Can Sri Lanka trade its way back to prosperity?

Ben Chu, Newsnight's economic editor, takes a closer look at the country's economic woes.
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High-Profile Raids Showcase Zelensky’s Corruption Crackdown in Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelensky is eager to highlight his crackdown on corruption, ahead of E.U. accession talks and possible Western investigations of war aid.

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Alphabet’s Profit Falls 34% Amid Ads Slowdown

Google’s parent company reported its fourth consecutive drop in quarterly profit, weeks after culling 6 percent of its work force to cut costs.

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Your Friday Briefing: The U.S. Military Expands in the Philippines

Also, Vladimir Putin evokes Stalingrad and a contested film is a box-office hit in India.

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It’s Winter. Let’s Go to the Farmers’ Market!

In cities like Detroit and Philadelphia, markets have become year-round destinations, offering classes, crafts and music, as well as a surprising array of fresh produce.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Was the ‘Best Weapon in Basketball’

Everyone knew he was close to surpassing Wilt Chamberlain’s career scoring record in 1984. Opponents still couldn’t stop him.

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It’s Winter. Let’s Go to the Farmers’ Market!

In cities like Detroit and Philadelphia, markets have become year-round destinations, offering classes, crafts and music, as well as a surprising array of fresh produce.

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