From The Economist. The threat from Russia’s dark fleet is intensifying. The Economist examines how shadow ships help rogue states and criminal networks evade sanctions and conduct sabotage

From The Economist. Five famous readers of The Economist pose some tricky questions about the paper’s history to Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in-chief, and Edward Carr, our deputy editor, in the inaugural quiz on The Insider, The Economist’s in-depth weekly discussion show. You can watch the full episode here: econ.st/4obWt04 00:00 – Bill Gates asks…

From The Economist. As celebrations continue over the ceasefire in Gaza, a number of crucial questions remain: will Hamas give up its weapons? How will the transitional authority work? And what does this mean on the ground for Gazans? The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, sat down with the paper’s experts to discuss the merits…

From The Economist. As celebrations continue over the ceasefire in Gaza, a number of crucial questions remain: will Hamas give up its weapons? How will the transitional authority work? And what does this mean on the ground for Gazans? The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, sat down with the paper’s experts to discuss the merits…

From The Economist. How do you make an object invisible? Alok Jha, host of the Babbage podcast, speaks to Professor Sir John Pendry, the theoretical physicist whose pioneering work on metamaterials has redefined how scientists can manipulate space and light. 00:00 – What are metamaterials? 02:38 – Where did the idea of the ‘invisibility cloak’…

From The Economist. One of the greatest threats to liberalism now comes from within the very western democracies it helped build. But this latest challenge is just one of many in its long history.

From The Economist. Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in-chief, sat down with Mark Carney, Canada’s prime minister, to discuss tariffs, trade and negotiating with Donald Trump. You can watch the full interview, as part of our new video series “The Economist Insider”, on Thursday October 9th at 7pm London time. 00:00 – The impact of tariffs…

From The Economist. Learn more about The Economist’s new premium video product, The Economist Insider. https://www.economist.com/insider The Economist Insider will provide front-row access to the spirited debates and candid conversations behind The Economist’s world-class journalism. It will provide unprecedented access to our journalists, showcasing the expertise, deeply informed analysis and diverse opinions within the editorial…

From The Economist. The decades-long succession saga is finally over—Rupert Murdoch’s media empire will be inherited by his son, Lachlan. Our media editor, Tom Wainwright, delves into the details of Murdoch’s “eldest boy”.

From The Economist. How did Donald Trump make the Gaza talks happen? Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, and Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, discuss the ongoing peace negotiations in Egypt and how America’s president was pivotal in making them happen.

From The Economist. How did Donald Trump make the Gaza talks happen? Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, and Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, discuss the ongoing peace negotiations in Egypt and how America’s president was pivotal in making them happen. 00:00 – How did we get to this point? 02:55 – What’s the…

From The Economist. North Koreans are being executed for watching foreign television shows. The Economist interviewed escapees and analysed satellite imagery to investigate Kim Jong Un’s increasingly brutal regime.

From The Economist. How close is humanity to discovering life on Mars? NASA scientist Dr Katie Stack Morgan joins Alok Jha, host of The Babbage podcast, to discuss new research that might finally answer the age-old question. Thumbnail image source: NASA 00:00 – What makes Perseverance the most advanced Mars rover ever? 02:02 – What…

From The Economist. Can NATO protect its skies from Russia? On September 10th NATO experienced the worst-ever violation of its airspace, when 19 Russian drones entered Poland. On paper, the alliance has an incredibly capable air-defence system. But drones present a new threat. Shashank Joshi, our defence editor, explains why

From The Economist. Why are technology companies investing so much in India’s AI ecosystem? Shailesh Chitnis, global business writer at The Economist, discusses what this might mean for the future of AI both in India and globally, with co-host of The Intelligence podcast Rosie Blau. 00:00 –Why are American tech companies so excited about India?…

From The Economist. Following pressure from Donald Trump, Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been strong-armed into a Gaza peace deal. Our Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom considers whether Hamas will agree to the deal.

From The Economist. Following pressure from President Donald Trump, Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been strong-armed into agreeing a deal for Gaza. Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent at The Economist and co-host of The Intelligence podcast Rosie Blau discuss whether Hamas will agree to the deal. 00:00 – What is Trump’s peace plan? 03:09…

From The Economist. Attaching yourself onto bigger creatures and sucking their blood doesn’t sound like a taxing lifestyle. But leeches need 32 brains to cope. We explain why #biology #science

From The Economist. Israel is losing support in America. Polling by The Economist reveals a bipartisan shift, as both Democrats and Republicans question the relationship

From The Economist. President Trump has taken the unusual step of stabilising Argentina’s peso, showing just how far he’ll go to support ideological allies like Javier Milei. Our Latin America correspondent, Kinley Salmon, explains why this intervention may do little for Argentina’s economy—or Milei’s re-election

From The Economist. As strength training gains popularity, many are turning their attention to the crucial role of protein in building muscle. In this episode on wellness trends, the host of Babbage Alok Jha and senior science writer Tim Cross examine the science behind protein intake, how much is needed and how it supports muscle…

From The Economist. We’re inviting our subscribers inside The Economist. Insider, our new premium video experience, will provide unprecedented access to our journalists, showcasing the expertise, deeply informed analysis and diverse opinions within the editorial team. From next month subscribers will get access to a weekly show from Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in chief, plus…

From The Economist. Is the United Nations still fit for purpose? Anton La Guardia, diplomatic editor at The Economist, discusses the future of the UN as it marks its 80th birthday with co-host of The Intelligence Jason Palmer. 0:00 – What is the state of the United Nations at 80? 0:44 – Macron recognises aPalestinian…

From The Economist. In Japan the ideal worker was once employed fresh from graduation and expected to stick with one company for life. But the rigid “salaryman” model is crumbling. Our Japan reporter, Moeka Iida, explains why #japan #employment #work

From The Economist. What would happen if America left the UN? As the organisation turns 80, our diplomatic editor, Anton La Guardia, analyses whether its future is under threat on The Intelligence podcast.

From The Economist. Donald Trump’s net approval rating is in dire straits. And yet, the Democratic Party is even less popular than the president. Robert Guest, our deputy editor, explains why #usa #democrats #politics

From The Economist. Scientists have created mouse pups with two fathers by combining the sperm of two mice in a lab. The breakthrough technique offers a possible future in which two dads could have children to whom they are both genetically related

From The Economist. America’s president is paying a state visit to Britain at a time when there are growing calls to Make England Great Again. Is Britain becoming more Trumpian?

From The Economist. Why can’t governments stop the rise of populist parties and satisfy the markets? Gavin Jackson, our finance writer, explains why politicians face an impossible dilemma: fixing weak economies with only deeply unpopular policies to choose from.

From The Economist. As cars are increasingly designed to be smartphones on wheels, Jan Piotrowski, our business columnist, argues that they should be manufactured like smartphones, too #cars #iphone #manufacturing

From The Economist. Every four minutes a car is stolen in Britain—but where do they end up? We tracked the new global black market in stolen vehicles.

From The Economist. When MI6’s new chief takes over on October 1st, she’ll face a world where technology has irrevocably changed the nature of modern espionage. Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, and Shashank Joshi, our defence editor, discuss what the future holds for Britain’s foreign intelligence agency. 00:00 – How would you characterise…

From The Economist. China is obsessed with pre-paid cards. Western credit culture often encourages consumers to buy now and pay later. But in China, it’s usually the reverse #china #bnpl #shopping

From The Economist. What do Americans really think of Donald Trump? John Prideaux, our US editor, breaks down the latest data to find out how popular the president is.