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Quiz of The Week: 19 – 25 July
Have you been paying attention to The Week's news?
By The Week Staff Published
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Why are Ukraine's anti-corruption issues roaring back into focus now?
TODAY'S BIG QUESTION A new bill curbing anti-corruption bodies prompted Ukraine's first mass protests against President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in years. Where are the roots of this domestic unrest, and what could it mean for Ukraine's future?
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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The lead paint poisoning scandal rocking China
IN THE SPOTLIGHT Sick schoolchildren and allegations of a cover-up have pushed China's public safety concerns back into the public eye
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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US and Japan strike trade deal
Speed Read Trump signed what he's calling the 'largest deal ever made'
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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Russia's 'shared values' visa
The Explainer The 'anti-woke' scheme is aimed at foreigners who reject LGBTQ+ rights and 'non-traditional' values – and who can provide Moscow with online clout and skilled workers
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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28 nations condemn Israel's 'inhumane killing' in Gaza
Speed Read Countries including Australia, France, Japan and the U.K. have released a joint statement condemning Israel's ongoing attacks
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Israeli gunfire kills dozens at Gaza aid site
Speed Read The U.N. estimates that at least 875 Palestinians have died while trying to access food in recent months
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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Thailand is rolling back on its legal cannabis empire
Under the Radar Government restricts cannabis use to medical purposes only and threatens to re-criminalise altogether, sparking fears for the $1 billion industry
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The return of the Houthis: violence in the Red Sea
In the Spotlight The Houthis are back with their strongest attack yet
By The Week UK Published
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Quiz of The Week: 12 – 19 July
Have you been paying attention to The Week's news?
By The Week Staff Published
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Rubio says US brokered end to Syria conflict
Speed Read Syria's defense ministry was targeted in Israeli attacks on the capital
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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Nigeria's 'baby factories': a hidden crisis
Under The Radar A secretive network sees women lured, locked up and forced to give birth for profit
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Trump threatens Russia with 'severe tariffs'
speed read The president also agreed to sell NATO advanced arms for Ukraine
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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IDF blames 'error' for strike on Gaza water line
Speed Read Israeli forces attack Palestinians, including children, collecting water in central Gaza
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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