The newest reporting, analysis and explainers from Main Story, ordered for quick scanning and deeper reading.
worldTaxpayer-funded ads featuring President Donald Trump are drawing bipartisan scrutiny ahead of the 2026 midterms, while the White House says they are lawful public service announcements.
worldA concise guide to the diplomatic, economic and technology stories likely to shape the day.
marketsInvestors are balancing central-bank signals with another wave of technology spending.
technologyAI assistants and context-aware software are changing how products are designed.
businessEfficiency, resilience and selective expansion are becoming boardroom priorities.
scienceA look at the scientific developments attracting serious attention this week.
aiThe competition is shifting from model benchmarks to products people use every day.
worldUrban planners are rethinking transport, housing and resilience.
businessFounders are prioritizing healthier margins and more predictable growth.
technologySemiconductors have become a strategic issue spanning energy, security and industrial policy.
cultureEntertainment, creators and communities increasingly cross borders from day one.
worldManufacturers are spreading risk across more regions while governments compete for strategic investment.
worldInfrastructure spending is increasingly focused on heat, flooding, mobility and housing pressure.
technologyEngineering leaders are testing new ways to combine automation with human review and accountability.
technologyThe expansion of AI computing is forcing utilities and technology companies to rethink energy planning.
businessExecutives are focusing on technology that can reduce repetitive work and improve operating efficiency.
businessInvestors are demanding stronger fundamentals as companies prepare for longer funding cycles.