Zelensky to Make a Case for More Aid in U.S. Visit

The Ukrainian leader’s second trip to America comes at a more delicate diplomatic moment, as he tries to navigate political currents while expressing gratitude for Western support.Read More
Swift Focuses on CBDC Interoperability as Three Central Banks Begin Beta-Testing

Three central banks and monetary authorities and a group of over 30 financial institutions have begun beta-testing a new solution for interlinking central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from financial messaging service provider Swift. Swift explained that the news marks “a new milestone” as it aims to facilitate interoperability between fiat and digital forms of value. […]
California Governor to Sign Landmark Climate Disclosure Bill

The first-in-the-nation law will compel major companies to publicly disclose their carbon dioxide emissions and could have national repercussions.Read More
A Night at the Best Pickup Soccer Game in the World

Every week, a group of former pros gathers for what may be the best pickup soccer game in the world. The appeal is a chance to engage with the sport on their terms.Read More
You Might Be Paying Too Much for That Index Fund
The push toward zero-cost exchange-traded funds nears the finish line.Read More
Ukraine Says It Has Retaken Strategic Village Near Bakhmut

The small village of Klishchiivka is the second settlement in eastern Ukraine that Kyiv’s forces say they have retaken in three days.Read More
McCarthy to Push Pentagon Measure in Effort to Break G.O.P. Spending Impasse

The speaker’s decision to hold a vote on the stalled legislation was a bid to pressure far-right Republicans to drop demands for steeper cuts — or risk public ire for voting against military funding.Read More