Fed Governor Defends Call for Big Rate Cuts
In a wide-ranging interview, Stephen I. Miran discussed why he thinks concerns about inflation are overblown and his worries about…
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Exxon’s and Chevron’s Profits Fall as Oil Prices Stay Low
But the companies and other large oil producers are continuing to increase production because drilling still remains profitable.
Trump Calls on Republicans to End Filibuster in Shutdown Fight
The president said it was time for G.O.P. leaders to get rid of the longstanding rule that means most Senate…
Carney Plans to Meet With Xi to Try and Reset Relations
The leaders of Canada and China met for the first time in eight years to try to reset relations after…
In Louisiana, Threat of Lost SNAP Food Benefits Is Rattling the Vulnerable
The state has vowed to step in and provide food assistance for many who face a cut-off in federal SNAP…
Xi Delivers Veiled Warning to Nations Not to Take the U.S.’s Side
At an Asia-Pacific summit, the Chinese leader urged countries to “resist unilateral bullying,” an appeal that seemed at odds with…
How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Benefited From Rule Changes to Reach the World Cup
A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up…
Executions and Mass Casualties: Videos Show Horror Unfolding in Sudan
Evidence of atrocities emerging from the city of El Fasher stoked fears that the Sudanese region of Darfur is plunging,…
Ukraine Gamifies the War: 40 Points to Destroy a Tank, 12 to Kill a Soldier
Drone teams compete to ascend a scoreboard that rewards units for successful attacks. Ukrainian officials say the contest helps keep…
Air Traffic Controller Staff Shortage Causes Delays in Orlando and at Other Airports
The F.A.A. warned that a lack of certified air traffic controllers in Orlando could cause delays throughout the East Coast.