How the World of Work Will Change Over the Next 20 Years

Five experts look ahead and imagine a future that looks totally different

Oil Tanker Pursued by the U.S. Appears to Claim Russian Protection

The Bella 1 has evaded seizure by the Coast Guard for almost two weeks

Ukraine Now Has Europe’s Biggest Military. What Happens to It When the War Ends?

Europe needs a strong bulwark against Russian aggression, but building and maintaining it will be challenging

Returning Russian POWs Pay Heavy Price for Choosing Surrender Over Death

Joy over homecoming is short-lived as returning prisoners face insults, cut pay and orders to return to front line

How an Office Romance Sparked an Overhaul at Nestlé

Nestlé’s new CEO is shaking up the Nescafé maker’s clubby culture and has signaled potential brand sales

The SpaceX Explosion That Put Flights in Danger

Three planes flew through a temporary no-fly zone in January as air-traffic controllers scrambled to get planes to safety; federal officials halted an internal review of rocket debris risks

Zelensky Meets With Trump on Peace Deal Amid Latest Russian Attacks

The two leaders gathered Sunday at Mar-a-Lago to advance a 20-point plan to end the war in Ukraine after Trump spoke with Putin

A Look Back at the Words We Redefined in 2025

Terms like ‘affordability,’ ‘socialism’ and ‘famine’ take on new, politically convenient meanings

Iran Eases Social Rules Amid Crises—but Crushes Dissent

Facing sanctions and war fallout, Iran tolerates women shunning hijabs while cracking down on political opposition

America’s Tiny Airports and the People Who Love Them

Small-airport devotees brag about cheap parking, minimal TSA waits and friendly employees

The Beer That’s Illegal in 15 States and Can Eat Through a Cup

High-octane suds are a labor of love for brewers, and as scary to make as they are to drink.

Coast Guard Tracks Down Runaway Oil Tanker Linked to Iran and Venezuela

U.S. is gathering more manpower and weaponry to seize the sanctioned Bella 1 as it flees in the Atlantic

We Let AI Run Our Office Vending Machine. It Lost Hundreds of Dollars.

Anthropic’s Claude ran a snack operation in the WSJ newsroom. It gave away a free PlayStation, ordered a live fish—and taught us lessons about the future of AI agents.

The 10 Best Places to Visit in 2026

A historic city celebrating the birthday of a nation. A solar eclipse with a side of world-class cuisine and art. A bucolic wine region without the price-gouging. Consider this list fuel for your 2026 wanderlust.

Why Christmas Music Is More Popular Than Ever

One music manager described a holiday hit as a ‘little ATM machine’

The U.S. Offered Putin’s Closest Ally Sanctions Relief—and a Weight-Loss Drug

Engaging one of the world’s most repressive regimes, Trump envoy bonded with Belarusian dictator over Zepbound and obtained the release of hundreds of prisoners

When Mom Takes Over Your Dating Profile

Burned-out singles are letting family members take over on apps like Bumble and Hinge. It’s a gamble.

A Russian Billionaire Fights Global Infertility—With 100 of His Own Children

Telegram founder Pavel Durov will cover IVF costs for women who want to use his donated sperm, and has promised his offspring a share of his fortune

The Best Vacation Souvenirs? Ingredients for a Dinner Party

Instead of cheesy fridge magnets, bring home ingredients sourced from grocery stores you visited and throw a dinner party that evokes your destination

For Ukraine’s Allies in Europe, a Bad Deal With Russia Is Worse Than No Deal

A deeper agenda is driving Europe’s support for Kyiv: self-preservation