In today's episode, we bring you the latest updates from Israel, delve into Fani Willis's day in court, discuss the verdict in Trump's business case, and provide valuable tips on vacationing with a friend.
Time Stamps:
11:40 The Cut
20:39 Donald Trump
29:09 Fani Willis
39:15 Alexei Navalny
45:52 Israel Update
53:50 Vacations with Friends
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Tim Harford investigates the numbers in the news.
Presenter: Tim Harford
Reporters: Nathan Gower and Lucy Proctor
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Series producer: Tom Colls
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Music by Jack Bauerlein.
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