The coronavirus pandemic could have a lasting impact on city life. WSJ’s Jaden Urbi explores how the ways we work, shop and play are changing as urban designers refocus on health, tech and open spaces.
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Investing: “The Volatility In The Gold Market Explained” (WSJ Video)
The price of gold is going haywire, driving a frenzy of investment that’s calling into question the metal’s reputation as a safe-haven during times of economic uncertainty.
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Technology: “Can 5G Replace Your Home Internet?” (WSJ Video)
Blazing fast 5G speeds are here but they aren’t all that useful on the new 5G smartphones. WSJ’s Joanna Stern packed up a motor home to see if the connection could power all her connected gadgets, including laptops, printers, Xboxes and camera-equipped doorbells. She explains the confusing world of 5G along the way.
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Clothing & Fashion: “The Rise And Fall Of Brooks Brothers” (WSJ Video)
Brooks Brothers — the self-proclaimed oldest clothier in the U.S. — filed for bankruptcy in July. Analysts say the suit dealer wasn’t able to keep up with modern men who often wanted styles that were cheaper and more functional.
FOOD & AGRICULTURE: “The Robot Producing Crops Of The Future” (WSJ Video)
Arizona has what researchers call “the climate of tomorrow, today.” Scientists are using a 30-ton robotic field scanner in the state to study plant genetics and hopefully develop stress-resilient crops.
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Technology: “The Robot Revolution Is Happening”
Nearly every company across every industry is looking for new ways to minimize human contact, cut costs and address the labor crunch in repetitive and dangerous jobs. WSJ explores why many are looking to robots as the solution for all three.
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Political News: Joe Biden Selects Kamala Harris As VP Pick (WSJ Video)
Joe Biden picked Sen. Kamala Harris to be his running mate. WSJ’s Jason Bellini reports on how her life and career brought her to this moment.
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Technology: “China’s Self-Driving Car Boom” (WSJ)
Autonomous-vehicle road testing has skidded to a halt in the U.S. amid the Covid-19 pandemic. But China’s startups have pushed ahead by more than doubling the number of self-driving car projects, with a boost from the country’s 5G network.
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Business: “How Tesla Became Most Valuable Auto Company” (WSJ Video)
Tesla’s stock has more than tripled since the start of the year, giving it a market capitalization larger than many behemoths of American industry. But its rise wasn’t necessarily driven by fundamentals. WSJ explains.
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Travel Economics: “How Airlines Can Survive The Pandemic” (WSJ Video)
After an unprecedented drop in air travel due to the coronavirus, passenger airlines are being forced to make long-term, make-or-break decisions at a time of great uncertainty and minimal cash flow. So how are they planning to survive? WSJ finds out.
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