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WSJ What’s News

What’s News brings you the biggest news of the day, from business and finance to global and political developments that move markets. Get caught up in minutes twice a day on weekdays, then take a step back with our What’s News in Markets wrap-up on Saturday and our What’s News Sunday deep dive.

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Why Nvidia’s Buying AI Platform Hugging Face for $13 Billion Sep 03, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Sept. 3. WSJ reporter Robbie Whelan discusses how with its latest deal for AI platform Hugging Face, chip giant Nvidia is promoting open-weight AI models that compete with OpenAI and Anthropic. Plus, we’re still two years away from the next presidential election, but some Republican hopefuls are already testing the waters. We hear from Journal White House correspondent Natalie Andrews about who may have President Trump’s backing and how Senator Ted Cruz is going over with voters in Iowa. And feminist icon Gloria Steinem dies at age 92. Alex Ossola hosts.

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No End in Sight for Iran War Sep 03, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Sept. 3. The U.S. is extending its troop deployments to the Middle East well into 2027, putting the prospects of an end to the Iran war further away. WSJ’s Jared Malsin and Matt Dalton explain what that means for the troops, the U.S. war effort and energy price-driven inflation. Plus, Russia gains the upper hand in Ukraine, with a barrage of new drones. And Uber’s global robotaxi push faces a litmus test on the mean streets of London. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Google Scores a Win in Antitrust Decision Sep 02, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Sept. 2. A federal judge today decided that Google doesn’t have to break up its online advertising business, rejecting a request from the Justice Department. Journal reporter Dave Michaels discusses why the decision is such a big win for Google, and a loss for the antimonopoly movement. Plus, Chevron is one of several energy companies to invest in Venezuela’s oil fields, a big win for the Trump administration. And if you’ve been weighing whether to sign up for one of those airport-security line-cutting programs like TSA PreCheck or Clear, travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson has got you covered with her favorite new option. Alex Ossola hosts.
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Why Global Investors Are Dumping Government Bonds Sep 02, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Sept. 2. Bonds are selling off again with investors left unimpressed by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s seeming indifference to the recent rise in yields. Economics editor Paul Hannon and WSJ reporter Chelsey Dulaney explain how the bond rout is impacting markets, consumers and businesses and what it will take to calm investors. Plus, Open AI restricts its latest AI model, rating it a 'critical' cyber risk. And Google tries to challenge the frontrunners in agentic coding. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Bond Yields Around the World Soar Sep 01, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Sept. 1. An unruly bond market is sending borrowing costs to their highest levels in decades. Financial markets reporter Jack Pitcher discusses why there’s a global selloff in bonds. One reason? The escalation in fighting in the Middle East, as the U.S. launches a new wave of strikes against Iran. Plus, Hollywood reporter Ben Fritz goes into how the industry is skeptical of Paramount head David Ellison’s promise to release 30 movies in theaters every year after merging with Warner Bros. Discovery. And the House passes a measure funding the government past the midterms. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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Tim Cook Took Apple to $5 Trillion. John Ternus Must Win on AI. Sep 01, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Sept. 1. Apple has a new CEO in the form of John Ternus. WSJ reporter Rolfe Winkler explains how Ternus not only has to follow iconic leader Tim Cook, but also come up with an industry-winning plan for AI. Plus, the SEC asks whether firms promising pre-IPO shares in hot companies actually hold those positions. And President Trump backs the film and TV industry in the hopes that a federal tax credit can save Hollywood. Luke Vargas hosts.

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The AI Therapist: A WSJ Podcast Series

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Profits Boom for America’s Biggest Companies Aug 31, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Aug. 31. The second quarter was a good one for S&P 500 companies. Per-share earnings soared 53% and many companies have raised their guidance. WSJ reporter Theo Francis explains what’s propelling those gains. Plus, the Federal Trade Commission sues Amazon for allegedly manipulating prices for ads on its site—and making billions from merchants. And the Supreme Court allows President Trump to keep building his White House ballroom. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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U.S. Strikes Iran to Block New Sea Mines in Strait of Hormuz Aug 31, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Aug. 31. The U.S. strikes Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices higher on concerns of a flareup in fighting. Plus, as the leaders of Russia and China converge against the West on supporting Iran, WSJ’s Thomas Grove explains how their fortunes are diverging, with Beijing holding Russia’s economy hostage. And a look at how President Trump’s China tariffs have propelled Vietnam’s economy, as manufacturers shift production. Luke Vargas hosts.

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The Summer a Global Water Crisis Arrived Aug 30, 2026

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As summer draws to a close across the northern hemisphere, water scarcity has never been a more pressing or visible issue after record heat waves and drought experienced by Americans and Europeans. With hot and unpredictable weather now a reality, and major rivers running dangerously low, WSJ climate and energy editor Ed Ballard discusses the economics of a water crisis, and what can be done to keep taps running, fields productive and industry humming.

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Further Reading

El Niño Is the Next Risk Hanging Over the Global Economy

Heat Waves Are Becoming a Chronic Drag on the Economy

The World Is Running Out of Clean Water. This Technology Promises to Fix It.

San Diego Now Has So Much Water That It’s Selling It

Why the Middle East’s Desalination Plants Are Critical

Extreme Weather Is Hammering Europe’s Summer Harvest, EU Says

Europe Chastised Trump’s Climate Rollback. Now It’s Delaying Its Own Green Goals.

How to Put Out Wildfires Fueled by World War II Ammo? Try Driverless Tanks.

Water Crisis Deepens on the Colorado River

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What’s News in Markets: Nvidia’s Victory Lap, Callaway Lands in the Rough, Sneaker Slump Aug 29, 2026

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Can Nvidia keep propping up the AI trade? And will Callaway’s controversial ad cost the brand customers? Plus, why are footwear and sneaker stocks getting marked down? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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