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U.S. to Downgrade Palestinian Affairs Office in Jerusalem, Officials Say

admin7 May 2025

The U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, plans to shut down a direct communications channel between U.S. diplomats in Jerusalem working on Palestinian issues and agencies in Washington.

How Trump’s Ending of U.S.A.I.D. Threatens a Nation’s Fragile Peace

admin5 May 2025

When Colombia signed a landmark peace agreement with rebels in 2016, it was celebrated internationally for ending a war that had ravaged much of the country for decades. The United States bolstered the peace efforts, helping displaced farmers return ...

Exxon and Chevron Report Lower Profits While Girding for Tariffs

admin2 May 2025

President Trump’s trade policies have helped to push down oil prices while raising the costs of materials for oil and gas companies.

Wednesday Briefing: 100 Days of Trump

admin30 April 2025

Plus, advice on how to be happy.

Adidas Warns Sneakers Will Cost More in the U.S. as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

admin30 April 2025

The chief of the German sportswear giant said that unpredictability surrounding the tariffs prevented the company from issuing a full-year forecast, but he predicted a price increase for American consumers.

U.S. Military Says Its Air Campaign Has Hit More Than 800 Targets in Yemen

admin28 April 2025

President Trump ordered a start to the strikes against the Houthis on March 15. Congressional officials say the campaign has cost well over $1 billion.

Ryder Cup 2025 Team USA projection: Who’s in, who’s out after the Masters

admin26 April 2025

After maybe seven golfers, who are you sure you trust?

Thursday Briefing: Trump Lashes Out at Zelensky

admin25 April 2025

Plus, the perfect pour-over coffee.

Thursday Briefing: Trump Lashes Out at Zelensky

admin25 April 2025

Plus, the perfect pour-over coffee.

Trump’s Tariffs Will Pay Off, for China

admin24 April 2025

No part of the world will be hit harder by President Trump’s barrage of “reciprocal” tariffs than the Asia-Pacific region. Despite his 90-day pause in imposing them, some of Mr. Trump’s steepest tariff rates still hang over developing economies such ...