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Former President Bill Clinton refuted what he called the “cartoon” image of Hillary Clinton created by Republicans, by offering up the "real" Hillary Clinton and her record of "positive change-making." Photo: AP
Democrats Hail Clinton’s Historic Nomination
Hillary Clinton’s nomination sets the stage for a battle to prove to voters that she is someone they can trust in the White House. The roster of validators tapped to send that message ranged from her vanquished primary challenger, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, to her husband, former President Bill Clinton. 508
Landmark Moment Divides Generations of Women
Mrs. Clinton’s candidacy reflects hard-fought gains in gender equality so widespread that some women see little urgency in crashing another barrier. 189
Democrats Achieve an Uneasy Détente at Convention
A fragile détente binding the dueling wings of the Democratic Party held together, quieting unhappy Bernie Sanders supporters and allowing Hillary Clinton’s team to tamp down signs of upheaval.
Islamist Terrorists Kill French Priest
Two followers of Islamic State killed a priest while he was celebrating Roman Catholic Mass, the first time a church has been attacked amid a wave of terrorist violence rocking Western Europe. 1680
Apple Earnings Fall on iPhone Slump
Apple said its quarterly profit fell 27% as the company grappled with the first prolonged slump in iPhone sales since the product was introduced in 2007. 59
Driverless Cars Threaten to Crash Insurers’ Earnings
The technology may be decades away, but firms are already scrambling to figure out how to deal with an expected decline in premium revenue as autos become safer. 103
Dollar Traders Call Fed’s Bluff
A sharp decline in wagers on a stronger dollar indicate doubt that the central bank will tighten policy soon.
An IPO Offers Redemption for Disgraced Executive Waksal
When Sam Waksal launched drug developer Kadmon Holdings in 2010, many on Wall Street were wary of associating with an executive who had been jailed for insider trading. But backers could emerge as winners on the heels of Kadmon’s initial public offering.
Deloitte Resigns as 1MDB Auditor
The departure of a third auditor for the Malaysian government investment fund is putting focus on another global company that apparently failed to raise questions about what investigators are calling a large-scale fraud.
Swiss Banks Feel Pain of Negative Rates
Switzerland’s biggest banks are expected to post downbeat quarterly results later this week as they grapple with turbulent markets and their newest challenge —negative interest rates.
Treasury Yield Curve Near Flattest Since 2007
The yield premium investors charged to hold the benchmark 10-year Treasury note relative to the two-year note fell to near a nine-year low ahead of the latest interest-rate decision by the Federal Reserve.
Twitter Revenue Growth Dwindles; Outlook Disappoints
Twitter continued the string of disappointing quarterly reports under chief Jack Dorsey with its worst-ever revenue growth and weak user numbers.
After Yahoo, Mayer May Have to Wait for Another CEO Gig
Marissa Mayer is young enough to lead another company if she leaves Yahoo after its sale to Verizon, but experts say it is tough to rebound from a rookie reign many see as pocked by managerial missteps. 183
Samsung Earnings Preview: What to Watch
The Korean company reports second-quarter earnings on Thursday, before markets open in Seoul. Here’s what you need to know.
Analog Devices to Acquire Linear Technology for $14.8 Billion
Analog Devices agreed to acquire fellow chip maker Linear Technology in a cash-and-stock deal worth $14.8 billion.
Thailand’s Constitution Battle Becomes Theater of the Absurd
For some in Thailand, uploading pictures of toys to the internet is the safest way to register their distaste for their military rulers’ tightening hold on power.
Greece Moves Toward Approving First Official Mosque
The left-wing government, responding to the capital’s growing Muslim population, has backed plans to build Athens’ first officially sanctioned mosque.
Formula One Chief’s Mother-in-Law Kidnapped in Brazil
The Brazilian mother-in-law of billionaire Formula One chief executive Bernie Ecclestone was kidnapped on Friday in the country’s largest city.
U.K., Ireland Try to Tackle Brexit Issues
British Prime Minister Theresa May said the U.K. wants to maintain a close economic relationship and preserve light-touch border arrangements with the Republic of Ireland.
A Novel Move to Expand Housing
Grappling with a housing shortage that has sent rents soaring 50% since the recession, San Francisco officials are expected to allow landlords to carve fresh apartments out of underutilized spaces.
U.S. to Expand Central American Refugee Program
The U.S. announced the expansion of programs that enable Central Americans fleeing violence to apply for refugee status, and said Costa Rica will temporarily host some of the more vulnerable individuals before they are resettled in the U.S.
U.S. Attorneys in Illinois, Indiana File Charges Against Latin Kings
More than 40 high-ranking members of the Latin Kings street gang have been charged for violent racketeering, selling drugs and attempted murder as part of a sweeping, federal investigation into the operation in Illinois and Indiana, law enforcement officials said.
Judge Drops Charge Against Planned Parenthood Foes
A Texas judge dismissed the remaining charge against two antiabortion activists who shot undercover videos of their attempt to buy fetal parts from Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
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Bill Clinton at DNC 2016: Makes Case for Hillary as 'Change Maker'
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Nina Compton’s Recipe for Shrimp With Tomato Salad and Aioli
Whole shrimp, seared quickly to preserve their succulence, pair up with ripe tomatoes in this simple summer meal from New Orleans chef Nina Compton. A creamy, garlicky aioli brings it all together.
Too Soon? ‘Cats’ Is Back on Broadway
The first American revival of “Cats” opens Sunday and plans for an American tour are in the works. Some scoff on social media, but the show’s powerful producers are just letting haters hate.