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The Intelligence from The Economist

Hunger gains: Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis

Sep 15, 2021
Ben Farmer, The Economist's correspondent covering Afghanistan, sheds light on the dire humanitarian crisis following the Taliban’s takeover. He discusses the devastating impact of economic collapse and the halt of international aid on millions of Afghans. Tim Cross, Technology editor, analyzes the high-profile legal battle between Apple and Epic Games, highlighting the implications of the court’s ruling for market competition. Additionally, they touch on how lax pollution monitoring in the U.S. poses health risks, raising concerns over environmental regulations.
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