Soybeans are the notable exception, revealing Beijing’s selective approach to fulfilling trade commitments ahead of the summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping.
A surprising number of pastors are running as Democrats this year, challenging Americans’ assumptions about politics and faith.
We’re 43 days away from the midterms. Here’s the state of play.
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The California representative, who is pondering a presidential run, has campaigned for more than 70 left-wing candidates in an effort to harness the left’s deep discontent with the Democratic establishment.
Angry after the defeat of a major crypto bill last week, the industry is planning to spend $30 million against Sherrod Brown in Ohio.
Some praise the idea championed by Vice President JD Vance to direct federal money to support traditional families, while others say it cuts against conservative principles.
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Group tech houses have proliferated across the San Francisco Bay Area in the artificial intelligence boom. One of the most prominent has also racked up an extensive police record.
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Beckoned by the glamour of the start-up space, the industry’s college recruits are joining A.I. companies able to outmatch their consulting salaries.
The populist emphasis on national identity and pride, rather than the sins of the past, finds a deep response in voters adrift in a world they no longer understand.
The United Nations is also searching for a replacement for António Guterres, who has served two terms as the secretary general and is stepping down.
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