The Week Evening Review
Kidnappings spike in Nigeria, Russian fake news sites proliferate, and last-chance tourism worsens fragile sites

Today's Big Question

Why are kidnappings in Nigeria on the rise again?

Talking Points

Russians are filling America's news shortage

Statistic of the day

QUOTE OF THE DAY

"Thank you, President Trump. Thank you for watching. I'm surprised you're still — isn't it past your jail time?" 

The Explainer

The dangers of last-chance tourism

Picture of the day

Sparks fly

Poll watch

Puzzles
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INSTANT OPINION

Today's best commentary

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WORD OF THE DAY

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