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Thousands Line Up to Receive Boxes of Food in New Jersey

Outside of New York, New Jersey is the state that has been hit hardest by the pandemic. WSJ visited a recent emergency food distribution event in Newark to speak with New Jerseyans about food insecurity during the pandemic.




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Coronavirus Update: California Borrows Federal Cash, United Plans Cuts

California is the first state to borrow federal funds to cover rising jobless claims, United Airlines expects to cut its management ranks by 30%, and the FDA sets standards for antibody tests in a crackdown on fraud. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: Rich Pedroncelli/Associated Press




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Coronavirus Update: Trump Says Task Force to Shift Focus

President Trump said the White House coronavirus task force will continue indefinitely and Airbnb plans to lay off a quarter of its workforce. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: Brendan Smialowski/AFP




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Kim Jong Un Re-Emerges, Strolling and Smoking

State-media footage shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un cutting the ribbon at a fertilizer factory, ending a nearly three-week absence from public view that fueled rumors of his death. Photo: KRT/Associated Press




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Coronavirus Update: ‘Evidence’ Virus Came From Lab, Economies Start to Reopen

The Trump administration steps up assertions that the coronavirus originated at a lab in Wuhan, governments around the world start to allow businesses to reopen, millions of imported masks fall short of N95 standards. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: Scott Keeler/Zuma Press




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Why Some States Are Struggling to Pay Unemployment Claims

As coronavirus closures continue to put businesses on life support, a record number of people are filing jobless claims to overwhelmed state labor departments. WSJ explains why some states are struggling under the historic load. Photo Illustration: Carlos Waters/WSJ




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How Coronavirus Changes Unemployment Insurance for Gig Workers

Gig workers are playing a bigger role in the American economy during the global pandemic. WSJ's Gerald F. Seib explores whether their eligibility for unemployment insurance will continue after the virus passes. Photo: Justin Heiman/Getty Images




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Saudi Arabia's $500 Billion Megacity Dream Clashes With Reality

Saudi Arabia plans to build Neom, a futuristic megacity in the middle of the desert. But residents resisting evictions and a historic collapse in oil prices have raised new questions about the project.




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Andre Harrell Reveals Why He Fired Sean Combs

Andre Harrell talks to the WSJ’s Lee Hawkins about the reasoning behind his decision to fire Sean Combs as his A&R at Uptown Records. Photo Associated Press




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Opinion: The Bernie Sanders Campaign Is Far From Over

Potomac Watch: Bernie Sanders may have given up on the Democratic Presidential nomination but is determined to make Joe Biden unelectable. Image: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters




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Congress Prepares to Weigh Next Round of Coronavirus Relief

This week, Senate lawmakers return to Washington to start working on the next round of aid for households and businesses. WSJ's Gerald F. Seib explains how Congress may need to come to a trade-off that pleases both parties. Photo: Patrick Semansky/AP




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How the Troll Movie’s Streaming Victory Could Remake Hollywood

As movie theaters sit empty during the coronavirus pandemic, some films are being released direct to streaming services and digital platforms, shaking up a distribution model that's been in place for decades. WSJ explains.




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Why Blood From Coronavirus Survivors Could Be a Lifeline for the Sick

A growing number of hospitals are investigating antibody testing and blood plasma therapy as a way to combat the new coronavirus in sick patients. WSJ’s Daniela Hernandez explains. Photo illustration: Laura Kammermann




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Opinion: How We'll Learn to Live With Coronavirus

Wonder Land: The coronavirus lockdown model is about to collapse beneath its own weight, undermined by politics, confusion about the virus itself, and the basics of human nature. Images: AFP/Getty Images Composite: Mark Kelly




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Opinion: How the Democratic Left Uses Moralism as a Political Weapon

Wonder Land: Progressives invented moral trumping as a political weapon against their enemies. Now they’ve exhausted it. Images: Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty images Composite: Mark Kelly




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Movies and Theme Parks: 'Baby Shark' Creators Look to Expand Empire

The South Korean company behind the hit video "Baby Shark" is hoping to expand its empire with films and merchandise while pursuing the next viral sensation. Its strategy aims to beat competitors in an increasingly crowded space for children’s attention. Image: Pinkfong




