WSJ What’s News

P.M. Edition for Dec. 4. The pandemic made Americans richer, but the gains were uneven and fleeting. Plus, U.S. Supreme Court justices weigh the uncomfortable settlement between opioid victims and Purdue Pharma. And investors are betting on transmission projects to get clean energy into U.S. cities. Shelby Holliday hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 4. The Journal’s Gordon Fairclough provides an update on reporter Evan Gershkovich’s detention in Russia on espionage charges that he, the Journal, and the U.S. government vehemently deny. Here’s how to send Evan a message of support. Plus, the creators of Oxycontin have their day at the Supreme Court, as some victims’ families say they won’t settle with the owners of Purdue Pharma. And Spotify announces layoffs for the third time this year. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which companies benefited most from strong Black Friday sales? And how did investors react to Tesla’s Cybertruck launch and General Motors’ massive stock buyback plan? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 1. Embattled New York Rep. George Santos has been expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives, over allegations he stole money from his own campaign. Congressional reporter Katy Stech Ferek has more. Plus, Israel plans to kill Hamas leaders around the world, after its war in Gaza. Reporter Dion Nissenbaum has more on this WSJ exclusive. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 1. Elon Musk unveils Tesla’s long-awaited Cybertruck pickup, behind schedule and more expensive than promised. Reporter Rebecca Elliott explains. Plus, Israel resumes combat operations in Gaza as a week-long cease fire stalls. Middle East Correspondent Stephen Kalin discusses the latest. And TikTok wins a reprieve from a Montana law banning the app. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 30. The Dow rallied today, and all three major indexes ended November with strong monthly gains. And OPEC+ agrees to cut oil production by another one million barrels a day. Plus, the U.S. warns Turkey to stop supporting Hamas and Russia. Illicit finance reporter Ian Talley has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 30. The controversial statesman Henry Kissinger, who shaped Cold War history as a presidential adviser and Secretary of State, has passed away. WSJ writer Alan Cullison explains how Kissinger’s legacy of navigating great power conflict resonates now more than ever. Plus, Israel and Hamas agree to extend their truce for another day. And reporter Matthew Dalton breaks down what to watch for as leaders tackle global warming at U.N. climate talks. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 29. Health insurance giants Cigna and Humana are discussing a tie-up, which would create a new powerhouse in the industry. Plus, General Motors announces $10 billion in stock buybacks, as CEO Mary Barra seeks to reassure investors about the health of the core business. Autos reporter Mike Colias has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 29. A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in its final day, after being extended by 48 hours earlier in the week. WSJ Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin explains how mediators are hoping to translate the short-term fighting pause into something more lasting. Plus, Apple pulls the plug on its credit-card partnership with Goldman Sachs. And editor Alex Frangos reflects on the legacy of Berkshire Hathaway’s Charlie Munger. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 28. Data from McKinsey & Co. show that U.S. companies have lost momentum in promoting Black professionals into management. Workplace reporter Ray A. Smith has more on this WSJ exclusive. Plus, the federal government is struggling to meet its return-to-office goals. Reporter Peter Grant explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 28. After disrupting the clothing industry, China-founded Shein could soon test the U.S. public-listing market with a massive IPO. Journal editor Alex Frangos explains the scrutiny it is likely to face before then. Plus, we’ll look at Germany’s dramatic response to fiscal stress being felt across much of the world. And a passenger jet running on sustainable fuel embarks on a first-ever trans-Atlantic flight. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 27. Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their four-day truce for another two days. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin reports. And a WSJ investigation finds that Instagram’s algorithm shows a toxic mix of videos to adults who follow children on the platform. Technology reporter Jeff Horwitz explains. Plus, food and agriculture policy reporter Kristina Peterson explains how whiskey is getting caught in a U.S.-EU trade fight. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 27. Israel and Hamas are in the fourth and final day of a halt in fighting that has seen Hamas release dozens of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. WSJ correspondent Stephen Kalin explains where the two sides and the U.S. stand on a possible extension of the ceasefire. Plus, Black Friday sales increase even as brand loyalty wanes. And good climate news, as green tech tops expectations. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 24. A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has started, setting the stage for a four day truce in the fighting. WSJ Middle East correspondent Stephen Kalin explains what this means for aid entering the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages. Plus, Elon Musk calls Swedish strikes against Tesla "insane." And, how toys won’t be flying off the shelves this Black Friday. Kate Bullivant hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 22. The FBI is investigating an explosion at the Rainbow Bridge, in Niagara Falls. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says the U.S. wants Israel and Hamas to abide by a hostage deal and four-day pause in fighting. WSJ pharmaceuticals reporter Joseph Walker discusses why a pair of U.S. senators is seeking a federal investigation into the role of health insurers in driving up prices for generic drugs. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 22. After days of turmoil at the company synonymous with the AI tech boom, co-founder Sam Altman is set to retake the helm as chief executive. WSJ tech reporter Tom Dotan explains whether that will pacify OpenAI’s investors and employees. Next, correspondent Jared Malsin breaks down an overnight deal between Israel and Hamas to release 50 hostages. Plus, why Ozempic may be your unexpected Thanksgiving guest and how to navigate that and other tricky topics without ruining your meal. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 21. Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has stepped down and pleaded guilty to violating U.S. anti-money-laundering requirements. According to court documents, Binance will also pay $4.3 billion dollars in fines. Plus, Israel and Hamas are on the cusp of a deal to free Israeli hostages taken on October 7. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 21. Chipmaker Nvidia is expected to report a quarterly profit of $7.2 billion when it posts results later today. WSJ reporter Charley Grant explains whether the company behind much of the S&P 500’s gains this year can spark more gains. Plus, issues pile up at GM’s self-driving car unit Cruise. And WSJ. Magazine’s Sarah Ball on Travis Kelce’s (very public) reckoning with superstardom and his career after football. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 20. The majority of OpenAI’s employees have threatened to leave the company, unless the board resigns and reinstates its former CEO Sam Altman, who was ousted on Friday. Investigative reporter Keach Hagey has the latest. And shares of Microsoft—which still maintains its 49% ownership stake in OpenAI and is the company’s largest investor—closed at an all-time high today. Reporter Tom Dotan has more on what the company stands to gain amid the turmoil at OpenAI. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 20. After an unsuccessful bid to return to OpenAI, Sam Altman is heading to Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team. WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner reflects on a wild weekend in the AI world and the decisions facing Microsoft. Plus, Israel and Hamas consider a deal to pause fighting and free hostages. And as sales plateau, carmakers ask: are Americans falling out of love with EVs? Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices