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Germany's elections: from dull to high drama
The Explainer Surge of far-right AfD threatens to upend mainstream coalition politics
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Trade wars, explained
The Explainer Free trade is almost always good for any economy – so why is it so unpopular?
By The Week UK Published
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Planning a trip? These are 3 budget-breaking mistakes to avoid.
The Explainer Don't accidentally inflate your travel costs
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Upcoming celestial events to watch
The Explainer Meteor showers, eclipses and more are coming to the skies
By Devika Rao, The Week US Last updated
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Elon Musk and Wikipedia are feuding
The Explainer The online encyclopedia stands accused of being far-left propaganda
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Paris AI Summit: has Europe already been left behind?
The Explainer EU shift from AI regulation to investment may still leave it trailing in US and China's wake
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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Claws, motherships and shotguns are just some of the latest drone technology
The Explainer Beyond just surveillance, drones can now be used for a wide array of purposes
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What to know about Real IDs, America's new identification cards
The Explainer ID compliance is set to begin on May 7, 2025
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Last updated
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Modi goes to Washington
The Explainer Indian PM's 'clever' appeasement strategy could secure US president an ally against China and other Brics states
By The Week UK Published
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What to know after a disaster and ahead of tax season
the explainer The IRS honors the victims of natural disasters like fires and earthquakes with extended deadlines and tax relief
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What is living intelligence, the new frontier in AI?
The Explainer Business leaders must prepare themselves for the next wave in tech, which will take AI to another level
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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'Baby Boom' – the jet that could bring back supersonic travel
The Explainer The prototype's successful test could pave the way for the next Concorde
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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What product prices could tariffs affect?
The Explainer President Trump's tariff plan may raise the cost of food, gas, pharmaceuticals and more
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What is a sovereign wealth fund?
The Explainer And will Trump use one to buy TikTok?
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Grenfell Tower and the dilemma of tragic landmarks
The Explainer Plans to demolish fire-damaged tower exposes sensitivities over nature of remembrance
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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