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Tesla’s Autopilot could save the lives of millions. It will kill a few of us first.  By Zachary R. Mider  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech’s most controversial startup, founded by a 27-year-old gamer and backed by Trump’s favorite billionaire, makes attack drones.  By Joshua BrusteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland’s Kerrygold has conquered America’s kitchens with its bright-yellow butter made from milk from grass-fed cows.  By Elizabeth Dunn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wealthy businessman rides a wave of discontent to the country’s highest office, concentrates power in his hands, and cozies up to Putin. This time, though, there are horses.  By Matthew Campbell and Terrence EdwardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO Steve Easterbrook is leading McDonald's into the age of Code.  By Thomas Buckley and Leslie PattonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To reach its electric, self-driving future, GM has to overcome challenges. Like strikes. And tech that works, And finding a market. By David Welch and Bryan Gruley See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The company’s $63 billion purchase of Monsanto looks increasingly like an epic own goal. By Caroline Winter and Tim Loh  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaCroix was once the darling of sparkling waters. Today it’s struggling against a crowded market and a raft of lawsuits. By Lauren Etter and Craig Giammona See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat can't make fake burgers fast enough. By Deena ShankerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hong Kong’s demonstrators have one big issue: Their city’s fate when China fully takes over in 28 years.  By Matthew Campbell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.