Stephen Mazey, chief correspondent for The Economist covering the Supreme Court, shares insights on Chief Justice John Roberts' balancing act between progressive rulings and conservative challenges. Alex Trevely, India correspondent based in Delhi, discusses the ramifications of India's ban on TikTok amidst rising geopolitical tensions and its emotional impact on users. The conversation also touches on the significant drop in Bordeaux wine prices, tied to climate change and the pandemic, revealing a shifting landscape for wine producers.
Recent Supreme Court rulings might seem like a leftward shift. But Chief Justice John Roberts is leaving loopholes for future conservative challenges. China’s video-sharing social network TikTok was wildly popular in India, until the government pulled the plug this week. And why high-end Bordeaux wines are so (relatively) cheap.