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WSJ What’s News – The Wall Street Journal

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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The Ad That Ended US-Canada Trade Talks Oct 24, 2025

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A.M. Edition for Oct. 24. President Trump has abruptly ended all trade negotiations with Canada, after Ontario released an ad featuring Ronald Reagan speaking negatively about tariffs. Plus, the White House confirms Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will meet in South Korea next week. And WSJ’s Anvee Bhutani details the upcoming funding cliffs as the government shutdown begins to pinch American workers and families. Kate Bullivant hosts.

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What an FBI Probe Into Illegal Betting Means for the NBA Oct 23, 2025

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P.M. Edition for Oct. 23. More than 30 people, including Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, were charged today in an investigation into illegal gambling, rigged poker games, and match-fixing in the NBA. We hear from WSJ sports reporter Jared Diamond about what this means for the league, and the role that legal gambling platforms may have played in the alleged crimes. Plus, in an exclusive, we report that President Trump has pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, which may pave the way for the world’s largest crypto exchange to return to the U.S. And struggling food company Beyond Meat became one of the most traded stocks in the U.S. yesterday. WSJ markets reporter Hannah Erin Lang joins to discuss why the company’s stock is the latest to become a meme, and what it means for the company in the long term. Alex Ossola hosts.

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How Washington Just Turned Up the Heat on Putin Oct 23, 2025

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A.M. Edition for Oct. 23. In a first for President Trump’s second term, the U.S. is imposing direct sanctions on oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, crippling Russia’s war chest. WSJ’s Laurence Norman says it’s a milestone moment for the U.S. and its allies, as they look to end the war in Ukraine. Plus, Tesla’s stock drops off-hours as Elon Musk derails the earnings call for a chat about his pay package. And WSJ’s Jack Pitcher explains why some popular funds are racking up huge losses. Caitlin McCabe hosts.

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How the Rising Cost of Health Insurance Is Hitting Companies and Workers Oct 22, 2025

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P.M. Edition for Oct. 22. The cost of health insurance keeps rising, with the average price for a family plan this year reaching just under $27,000. WSJ reporter Anna Wilde Mathews explains what’s driving costs higher and how that affects workers. Plus, the U.S. and Israel are considering a plan that would divide Gaza into separate zones controlled by Israel and Hamas. Journal correspondent Dov Lieber tells us what that idea could mean for the peace process. And Amazon is testing new warehouse robots and AI tools that could make its workers more efficient… and less necessary. Alex Ossola hosts.

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The Price for a U.S. Bailout of Argentina Oct 22, 2025

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A.M. Edition for Oct. 22. We’re exclusively reporting that the Trump administration is pushing Argentina to limit China’s influence in the country. Plus, WSJ’s Anat Peled details how a flurry of White House officials have touched down in Israel to help shore up the fragile cease-fire deal. And how the bankruptcy of tween retailer Claire’s has sent lawyers and a judge down memory lane. Caitlin McCabe hosts.

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Warner Bros. Discovery Is Exploring a Sale Oct 21, 2025

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P.M. Edition for Oct. 21. Warner Bros. Discovery said it’s considering a sale of some or all of its media assets. WSJ media and entertainment reporter Joe Flint discusses what’s driving this moment of consolidation in the entertainment industry. Plus, General Motors reported better-than-expected third-quarter results, sending its stock soaring. And amid a glut of unaffordable housing, a growing number of renters nationwide are applying with fraudulent paperwork. We hear from WSJ real estate reporter Deborah Acosta about what happens to fraudsters and what the trend means for renters and landlords. Alex Ossola hosts.

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The Tech Wizardry Needed to Stop Drones Oct 21, 2025

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A.M. Edition for Oct. 21. President Trump demolishes part of the White House as he begins construction on his new $250 million ballroom. Plus, WSJ editor Dan Michaels looks at some of the new tech including Spiderman-like nets that European countries are looking to buy, to keep drones at bay. And, we look at how millennial and Gen Z consumers are getting their hands on luxury - at a major discount. Caitlin McCabe hosts.

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Soaring Insurance Rates Have States Considering Price Caps Oct 20, 2025

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P.M. Edition for Oct. 20. The cost of home and auto insurance in the U.S. has risen so dramatically that lawmakers in some states are considering price controls. But, as WSJ reporter Jean Eaglesham tells us, that approach may have downsides. Plus, millions of internet users struggled to use major websites and apps today as an Amazon Web Services outage persisted for hours. And Apple closed at a record high following news of strong iPhone sales. Alex Ossola hosts.

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Apps, Websites Hit by Major Outage at Amazon Web Services Oct 20, 2025

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A.M. Edition for Oct. 20. Facebook, Snapchat and Robinhood are just a few of the hundreds of companies affected by the outage overnight. Trump vows to halt U.S. aid to Colombia, as the president turns up the heat on Latin America. And, U.S. stocks might be close to all time highs, but Rebecca Feng says warning signs are flashing just below the surface. Caitlin McCabe Hosts hosts.

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An Economy Built on Speculation—for Better and for Worse Oct 19, 2025

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From the land mania following the Revolutionary War to the AI craze now, speculation is in the American economy's DNA. These kinds of big bets have shaped our present and continue to fuel tomorrow's economic growth. Host Katherine Sullivan unpacks the past and future of American speculators. This episode is part of The Wall Street Journal’s USA250: The Story of the World’s Greatest Economy, a collection of articles, videos and podcasts aiming to offer a deeper understanding of how America has evolved.

Further Reading:

From Sports to AI, America Is Awash in Speculative Fever. Washington Is Egging It On.

Capitalism and Democracy Often Clash in America. They Usually End Up Better for It.

Financial Bubbles Happen Less Often Than You Think

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