‘Golden Share’ in U.S. Steel Gives Trump Extraordinary Control

Administration officials secured a deal that will give the president unusual influence over a private company, and could serve as a model for other deals.

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Gasoline Prices Likely to Rise as Israel Targets Iran’s Energy Infrastructure

U.S. oil prices already jumped last week, which could cause prices at the pump to rise about 20 cents a gallon in the coming weeks, according to one estimate.

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Leonard A. Lauder, Philanthropist and Cosmetics Heir, Dies at 92

He was best known for his success in business, notably the international beauty company he built with his mother, Estée Lauder. But he was also an influential art patron.

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Deployed to Meet an ‘Invasion,’ Marines Were Once Invaders of Mexico

Many Mexican Americans remember that California became part of the United States after a 19th century war that cost Mexico more than half its territory.

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How a manhunt works, according to security experts.

The search is ongoing for suspect Vance Boelter, 57, who escaped on foot after a gunfire exchange with local officers.

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Many Lawmakers Share Their Home Addresses. Political Violence Is Changing That.

The Minnesota assassination is causing some state legislators to rethink home security and how much personal information they make public.

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Anti-Tourism Protests in Italy, Portugal and Spain Draw Attention to Quality of Life Issues

In Italy, Portugal and Spain, activists used water pistols and a “noisy stroll” of suitcases to draw attention to rising housing costs and the environmental toll of tourism.

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Israel Diminished Iran’s Air Defenses in Rounds of Strikes

Since last year, Israel forces have repeatedly hit Iran’s defenses. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had worked to “peel off the layers of protection” of Iranian defenses.

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Israel and Iran Trade Attacks as Toll From Conflict Mounts

The path to diplomacy appeared to narrow after officials called off talks that had been set for Sunday between Tehran and Washington on Iran’s nuclear program.

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Syrian General Questioned in Case of Austin Tice, Missing American Journalist

The general, Bassam Hassan, is said to have shared grim news about the fate of Austin Tice, an American journalist and former Marine who went missing in 2012.

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