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South African Comics Find Big Laughs in Politics

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:56:34 GMT

A crop of young comedians have embraced political humor in South Africa as a way of finding common ground — and humorous distinctions — among races. WSJ's Peter Wonacott reports from Johannesburg via #WorldStream.

In West, Texas, a Yearning to Return

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:30:00 GMT

When a fertilizer depot exploded in the community of West, TX, it destroyed West Rest Haven, an adult nursing home. Now, the former residents say they want to return, no matter how long it takes to rebuild. Nathan Koppel and Jeff Bush report.

Energy Firms Showcase Natural Gas Cars

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:54:02 GMT

North American energy producers are showcasing natural gas powered vehicles next month in an effort to drum up interest in using the fuel for mass-market passenger cars. Photo: BMW.

Jewels Heist at Cannes Film Festival

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:48:07 GMT

Hours after the Cannes Film Festival premiered Sofia Coppola's "The Bling Ring," depicting a gang of Hollywood jewel thieves, a real-world heist lifted $1.4 million of jewelry from a hotel in Cannes. Inti Landauro has details. Photo: Associated Press.

Treasury Knew of IRS Targeting Last June

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:41:06 GMT

An IRS watchdog says he informed Obama administration officials last June that a probe was underway over the agency’s targeting of conservative groups. Damian Paletta reports. Photo: Getty Images.

WSJ's Photos of the Day - May 17, 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:30:06 GMT

In today’s pictures, performers drape themselves in white in Hong Kong, park workers count puffins in Britain, students graduate from college in Maryland, and more.

Gold Selloff Deepens, and More

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:03:19 GMT

What’s News: Gold prices extend its 7 day losing streak, on track for 26-month low. Yahoo is reportedly in talks to buy Tumblr. Obama administration approves a second natural gas terminal, opening door to more exports. Joanne Po reports. Photo: AP

Will 'Moneyball' Philanthropy Work?

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:47:22 GMT

One Houston couple plans to give away $4 billion–but only to projects with data to prove they'll work. Former N.J. Attorney General Anne Milgram, who now works for the Laura and John Arnold Foundation, discusses with WSJ.Money's Brad Reagan.

Jewelry Heist at Cannes, and More

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:13:00 GMT

What’s News: Jewelry is stolen at Cannes film festival. IRS Chief blames “foolish mistakes” made by agency employees over targeting of conservative groups. Bloomberg taps Sam Palmisano to review data policies. Joanne Po reports. Photo: Getty

Seib & Wessel: Full Jan Baran Interview

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

In this full interview with WSJ's David Wessel, Jan Baran analyzes the scandal surrounding the IRS, how it compares with previous presidential scandals and whether it could lead to Washington revising campaign finance laws.