OPEC Plus Agrees to Pump More Oil in August
The increase, which the group said was a response to “a steady global economic outlook,” was higher than some analysts expected and could lead to lower oil prices.
China’s Rare Earth Origin Story, Explained
Low environmental standards helped China become the world’s low-cost producer of rare earths, but Beijing was also focused on helping the industry.
China Has Paid a High Price for Its Dominance in Rare Earths
Dust and groundwater contaminated with heavy metals and radioactive chemicals pose a health threat that the authorities have been trying to address for years.
Canada’s Indigenous Groups Demand a Say in Carney’s Race to Build
Prime Minister Mark Carney wants to fast-track nation-building projects to remake Canada’s economy. Indigenous groups want a seat at the table.
How Many Dates Should You Go On Before You Start Talking About Money?
Couples tend to dance around discussing how much they earn or owe early in a relationship. But experts agree that talking about money sooner is better than later.
Iran Looks to BRICS for Allies, Testing a New World Order
The alliance of emerging economies hopes to offer a counterweight to the United States and other Western powers. But military strikes on Iran are testing its unity.
S. Daniel Abraham, the Force Behind Slim-Fast, Dies at 100
He turned a tiny family business into a billion-dollar weight-loss empire by replacing calorie counting and forbidden foods with “just add milk.”
White House to Start Notifying Countries About Tariffs, Trump Says
After striking only a few trade deals since declaring a 90-day pause in April, President Trump said he would announce new duties starting Friday.
Why Beef Prices Have Hit a Record
Smaller cattle herds and a decade of headwinds for the industry are expected to push up the cost of burgers and steaks for several years.
China Sets Steep Duties on European Brandy but Spares Biggest Producers
Major Cognac companies made concessions to avoid the worst of the penalties, imposed by Beijing in retaliation for E.U. tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.
A Solid Report Card for the Markets, Despite Shock and Worry
While the Trump administration has engaged in continual disruptions, most investors have prospered.
Could the Electric Hydrofoil Ferry Change the Way We Commute?
New technology can help vessels glide quickly over water in less time and with fewer emissions than their diesel counterparts.
How Republicans Re-engineered the Tax Code
The product of years of Republican effort, the American tax code now blends traditional supply-side economics with President Trump’s populist 2024 campaign promises.
Videos Make #Paydayroutines Everybody’s Business
The tag is being used by TikTok and Instagram users, mostly members of Gen Z, who open up about how they spend their paychecks, down to the dollar.
Why China Isn’t Lecturing Trump About His Costly Bill
Beijing has a history of warning Washington about the safety of its Treasury holdings. This time it may have reasons to stay silent, at least publicly.
Germany’s Rheinmetall, a Maker of Autos and Arms, Is Forging Stronger U.S. Ties
Rheinmetall, an automotive and arms maker, is using a partnership with the builder of F-35 fighter jets to move into aviation and expand its presence in America.
Dispute Over Golden Globes Heats Up
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which ran the awards show until a couple of years ago, has voted to investigate the deal that sold the event to a joint venture.
How the Trump Administration Justified Ignoring the TikTok Ban
In purporting to license otherwise illegal conduct by tech firms, President Trump set a precedent expanding executive power, legal experts warned.
Crumbl’s Benson Boone ‘Moonbeam Ice Cream’ Cookies Are a Hit
With help from social media, Crumbl’s Benson Boone-inspired Moonbeam Ice Cream has received an extended run.
How Trump’s China Tariffs Are Jeopardizing America’s Fireworks Extravaganzas
The pyrotechnics industry relies heavily on Chinese fireworks imports and warns that this could be the last big bang Fourth of July.