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Archbishop of Canterbury resigns over abuse scandal

2024/11/13
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Key Insights

Why did the Archbishop of Canterbury resign?

Justin Welby resigned due to pressure over his failure to report child abuser John Smyth to the police in 2013. Smyth abused dozens of boys in the UK and abroad, and Welby's handling of the situation was heavily criticized.

What was the six-word Google search that could expose users to hacking?

The search term 'Are Bengal cats legal in Australia?' could lead to fake websites designed to infect computers with malware or steal personal information.

How did a female magician manage to join the all-male Magic Circle?

Sophie Lloyd disguised herself as a male magician named Raymond and successfully fooled the Magic Circle for a year and a half before revealing her true identity.

What are the implications of Justin Welby's resignation for the Anglican Communion?

Welby's departure leaves a significant leadership void in the 85 million-strong Anglican Communion, potentially leading to questions about the future of the Church of England and the possibility of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

What foreign policy stance do Trump's recent appointments suggest?

Trump's picks, including Mike Waltz and potentially Marco Rubio, indicate a tough stance on China and a pro-Israeli policy direction, with implications for U.S. involvement in conflicts like Ukraine.

How did researchers in Australia deter great white sharks from attacking surfers?

Researchers used decoys with horizontal light stripes, which made the decoys appear less like seals and more like random objects, deterring shark attacks without harming the sharks.

Why are some Shia conservative groups in Iraq proposing to lower the age of consent to nine?

These groups aim to establish a parallel sectarian judicial authority that could allow for child marriages and restrict women's rights in inheritance, divorce, and custody, reflecting a broader campaign to restrict civil society and freedoms in Iraq.

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Shownotes Transcript

The Archbishop of Canterbury has resigned over an abuse scandal. Also: the six word google search that can expose you to hacking, and the female magician who pulled off a disappearing act from the all male Magic Circle.