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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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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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Warsh Says the Fight Against Inflation Isn’t Over Aug 28, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Aug. 28. Economics correspondent Nick Timiraos reports from Jackson Hole on how investors are interpreting Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s speech. Plus, some of President Trump’s biggest corporate donors are now cutting checks to Democrats, too. WSJ’s White House reporter Annie Linskey explains how American companies are preparing for a potential Democratic comeback in November. And WSJ's global energy reporter Collin Eaton unpacks how Chevron and other U.S. energy companies are closing in on deals worth billions to expand in Venezuela's oil fields. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.

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Are Apprenticeships the Answer as AI Pulls Up the Career Ladder? Aug 28, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Aug. 28. A federal judge finds the Trump administration violated Anthropic’s first amendment rights by deeming it a supply-chain risk. Plus, prosecutors scale up their crackdown on insider trading on prediction markets. And as more young people opt out of even searching for entry-level roles, WSJ reporter Natasha Dangoor details the rising interest in apprenticeships on both sides of the Atlantic. Luke Vargas hosts.

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The GOP’s Contempt Case Against Fauci Hits a Wall Aug 27, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Aug. 27. What happened to the Republican effort to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci? White House Correspondent Natalie Andrews discusses why some Trump administration officials are skeptical of the contempt of Congress case against Fauci. Plus, the FAA moves to fire two air-traffic controllers who left work early before a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport in March. And President Trump signed an executive order to change the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America.” Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.

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‘Nvidia Crushed Everywhere.’ Can the Party Last? Aug 27, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Aug. 27. A bullish AI forecast from Nvidia lifts markets. And despite blockbuster growth and revenue forecasts, IG Markets’ Chris Beauchamp says Nvidia still has more room to run. Plus, Fed chairman Kevin Warsh has so far kept his views on interest rates to himself. But investors hope that’s about to change. And, WSJ’s Tripti Lahiri brings us the latest from the devastating floods in Nepal and China. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Meta Reaches $18 Billion Settlement Over Claims It Harmed Teens Aug 26, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Aug. 26. Tech reporter Meghan Bobrowsky tells us why the Meta settlement could change how teenagers use some of the world’s most popular apps. Plus, the FDA approves a milestone therapy for pancreatic cancer. WSJ reporter Xavier Martinez discusses how the nearly $40,000-a-month drug from Revolution Medicines could change patient outcomes of one the deadliest cancers. And the FBI shuts down a sprawling hacking network linked to China that targeted NASA, the Federal Reserve and critical infrastructure. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.

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Will a U.S. Nuclear Deal Push Saudi Arabia to Recognize Israel? Aug 26, 2026

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A.M. Edition for Aug. 26. President Trump sends his landmark nuclear accord with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, kicking off what’s likely to be months of debate among lawmakers. Oxford Analytica’s Rawan Maayeh breaks down whether the kingdom is likely to normalize relations with Israel as a part of the deal, as Trump has insisted. Plus, Bill Gates issues a stark warning on AI’s impact on jobs and humanity, saying big tech has “no plan”. And we look ahead to Nvidia’s earnings, with sky-high investor expectations for the world’s most valuable company. And Luke Vargas hosts.

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Flock Cameras Are Spreading Across America. So Is the Backlash. Aug 25, 2026

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P.M. Edition for Aug. 25. National affairs reporter Kris Maher discusses how the AI surveillance company has become the target of bipartisan anger. And Canada retaliates against U.S. tariffs with some of its own. Ottawa-based reporter Paul Vieira says the tariffs are strategic—they target products from states in play in the U.S. midterm elections. Plus, Dolly Parton has died. The songwriter behind hits including “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You” was 80 years old. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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