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Kamala Harris is a creature of institutional politics, not a visionary or an ideologue.
USA
The Economist

Harris lacks charisma and time but could still beat Trump

The odds seem stacked against her. Yet a prosecutor such as Kamala Harris could prove effective in calling out Trump’s lies and reminding voters of his transgressions. 

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Immigration has become a major concern for global leaders.
World
The Economist

What happens to economies when countries close their borders

Moderates want to limit numbers. Radicals want mass deportations. But what are the ramifications of the immigration crackdowns sweeping the globe?

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Who will replace Joe Biden now that he has withdrawn from the presidential race?
Politics
The Economist

Meet the 10 candidates in running to replace Biden

The Democratic party has credible leaders who run States, manage Federal departments and have birth certificates that were issued after D-day.

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President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris walk off stage after speaking at an event.
Politics
The Economist

Joe Biden’s parting gift to Democrats

After surviving an attempted assassination, Donald Trump is the strong favourite to become America’s 47th president. Thanks to a parting gift from Joe Biden, Trump is still beatable.

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Business
The Economist

Stubborn CEOs just won’t quit, despite their expiry date

Research shows a firm’s value starts to decline, on average, after a CEO has been in the job for 14 years. If bosses are prone to misjudge when to quit, what can be done? 

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J.D. Vance’s rise to Donald Trump’s vice-presidential pick has many tech bros in Silicon Valley gloating.
The Economist
The Economist

Tech bros love JD Vance. But many CEOs are scared stiff

Donald Trump’s running mate has a deep-rooted resentment of big business.

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Around the world stock markets have been rising at a breakneck pace. Is a correction around the corner?
The Economist
The Economist

Stocks are on an astonishing run. But threats still lurk

There’s three factors that could bring this amazing bull market to an end.

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China's leaders are gathering at the nation's 'third plenum' meeting. But a grim economic reality could derail their reform plans.
Asia Pacific
The Economist

China debates future reforms amid a grim economic present

The country’s leaders are gathering at the ‘third plenum’ to discuss the long-term agenda. Unfortunately, a souring reality has intruded.

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Markets have reacted strongly to Biden’s debate debacle with speculation on how Don’s possible White House return could affect the US economy.
The Economist
The Economist

Bogeyman of Trumponomics may be more terrible than reality

Markets have reacted strongly to Biden’s debate debacle with speculation on how Don’s possible White House return could affect the US economy.

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In the digital world, as much as the physical one, it helps to mind your Ps and Qs.
Culture
The Economist

People say ‘yes please’ to etiquette in era of influencers

With influencers offering etiquette lessons online, preaching on posture and teaching table manners, people are once again saying ‘yes please’ to politeness.

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If you’ve committed to reading more books but don’t have enough time on your hands, you might want to consider some shorter works.
Books
The Economist

Six of the best non-fiction books you can finish in a day

Resolved to read more? There may be no more rewarding genre than the short book . Here are six of the best non-fiction books you can get through in a day.

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Boeing is now a corporate criminal. Can it be rehabilitated?
The Economist
The Economist

High-flying Boeing is now a corporate criminal

The aircraft maker’s woes illustrate the excesses of a lean-and-mean era in upper corporate echelons.

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Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour had a resounding win at the UK election. But was it really that simple?
UK
The Economist

How shallow was Labour’s victory in UK election?

The labour party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, scored a resounding victory in Britain’s general election, the largest won by any government since 1997. Yet this was not a popular triumph.

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US President Joe Biden had an awful debate. But what followed has been far worse.
USA
The Economist

Why Joe Biden must withdraw from presidential race

The president and his party portray themselves as the saviours of democracy. Their actions say otherwise.

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Starbucks coffee shops are boosting economies.
Business
The Economist

How Starbucks caffeinates local economies

The frappuccino effect is lifting US neighbourhoods

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