Tom Gardner, the Addis Ababa correspondent for The Economist, shares insights from the turbulent Amhara region as Ethiopia's civil war intensifies. He sheds light on the humanitarian crisis and the unpredictable power dynamics at play. Matsou Favas, a finance correspondent and cryptocurrency regulation expert, discusses the rising scrutiny on the booming crypto market, highlighting the contrasting approaches of different nations. With humor, they also unravel the unconventional marital dynamics emerging in North Korea, as women increasingly take on financial roles in challenging societal conditions.