Lifestyle and Culture: Trending Stories from The Wall Street Journal

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Here is the latest Lifestyle News from The Wall Street Journal.

Hollande Faces Union Pressure as Euro 2016 Approaches
Time is running out for President François Hollande to prevent nationwide strikes from disrupting France’s plans to host Europe’s pre-eminent soccer tournament.

Steph Curry to Skip Rio Olympics
Says there are ‘several factors’ for withdrawing name from Team USA, including knee and ankle injuries.

U.S. Soccer Eyes a Bold New Tactic: Passing to a Teammate
Doomed by turnovers in an opening loss to Colombia, the U.S. men’s soccer team hopes to improve its pass accuracy in its Copa America showdown with Costa Rica.

The Golf Prodigy Who May Never Turn Pro
Maverick McNealy—Stanford star and son of Sun Microsystems’ co-founder—is not certain that pro golf is what he wants to do with his life.

Uphill Climb: Cities Push Gondolas on Skeptical Commuters
Aerial pod systems can ease traffic and save money, but some see them as scary, claustrophobic boondoggles; “man isn’t supposed to fly.”

As Suicide Rates Rise, New Warning Signs
Scientists are making headway in the search for solutions to one of the most vexing problems in mental health: How to predict who is at risk for suicide. Computer algorithms, biomarkers and other advanced techniques help flag trouble earlier.

Why Some Hospitals Are Banning Flowers and Balloons
Flowers, balloons and other traditional get-well gifts are no longer welcome in many hospitals that are increasingly focused on reducing the risk of infection and allergic reactions.

New Studies Rely on the Internet for Help Treating Cancer Patients
In one study, lung-cancer patients using an app to report their symptoms weekly lived longer than others getting standard care.

New Programs Help Parents Cope With Stillbirth and Infant Death
Hospitals and nonprofits create mementos so parents can commemorate a lost infant and offer support through groups and counseling.

Summer Must-Have: A Dressy Denim Wrap Jacket
This season’s kimono-style wrap jackets from MM6 Maison Margiela and Current/Elliott give summer looks a beyond-Levi’s allure.

A Chef’s Workout Helps Him Keep Up With the Demands of the Kitchen
Work on a Pilates Reformer plus daily cardio help Ryan Pera manage lower back pain and stay on his feet for long nights on the line at his three hot Houston eateries.

Youth Baseball and Surgery for Overuse Injuries
More teens are undergoing Tommy John surgery for worn-out elbows; don’t play year-round or on more than one team at a time, says a leading surgeon, writes Sumathi Reddy in ‘Your Health’

Can a Phone Test Identify Hearing Problems?
A quick and inexpensive phone test can screen for hearing loss. Can it substitute for other evaluation? Laura Johannes on the research.

Brock Lesnar to Return to Fight at UFC 200
Professional wrestling star Brock Lesnar is returning to mixed martial arts at UFC 200 on July 9.

Golden State Takes Game 2 Over Cleveland in NBA Finals
Golden State’s 110-77 win over Cleveland in Game 2 of the Finals Sunday night gave the Warriors a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals—and reminded the league that the Warriors may be the best team of all time.

Another Muhammad Ali? Probably Never
Jason Gay reflects on the unrepeatable Muhammad Ali, whose place in history is cemented by his actions in and out of the boxing ring.

If Stephen Curry Falls in Your Lap, You Have ‘First-Row Problems’
As more players dive after loose balls, fans in pricey courtside seats must choose between helping—or ducking.

Muhammad Ali Shook Up the World
In the chaos following his career-making triumph over Sonny Liston in Miami in 1964, Muhammad Ali found his way to a microphone and camera in the crowded boxing ring and bellowed five words that announced his arrival: “I shook up the world!” That he did.

Novak Djokovic Wins the French Open
Novak Djokovic beat Andy Murray to win the French Open on Sunday. With the victory, Djokovic completed a career Grand Slam.

Business Casual Can Be Complex, Especially for Women
By introducing a wider range of fashion into a previously strictly regulated code, business casual requires employees to inject a daily dose of careful judgment into the morning ritual.

Bonnie Morales’s Recipe for Zucchini Pancakes With Creamy Dill Sauce
Crisp zucchini pancakes with an herby sour cream sauce and a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers take us from spring right into summer. Chef Bonnie Morales of Kachka in Portland, Ore., shares the recipe.

Colombia Beats U.S. at Copa America
The U.S. men’s national soccer team opened the tournament with a 2-0 loss.

Serena Williams Defeated by Muguruza for French Open Title
Garbiñe Muguruza, a 22-year-old from Spain, achieved a rare feat at the French Open: She overpowered Serena Williams in a Grand Slam final.

Boxer Ali, ‘the Greatest,’ Dies at 74
Muhammad Ali, one of the most influential athletes in American history and a three-time heavyweight champion, died on Friday at 74. The legendary boxer leaves a legacy unmatched in sports—a charismatic champion of free speech and civil change.

Muhammad Ali Remains Hospitalized
Muhammad Ali is hospitalized in the Phoenix area, and two people familiar with his condition say he may be suffering from more serious problems than those during previous hospital stays.

Penguins’ Minors Give Major Lift
A cadre of AHL call-ups have injected the Pittsburgh Penguins with life and have them two wins from another Stanley Cup.

Hope for a Fine French Finish
With a chance to make tennis history, Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic can salvage a dreary French Open in Paris.

Top FIFA Officials Allegedly Paid Each Other $80 Million
A small group of FIFA’s top officials, including ex-President Sepp Blatter and his former second-in-command, Jérôme Valcke, allegedly paid each other bonuses and other incentives worth tens of millions of dollars.

Guacamole Lovers Say Low-Fat Florida Avocados Are the Pits
As the larger, leaner ‘SlimCado’ challenges California’s Hass variety, some foodies feel betrayed; more pointless than fat-free cheese?

Bench Leads as Warriors Roll to Game 1 Win
The defending champion Golden State Warriors took a 1-0 NBA Finals lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 104-89 win—despite just 11 points from Stephen Curry.

Testing Do-It-All Kitchen Appliances That Chop, Blend, Stir and Cook
All-in-one kitchen machines like the Thermomix promise to replace your jumble of small appliances. But how well do they work?

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’ Onetime Home Asks $9.75 Million
According to the book “American Legacy: The Story of John and Caroline Kennedy,” the former First Lady moved into the home shortly after the assassination of her husband, President John F. Kennedy.

The Copa America Groups
Sixteen countries from South, Central and North Americas are divided into four groups for the tournament.

Are You a LeBron or a Curry?
As LeBron James and Stephen Curry square off in the NBA Finals, here’s what your choice of superstar says about you.

AOL Veteran Trades 13 Acres for Pint-Sized Parsonage
Ken Huntsman, one of the original software engineers at the company, has listed his Washington, D.C.-area estate for $7.495 million after moving to a 1,600-square-foot church property.

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