More than 1,300 State Dept. employees to be laid off under Trump administration’s overhaul, sparking concern over U.S. global influence.

Former U.Va. President Teresa Sullivan weighs in on Jim Ryan’s resignation, drawing on her own experience and raising questions about federal and political pressure.

Wall Street slips from record highs Friday; S&P 500 down 0.4%, Nasdaq 0.2%. Levi Strauss jumps 7% on strong results. Bond yields rise.

Despite downward pressures stubbornly weighing on the industry, Bassett Furniture posted a return to profitability in the second quarter.

Trump raises tariffs on Canadian imports to 35%, straining U.S.-Canada ties. PM Carney says trade talks will continue. Markets react.