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A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, our cover story examines the new revolution in conservatism. Plus, how worried should Amazon be about its new challengers? Finally, China’s hopes for the tropical island of Hainan. Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, our cover story in most of the world explains how the next-generation of drones in Ukraine are transforming warfare. Our cover story in America and Asia, meanwhile, asks whether Xi Jinping has lost control of China’s markets. Finally, can Russia compete with the West in AI? Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, our cover story in most of the world explains the alternative to agony in the Middle East. Our cover story in Europe and Asia, on the other hand, examines the state of social media, as Facebook turns 20. Also, why China is seeking to reap the political benefits from the crisis in the Red Sea. Plus, what can CEOs learn from the resignation of the English Premier League's most famous football managers? Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, our cover story in the Americas, Britain and Europe asks: could the border cost President Biden the election? In the rest of the world, our cover story explains how AI could help developing countries. Finally, we explore the modern relevance of 3,000-year-old religious sculptures in India. Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, our cover story in the Americas, Britain and Europe explores what electing Donald Trump again would mean for American business and the economy. In the rest of the world, our cover story explains why Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s illiberalism may cause India to stagnate. Also, our economics column examines how the post-pandemic business cycle is challenging some long-standing theories. Finally, how China is making the burger its own. Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, the war against the Houthis is part of an escalating struggle for the seas. Also, why the West should keep its markets open to cheap, clean vehicles from China. Plus, America's presidential race looks most likely to be a fight between two elderly candidates. What does the science of ageing say about the election? Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover story explains that by failing to look past Joe Biden for their presidential nominee, America’s Democrats have shown cowardice and complacency. Also, can India, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia be the next great economies? Plus, we explore why millions of Chinese people are embracing winter sports. Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of articles read aloud from The Economist’s annual “The World Ahead” publication. First, a letter from Tom Standage, the editor, on the ten trends to watch in 2024. Next, The Economist’s foreign editor argues that the world must try to break a vicious cycle of insecurity this year. Plus, our business affairs editor asks: when will generative AI enter your workplace? Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover story in most of the world explores America’s increasingly partisan press. In Britain and Europe our cover explains that Britain's ruling Conservative party has yet again shown an inability to provide the country with the normality that it needs. Also, in Nicaragua we find that Miss Universe contestants are the latest victims of Daniel Ortega’s authoritarian regime. Plus, how much can Taylor Swift fans shake the Earth? Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover story in most of the world this week explores the route to peace in the Middle East. In Britain, our cover probes how the UK has over-medicalised mental health. Also, how grizzly bears became the newest battleground in the political culture wars. Finally, Australia’s changing relationship with international students. Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover story in Europe this week asks: is Vladimir Putin winning the war in Ukraine? Elsewhere, our cover explores why conventional wisdom on inequality is wrong (10:30). Also, following the death of Henry Kissinger, we reflect on what his diplomacy can teach the world (17:45). Plus, an artificial intelligence system has found more than two million materials that were previously unknown to science (22:45). Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

A selection of four essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover story in most of the world explains why the world must try harder on climate change. Our cover story in the Middle East and Africa investigates the ambitious ascent of the United Arab Emirates (11:05). Also, we look at why non-white voters in America are abandoning Democrats (18:35) and our analysis finds the obesity pay gap is bigger than previously thought (27:00). Sign up for a free trial of Economist Podcasts+. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.