Doug Dowson, a data journalist at The Economist, dives into the resurgence of conflict in the Middle East, as the explosion of pagers signals a fallout for Hizbullah amidst escalating violence. The discussion unfolds the implications of compromised communications for this Shia militant group and touches on public sentiment in Lebanon. On a different note, Dowson reveals how America's obsession with large vehicles contributes to road safety hazards, advocating for potential regulatory changes. Plus, the therapeutic joys and risks of fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast are explored.
