Monday July 22 2024

Great computer meltdown: Say hello to CrowdStrike

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Good Reads

An excellent list of deep dives, features, and profiles from around the web.

Good Reads

The Quiz

Say hello to splainer’s weekly quiz. Nope, it isn’t boring!

The Quiz

Smart and Curious

Angela Merkel the detective, LEGO bricks for space & China’s live-in son-in-laws.

Smart & Curious

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Big edition: Splainer's Sliding Doors

July 14 2025

Splainer’s news edition will shut down on August 29. Editor/founder Lakshmi Chaudhry explains why.

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Big edition: Welcome to Souk

July 7 2025

Next week, splainer launches Souk—a marketplace of wonderful products worth your time and money.

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Big edition: Black (Un)Box

June 30 2025

A detailed New York Times investigation uncovers more answers than Indian agencies.

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Big edition: Trump Bombs Iran

June 23 2025

Seven B-52 stealth bombers pounded three nuclear plants in Iran. We look at possible outcomes.

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