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Dead man: the most important voter in British politics
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It's been nearly a decade since the Brexit referendum, but Britain's major political parties still pander to voting demographics from that era. The only problem is that most of the imagined voters have since died.
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Grave problem: China is changing how it deals with its dead
06:02|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. As land runs short and costs rise, China is encouraging people to give up big graves. While lavish tombs were once the norm, they are increasingly being rejected for more ecologically-minded alternatives.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Droning on: the successes of Ukraine’s drone industry
06:56|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Expensive Western drones have struggled in Ukraine’s harsh battlefield conditions. Meanwhile, local firms are leading the sector in a war where agility and disposability matter more than perfection.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Bright light: a simple remedy for seasonal affective disorder
04:40|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Short days and fading sun bring more than just cold weather. Bright light therapy may offer a surprisingly simple way to ease seasonal blues.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Working women: changing patterns in America’s workforce
05:56|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. The growth of America’s female labour force has stalled and may even have reversed. The change highlights obligations at home and how work is organised.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Dark patterns: the danger of coercive user experience design
06:31|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Many websites and apps use UX to quietly manipulate users. But business leaders can no longer afford to ignore the deployment of these “dark patterns”.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Constitutional crisis: the French government’s uncertain future
08:38|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. The constitution designed by Charles de Gaulle once brought stability to France. Today, with Parliament splintered and executive power eroding, that vision is being challenged.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Dangerous dynamic: the troubling spat between China and America
05:17|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Both America and China are attempting to show strength by leveraging key industries and slapping on aggressive tariffs. What this really proves is that the two nations continue to misunderstand their relationship.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Debt’s door: the rich world’s ruinous finances
08:26|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Mounting inflation has left the governments of the rich world riddled with debt. As the crisis builds, so does the threat of disruption to the social contract.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Visual learning: how video models are improving artificial intelligence
07:08|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. AI-generated video is becoming the sector’s most exciting new frontier. Amid all the AI slop, these systems promise huge leaps in visual and spatial problem-solving.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+.For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.