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Trump Seems Trapped by Iran War, Even as He Wields the World’s Biggest HammerSun, 26 Jul 2026 13:02:16
A president who thought there were no limits to his power has discovered several, leaving him more frustrated and erratic.
Trump Holds Off on Major War Escalation Against Iran as Advisers Raise ConcernsSun, 26 Jul 2026 00:11:49
Among the worries is that expanded hostilities could dangerously drain the diminished stockpile of air defense munitions in the Middle East.
U.S.-Iran War Pauses for 2nd Straight Day With Both Sides Holding Off on StrikesSun, 26 Jul 2026 12:49:15
President Trump put off plans to escalate the fighting in part because of dwindling stockpiles of interceptor missiles, American officials said.
E.U. Divided Over Barring Imports From Israeli SettlementsSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:13
The discussion about restricting goods from Israeli settlements in occupied territories reflects a European split over whether and how to confront Israel.
Inside the Phone-Throwing Drama at the Troubled, Broke Democratic PartySun, 26 Jul 2026 09:01:33
The Democrats should be well positioned to make gains in this year’s midterms. But inside party headquarters, every week brings paranoia, worries about money and, on occasion, emotional eruptions.
Democrats Reset the Maine Senate Race. Now Comes the Tricky Part.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:01:42
Troy Jackson is replacing Graham Platner, but Republicans are seeking to tie them together as a remade race kicks off with high stakes.
Democratic Socialists Are Winning Big. Now They Want Action.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:00:07
The Democratic Socialists of America, after a string of election victories in New York, is eager to tax the rich and enact anti-Israel policies.
Senate candidate Josh Turek handcycles the Iowa campaign trailSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:54:22
State Representative Josh Turek, the Democrat running to flip Iowa’s open Senate seat, cycled with his hands at an Iowa biking event that took place between two cities nearly 60 miles apart.
An Admiral’s Rise Reveals the Politics Driving Hegseth’s PentagonSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:37
Before he was picked to lead the Navy, Adm. Daryl Caudle found ways to signal his support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s anti-diversity goals.
Why 529 Accounts Make More Sense for Investing Than Trump AccountsSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:01:56
Most young children should have a Trump account. But that doesn’t mean families should prioritize saving in them.
Trump Is Pushing Nuclear Energy, Including Saudi Deal. His Family and Supporters Could Benefit.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:02:04
In some cases, no direct line can be drawn from the president’s domestic nuclear agenda to his family or close allies. But they have overlapping business ties that could position them for gains.
Employers Fear Labor Shortage as Many Immigrants Lose Protected StatusSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:01:34
A recent Supreme Court ruling cleared the way for the Trump administration to end a humanitarian program that has allowed about one million immigrants to work legally in the U.S.
Meet Jeffrey Epstein’s Girlfriend, Who Stands to Inherit Much of His EstateSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:10
Karyna Shuliak, 37, is a complicated and unusual figure in the disgraced financier’s world who has been trying to blend into obscurity since his death.
The Big Questions About Jeffrey Epstein: What The Times Has LearnedSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:05:12
Here is what we know about the sexual predator whose secrets spurred an international reckoning over money, power and complicity. Check back for updates.
Europe Is Heating Up Again This Week. Here’s What to Know.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:39:16
A new heat wave is forecast to hit the continent, piling the pressure on countries that are already fighting deadly wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate.
Berlin Police Search for Suspect in Fatal Attack on Pride ParadeSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:59:47
The hunt for a 21-year-old man with links to local Islamic groups began early Sunday. The police said they were investigating the attack as a possible act of terrorism.
A Captain Calls This Yacht His Home. The Owner Is Selling It.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:28:12
Gavin Bladen oversaw the construction of the luxury catamaran Hemisphere and has lived on it for 15 years. When it changes hands, he may be cast adrift.
‘The Odyssey’ Gives Us the Hero We DeserveSun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:05
Christopher Nolan’s Odysseus is a halfway hero: he wrestles with the problems he creates. That makes him a perfect figure for our modern moment.
Imitation GameSun, 26 Jul 2026 11:45:19
A look at how chatbot answer subjective questions.
20 Years After Its Own Outbreak, an Ugandan Town Beats Back EbolaSun, 26 Jul 2026 04:01:13
The Bundibugyo Ebola virus takes its name from this small town, where it was first discovered in 2007. Now, the species has returned to eastern Congo, halting life on a busy border.
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Suspect in Deadly Berlin Pride Attack Had Been Investigated for Terrorism PlansSun, 26 Jul 2026 11:01:
The man, 21, was still at large Sunday after a van rammed into a crowd in the German capital, killing one person and injuring more than a dozen others.
U.S. and China Are Jockeying for Drone Supremacy on Mount EverestSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:30:
Washington is seeking an edge for American technology in the race to support climbers. But China had a head start.
Saudi Arabia’s Vast Oil Supplies Now Increasingly Depend on a Single ExitSun, 26 Jul 2026 08:13:
Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and closure of the Strait of Hormuz mean the kingdom is relying more heavily on the Suez Canal.
How Russia Uses Sexual Violence to Wage WarSun, 26 Jul 2026 03:00:
Ukrainian former POWs and civilians have recounted sexualized torture they suffered in Russian camps, as evidence grows that the practice has become a core tactic.
Poor Countries Are Aging Fast but Can’t Keep Up With the CostSun, 26 Jul 2026 02:00:
The elderly population is exploding in developing nations like Thailand, where savings and government resources are scant.
Brazil Denies Visas to U.S. Officials Over Election-Interference FearsSun, 26 Jul 2026 00:40:
The move came amid concerns that a Trump delegation could help cast doubt on electronic voting ahead of October’s presidential election.
Unreleased Documentary Footage Captures Graham’s Obsessive Push for Iran WarSun, 26 Jul 2026 10:00:
A filmmaker followed Sen. Lindsey Graham over the past three years, chronicling his relationship with Trump and Netanyahu.
It Isn’t Just Pickaxe: Trump’s Other Potential Nuclear Targets in IranSat, 25 Jul 2026 21:00:
If the U.S. expands the air campaign in Iran, there is an array of nuclear sites that could be in the crosshairs.
Kim Jong Un Is Upgrading His Spy NetworkSat, 25 Jul 2026 18:00:
North Korea is underequipped in intelligence gathering, lacking an international web of spies and tools such as a global satellite network.
India’s Gen Z Protesters Wrest a Victory From Modi GovernmentSat, 25 Jul 2026 14:18:
Youth protesters said they would call off their protest after the education minister stepped down and the government agreed to other key demands.
WSJ.com: Economy
After President Trump replaced expiring tariffs with a host of new ones, here is what to expectSat, 25 Jul 2026 16:00:
The president has replaced expiring tariffs with a host of new ones. Here is what to expect.
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The Everyday Guide to Supersizing Your Retirement AccountSun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:
Even those with modest means can grow their nest eggs bigger than they might think.
WSJ.com: Markets
Investors Don’t Want to Scrap Quarterly Reports. Companies Should Think Twice.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:30:
Information is the lifeblood of the stock market, but regulators want to let companies provide less of it.
Another Bubble Warning: Paying More for the Same Stock in Different PlacesSun, 26 Jul 2026 02:00:
The huge premium between SK Hynix’s American and South Korean shares shouldn’t happen in markets.
WSJ.com: US Business
A Fight Over Dirt Spans Two of Trump’s Controversial D.C. ProjectsSat, 25 Jul 2026 15:00:
Soil dug up from White House ballroom construction is now at the center of litigation over the president’s plan to renovate a nearby public golf course.