The Economist explains
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The Economist explains
How art is used against artists, like Young Thug, in court
Rap music, more than any other creative form, is used as evidence of other crimes
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Could the Democrats replace Joe Biden as their presidential candidate?
Worries about his chances of re-election are growing
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Why the price of olive oil is soaring
Climate change, export controls and soaring fertiliser costs leave a bitter taste
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Who are the Houthis, the group attacking ships in the Red Sea?
The Yemeni rebel group is operating on the fringes of the Israel-Hamas war
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How Nayib Bukele is breaking presidential term limits in El Salvador
He subverts the system, but remains popular
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How Israel is using drones in Gaza
They help keep troops out of the line of fire—but can pose a risk to civilians
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What is antisemitism—and why do differences in interpretation matter?
Across the world, reports of the age-old prejudice have surged
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What does it take to expel an American congressman?
George Santos has joined a select group
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Why “offshoring” asylum-seekers rarely works
As caseloads rise in rich countries, governments are tempted to ship claimants abroad
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Who are the Palestinians in Israel’s prisons?
Hamas hopes to swap more for Israeli hostages
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Who is Geert Wilders, the surprise winner of the Dutch election?
The anti-Muslim populist has had a long career, but this is his best result yet