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Virus Cleanup: Disinfecting Cruises, Nursing Homes, and Hospitals

As many businesses around the world struggle, a Canadian disinfectant company is increasing production to keep up with demand during the novel coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Ron Kolumbus/WSJ




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As Deaths Mount, Covid-19 Proves More Dangerous Than the Flu

Covid-19 is commonly compared to the regular seasonal flu, but one has proven to be more dangerous than the other. WSJ’s Gerald F. Seib explains why the coronavirus is treated more seriously than the flu. Photo: Zuma Press




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Coronavirus Update: Uber, Lyft Cut Jobs, UnitedHealth Offers Discounts

Uber and Lyft are aggressively cutting costs as fewer people take rides, UnitedHealth will offer customers $1.5 billion of help and discounts, and Russia’s Vladimir Putin moves to ease lockdowns amid economic challenges. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: Josh Edelson / AFP




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Tara Reade Says Biden Should Quit Presidential Race

Tara Reade, who has accused former Vice President Joe Biden of sexually assaulting her, said the presumptive Democratic nominee “should not be running” for president, in her first on-camera interview since Mr. Biden denied the allegations. Photo: Megyn Kelly/Associated Press




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Opinion: The FBI’s Flynn Outrage

Potomac Watch: New documents shock the conscience and demonstrate the need for accountability. Images: AFP via Getty Images Composite: Mark Kelly




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Swedish Businesses Remained Open, but Are Suffering Too

Unlike many Western nations, Sweden didn’t order a strict coronavirus lockdown—still, its economy has taken a hit. WSJ’s Stu Woo reports from a country where shops and bars haven’t shut down. Photo: Stu Woo




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How Tesla’s Stock Jumped 200% in Half a Year

WSJ’s Tim Higgins explores how CEO Elon Musk turned Tesla into the most valuable U.S. auto maker of all time. Photo: Philip Pacheco/Getty Images




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Why Fully Recovering From Coronavirus Might Take Longer Than Expected

Understanding how the body clears the new coronavirus is becoming more important as the U.S. begins to reopen. WSJ’s Daniela Hernandez explains how the body fights infection and why feeling better doesn’t equal being virus-free. Photo illustration: Laura Kammermann




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Opinion: The Mueller Coverup

Potomac Watch: With the release of Rod Rosenstein’s “scope” memo, and the Justice Department withdrawal of its case against Michael Flynn, the spotlight turns to Robert Mueller. Image: Getty Images Composite: Mark Kelly




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Senate Republicans Cite Deficit Fears Over Next Round of Virus Aid

As Congress considers another round of aid to offset the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Republican lawmakers are starting to worry about the long-term effects on the federal deficit. WSJ’s Gerald F. Seib explains. Photo: Eric Gay/AP




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The One with Nicole Kidman

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Coronavirus Update: Record Job Losses, California to Reopen

April’s jobs report shows record-high job losses and unemployment, low-risk businesses in California reopen for curbside pickup today, and testing will increase at the White House. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: John Locher/Associated Press




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April’s Record-Setting Jobs Report, Explained

The Labor Department’s survey taken in April shows record job losses for the U.S. WSJ explains the context behind the historic numbers Photo: Justin Lane/EPA/SHUTTERSTOCK




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How to Fix and Strengthen the 401(k)

The 401(k) workplace-savings plan, designed to augment traditional pensions, has become the primary retirement-savings vehicle for many workers, but critics say it isn’t up to the task. WSJ's Anna Prior highlights five key suggestions to strengthen the 401(k). Photo: Getty




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A More Personal Synthetic Voice for Those Who Can't Speak

A wave of new technologies is giving people like Max Plansky, who are unable to speak due to a debilitating condition, a more personal synthetic voice. Photo/Video: Denise Blostein/The Wall Street Journal




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Should Homeowners Ban Drones Over Their Property?

