Editor's Picks from The Economist

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. For years “Neanderthal” served as shorthand for ineptitude. Nobody would have considered them sophisticated enough to perform surgery. A battered tooth from a cave in southern Siberia is forcing a rethink.Topics covered:NeanderthalsArchaeologyEvolutionary biologyListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Chinese officials have ignored Europe's pleas to tackle trade imbalances. European leaders are preparing tougher trade measures against China. A trade war is becoming harder to avoid.Topics covered:ChinaEuropean UnionTradeListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Countries across Asia are being battered by the energy shock caused by the war in Iran. Governments in the region are having to adapt, with potentially long-lasting consequences.Topics covered:Iran warEnergy shockRenewable energyListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. AI is not yet destroying many jobs. But given how fast the technology is improving, governments must prepare a safety-net. Topics covered:Artificial intelligenceLabour marketsEconomic policyListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. The villains of crime shows and thrillers used to be terrorists and mobsters. Now they come from inside the house—often the White House. These stories reflect a distrustful age.  Topics covered:ConspiraciesTelevisionCultureListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Cities across America are losing children fast. But in the country’s richest, densest cities, there is one group noticeably defying the trend.Topics covered:ParentingGentrificationUnited StatesListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Europe’s economy is being weighed down by regulation. Europeans are trying to simplify the rules, but reformers will face steep political hurdles.Topics covered:Europe’s economyRegulationEnergyListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Donald Trump’s visit to China could shape the future of Sino-American relations, from artificial intelligence to supply chains and Taiwan.Topics covered:Donald TrumpXi JinpingChina and United StatesListen 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Demand for trading cards, sports memorabilia and other highly prized items is huge. Auction houses are getting in on this growing market. Topics covered:CollectiblesPassion assetsHeritage AuctionsListen 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.