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The dim reality of South Africa's new dawn
In April 1994, South Africa held its first democratic elections and all races went to the polls to bury apartheid for good. But hopes of a new dawn have been tarnished by fraud and corruption at the highest levels.
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Why printed books are still popular
With social-media browsing a central feature in the lives of many, you could be forgiven for thinking that most people have less time to read on paper. But with an estimated value of $123bn, the book industry is doing better than eve
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Chinese art at the Guggenheim: a window on the country's modern history
Chinese contemporary art is being showcased at the Guggenheim museum in New York. Many of the artists have been banned from exhibiting in China, but their work gives a unique perspective on a country that censors cultural expression.
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How kidnapping became a big business
Kidnapping has created a growing insurance industry, which regulates ransom demands and saves lives. But it's a complicated business model in which poorer victims are losing out. Read more here: https://econ.st/2S97rrl
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Trump in two minutes
President Donald Trump has spent one year in office. But what exactly has he achieved? Here's a two-minute snapshot of his presidency so far.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Why Become An Economist?
Leading economists and professors explain the role of an economist in society and why young people would be attracted to the field - particularly now after the global crisis.
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How donuts have benefitted America's immigrants
Donuts are the all-American confectionery. They have also helped a group of immigrants from Cambodia pursue the American dream.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
How to Show Up for Your Own Presentation
Veteran writer and public speaker Lynn Parramore gives you three keys to sharing your research with an audience. Quell the fear, banish the boredom, and light the fire!
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Rugby World Cup: why size matters
The Rugby World Cup saw heavier teams take to the pitch than ever before—England's players are on average over 10% heavier than in 1991. So what impact is the increasing size of players having on rugby? Find out more here:...
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Why startups are leaving Silicon Valley
The future of Silicon Valley is The Economist's cover story this week. Why are people leaving, and startups going elsewhere?
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Wildfires explained
Wildfires are sweeping through the northern hemishphere as summer temperatures hit record highs. We are losing the battle against climate change. Find out more about The Economist's cover story this week.
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What percentage of the world is vegetarian?
We all know that eating more vegetables is good for you. But what share of people avoid eating meat altogether? We asked members of the public for their best guesses
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The Economist asks how many planets are there in the Milky Way galaxy?
There are 100 billion stars in the Milky Way—but how many planets? We asked members of the public for their best guesses.
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Why the melting Arctic matters to us all
Donald Trump is pulling America out of the Paris climate agreement. But if nothing is done to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, cities such as New York and Mumbai will have to defend themselves from flooding by the end of the century as...
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Which is the most expensive city to live in as a foreigner?
We asked people in Hong Kong which city they thought was the most expensive to live in as a foreigner.
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Can you really fight corruption?
What does it take to clean up a corrupt state? In one of the European Union's most corrupt countries a prosecutor has taken on the establishment, convicting over 1,000 Romanian officials.
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How to tame tech giants
Google, Facebook and Amazon are among the biggest companies in the world. Their dominance is worrying for consumers and competition. Here's why
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Should there be curbs on free speech?
Free speech is at the heart of a healthy democracy, but in recent years it has come under attack. Controversial views are being silenced to protect vulnerable people from harm. The Economist's Jon Fasman offers his take on how societies...
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How to detect the deadliest form of cancer
Lung cancer is the deadliest of cancers. Screening could save thousands of lives, so why is it not the norm?
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A potential cure for HIV
Scientists have developed a therapeutic vaccine for HIV which has the potential to create a functional cure for the disease. Here's how it works
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Should we tax the rich more?
Taxation is necessary in order to provide public services like roads, education and health care. But as the world's elderly population grows, and the demand for public services increases, countries will need to reassess how they tax....
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Are identity politics dangerous?
Some fear that politics based on protecting race, religion or other minority groups can threaten the rights of others. How did identity politics emerge and have they gone too far?
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How happy is your country?
Money doesn't buy you happiness—or does it? In both India and China people have become richer in the past decade, but global data reveal that greater wealth does not necessarily lead to greater happiness
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What will replace Facebook?
Facebook has dominated the social-media landscape for the past 15 years. But breaches of its users' privacy mean it is now slipping out of favour. Could an emerging technological movement take its place?