Today, Explained

This week California passed what some call the toughest law on police use of deadly force in the country. It hinges on one word: necessary. (Transcript .)

Hong Kong ramped up its protests and China ramped up its propaganda machine. But the conflict may have finally reached a turning point. (Transcript .)

There’s a train full of coal sitting on the tracks in eastern Kentucky. It’s being blocked by a group of laid-off miners who want what they're owed. (Transcript .)

This weekend in Afghanistan was one of the deadliest this year. Vox’s Jenn Williams explains whether America can end its longest war. (Transcript .)

The Trump administration is ramping up sanctions on Venezuela, but it may end up hurting the people they're meant to help. (Transcript .)