Edition — FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026 — The James St. Journal

World

Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Fully Open; Oil Plunges 10 Percent as U.S. Blockade Stays

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says commercial vessels may transit on a coordinated route as Trump welcomes the move but keeps the naval cordon on Iranian ports

By J.S. Gallagher · 4 min read

Business

Reed Hastings to Exit Netflix Board in June as Shares Slide 9% on Earnings

Netflix beat first-quarter revenue estimates and reiterated full-year guidance, but investors sold off on the co-founder's departure and a forecast of heavier content spending

By J.S. Gallagher · 3 min read