World

Regularly updated news on the global economy and politics from our team and Bloomberg and The Economist.
Where conflict might flare up in 2023

Where conflict might flare up in 2023

Keep an eye on Taiwan and the South China Sea—and the Himalayas.

The Economist 27 Dec 2022
Hydrogen hype is rising again – will this time be different?
Energy

Hydrogen hype is rising again – will this time be different?

Enthusiasts of hydrogen are fizzing with excitement. But investors have been excited, and disappointed, before.

The Economist 26 Dec 2022
A $4.7 billion bet on finding the elixir of life
The Life

A $4.7 billion bet on finding the elixir of life

Can an instant unicorn crack cellular rejuvenation?

The Economist 25 Dec 2022
Japan approves blood test kit to detect Alzheimer’s
Bloomberg

Japan approves blood test kit to detect Alzheimer’s

There's a breakthrough therapy round the corner for the brain-wasting disease.

Bloomberg 24 Dec 2022