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Mortgage rates in the United States have climbed to 7%, according to Wall Street Journal coverage examining what the milestone means for the housing market. Higher borrowing costs are expected to pressure affordability for buyers and could cool home sales and price growth, while homeowners with low locked-in rates face less incentive to sell, tightening supply.

The Federal Aviation Administration is expected to delay certification of Boeing's 737 MAX 10 after a new software glitch was identified, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The delay pushes back approval of the largest variant of the MAX family, prolonging a certification process that has already stretched on for years amid heightened regulatory scrutiny of Boeing following earlier safety crises with the 737 MAX program.

OpenAI has scrapped plans to release a new AI model, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing safety concerns. The company reportedly pulled the model after internal evaluations raised questions about its safety. The decision has drawn attention in technology circles, with commentators weighing what it signals about OpenAI's testing standards and the broader race to ship advanced AI systems.

Companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools to help set employee pay, often without workers knowing. The Wall Street Journal reports that employers rely on algorithmic systems to benchmark salaries and determine compensation, raising questions about transparency, fairness and potential bias in how wages are decided across industries.

The Wall Street Journal reports that Donald Trump's plan to host the G-20 with Vladimir Putin in attendance would make it one of the most dramatic summit gatherings in modern history. The prospect of the Russian president joining leaders at a US-hosted G-20 is drawing intense attention as observers weigh the diplomatic implications of such a line-up.

A Wall Street Journal report profiles the business litigator now leading the Justice Department's legal efforts against gender-affirming care for transgender people. The story traces how a lawyer with a commercial litigation background came to head a high-profile and politically charged area of federal policy, drawing attention to the department's shifting priorities and the courtroom battles over transgender healthcare access.

Justice Samuel Alito will not take part in a Supreme Court case concerning climate change, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The decision means the case will be heard by the remaining eight justices, where a recusal can affect the outcome in a closely divided court. No detailed public explanation of his reasons for stepping away was included in the report, and reactions so far focus on what his absence could mean for the case.

A startup is developing artificial intelligence tools designed to detect and counter potential harms caused by AI itself, in what it frames as preparation for a possible 'AI pandemic.' The story was reported exclusively by The Wall Street Journal, highlighting growing investment in defensive AI technologies aimed at spotting misinformation, manipulation or other AI-driven risks before they spread widely.

Samsung has committed $1.0 billion to an AI infrastructure company backed by KKR and Nvidia, according to the Wall Street Journal. The investment signals Samsung's push to deepen its role in the AI buildout, aligning itself with major players financing data centers and computing capacity. The move adds to a wave of large corporate investments flowing into AI infrastructure as demand for computing power surges.

The Wall Street Journal examines the growing number of adult children choosing to sever contact with their parents, a trend often called estrangement. The piece explores the reasons behind these family breakups, including differing values, boundaries, and therapy-informed decisions, and looks at what the rise in cutoffs says about changing family relationships.

OpenAI's AI agents reportedly targeted the United Nations website, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The incident raises questions about the safety of autonomous AI systems and their potential to interact with or disrupt critical international institutions' online infrastructure without human oversight.

A Wall Street Journal reporter returned home to Miami to gauge how Hispanic voters there feel about President Trump and his administration's immigration policies. The piece explores whether Latino communities that helped fuel Trump's gains are reconsidering their support as enforcement escalates, offering on-the-ground perspectives from one of the country's most prominent Hispanic hubs.

Australian sprint freestyler Cam McEvoy, a 50m freestyle world record holder, has explained why many swimmers in the event complete their races without taking a single breath. In the 50m, a sprint lasting barely 20 seconds, breathing is seen as a costly disruption to body position and rhythm, so swimmers rely on oxygen already in their system to reach the wall.

