The survey found that people in rich countries feel more secure than those in poor ones. Ed says this is not just about money, but also a sense of individual's own security. He thinks there are two answers to the question: prosperity has some role to play and liberal values can help nations cope with change.
Despite cosying up with Russia and accusing America of trying to topple him, the newly re-elected president now appears to be flirting with old allies. But there is reason to be sceptical. A global survey shows that liberal values may not be catching on as some expected (09:54). And, have scientists found the biggest animal that ever lived (18:36)?
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