Politics
Sparing the Horse, Brussels Warms Up to the Electric Carriage
The city’s last horse-drawn carriage operator says business is good since making the switch, placing the Belgian capital in the…
Elon Musk Closes X Office in Brazil Over Fight With Judge
The billionaire said he would shutter his social network’s Brazil operations instead of complying with a Brazilian judge’s orders to…
Democrats Unveil Convention Platform With Familiar Themes
The party is calling for tax increases on corporations and the rich while also focusing on working families, infrastructure, climate…
Harris and Walz Venture Into Less-Friendly Terrain to Court Pennsylvania Voters
The Democratic presidential ticket went to the crucial swing state on Sunday to visit areas that are competitive and somewhat…
Democrats’ Unity Convention Has One Giant Exception: The Gaza War
Harris campaign officials and Democratic leaders have stepped up outreach to Arab and Jewish voters before the event, but large…
Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in Connecticut Leads to Car Rescues
There were no immediate reports of injuries from the flooding, which came after some towns reported as much as nine…
A.I. Is Helping to Launch New Businesses
Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.
Social Media Influencers to Speak at the Democratic Convention
While they have millions of followers on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, this week they will share the podium with…
Vance Cites ‘Gangs of New York’ to Defend Claims About Immigration
Citing the movie “Gangs of New York,” JD Vance, the Republican vice-presidential nominee, said that immigration would create “ethnic enclaves”…