Headlines From The Times - U.S. Global Commitments, California’s Budget Gamble, and Tesla Under Fire

President Trump reaffirms NATO support and signals openness to aiding Ukraine if Russia resists a ceasefire. In California, lawmakers strike a $321-billion budget deal—hinging on a housing reform vote. A judge rules the state’s FAIR insurance plan illegally limited wildfire smoke claims, opening the door for thousands of homeowners to seek compensation. And Tesla’s new robotaxis draw federal scrutiny after test videos show alarming safety lapses.

WSJ Tech News Briefing - Better Batteries Could Soon Come to a Phone Near You

A battery that lasts 50% longer, charges faster, and has a near-zero risk of fire…say it ain’t so! WSJ columnist and co-host of the Bold Names podcast, Christopher Mims, says it might actually come to market sooner rather than later thanks to one company’s advancements. Plus: Hackers are targeting the tech-support workers we’ve come to rely on. WSJ reporter Robert McMillan tells us about a newer strategy criminals are deploying to get access to our sensitive information. And how you can protect yourself. Victoria Craig hosts.


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