Category Archive: 5) Global Macro
How Donald Trump made the Gaza talks happen
How did Donald Trump make the Gaza talks happen? Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, and Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, discuss the ongoing peace negotiations in Egypt and how America’s president was pivotal in making them happen.
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How Donald Trump made the Gaza talks happen
How did Donald Trump make the Gaza talks happen? Jason Palmer, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, and Anshel Pfeffer, our Israel correspondent, discuss the ongoing peace negotiations in Egypt and how America’s president was pivotal in making them happen.
00:00 - How did we get to this point?
02:55 - What’s the peace plan as it stands?
03:45 - Why do both sides want this first phase?
04:54 - What happens after the first stages of the ceasefire?...
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North Korea is becoming even more brutal
North Koreans are being executed for watching foreign television shows. The Economist interviewed escapees and analysed satellite imagery to investigate Kim Jong Un's increasingly brutal regime.
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Is NASA close to finding life on Mars?
How close is humanity to discovering life on Mars? NASA scientist Dr Katie Stack Morgan joins Alok Jha, host of The Babbage podcast, to discuss new research that might finally answer the age-old question.
Thumbnail image source: NASA
00:00 - What makes Perseverance the most advanced Mars rover ever?
02:02 - What exactly did Perseverance discover in Sapphire Canyon?
03:39 - Could the “poppy seeds” and “leopard spots” on the Martian rock be signs...
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Why NATO is struggling with Russian drones
Can NATO protect its skies from Russia? On September 10th NATO experienced the worst-ever violation of its airspace, when 19 Russian drones entered Poland. On paper, the alliance has an incredibly capable air-defence system. But drones present a new threat. Shashank Joshi, our defence editor, explains why
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Could India be the next AI superpower?
Why are technology companies investing so much in India’s AI ecosystem? Shailesh Chitnis, global business writer at The Economist, discusses what this might mean for the future of AI both in India and globally, with co-host of The Intelligence podcast Rosie Blau.
00:00 –Why are American tech companies so excited about India?
02:40 –If services are cheap or free, how do these firms plan to make money?
03:38 –Why isn't India building its own AI...
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Will President Trump’s peace plan work?
Following pressure from Donald Trump, Israel's prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, has been strong-armed into a Gaza peace deal. Our Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom considers whether Hamas will agree to the deal.
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Will President Trump’s peace plan work?
Following pressure from President Donald Trump, Israeli prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, has been strong-armed into agreeing a deal for Gaza.
Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent at The Economist and co-host of The Intelligence podcast Rosie Blau discuss whether Hamas will agree to the deal.
00:00 – What is Trump’s peace plan?
03:09 – How close is this peace plan to previous ones?
05:23 – Will Hamas agree to these terms?
07:00 – What is...
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Why do leeches have so many brains?
Attaching yourself onto bigger creatures and sucking their blood doesn't sound like a taxing lifestyle. But leeches need 32 brains to cope. We explain why #biology #science
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Israel is losing support in America
Israel is losing support in America. Polling by The Economist reveals a bipartisan shift, as both Democrats and Republicans question the relationship
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Why Trump is bailing out Argentina’s Milei
President Trump has taken the unusual step of stabilising Argentina’s peso, showing just how far he’ll go to support ideological allies like Javier Milei. Our Latin America correspondent, Kinley Salmon, explains why this intervention may do little for Argentina’s economy—or Milei’s re-election
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How much protein do you really need?
As strength training gains popularity, many are turning their attention to the crucial role of protein in building muscle. In this episode on wellness trends, the host of Babbage Alok Jha and senior science writer Tim Cross examine the science behind protein intake, how much is needed and how it supports muscle growth.
00:00 – What role does protein play in our diet?
00:53 – Where does dietary protein come from?
01:39 – What are the recommended...
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Welcome to The Economist Insider
We’re inviting our subscribers inside The Economist.
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From next month subscribers will get access to a weekly show from Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in chief, plus shows exploring geopolitics, defence, economics and tech with our experts, streamed...
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What is the future of the UN?
Is the United Nations still fit for purpose? Anton La Guardia, diplomatic editor at The Economist, discusses the future of the UN as it marks its 80th birthday with co-host of The Intelligence Jason Palmer.
0:00 – What is the state of the United Nations at 80?
0:44 – Macron recognises aPalestinian state: why is this significant?
2:11 – Why does American funding matter so much?
5:00 – What does the UN look like without America?
5:45 – Will the UN...
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Are Japanese people finally quitting their jobs?
In Japan the ideal worker was once employed fresh from graduation and expected to stick with one company for life. But the rigid “salaryman” model is crumbling. Our Japan reporter, Moeka Iida, explains why #japan #employment #work
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What happens to the UN without America?
What would happen if America left the UN? As the organisation turns 80, our diplomatic editor, Anton La Guardia, analyses whether its future is under threat on The Intelligence podcast.
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Why do the Democrats seem so weak?
Donald Trump’s net approval rating is in dire straits. And yet, the Democratic Party is even less popular than the president. Robert Guest, our deputy editor, explains why #usa #democrats #politics
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Can two sperm make a baby?
Scientists have created mouse pups with two fathers by combining the sperm of two mice in a lab. The breakthrough technique offers a possible future in which two dads could have children to whom they are both genetically related
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Weekly Market Pulse: An Energetic Market
Quite the turnaround from February–March. Back then, tariff chaos sank the dollar 10% in March, volatility spiked, correlations went quickly toward +1, markets cracked, and only currency havens like the euro, yen, and gold found love.
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How Trumpian is Britain becoming?
America’s president is paying a state visit to Britain at a time when there are growing calls to Make England Great Again. Is Britain becoming more Trumpian?
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