Oil Prices Rise on U.S.-Iran Standoff
President Trump has declared the American cease-fire with Iran is on “life support,” and investors are taking a cautious approach…
YouTube Plays Matchmaker for Sponsors and Stars
The company is trying to help streaming influencers, who are increasingly being wooed by competitors like Netflix and TikTok.
How an ‘Impossible’ Idea Led to a Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough
The new strategy also holds promise for lung and colon tumors. Here’s how scientists discovered it.
Will a Ban on Bromated Flour Change New York Bagels and Pizza?
Bromated flour, which makes breads and crusts stretchy and springy (and cheap), is among the carcinogens forbidden in pending state…
As Trump Heads to Beijing, China Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ for a Fight
Beijing is signaling that it is ready for a trade showdown, and it is building up a legal arsenal in…
Spirit Was the Only Airline in Town. Now What?
Spirit’s presence was a point of pride in Latrobe, Pa., where the security lines were short and airport parking is…
As Visa Policies Tighten, International Students Find Tougher Job Market
Students say they have been passed over for jobs and interviews because of visa restrictions. Some have a Plan B:…
Why Two Big Companies Just Cut Paid Family Leave
Deloitte and Zoom are among the employers reducing support for working parents, signaling a retreat from a “golden age of…
Why Some People Are Allergic to ‘Peanut Butter Raises’
The beloved spread has become a metaphor for things that are less than delicious.
How Brandeis Is Trying to Change College Shopping
A new tool on the university’s website tells you what the first year “will” cost if you get in.