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Every weekday our global network of correspondents makes sense of the stories beneath the headlines. We bring you surprising trends and tales from around the world, current affairs, business and finance — as well as science and technology.

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As the Australian authorities continue their investigation into Sunday’s deadly attack on a Hannukah party in Sydney, investigators have uncovered a possible link with Islamic State. Our journalists recommend their favourite books of 2025. And why th... more

Today Hong Kong’s most prominent media mogul was convicted of flouting national security legislation. Our correspondent explains the consequences for the territory. Why the policies of Britain’s Labour government are damaging London. And our correspo... more

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Iranian Foreign Minister
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Episode: Deal them back in? What we heard in Iran
Yogi Adityanath
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh
Government of Uttar Pradesh
Episode: Growth negligence: Britain’s budget
Rachel Reeves
Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer
Labour Party
Episode: Growth negligence: Britain’s budget
Jordan Bardella
30-year-old protégé of Marine Le Pen and prominent figure in French politics.
Rassemblement National
Episode: Heir Jordan: the rising star of France’s populist right
Marine Le Pen
The most popular politician in France and leader of the Rassemblement National.
Rassemblement National
Episode: Heir Jordan: the rising star of France’s populist right
Shoshon Joshi
Defense editor at The Economist
Episode: Getting their ships together: America in the Caribbean
Patrick Fowles
The Economist's foreign editor
The Economist
Episode: War-chest X-ray: how to finance Ukraine
Shailesh Chitnis
Global business writer for The Economist
The Economist
Episode: JAIpur to MumbAI: US firms invest in India
Karrion Richmond-Jones
International economics correspondent for The Economist
The Economist
Episode: Honey, we shrunk the kids: population fall

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Jason Palmer
Host of The Intelligence, bringing insights on current affairs and analysis of global trends.
Rosie Bloor
Host of The Intelligence, known for her engaging discussions on global issues and economics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 16.8k ratings
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    Luckily we don’t live in a bubble. The earth has an amazing way to cleanse itself or we would all be dead from ww1andww2 and the many hundreds of nuclear tests. And Save the planet nuclear meltdowns etc. oil seems to be a natural re accuring resource. Wind farms kill everything around them. Including the sea floor around them seem to be dead zones. Why don’t you care about that?

    Oil and natural gas are plentiful and safe. More lifted out of poverty because of those than anything else. More live... more

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    zawmlp
    United States25 days ago
  • Too many obituaries

    Lately it feels like there are three obituaries a week. I listen to the intelligence to get a quick overview of current events while getting ready in the morning. The obituaries don’t fit that goal. Maybe give them their own separate show that can be punished when relevant?

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    Matt v222
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hard to Cancel & Annoying Ads

    A ruthless subscription service makes it hard to cancel and keeps on charging my credit card. Don’t give them your card number.

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    ChristineNYC
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Economist Podcasts offer clear, engaging, and well-researched journalism. The topics are always relevant, explained in an accessible way, and presented with a professional tone. A great podcast for staying informed without being overwhelmed.

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  • 11/13/25

    Please don’t minimize the epstein files or emails. It’s not just about “files” it’s about powerful men abusing children. It’s really not as irritating as per this reporters comment. As a reminder, these files contain names of those men who forced sex on children and the odds of the US president and half the government (democrats AND republicans) are very likely. So yeah, anything regarding EPSTEIN FILES is equally as big as a government shutdown.

    Come on, Economist, you know better than to expr... more

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    United Statesa month ago

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Judgment day: Jimmy Lai convicted
Q: So what is the international response likely to be to this verdict then?
The international situation has changed significantly, and while some political figures have called for Lai's release, the Chinese government is currently operating from a position of strength.
Judgment day: Jimmy Lai convicted
Q: So how are people in Hong Kong likely to respond to this verdict then?
Many people in Hong Kong are becoming increasingly afraid to speak out, with some showing solidarity through small gestures like quietly eating apples.
Judgment day: Jimmy Lai convicted
Q: How is the CCP really exerting its control here?
The crux of this control is the national security law passed in 2020, which created ambiguous crime categories such as subversion and collusion with foreign forces.
Judgment day: Jimmy Lai convicted
Q: Alice, let's just take a step back for a minute. Tell me a bit more about Jimmy Lai himself and what he really stands accused of?
Jimmy Lai is one of the wealthiest and most famous men in Hong Kong, known for his clothing empire and founding Apple Daily, which supported pro-democracy movements.
Stars and strikes: was America’s ship-bomb illegal?
Q: So if someone needs to get the hell out of Washington, presumably that's a suggestion that Hegseth himself would be in danger.
Yes, there's a significant chance that Hegseth will face repercussions due to his controversial decisions during these strikes.

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A vast array of episodes examines the most pressing global issues, covering topics such as political dynamics, social injustices, technological advancements, and environmental challenges. The discussion often includes detailed analysis of current events, with a special focus on how these issues create ripple effects across nations, economies, and communities. Unique in its approach, the content often features insights from seasoned correspondents and experts, offering a multifaceted view of complex stories that contribute to a deeper understanding of the world.

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