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Trump Appeals Travel Ruling, Plans New Restrictions
The Justice Department moved to appeal a federal judge’s latest ruling trimming President Trump’s temporary travel ban, while the administration is laying the groundwork for new restrictions. 232
Possible Successor to Xi Jinping Is Removed From Party Post in China
Sun Zhengcai, once seen at the forefront of China’s next-generation leadership, was removed as Chongqing party chief and is under investigation.
Insurers Oppose Cruz Amendment to GOP Health Bill
Allowing insurers to sell plans that aren’t compliant with the Affordable Care Act would undermine protections for those with pre-existing medical conditions and lead to higher premiums, industry groups say. 1049
Lawyer Trump Jr. Met Says She Was in Contact With Russian Prosecutor
The Russian lawyer Donald Trump Jr. met last year says she talked with the office of Russia’s top prosecutor while waging a campaign against a U.S. sanctions law. 1412
Mosul: From Silk Route to Ruins
Iraq’s ancient northern city faces a long rehabilitation after being destroyed in the fight against Islamic State extremists. Large swathes of western Mosul, once an economic hub famed for its silks, lie in ruins.
In Venezuela, a Latin American Throwback: Political Prisoners
Venezuela’s jails now hold more political prisoners than at any time in 18 years of rule by the self-declared leftist Bolivarian Revolution now led by President Nicolás Maduro, say human rights groups. 65
Markets
America’s Lust for Bacon Pushes Up Pork-Belly Prices
A national craving for bacon is pushing U.S. pork-belly prices to record highs and frozen reserves to a six-decade low, as pig farmers struggle to keep up with demand. 82
Take Monday Off
An Enviably Great Long Weekend in Montreal
A don’t-waste-a-minute guide to three days in the French Canadian metropolis, including where to sleep, shop, bike, eat and eat some more.
What’s Your Workout?
The Joy of Jumping Rope
A simple exercise routine borrowed from boxing turned out to be just what an executive needed to make fitness fun.
On Wine
Reconsider Riesling: It’s Not All Sweet
Do you reflexively dismiss Riesling as a sweet wine? Don’t: Dry, crisp Rieslings abound, in winemaking regions around the world. Here, a few superb choices.
Gear & Gadgets
Is This $450 Inflatable Lounger the Porsche of Pool Floats?
In our search for the ultimate luxury pool float, we left no cushion unturned. Rigorous reviews of the Pigro Felice Modul’Air, Oasis Pool Lounger, Kai Float and Aqua Lounger.
Books
The Coming Cyberwar—and Other Books to Read
The internet’s new weapons race; Thoreau at 200; why your child should read ‘Swallows and Amazons’; the science of improvisation; Daphne du Maurier; Bix Biederbecke; debut fiction; London’s lonely hearts club; and more
Playlist
Elizabeth Strout on ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’
Novelist Elizabeth Strout on the changing meanings of the Bob Dylan standby ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ for a child raised in Maine and later listening as an adult.
Mind & Matter
Facebook’s Surprising Role in Bereavement
Research shows that Facebook social networks can play a role in—and possibly enhance—intimacy and grieving after the loss of a close friend.
The Watergate Phrase ‘Smoking Gun’ Is Back
The reaction to Donald Trump Jr.’s release of emails brought back discussions using the phrase ‘smoking gun,’ of Watergate fame.
U.S.
A New Island Points to the Challenges of Changing Coastlines
The formation of Shelly Island, the first new shoal in North Carolina’s Outer Banks in a generation, illustrates the fluidity of the Atlantic coast—and the complications that presents beach communities. 50
World
Turkey Marks Coup Anniversary as Divisions Remain
Turkish authorities are embarking on a weekend of national events commemorating the first anniversary of the July 15 attempted coup, which are aimed at bolstering unity and democracy but appear to be reinforcing deep political divisions.
Singapore Is Jolted by a Bitter Family Feud
A property battle among children of the city-state’s late founding father Lee Kuan Yew has burst into public view, drawing government attention and allegations of impropriety.
Sudden Collapse of Retailer Sends Brides Scrambling
Alfred Angelo, one of the largest bridal retailing operations in the country, filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation Friday after abruptly closing down its chain of stores.
China to Set Up Cabinet-Level Committee to Coordinate Financial Regulation
President Xi Jinping announced the setup of a cabinet-level committee to coordinate China’s financial regulation as the leadership focuses on keeping risks at bay.
Startup Tied to Kushners Got Key Tech Invite
A White House technology summit last month featured leaders of the country’s largest companies, including Apple, Amazon and Microsoft. Among them was a less-prominent figure: the CEO of OpenGov, a small startup partly owned by Jared Kushner’s brother. 1594
Car-Sharing Firms Hit Speed Bumps as Ride-Hailing Grows
America’s car-sharing industry is struggling as major operators scale back because of weak demand in certain cities, vandalism and competition from ride-hailing services.
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Why the $285,000 McLaren 720S Is the Shape of Things to Come
Dan Neil puts the McLaren 720S to the test on the perilously windy roads of Wales.
Television
‘Westworld’ Snags 22 Emmy Nominations
In Thursday’s Emmy nominations, ‘The Crown,’ ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ ‘Stranger Things,’ ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Westworld’ were first-time nominees for Outstanding Drama Series.
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