The increased use of personal and commercial drones is raising questions about where they should be permitted to fly, and who should make that decision. The FAA estimates drone sales will reach 7 million by 2020. Photo: John Weber for The Wall Street Journal




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A Gymnast's Death-Defying Leap to Success

Dipa Karmakar, the first female Indian gymnast to qualify for the Olympics, will be performing one of the sport's most dangerous and difficult moves in Brazil in August. Photo: Karan Deep Singh/The Wall Street Journal




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How China Upended Life at India's Ship-Recycling Yards

At the world's biggest ship-recycling yard at Alang, India, life is becoming harder as fewer ships arrive. Here's why. Photo: Karan Deep Singh/The Wall Street Journal




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On-Site Child Care: It's Paying Off at Clif Bar

Clif Bar & Co. is among only 5% of U.S. employers that offer a child care center on-site or near its offices. Kate Torgersen, an 18-year employee, explains how bringing her three children to the company's "Base Camp" child care center has benefited her as a working mother. Photo: Tim Hussin for The Wall Street Journal




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How Confidential Documents Get Stored at the White House

The transcript of President Trump's call with Ukraine shed light on a method for classifying documents that's even more top secret than top secret. WSJ spoke to a former National Security Council official to understand the intricacies of the White House server security system.




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Women Hit Obstacles on the Way to the First Promotion

Men outnumber women nearly 2 to 1 on the first move up the management ladder. WSJ’s Vanessa Fuhrmans explains how this can hurt women right out of the gate.




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Why Women Don’t Get the Feedback They Need

Research shows that getting ahead requires constructive criticism. But many women don’t get those frank assessments.




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Women Are Less Likely to Delegate Than Men

Women are less likely to delegate than men and that might hurt their careers. WSJ's Michelle Ma explains why women have a harder time passing off work to others.




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Jitters in Europe Hitting Asian Markets

Markets in Asia refuse to shrug off worries in Europe. The WSJ's Deborah Kan speaks to Hong Kong Digital Editor Jake Lee about how fears over contagion in Europe are impacting Asia.




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J.P. Morgan Knew of Trading Risks

Some top J.P. Morgan executives and directors were alerted to risky practices by a team of London-based traders two years before that group's botched bets cost the bank more than $2 billion. David Reilly has details on The News Hub. Photo: Bloomberg.




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U.S. Markets Nervous About Direction of Europe

U.S. stock futures advanced, buoyed by gains in European markets, but caution prevailed given increasing worries about Spain's debt crisis. Paul Vigna has details on The News Hub. Photo: Bloomberg.




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The World's Next Big IPO

Malaysian palm-oil producer Felda Global plans to raise $3.2 billion this month in what's likely to be this year's second-biggest IPO. Leslie Josephs reports on Markets Hub. Photo: Reuters.




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Markets Cautiously Try to Rebound From Losses

Stocks edged higher, rebounding from sharp losses on Monday, though caution about Spain's debt crisis lingered ahead of a pivotal weekend election in Greece. Steven Russolillo reports on Markets Hub. Photo: Reuters.




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Study: Mortgage Deduction Gives Profits to Lenders

More than $10 billion a year in U.S. taxpayer subsidies meant to assist house buyers may instead be adding to the profits of lenders. Jack Hough reports on Markets Hub. Photo: Reuters.




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Rise in Bond Yields Fan Spain Bailout Fears

An ominous rise in Spanish government bond yields fanned speculation that the country might need a bailout of its own. Matt Phillips reports on Markets Hub. Photo: Reuters.




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World Economy: Rough Road Ahead

WSJ's Sudeep Reddy checks in on Mean Street with the World Bank's dim outlook for global economic stability over the next several years. Photo: Getty Images.




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CBS's Growth Outpaces Viacom

WSJ Heard on the Street's Miriam Gottfried visits Mean Street to shed light on how Viacom and CBS, since splitting into two companies in 2006, have experienced a role reversal in terms of growth. Photo: Getty Images.




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Stocks Surge on Fed Comments

Stocks pushed to session highs as dovish comments from a Federal Reserve Bank president offset mounting worries about Spain's banking system. Brendan Conway has details on The News Hub. Photo: Reuters.




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Harley-Davidson Goes Electric: Test Riding the LiveWire

Harley-Davidson just debuted the world's first full-size electric sport bike. Auto columnist Dan Neil went to Portland, Ore., to take the LiveWire for a spin. Photo: Harley-Davidson