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Rolling Stone Turns Page With Asia Deal
As the music magazine struggles to regain relevance, a friendship between the son of its co-founder and the scion of a Malaysian billionaire could help it chart a new course—in Asia.
Asian Firms Muscle In on Region’s Oil Patch as Western Companies Retreat
As some of the world’s biggest oil companies pull back from Asia, they’re paving the way for local rivals to take a bigger role.
U.S. Election 2016
Trump Tax Records Sharpen Focus on Treatment of Losses
The portions of Donald Trump’s tax records that became public this weekend fill in pieces of the puzzle of his financial dealings but open renewed questions about how successful he is and how much tax he has paid while accumulating his fortune. 1284
An OPEC Output Cut Not Likely to Alter Oil Imbalance
Many analysts say a proposed reduction in oil production isn’t big enough, nor will it happen quickly enough, to address a global supply glut.
Pope Francis concludes visit to Georgia, Azerbaijan
Pope Francis concluded a three-day visit to the former Soviet republics of Georgia and Azerbaijan on Sunday, a journey that proved to be a diplomatic balancing act.
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Essay
The Benefits of a Little Small Talk
With everyone’s eyes glued to their digital devices, fewer people engage in idle chitchat anymore. But research suggests that making small talk has surprising benefits.
Business
Saudi Prince’s Investment Company Sells Toronto Four Seasons Hotel
Saudi Prince al-Waleed bin Talal’s investment company, Kingdom Holding, has sold the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto for $171.3 million to a family-owned business tied to Pakistani-American businessman Shahid Khan.
Tesla Posts Best Ever Sales Quarter
Tesla Motors posted its best sales quarter ever ahead of efforts to raise additional cash that it will need to begin production of the Model 3 sedan.
India’s Army on Alert at Border in Wake of Kashmir Strikes
India’s army guarding its de facto border with Pakistan was on alert amid concerns of military escalation after India carried out recent strikes against militants in Pakistan-controlled territory.
Afghan Airstrike Killed 5 Commandos, Policeman in Farah Province
An Afghan airstrike killed five elite commandos and a policeman in the western province of Farah, Afghan officials said Sunday.
Syrian Military Calls on Aleppo Rebels to Surrender
Syria’s military command called on rebels to lay down their weapons and evacuate the contested city of Aleppo, saying government forces would guarantee the gunmen safe passage out of the city’s opposition-held eastern neighborhoods.
Spain’s Socialists Face Tough Choices to End Country’s Political Deadlock
The resignation of Spain’s embattled Socialist leader has sidelined a powerful figure whose refusal to concede defeat to Mariano Rajoy, the conservative caretaker prime minister, has helped paralyze the government for nine months.
Economy
The Outlook
Canada’s Big Bet on Stimulus Draws Global Attention
In the global struggle to boost growth, a Canadian experiment in fiscal spending is providing a test case for some of the world’s biggest economies.
Markets
Why the Bond Bulls Will Keep Running
The fourth quarter will likely bring continued strength for bond prices, many portfolio managers say.
Sam Wyly to Pay $198.1 Million to Settle SEC Legal Battle
Texas businessman Samuel E. Wyly has agreed to pay $198.1 million to the Securities and Exchange Commission, bringing to a close a yearslong cat-and-mouse legal battle. 65
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Skydivers Swing From Hot-Air Balloons to Set World Record
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Reed Leads American Charge in Ryder Cup
The U.S. Ryder Cup team extended its lead over the Europeans heading into the final day of play by winning three out of four matches Saturday afternoon
WSJ. Magazine
Gigi Hadid Casts a Spell
On Wine: Lettie Teague
Wine Lovers Behaving Badly: More Tales of Obnoxious Oenophiles
Adventure & Travel
Tel Aviv: A Beach-to-Market Food Tour
Books
What to Read This Fall
Becoming the Beach Boys, behind the cocktail revolution and how football became pass-happy. Plus books on trees, Capability Brown, William F. Buckley and the demise of handwriting.