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From booming metros to culture-defining exports, the South has quietly become a powerhouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his new book, Dan Wang argues that America could learn from Beijing’s focus on technical innovation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US Treasury Secretary has the ear of an impulsive president—and nervous investors worldwide hope it stays that way. An exclusive interview. By Daniel Flatley and Erik SchatzkerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The restoration industry faces years-long waiting lists and a disappearing labor force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No pairs, no flushes, no full houses, no complicated order of hands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gray Chang was branded a traitor for exposing Taipei’s covert weapons program. Many now view him as a hero.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bending the rules for beginners could make game play fairer, and faster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Models are getting better at winning, but not necessarily at following the rulesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a new book, Amy Odell writes that the actress and businesswoman used her fame “to commodify her taste and lifestyle, and sell it back to us."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doodles—labradoodles, goldendoodles, bernedoodles—are everywhere. They’re now also a high-stakes, billion-dollar business. By Allie ContiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.