Oil prices have fallen as crude exports through the Gulf recover, easing concerns about shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint that carries a large share of the world's oil. The Wall Street Journal reports exports are returning to normal levels. Markets had been rattled by threats to shipping in the strategic waterway, and the rebound in flows has reassured traders about supply security.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has unveiled new proposals that would expand retail investors' access to private assets, a market traditionally reserved for institutions and wealthy accredited investors. The move signals a push to broaden participation in private markets, though details of the rules and the safeguards involved have yet to be fully laid out.

Friends & Family Capital, a venture capital firm, says startup founders increasingly want hands-on finance support rather than additional board members. In comments reported by the Wall Street Journal, the firm positions itself around providing operational financial help to portfolio companies instead of traditional board governance. The remarks add to ongoing debate about how investors can best support early-stage companies.

IEEE Spectrum has published a history of the Bloomberg Terminal, the ubiquitous financial data terminal that has connected Wall Street professionals to markets since the early 1980s. The piece traces the terminal's evolution from Michael Bloomberg's original vision into a fixture of the financial industry, and the article is drawing broad attention from technology and finance readers online.

The Wall Street Journal reports that Nvidia's large share buyback program has created what it calls phantom value, suggesting the repurchases inflated the chipmaker's market worth beyond fundamentals. Nvidia has spent tens of billions buying back its own stock as its valuation soared during the AI boom. The piece is drawing attention among investors debating whether buybacks are propping up mega-cap tech prices.

A Wall Street Journal exclusive reports that Americans increasingly support populist policies, including price controls, that cut across traditional political labels. The article suggests voters on both sides are open to economic interventions once considered outside the mainstream, signalling a shift in US political debate and pressure on policymakers ahead of upcoming elections.

Apple faces intense competition in China's foldable smartphone market, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Local manufacturers such as Huawei have moved aggressively into foldable devices, putting pressure on Apple as it works to gain ground in a market where premium phone buyers are increasingly drawn to domestic rivals' flexible-screen offerings.

A Wall Street Journal analysis argues that banks have long profited from customers who fail to shop around, leaving money in low-yield accounts and paying avoidable fees. The piece examines whether artificial intelligence tools that compare rates and automate financial decisions could make consumers more proactive, squeezing a profitable source of bank income.

The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note has risen above 5.3%, its highest level since around 2001, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Surging yields are dragging the bond market back to conditions last seen at the turn of the century, signaling heavy selling of long-dated government debt. Investors and analysts are weighing what the jump means for borrowing costs, stocks and the broader economy.

Congress is seeking to assert greater control over federal agencies' handling of energy projects, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The effort signals lawmakers' intent to limit agency discretion over permitting and approvals for energy infrastructure. Debate is expected over how far legislators should go in overriding executive-branch regulators, with implications for energy development and environmental review.

The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury has moved above 5%, a level analysts at the Wall Street Journal's Market Talk describe as a portfolio changer. A 5% risk-free return forces investors to reassess allocations between bonds and equities, raising the bar for stocks and other assets. The jump comes amid expectations of a quicker pace of rate hikes by the Bank of Japan, which has weighed on Japanese government bonds.

The Week is asking readers why the bond market deserves their attention, explaining that bond prices and yields shape borrowing costs for governments, businesses and households alike. Moves in the bond market influence mortgage rates, savings returns and government spending choices, so shifts there can reach far beyond Wall Street into everyday personal finances.

The Wall Street Journal examines how Arc'teryx, once a niche Canadian maker of technical climbing apparel, has transformed into a luxury status brand commanding premium prices far beyond the climbing community. The piece traces the company's shift from functional outdoor gear to a fashion symbol embraced by affluent urban consumers, reflecting a broader trend of outdoor brands crossing into high-end retail and streetwear culture.

The New York Times has published a review of 'This Cursed Beautiful Land,' a novel by journalist Evan Gershkovich. Gershkovich, the Wall Street Journal reporter who was imprisoned in Russia on espionage charges before being released in a 2024 prisoner swap, has drawn wide attention for his debut work of fiction, and readers are following coverage of the book closely.