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Editor's Picks from The Economist
Editor’s Picks: October 23rd 2023
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A selection of three essential articles read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. This week, why only America can save Israel and Gaza from a greater catastrophe. Also, the recent election in Poland offers a lesson in how to push back on populism (10:30) and the resurgence of bedbugs, beyond the hype (16:00).
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Rude awakening: America and Europe head the wrong way with AI
04:58|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. China’s DeepSeek is challenging America’s AI dominance, while Europe lags behind. To be competitive America needs to ease up, while Europe needs to catch up.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.Credible threat: What will DOGE do to the Pentagon?
08:06|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Reforming the Pentagon is much harder than other parts of government. America’s security depends upon Elon Musk and Donald Trump getting it right.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.Dazzle me: the popularity of lab-grown diamonds has consequences
07:47|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. The market for lab-grown diamonds is exploding. But flooding the market with synthetic stones may damage the value of their natural counterparts.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.MAGA in Gaza: Donald Trump's brazen plans for the enclave are as bad as they seem
06:47|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Donald Trump's schemes for the redevelopment of Gaza are sinister and unorthodox. His intervention could embolden hardliners and erode support from America’s allies.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.Tariff tease: America's short-lived trade war with its neighbours may not yet be over
06:44|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Donald Trump's trade war trade war seems to have stopped before it even started, but a combination of ideology, complacent markets and a need for revenue may still lead to high tariffs.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.Scam Inc: the organised crime syndicates of the digital age
08:49|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Many people assume scams are obvious and avoidable. But, as our new podcast series uncovers, the modern scam industry is sophisticated, massive and transnational.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.Marmite movie: why everyone loves or hates “Emilia Pérez”
04:56|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Critics have been raving about the musical thriller “Emilia Pérez”, which received 13 Oscar nominations, but audiences disagree. What about the film is causing such divisive opinions?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.False security: why your investments are less diverse than you might think
06:12|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Building a diverse portfolio is a sensible investment strategy. On the surface, it appears easy to do, but as markets grow increasingly tied together, it has become much harder.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.First aid: Donald Trump targets assistance to foreigners
04:45|A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Donald Trump’s chaotic aid freeze has disrupted programs around the world and harmed America’s soft-power. Though the money goes beyond its borders, the country benefits too.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.