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- Charlie Kirk’s Murder and the Crisis of Political Violence
After a shooting with obvious political resonance, news about the perpetrator’s motives rarely brings clarity.
- Trump’s Tariffs on Brazil and Vietnam Are Making Coffee More Expensive
Coffee prices are up nearly 21 percent over the past year, partly because of President Trump’s punishing tariffs on Brazil and Vietnam.
- CPI Shows Pace of US Inflation Likely to Keep Fed Cautious on Rate Cuts
The central bank is likely to lower borrowing costs at its meeting next week amid budding concerns about the labor market.
- In High-Profile Closings, Los Angeles Restaurateurs See Trouble
The city’s turmoil, from wildfires to curfews, has exacted a toll on some of its best-loved restaurants and raised worries about the future.
- In the Wake of the Kirk Assassination, a Call for Leadership
The killing of the political activist raises new questions about the rise of targeted violence against public figures like politicians and business leaders.