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At least 19 children and two adults were shot dead at a primary school in uvalde, texas yesterday. The suspected murderer was an 18 year old who was killed by lice. And it used to be that video games didn't have or need much of a narrative thread. Now teams of writers and authors are now getting in on the game.

After 19 children and two adults were gunned down in Texas, we ask why gun laws are actually loosening in many states and why even moderate gun controls do not get passed. The rapid spread of monkeypox has rattled a covid-weary world; how much cause for concern is there? And why teams of professional writers are getting involved in games development. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer