Abby Bertix, a science writer at The Economist, shares insights from an intriguing experiment where neurons were trained to play Pong, showcasing exciting advancements in neuroscience. Maria Vilcek, news editor, tackles the political landscape post-Roe v. Wade, highlighting how recent Supreme Court decisions are influencing the midterms and mobilizing suburban women to advocate for reproductive rights. They also discuss the appointment of General Armageddon in Ukraine, delving into his controversial strategies amidst escalating conflict.
When America’s Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, the conventional wisdom was that it would help Democrats by galvanising them for the midterm elections. Two weeks away from Election Day, the picture isn’t quite so clear. We meet Russia’s ruthless new battlefield commander. And what scientists can learn from training nerve cells to play Pong. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer