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From The Economist. The exiled son of Iran’s former shah says citizens are getting “butchered” by the regime and explains how he would plan to lead the country during a transition period. In an interview with The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, Reza Pahlavi said his role would be to act as a neutral arbiter,…
From The Economist. Can you be too good at betting? The Economist’s data editor dives into the bookie’s battle to stop clever people winning.
From The Economist. The exiled son of Iran’s former shah explains how he would plan to lead the country during a transition period. In an interview with The Economist Reza Pahlavi said his role would be to act as a neutral arbiter, oversee free elections and a referendum and then transfer power to an elected…
From The Economist. A year into Donald Trump’s second term, global trade has been transformed. America has abandoned its role as guardian of the post-1945 order, instead wielding tariffs to punish political foes and pressure friends. Jamieson Greer, America’s trade representative, joins David Rennie, The Economist’s geopolitics editor, to defend Team Trump’s approach to America…
From The Economist. Israel is bitterly divided ahead of this year’s elections. But one of prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s main political opponents, Naftali Bennett, says he can unite the country. Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, and Edward Carr, deputy editor, travelled to Tel Aviv to ask Mr Bennett how he would restore Israel’s reputation…
From The Economist. One of Binyamin Netanyahu’s main rivals in Israel’s election, Naftali Bennett, says he would “smoke” out Hamas from Gaza, in an interview with The Economist.
From The Economist. Donald Trump has said America is “screwed” if the Supreme Court rules that his tariffs are illegal. With a ruling expected to arrive as soon as today, the US trade representative, Jamieson Greer, tells The Economist’s Geopolitics editor, David Rennie, about the administration’s plan B.
From The Economist. Iran is experiencing its sixth day of a nationwide internet blackout, as authorities try to quell some of the biggest protests the country has ever seen. President Trump has said he wants to “rescue” the protesters and help restore the internet—can he?
From The Economist. Has Trump’s Venezuela raid helped China plan military strikes? Jeremy Page and Sarah Wu, co-hosts of the Drum Tower podcast, discuss whether the US assault and extraction of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro could offer lessons for a possible future attack on Taiwan. 00:00 – What lessons will Beijing draw from the US…
From The Economist. Could Iran’s protests spark another war with Israel? Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, and Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss how unrest inside Iran could spill over and seriously ramp up tensions with Israel. 00:00 – What are the Iranian protests, and why do they matter to Israel? 01:10 –…
From The Economist. Could Iran’s protests spark another war with Israel? Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, and Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss how unrest inside Iran could spill over and seriously ramp up tensions with Israel. 00:00 – What are the Iranian protests, and why do they matter to Israel? 01:10 –…
From The Economist. Israel’s prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu says Arab leaders in private “don’t give a hoot” about the Palestinian issue. In an interview with The Economist, Mr Netanyahu refused to rule out annexation of the West Bank.
From The Economist. Why is Sherlock Holmes a gay icon in China? Jiehao Chen, co-host of the Drum Tower podcast, and Joel Budd, our senior affairs editor, discuss the famous detective’s popularity among Chinese women and what his prominence in slash fiction reveals about deeper anxieties surrounding love, marriage, and gender roles in contemporary China.…
From The Economist. Israeli prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu defends his country’s record in Gaza in an interview with The Economist.
From The Economist. At least 200 journalists have been killed in Gaza since the start of the war and the international media has been barred from independently entering the strip altogether. In an interview with The Economist, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says the Israel Defence Forces don’t target journalists and that their access is restricted…
From The Economist. Israel’s prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, says he wants to be remembered as a leader who helped secure the country’s future. With three stretches in office under his belt, is he succeeding? Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, and Edward Carr, deputy editor, travelled to Jerusalem to sit down with the prime minister.…
From The Economist. Israeli prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu says he wants to reduce Israel’s reliance on American military aid to zero within ten years. In an interview with The Economist, Mr Netanyahu said while it was “much appreciated”, his country had “come of age” and its economy would soon reach “a trillion dollars”.
From The Economist. Has Trump just pulled off the most brazen oil heist in history? Vijay Vaitheeswaran, The Economist’s Global Energy and Climate Innovation Editor talks to Ethan Wu and Mike Bird, co-hosts of The Money Talks podcast, about why America might never benefit from Venezuela’s vast oil reserves. 00:00 – Why Venezuela’s vast oil…
From The Economist. It flies in the face of most financial advice but Josh Roberts, our capital markets correspondent, highlights some unexpected advantages of investing closer to home. #theeconomist #finance #investing #stockmarket #stocks #shares
From The Economist. As warfare becomes increasingly autonomous, who should make life-and-death decisions—humans or machines? Torsten Reil, the co-founder of Helsing, explains why humans must always remain in the loop, even as rivals like Russia and China grow more comfortable handing control to AI.Click the link in our bio to watch the full episode.
From The Economist. Is the future of warfare outpacing Europe’s defences? Shashank Joshi, our defence editor, speaks with Torsten Reil, the co-founder of Helsing, about autonomous warfare, whether Europe is prepared for conflict — and whether it is ethical to send humans into modern battle. Chapters 00:00 – European defence mindset 03:00 – How prepared…
From The Economist. Following his dramatic intervention in Venezuela, President Trump has set his sights on another target: Greenland. He claims America needs the remote island in the Arctic for national security. Why? And how could he try to take the territory?
From The Economist. President Trump wants Venezuela’s oil. But getting it out of the ground could take years and at least $100bn in investment, as The Economist’s commodities editor, Matthieu Favas, explains.
From The Economist. President Trump wants Venezuela’s oil. But getting it out of the ground could take years and at least $100bn in investment, as The Economist’s commodities editor, Matthieu Favas, explains.
From The Economist. Donald Trump has captured the Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and put him in American custody. The Economist’s editor-in-chief Zanny Minton Beddoes asks a panel of our experts which countries could be next on the president’s list. 00:00 – Which country is most at risk? 01:10 – What pushed Donald Trump to capture…
From The Economist. Donald Trump has captured the Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and put him in American custody. The Economist’s editor-in-chief Zanny Minton Beddoes asks a panel of our experts which countries could be next on the president’s list.
From The Economist. Derided as the “doping Olympics”, the Enhanced Games has drawn intense criticism from sporting bodies. But, as The Economist’s health editor Natasha Loder explains, human enhancement is already a $125bn industry.
From The Economist. Has it become harder to find a soulmate? Jonathan Rosenthal, our international editor, Sue-Lin Wong, our Asia correspondent and Jason Palmer, co-host of the The Intelligence podcast, discuss the global rise in singlehood and the reasons behind it. 00:00 – Are more young adults choosing to stay single? 02:04 – How has…
From The Economist. A divided America will commemorate its 250th birthday in 2026. The Economist’s US columnist James Bennet muses on how two rival national commissions have very different ideas on how to throw America a birthday party.
From The Economist. From Donald Trump’s inauguration to the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, 2025 has been one of the more tumultuous years in recent memory. Power has shifted, elections have swept new leaders to power and technology has advanced at a dizzying pace.
From The Economist. Why are hangovers so hard to cure? Alex Hern, our AI writer and Rosie Blau, co-host of the The Intelligence podcast, discuss what actually causes a hangover and if there’s way to stop them. 00:00 – What actually causes a hangover? 01:03 – Can you stop a hangover? 02:06 – What might…
From The Economist. How do journalists at The Economist guard against groupthink? Our editors explain the importance of reporting in the field, in a special Insider episode where they answer your questions.
From The Economist. Singlehood is rising across the world. By The Economist’s estimates, there are at least 100m more single people today than if coupling rates had stayed the same as they were in 2017. What’s driving this relationship recession?
From The Economist. What books have changed the world? So many books are published each year but few stand the test of time. Journalists from across The Economist discuss the books that have most shaped the way people behave and think. Click the link to find out about all the books we reviewed – bit.ly/3KYnp5w…
From The Economist. What will the world look like in 2026? From wars in space to a superhuman sporting event, and the battle for America’s 250th birthday celebrations—these are some of the stories that will shape the coming year. 00:00 – The World Ahead 2026 00:21 – Competition in space intensifies 03:14 – Central banks…
From The Economist. In 2026 President Trump’s chosen replacement for chair of the Federal Reserve will indicate whether central bank independence can hold in America. The Economist’s economics editor Henry Curr explains how central banks across the rich world are increasingly coming under political pressure.
From The Economist. Fighting a war in space is no longer science fiction. The Economist’s defence editor, Shashank Joshi, explains how military competition is intensifying far above the earth.
From The Economist. Are seniors more addicted to screens than teenagers? Tom Wainwright, our media editor and Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss the rise of screen use among the elderly and the potential risks and benefits. 01:05 – The risks of excessive screen use 02:22 – Can seniors benefit from using digital…
From The Economist. Is China prolonging the war in Ukraine? China is Russia’s biggest trading partner and the top buyer of Russian oil, sparking criticism that Beijing is enabling Moscow’s war machine. The Economist’s Geopolitics editor, David Rennie, speaks to Da Wei, a professor at Tsinghua University, to gauge how the Chinese government would respond…
From The Economist. Reporting on China is challenging. The country’s leaders seldom give interviews to Western media and when they do they tend to stick to prepared official lines. To understand China, journalists rely on well-connected academics who know the workings and worldview of the Communist Party. The Economist’s Geopolitics editor, David Rennie, speaks to…
From The Economist. Do you think kids spend too much time on their phones? You might be worrying about the wrong age group. Tom Wainwright, our media editor, reveals which generation is the most square-eyed.
From The Economist. Can online reviews actually be trusted? Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast and Andrew Palmer, host of the Boss Class podcast, discuss how consumers can navigate the subjective world of customer ratings. 00:00 – What was the last online review you used? 00:45 – Can you trust an online review? 01:44…
From The Economist. Why are phrases like delulu, 67 and hanky panky popular? Lane Greene, our language correspondent, delves into why people love to use slang.
From The Economist. Cryptocurrencies have gone mainstream this year, with more people than ever owning digital assets. The Trump administration created the first legal framework for stablecoins; a move widely welcomed by the industry. However, concerns about money laundering, the evasion of sanctions and what this all means for monetary policy persist. Our top economics…
From The Economist. Crypto is no stranger to volatility. But since hitting record highs in October, bitcoin has plunged more than 30%. Our Wall Street editor, Mike Bird, explains why this correction is different from the others.
From The Economist. The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, explores the power of arguing in schools. economistfoundation.org/donate
From The Economist. Micro-dramas may only be a few minutes long, but they are crammed with racy plot lines and taboo topics. Don Weinland, The Economist’s China business and finance editor, visited one of the largest production studios to see behind the scenes of this popular industry.
From The Economist. The Economist has crunched the data to analyse how chaotic the next general election could be.
From The Economist. The mega-rich are giving up on luxury assets. Forget fine wine, great art and glitzy mansions. Instead, they’re spending on hotels, restaurants and sporting events. The Economist’s senior economics writer, Callum Williams, explores the growth in ultra-luxury services. Tap the link to learn why working as a housekeeper in Palm Beach in…
From The Economist. Could geothermal soon overtake nuclear power? Vijay Vaitheeswaran, our Global energy & climate innovation editor and winner of the Energy Writer of the Year Award 2025, speaks to Alok Jha, host of the Babbage podcast, about long-neglected geothermal energy and the new suite of technologies that could finally see it rolled out…
From The Economist. Is China’s military might strong enough for it to become a superpower? Our editor-in-chief Zanny Minton Beddoes, deputy editor Edward Carr and our China experts assess the current state of the country’s armed forces.
From The Economist. President Trump has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela and blown up alleged narco-boats across the Caribbean. What’s behind this escalation of military force? Tap the link in our bio to read why an American oil blockade would devastate the Venezuelan regime.
From The Economist. It has been a good year for China. The country is winning its trade war with America. China is mastering new technologies and becoming an even more fearsome competitor in global markets. Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in-chief, and deputy editor Edward Carr sit down with our top China experts to assess what—if…
From The Economist. Russia’s confrontation with the West isn’t playing out on a traditional battlefield. It’s unfolding through sabotage attempts, cyber operations and political interference—all part of a widening grey-zone conflict. On Inside Defence intelligence expert Gordon Corera joins David Rennie, our geopolitics editor, to explore the Russian mindset and how Western governments should respond.…
From The Economist. Excited to settle in with a new book this Christmas? Rachel Lloyd, our deputy culture editor, shares five of our top novels published in 2025. Click the link to see the rest of our top picks: https://econ.st/48Jpf1P
From The Economist. Is an insurgency brewing in Syria? Gareth Browne, our Middle East correspondent, joins Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, to discuss Syria’s fraught transition one year after Assad’s fall and whether another uprising might be on the horizon. 00:00 – Could Syria face a new insurgency? 00:28 – What fault lines…
From The Economist. Since the ceasefire in Gaza was announced, nothing has been done to rebuild the devastated territory. Our Middle East editor, Josie Delap, looks at how much reconstruction could cost, and who might foot the bill.
From The Economist. Why are more Americans being executed? Rebecca Jackson, our Southern correspondent, and Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss how politicians and the Supreme Court have helped usher in a new era of capital punishment. Chapters: 00:00 – Why is America increasing the number of executions? 00:57 – Do Americans actually…
From The Economist. The price of gold reached record levels in October 2025. The Economist’s commodities editor, Matthieu Favas, explains why the assumption that gold is a "safe haven" may not fully explain the surge.
From The Economist. Britain wants stronger growth—but politics keeps getting in the way. Zanny Minton Beddoes, Edward Carr and our Britain team unpack why closer EU ties remain difficult, how migration shapes the debate and whether the UK could ever rejoin the single market. 00:00 – Why not get closer to Europe? 02:10 – What…