The brawl between Donald Trump and Elon Musk may be the best political theatre of the year so far, which is saying something. Mr Musk looks like the more vulnerable of the two pugilists. Our article explains why. 

Elsewhere, the civil war in Myanmar has become a bewildering and bloody mess. The West has lost interest, leaving China as the main actor in the country. It shapes the fighting in order to safeguard its interests. The situation is not just a tragedy—but also a warning.  

And what did scientists analyse to reveal more secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls this week? Answer this and more questions on the headlines in our pint-sized news quiz.