Today, Explained is Vox's daily news explainer podcast. Hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King will guide you through the most important stories of the day.
The Trump administration is seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is scheduled back in court this week. Plus, a closer look at a work that may have inspired Mangione (the Unabomber’s manifesto).
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Why Harvard is fighting back
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Art of the (Iran) deal
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It’s China’s turn
China has spent years preparing for this trade war — and for a world no longer dominated by the US.
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What if college isn't for everyone?
For decades, high schools and parents have prioritized college for all graduating seniors. Now, more students are asking if there's another way.
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Watercooler TV is back
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Laura Loomered the NSA
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Plastic rain, plastic rain
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The nostalgia economy
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Project 2025’s next chapter
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Is a house still a good investment?
Given the economy and interest rates, homebuying doesn't seem like it’s necessarily the way to go anymore. So consider this not your parents’ real estate advice.
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Pray for Hooters
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The day after "Liberation Day"
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Why young people are getting cancer
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Hasan Piker explains himself
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Not Coming to America
Traveling to the United States is getting tricky, but there are ways to be careful.
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Blinded by the headlights
Drivers and passengers are right: Car headlights are brighter now. And the solutions aren't simple.
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Huge week for the group chat
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Fear is the economy killer
The biggest threat to the American economy might be the American consumer’s sour mood.
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The “Joe Rogan of the left”
Data on who didn’t vote for the Dems is finally coming in and it’s clear that they have a problem. Can Hasan Piker be the solution?
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Trump's judge grudge
Judges, including one of his own Supreme Court appointees, are trying to rein President Trump in. In return, Trump is threatening to impeach judges.
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Make America Measles Again (MAMA)
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Gen Sex
Gen X women are freeing themselves from the hangups of the '90s, and having the best sex of their lives. Media portrayals of middle-aged women are starting to catch up too.