Strikes on Hezbollah in Beirut and Hamas in Tehran have added new risks as diplomats try to head off an escalation.
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Higher
Gold settled 1.1% higher, up four of the past six sessions, and silver rose 2.4%, up two of the past three sessions.
Iran Is Working to Undercut Trump in Presidential Election, U.S. Spy Agencies Say
Tehran’s preference is rooted in concerns about a Donald Trump presidency fanning tensions with the U.S., according to intelligence officials.
Weakness Won't Deter Hezbollah After Its Soccer-Field Attack
A strong show of U.S. support and weapons for Israel would do far more to prevent a larger regional war.
Elon Musk Shares Edited Version of Kamala Harris Campaign Ad
The billionaire’s X social-media platform forbids sharing synthetic and manipulated media.
Trump Looks to Regain Campaign Edge After Rough Week
Republicans are sharpening their verbal attacks on Kamala Harris, the expected Democratic presidential nominee, who has rapidly erased the former president’s leads in polling and fundraising.
Katie Ledecky Is Finally Vanquished by the Rivals She Helped Create
The U.S. swimming legend was forced to settle for bronze as Ariarne Titmus took gold in a star-studded 400 meter freestyle showdown.
Biden Ends His 2024 Campaign, Olympic Games Begin
California wildfires, fliers left stranded after CrowdStrike bug, Typhoon Gaemi hits Asia and more images from around the world, selected by The Wall Street Journal photo editors.
Deadly Rocket Strike on Soccer Field Raises Risk of Escalation with Hezbollah
The militant group denied responsibility for the attack, which left 10 young people dead and many injured
A Fake Particle Physicist, a Car Wreck and a Forgetful Recruiter
First impressions can make all the difference in the world. Not always in a good way.
OpenAI Tests SearchGPT, Taking Aim at Google
Built with input from publishers, the search engine will summarize real-time information found on websites, including news sites.
'The Horse' Review: Beast of Burden, Partner in Battle
Horses brought to those who tamed them the gifts of strength, speed and stamina. Their use in combat would transform the art of war.
Comex Gold Settles Higher, Silver Falls
Gold settled 0.4% higher, up for a second consecutive session, while silver edged down, snapping a two-session winning streak.
Comex Gold Settles 0.5% Higher at $2404.60
Front-month Comex gold for July delivery gained 0.5% to $2404.60 — snapping a four session losing streak.
New Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings -- Week Ending July 21, 2024
A list of some new chapter 11 bankruptcy filings made during the last week.
'This Earthly Globe' Review: Anthologizing Adventure
Renaissance authorities restricted access to geographic discoveries. A Venetian scholar set out to unveil them in print.
Joe Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race
President Biden said he was ending his presidential run, after failing to quell a Democratic rebellion against his candidacy following a catastrophic debate performance. His decision caps a five-decade political career and marks one of the most monumental political collapses in American history.
These Are the Democrats Who Have Called for Biden to Drop Out
The Wall Street Journal is tracking public comments by members of Congress about the president’s run for a second term.
Trump Rally Shooting, Carlos Alcaraz Wins Wimbledon
Evan Gershkovich verdict by Russian court, EURO 2024 Championship, Canadian wildfires and more images from around the world, selected by The Wall Street Journal photo editors.
Elizabeth Warren Signals Support for Harris if Biden Drops Out
Liberal U.S. senator from Massachusetts says Biden has “a really big decision to make.”
Stocks Drop During Tech Outage at End of Volatile Week
The Dow industrials and Nasdaq fell after a global technology outage knocked out operations for a range of companies and forced airlines to ground flights.
Amex Has a Gold Opportunity
American Express shares have evaded most worries about the American spender, but hit a bit of a speed bump after the company’s latest earnings report.
Biden Gives Putin a Sanctuary
His policy of restricting Ukraine’s use of U.S. weapons on Russian soil is utterly self-defeating.
Heat Waves Are Becoming More Common. Here's How to Stay Cool (and Safe) While Traveling.
These days, a summer vacation to parts of the U.S. or to Europe can mean dealing with heat waves. Here, experts share their coping mechanisms, from packing tips to must-have apps.
