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Every weekday our global network of correspondents makes sense of the stories beneath the headlines. We bring you surprising trends and tales from around the world, current affairs, business and finance — as well as science and technology.
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The Intelligence: AI rest my case
The companies behind this wonder of tech are facing allegations of using copyrighted material to build their large language models (LLMs). But will the courts consider it fair use? Why ex-inmates are so likely to die just after they leave prison (10:15). And, the case for booing in sports (16:13).
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Drum Tower: Ramadan in Xinjiang
New religious regulations in Xinjiang stipulate that mosques should look Chinese and religious figures should behave patriotically. What do those rules look like on the ground, and did they affect Ramadan celebrations for Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities this year?
David Rennie, The Economist’s Beijing bureau chief visited the far-western region to find out if people are still allowed to fast, and whether—contrary to what officials say—mosques really are being destroyed.
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The Intelligence: Ready, Aid, Fire
At a time when Russia has been making significant gains, an allocated $61bn of aid for Ukraine will be felt on the battlefield almost instantly. Will it help turn the course of the war? In a world of endless supply chain disruptions, how can businesses shore up against the costs (11:26)? And the appeal of two-month-old stew (18:37).
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The Weekend Intelligence: Kennedy for president?
Robert F. Kennedy junior is channelling his most famous uncle in his bid to become America’s next president. Mr Kennedy is an outsider, a political dynast, a government and vaccine sceptic, a lifelong falconer and more. But is he a potential president? The Economist's Andrew Miller sat down with the man with the famous name to find out.
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The Intelligence: Iran and Israel’s new era?
A missile has reportedly struck a site in the Islamic Republic. If this is retaliation for Iran’s most recent attacks, then it is a muted response. But is there still a risk of escalation? As India’s election kicks off, a look into why the opposition is likely to have a poor showing (09:07). And, a tribute to the first foreign-born grand champion of sumo (19:15).
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Checks and Balance: Stormy weather
A jury has been selected in Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan. The case has been criticised as flawed and partisan, but of the four indictments against Mr Trump, it may be the only one to produce a verdict before the election. Now the trial is underway, what should one make of it? And what difference could a guilty verdict make?
John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Idrees Kahloon. Jed Shugerman of Boston University and The Economist’s James Bennet and Kennett Werner also contribute.
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Customer Reviews
Loved the Should I Own a Gun episode. Very thoughtful and objective.
As a retired, 20-year Army veteran with Desert Storm and Iraqi freedom experience, I always enjoyed live-fire weapons training. Yet, while consistently qualifying expert with hand guns, rifles, and grenades, etc., I’ve never had the desire to own a personal weapon. I respect responsible gun ownership, while feeling concerned about the consequences irresponsibility has wrought on our society.
Great podcast!!
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Our allies and our responsibilities
Our Asian allies are much more committed to there self defense than most of our European allies.I believe we should match or exceed their commitment if necessary. Our NATO allies have been slacking in their efforts and need to step up their efforts. The Chinese threat is much more urgent currently , even though the Russian threat is active. Australia is included in my Asian assessment. We need to find a balance of meeting our commitments and not bankrupting our nation!