The closure of the Summer Olympic Games in Paris marks a significant moment for the capital, highlighting the importance of gleaning lessons from such events to enhance future city-centric games. Additionally, advancements in vehicle technology are ushering in a new era of augmented reality with the introduction of holographic 3D displays, offering drivers an immersive experience beyond traditional 2D indicators. In geopolitical developments, the recent shift in territorial control in Ukraine, with its forces advancing significantly into Russian territory, emphasizes the ongoing complexities and changes in modern warfare dynamics since the Second World War.
Part of Russia is under foreign control for the first time since the second world war. We ask about the strategy behind the surprise raid—which may not be the last. The Paris Olympics were, all told, a tremendous success, with some lessons for future games (11:47). And the 3-D holographic displays coming to a car dashboard near you (20:35).
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