House Democrats Circulate Letter Opposing 'Virtual Roll Call' for Biden
The letter states that holding a virtual roll call as early as later this week–rather than a traditional state-by-state roll call on the convention floor in Chicago–could damage party unity and interrupt the current discussion on whether Biden should remain the party’s pick
Dow Jumps About 650 Points
The broader stock market is approaching record highs as banks have reported big gains in investment-banking revenue. Retail sales held steady in June, defying forecasts for a contraction.
Rest of World Watches U.S. Turmoil With Growing Alarm
The attempted assassination of Donald Trump and President Biden’s repeated gaffes are reinforcing an impression outside the U.S. that the world’s pre-eminent superpower is entering a turbulent and unpredictable period.
Trump Taken Off Stage After Apparent Shots Fired at Rally
The former president was taken off stage by secret service agents after what sounded like multiple shots were fired at a rally in Butler, Pa. The Secret Service had no immediate comment.
Trump Taken Off Stage After Apparent Shots Fired at Rally
Former President Donald Trump was taken off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday after what sounded like multiple shots were fired.
Judge Dismisses Involuntary Manslaughter Charge Against Alec Baldwin
The ruling ended a yearslong legal saga over a fatal shooting on the set of “Rust.”
Too 'Goooood' to Be True: Testy Djokovic Gets a Wimbledon Rematch with Alcaraz
The seven-time winner, weeks removed from knee surgery, chases a historic 25th major title against the Spanish dynamo and defending champ.
What AT&T Customers Need to Know About the Massive Hack, Data Breach
The cellphone carrier said the stolen data was mostly from 2022 and encompassed nearly all its wireless customers.
Why Some Hair Just Can't Be Styled
Got a chaotic haystack? You may have finer strands whose thin molecular bonds can’t resist interference from water or humidity.
Biden, Texas Officials Spar Over Beryl Response as Outages Persist
More than 1.6 million Houston-area residents remain without power in the sweltering heat for a third straight day following the storm.
xAI Appears to Confirm Ended Talks with Oracle Over Expanded AI Chips Agreement
Elon Musk appeared to confirm that xAI has ended talks to expand an existing arrangement with Oracle to rent Nvidia chips as his AI company builds a data center in Memphis, Tenn.
This Is How President Biden 'Beat Medicare'
His Inflation Reduction Act leaves patients with less access to medicines and higher premiums.
'On Call' Review: Anthony Fauci Makes His Case
The nation’s top medical adviser during the pandemic has no regrets despite the vast collateral damage of lockdowns and school closures.
Kamala Harris's Achievement
It’s something Republicans have tried and failed to do for the past 35 years.
'Domestic Manners of the Americans': Fanny Trollope's Old-World Wit
The English novelist’s travelogue, bursting with mordant humor and exuberant prose, is an account of her sojourn in the U.S., including—horror of horrors—a trip along the Mississippi River.
Carlyle in Advanced Talks to Acquire Baxter's Vantive
The deal would value the Baxter spinoff at more than $4 billion.
For $10.25 Million: A New Orleans Mansion With a Wine Cellar, 'PsychedelicRoom' and Ghosts
The infamous Lalaurie Mansion, which spans roughly 10,300 square feet in the city’s French Quarter, is rumored to be haunted.
Biden Tries to Prove He Is Still Democrats' Best Bet
The president warned that the winner of the election would control the future of the Supreme Court, as he continued to try to tamp down Democrats’ worries about his ability to defeat Donald Trump.
How to Build Your Best Beach Cooler
These sophisticated spritzes, ciders, beers and bottled cocktails make a refreshing change from an anemic, poorly chilled six-pack. Follow this expert cooler-packing advice, and your drinks will stay cold all day, too.
A Tech Entrepreneur's 50-Acre Property on Kauai's North Shore Asks $30 Million
One of the Hawaiian island’s largest estates, the property includes three homes and a hexagonal yoga studio.
Approval of Eli Lilly's New Alzheimer's Drug Will Accelerate New Era of Treatment
Lilly’s Kisunla was shown in a study to slow the decline of Alzheimer’s patients.
The Supreme Court's Notable Cases of the 2023-24 Term
The court has wrapped up a term that included blockbuster cases about former President Donald Trump, hot-button social issues, questions of free speech and matters of importance to the business community.
Outside Boston, a Top-Ranked Tennis Player's Home With a U.S. Open-Quality Court Comes on the Market
Tiina Smith, who ranks nationally among women over 60, and her husband, Lawrence Rand, built the hard court at their $16.25 million Weston house.
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