The Wall Street Journal

Why San Francisco Hates the Idea of Turning Alcatraz Back Into a Prison

Visitors to the notorious prison contemplated Trump’s idea from inside cramped, windowless cells

Trump to Lift Sanctions on Syria, Touts Deals in Middle East Tour

War-devastated nation seeks U.S. investment to rebuild, as Saudis commit billions in American dealmaking

‘Trump With a Pint’: How Nigel Farage Is Upending British Politics

Farage’s Reform UK is soaring in the polls—and doing better at the ballot box—as voters lose patience with slow economic growth and high immigration

Trump Surprises and Sidelines Israel Ahead of Landmark Middle East Trip

Side deals by the U.S. administration raise questions about how closely in sync the allies are over major challenges in the region

Hamas Releases Last Living U.S. Hostage From Gaza

Edan Alexander’s release marks a diplomatic win for Trump but has brought mixed reactions in Israel

Hollywood Wanted Trump to Bring Movie-Making Back to the U.S.—but Not Like This

Actors and executives working on the issue wanted tax incentives, not tariffs

ICC Set Plan to Charge Netanyahu Just After Prosecutor Was Accused of Sexual Assault

The bold step to pursue the Israeli leader for war crimes built support at the international court for prosecutor Karim Khan as allegations of sexual abuse were surfacing. Khan denies any misconduct.

India, Pakistan Cease-Fire Brokered by U.S. Appears to Hold

The cease-fire came after days of intensifying cross-border clashes

Hamas Says It Will Release Last U.S. Hostage From Gaza

The deal to free Edan Alexander is part of a larger effort by the U.S.

Just When You Thought It Was OK to Skip Breakfast…

The latest nutritional thinking tries to settle the debate about the morning meal’s importance

The App That Makes Rating Restaurants Fun Again—and Gets Better the More You Use It

Looking to cut through the hype and find restaurants you’ll actually love? The founders of Beli were. Now, their app uses your restaurant ratings to connect you with dining discoveries tailored to your own tastes.

India, Pakistan Agree to Cease-Fire After U.S.-Mediated Talks

The cease-fire comes after days of intensifying cross-border clashes.

The Locker-Room Playbook for Managing Gen Z Employees

Gen Zers recently overtook baby boomers in the workforce, posing new challenges for business leaders

The NATO Country With No Military Gets Serious About Defense

Iceland watches nearby Greenland nervously, aiming to avoid tensions with President Trump

Bill Gates Plans to Give Away More Than $200 Billion Over 20 Years

One of world’s most influential philanthropists accelerates timetable for spending almost all of his fortune

An American Pope Will Try to Unify a Divided Church

Onetime math major seen as more measured than Francis; ‘an olive branch to the more conservative wing’

Trump Announces Trade Agreement With Britain

Deal is being closely watched for signs of what the administration wants from talks with other countries

Dyspro-What? Why an Obscure Element Has the EV Industry in a Panic

The rare-earth mineral dysprosium, used for magnets in electric-vehicle motors, is among exports China slowed in response to Trump’s trade war

Black Smoke: Conclave Begins With an Inconclusive Vote

Cardinals cast their first ballot for a new pope in the Sistine Chapel

U.S. Orders Intelligence Agencies to Step Up Spying on Greenland

Effort underscores seriousness of Trump’s intent to acquire the island from Denmark