Editor's Picks from The Economist

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, a new book examines the transatlantic trade in phrases between America and Britain. While Americans seem quite fond of Britishisms, the sentiment is not reciprocated.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. On October 3rd the British government announced plans to cede sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Our leader argues that the deal is a mistake that denies the Chagossians a say.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. As the conflict between Israel and Hamas spreads, we consider the likelihood of a serious oil shock. While today’s ample supply provides a shield against geopolitical risk, it is not an impenetrable one.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Our cover leader argues that no matter who is elected president in November, Donald Trump’s ideas will win.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Despite critical ambivalence about Malcolm Gladwell, his newest book, Revenge of the Tipping Point, has much to offer. 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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. On the 75th anniversary of the foundation of Communist China, memories of the collapse of the Soviet Union loom large.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today we explore what the American election has revealed about the polarising role of gender in the country’s politics.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.

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today we consider why Canada’s economic growth is faltering. A flagging service sector and sluggish petroleum production are likely to blame. 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.