architecture, delivering impressive acceleration and ride quality but less-than-stellar range and charging capacity.
Law Firms Have a Big Problem: Senior Partners Aren’t Retiring
It’s not uncommon for lawyers to work well into their 80s. Firms are finding ways to get them to exit and make way for the next generation.
Are Phones Really to Blame for the Rise in Childhood Anxiety?
Boston College psychology professor Peter Gray’s new book argues that change in curriculum and achievement culture has more to do with teen anxiety than social media.
Weddings, Dates and the Best Scotch: How Readers Remember Windows on the World
A history of the it-restaurant destroyed on 9/11 conjured many memories of special occasions.
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