Boiling over: an attempt on the Slovakian PM’s life
Boiling over: an attempt on the Slovakian PM’s life  
Podcast: The Intelligence from The Economist
Published On: Thu May 16 2024
Description: An attempt on Robert Fico’s life comes at a time of deep-running polarisation in his country—much of which is his own doing. A vote today among auto workers in America’s historically union-unfriendly south will indicate whether an organised-labour revolution can take hold (9:26). And the perception of time varies depending on what you are looking at (17:24).Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.