Latest articles by Justin Klawans, The Week US
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Africa could become the next frontier for space programs
The Explainer China and the US are both working on space applications for Africa
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Video games to curl up with this fall, including Ghost of Yotei and LEGO Party
The Week Recommends Several highly anticipated video games are coming this fall
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Why does Donald Trump keeping showing up at major sporting events?
Today's Big Question Trump has appeared at the Super Bowl, the Daytona 500 and other events
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'Vampire energy' could be causing your electric bill to rise
Under the Radar Wasted energy could account for up to 10% of home use
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South Korea's divide over allowing Google Maps
Talking Points The country is one of few modern democracies where the app doesn't work
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The Secret Service is reportedly facing a massive sniper shortage
The Explainer The agency is reportedly dealing with a 73% shortage
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Roblox, one of the world's most popular video games, has become a bastion of hate speech
The Explainer The platform has over 111 million daily users
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The origins of marriage
In Depth The institution of marriage has become something of a political battlefield. How did marriage begin and why?
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A private zoo run by Asia's richest family is facing criticism and investigations
Under the radar The zoo is owned by Anant Ambani, the son of Asia's richest person
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The most notable records broken by Taylor Swift
In Depth The pop star has cemented herself as one of the century's most popular artists
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China is silently expanding its influence in American cities
Under the Radar New York City and San Francisco, among others, have reportedly been targeted
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Modern royal scandals from around the world
In Depth From Spain to the UAE, royal families have often been besieged by negative events
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Military tensions are rising between the US and Venezuela
In the Spotlight Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been at odds with US forces
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Atoms into gold: alchemy's modern resurgence
Under the radar The practice of alchemy has been attempted for thousands of years
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Why has the U.S. scaled down its stance on human rights?
Today's Big Question The Trump administration has curtailed previous criticisms of human rights violations
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Switzerland could experience unique economic problems from Trump's tariffs
In the Spotlight The current US tariff rate on Switzerland is among the highest in the world
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Why does the US want to put nuclear reactors on the moon?
Today's Big Question The plans come as NASA is facing significant budget cuts
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An ancient Israeli cave teaches new archaeological lessons
The Explainer The cave is believed to be one of the world's oldest burial sites
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Recreation or addiction? Military base slot machines rake in millions.
Under the Radar There are several thousand slot machines on military bases
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The revived plan for Trump's border wall could cause problems for wildlife
The Explainer The proposed section of wall would be in a remote stretch of Arizona
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How China uses 'dark fleets' to circumvent trade sanctions
The Explainer The fleets are used to smuggle goods like oil and fish
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The countries that have recognized Palestinian statehood
The Explainer The United Kingdom has become the latest country to weigh in on the issue
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New White House guidance means federal employees could be hearing more religious talk at work
The Explainer Employees can now try to persuade co-workers that their religion is 'correct'
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Why has the Russian ruble performed so well this year?
Today's Big Question Despite economic malaise, Russia's currency is up 45% on the year
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