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Top Stories from The Wall Street Journal Online

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[$$] Democratic Hold on Jewish Vote Could Slip
Republicans say McCain may be uniquely suited to draw Jewish support because of his strong pro-Israel record and reputation as a moderate on some domestic issues. The Jewish vote could make a difference in a close election.

[$$] Bush Seeks to Reassure Israelis Amid New Attacks
Bush said 60 years of democracy in Israel is cause for optimism for democratic change throughout the Middle East. (Remarks)

[$$] Pakistan Frees Rebels In Bid for Peace Deal
Pakistan freed dozens of militants and started pulling out troops from parts of a volatile tribal region as a part of an effort to make peace with an Islamic militant commander.

[$$] U.S. Support for Myanmar Dissidents Hinders Aid
World leaders trying to get more aid to cyclone-stricken Myanmar are struggling to overcome years of antipathy exacerbated by U.S. efforts -- some in recent months -- to help undermine the country's military regime.

Marketplace

[$$] Fast-Rising Steel Prices Set Back Big Projects
Relentless increases in the price of steel are halting or slowing major construction projects world-wide, setting the stage for a potential backlash against steelmakers.

[$$] SEC Charges Broadcom Founders in Options Case
The SEC filed civil charges against Broadcom's co-founders and two others, alleging they took part in the backdating of stock options. (SEC statement)

[$$] Car Dealers Set 'Green' Blueprints
Auto dealers and makers are planning to create environmentally-friendly dealerships. Some plans call for elaborate and expensive construction, while more modest models employ energy-saving lighting.

[$$] Sony PlayStation 3 Revival Lifts Result
Sony's videogames business is back in the hunt after a year on the defensive. Sales of the company's PlayStation 3 have been outpacing Microsoft's Xbox 360, and have been helped by improved game selection and a 20% price cut.

Money & Investing

[$$] Is Debt Thaw on Borrowed Time?
A big improvement in credit markets is emboldening more companies to seek financing of acquisitions and buybacks largely with debt.

[$$] U.S. to Seek Client Names From UBS In Tax Case
U.S. prosecutors are expected to subpoena UBS for the names of wealthy American clients who may have used its services to avoid income taxes.

[$$] Factories Likely Won't Save the Day
The U.S. factory sector has plugged along thanks to demand from foreign economies, but it's unlikely to prove a great savior.

[$$] Fund Firms, if Not Funds, Draw Interest
A shopping spree for fund firms is under way, as other asset managers and private-equity firms launch takeovers.

Personal Journal

[$$] Will Upgrading Your Home Help You Sell It?
The resale value of home improvements in general is sliding, according to experts. In a departure from recent trends, homeowners are getting the best payback from relatively mundane improvements, such as sprucing up the exterior of their house.

[$$] Sewer to Spigot: Recycled Water
A growing number of cities and counties grappling with water shortages are turning to a solution that may be tough for some homeowners to stomach: purifying wastewater so that residents can drink it.

[$$] Early Markdowns Mean Springtime for Shoppers
Markdowns of spring and summer clothes that would normally begin in June started in March this year -- an early thawing of prices -- as luxury department stores tried to respond to chilly interest in full-price fashions.

[$$] Cellphone Headsets With Less Bulk, Background Noise
Two of the most important wireless earpiece makers are bringing out new models that attempt to make their products more attractive and functional. Both work well, despite some drawbacks. Video