Lawmakers Seek Answers From Meta About Ads for Illicit Drugs
A bipartisan group of 19 legislators sent a letter to Meta Platforms asking why such ads on Instagram and other apps have […]
Corrections & Amplifications
Corrections & Amplifications for the edition of Aug. 16, 2024.
Australia Shares Shaping for Strong Open
Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 is shaping for a strong open after U.S. stocks rose on easing fears of an economic slowdown.
Harris to Unveil Housing Initiatives Aimed at First-Time Buyers
The Democratic nominee is expected address thorny economic issue by calling for more construction and tax incentives.
Systemic Test Racism in Chicago
Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates says black students can’t succeed on tests.
How the Biden-Harris Economy Left Most Americans Behind
A government spending boom fueled inflation that has crushed real average incomes.
The Vice President’s Biggest Speech
In July 1988, George H.W. Bush was famous but unknown—and down in the polls by 17 points.
One of America’s Biggest Ranches Is Hitting the Market for $142 Million
The Horton family’s Great Western Ranch, which spans roughly 500,000 acres in New Mexico, covers more ground than the city of Houston.
Olipop Breaks Into the Exclusive World of Stadium Soda
The soda brand is cozying up to new venues not beholden to historic deals with PepsiCo and Coca-Cola.
Trump’s Reaganite ‘Iron Dome’ Idea
Relying on the threat of a second strike makes even less sense today than it did during the Cold War.
Canada’s Government Rejects Call to Intercede in Rail Dispute
Canada’s government declined to intervene in a dispute between the country’s two biggest rail operators and unionized workers that threatens to disrupt […]
Las Vegas Strip Casino Accused of Hosting Criminals
Nevada regulators said Resorts World casino executives ignored signs suggesting that some of their high-rolling customers—includng a bookie with ties to the […]