Stymie a river: the American West dries up

Erin Braun, The Economist's Mountain West correspondent, sheds light on the alarming water crisis in the Colorado River, noting the urgent need for new management strategies as climate change exacerbates drought conditions. Meanwhile, Anshul Pfeffer, Israel's correspondent, discusses the international fallout from the misuse of Pegasus spyware, raising vital questions about privacy and government surveillance. They also touch on the revival of Iru, a beloved Nigerian seasoning, celebrating its culinary journey from local staple to global phenomenon.