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How will calamity change Los Angeles?
Short-sighted policies amplified the destruction. Will LA–and California–learn from their mistakes?
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How hard is it to run the Pentagon?
A look at the responsibilities Donald Trump is giving to Pete Hegseth, a former platoon leader
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Time could be running out for TikTok
After a Supreme Court hearing, the app could be banned soon—unless it finds a new owner
The Economist explains
What would Donald Trump gain from seizing the Panama Canal?
The president-elect claims the crossing is controlled by China and rips off American consumers
Asia
AUKUS enters its fifth year. How is the pact faring?
It has weathered two big political changes. What about Donald Trump’s return?
Asia
Joe Biden’s mixed legacy on Japan
Security co-operation flourished, but a scuppered steel deal leaves a sour taste
The Americas
Canada and America have been fighting about timber for 40 years
As Donald Trump takes office, the chances of a lumber deal look slim
Middle East & Africa
America concludes genocide has been committed in Sudan—again
The move highlights the magnitude of Sudan’s civil war but does little to end it
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America’s bet on industrial policy starts to pay off for semiconductors
Trump will not reverse the chip subsidies, but will he reinforce them?
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Mike Johnson has his old job back, for now
But the GOP has the tightest House majority in nearly a century
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When treating snakebites, American hospitals turn to zoos
The zookeeper will see you now
Leaders
Pete Hegseth’s culture war will weaken America’s armed forces
Donald Trump’s nominee for defence risks driving away talent
Leaders
Donald the Deporter
Could a man who makes ugly promises of mass expulsion actually fix America’s immigration system?
Briefing
How far will Donald Trump go to get rid of illegal immigrants?
It is his signature policy, but the obstacles are daunting
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Los Angeles against the flames
Always vulnerable, the city is increasingly susceptible to fire