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Big shot: does a cancer vaccine work?

The Economist· Aug 27, 2026· 22m 5s

Personalised vaccines could offer a breakthrough in the fight against cancer. Our correspondent analyses the latest trial. Canada’s oil market is flourishing, despite the trade war. And, why we will always love Dolly Parton . Guests and host: Natasha Loder, health editor Sarah Lawrynuik, deputy editor of “The Intelligence” Jon Fasman, senior culture correspondent Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered:  Cancer, immunotherapy, vaccines, mRNA Oil, Canada, trade war, tariff

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Big shot: does a cancer vaccine work?

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  1. Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

    Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

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  2. Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

    Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

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  3. We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

    We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

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  4. The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

    The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

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  5. Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

    Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

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  6. Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

    Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

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