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THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE – JANUARY 31, 2026 PREVIEW

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE: The latest issue features The ICE test

ICE’s impunity is a formula for more violence

Is America’s president building his own paramilitary militia?

Xi Jinping’s purge should worry the world

Installing his yes-men to lead the army could be dangerous for Taiwan

The weak yen and the weakening dollar are signs of financial fragility

But neither Japan nor America should meddle with exchange rates

Haters on the right and left are wrong about London

It’s a hub, not a hellhole. Labour should give it more love

Africa’s two biggest economies may be turning the corner

As Nigeria and South Africa revive, the continent’s growth may outpace Asia’s in 2026

Stop panicking about AI. Start preparing

There is time to adapt. Use it wisely

THE NEW YORK TIMES – THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2026

Pressure Builds on ICE After Judge Said Agency Violated Nearly 100 Court Orders

Tom Homan, now in charge of the agency’s operation in the state, is holding a news conference.

Shooting Aftermath Leaves Homeland Security Department in Turmoil

As officials point fingers in the wake of Alex Pretti’s death at the hands of federal agents, concerns grow about the agency’s future.

Trump and Schumer Move Toward Possible Deal to Avert a Shutdown

Marco Rubio Says Venezuela Will Submit Monthly Budget to White House

Democrats sharply questioned the plan, including the role of Qatar in managing an account funded by the sale of Venezuelan oil.

At World’s Busiest Port, China’s Unbalanced Economy Comes Into View

The shipping traffic and factories never stop in China’s port city of Ningbo, but the local housing market has crashed and nearby restaurants sit empty.

Trump’s Trade Policies Sort U.S. Manufacturers Into Winners and Losers

Tariffs have protected some companies, but more often they’ve hit the parts and materials many factories need to make finished goods.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, JAN. 28, 2026

As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move to Restrict ICE in Their States

Efforts to curtail federal law enforcement tactics began last year, but with the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, Democratic lawmakers are pushing harder.

D.H.S. Review Does Not Say Pretti Brandished Gun, as Noem Claimed

Republicans Shift Tone After Killings, Criticizing Trump’s Immigration Push

Noem’s Handling of Shooting Put Her in Trump’s Penalty Box, but Just Briefly

Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, received a rare rebuke from President Trump but soon seemed to be back in his good graces.

Fed Meeting Comes at Pivotal Moment for Central Bank’s Independence

The Trump administration has put constant pressure on the Federal Reserve, including a criminal investigation into its chair, Jerome Powell.

Iran Killed Thousands of Protesters. Here Are Five of Their Stories.

“He went out for freedom,” said the cousin of one of those who was killed when the Iranian authorities mounted a crackdown on protests across the country.

Trump Renews Threats to Iran

President Trump demanded that Iran enter nuclear talks or face potential attack by an “armada” of U.S. warships.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026

New Video Analysis Reveals Flawed and Fatal Decisions in Pretti Shooting

A frame-by-frame assessment of actions by Alex Pretti and the officers who shot him shows how lethal force came to be used against a target who didn’t pose a threat.

A Shocked Nation Watches Minneapolis Killings: ‘Something Needs to Change’

Scenes from the violent unrest in the city played on a loop in many American households, prompting reflection about where the U.S. was heading.

Record Debt in the World’s Richest Nations Threatens Global Growth

The cost of borrowing is already choking crucial public spending in many developing economies. Now it’s raising broader alarms.

Fed, Signaling Little Urgency, Prepares to Pause on Rate Cuts

The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, despite relentless attacks from President Trump over borrowing costs.

Britain Seeks Trade With China Without Prompting Trump’s Fury

Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to boost his country’s lagging economy with a trip to Beijing. But he must carefully navigate between two superpowers.

India and the European Union Expand Trade Ties

Vowing Higher Tariffs, Trump Rattles South Korea Months After Trade Deal

THE NEW YORK TIMES – MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026

Trump Sends Border Czar to Minnesota to Oversee ICE Operations

President Trump’s envoy, Tom Homan, will arrive Monday and report directly to him. A judge is considering the legality of the government’s crackdown.

Frigid Cold Grips U.S. as Cities Dig Out After Snowstorm

The storm dumps a foot of snow in at least 20 U.S. states.

It’s going to be dangerously cold for days for many people.1h ago

Thousands of flights canceled across the U.S. after the storm.

Remains of Last Captive in Gaza Are Retrieved, Closing a Chapter for Israel

The recovery of Master Sgt. Ran Gvili’s body paves the way for the next stage of the Gaza cease-fire plan, though the path forward is unclear.

Israel Says It Will Reopen Gaza-Egypt Border, a Palestinian Lifeline, in Days

In Xi’s China, Even the Mightiest General Can Fall

A combat veteran, Zhang Youxia was once seen as the most trusted man in Xi Jinping’s military. Now he has been accused of disloyalty to Mr. Xi.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SUNDAY, JANUARY 25, 2026

Videos Appear to Contradict Federal Accounts of Fatal Shooting

Agents Kill 37-Year-Old Man in Minneapolis

Officials said the man was armed and sought to portray him as a terrorist, but videos emerged that appeared to directly contradict their account of the shooting.

How Iran Crushed a Citizen Uprising With Lethal Force

After scattered protests started last month, Iranians revolted en masse. The security forces cracked down, and the death toll has now reached 5,200.

Major Storm Pounds Northeast With Snow and Ice

The winter storm barreling across the U.S. is expected to descend on New York City and the surrounding region today, disrupting transportation through Monday.

The Woman Who Stands Between Donald Trump and Greenland

Mette Frederiksen, Denmark’s leader, has taken big risks standing up to the president. It might just be working — for now.

Xi’s Purge of China’s Military Brings Its Top General Down

The ouster of Gen. Zhang Youxia, who was second only to Xi Jinping in the military hierarchy, marks “the total annihilation of the high command,” one analyst said.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026

U.S. Winter Storm Starts Spreading East

Airlines, transit systems and schools have announced extensive cancellations as a mix of snow, ice and bitter cold heads for more than 180 million people.

Videos Showing Aggressive ICE Tactics in Minnesota Fuel a Backlash

For weeks, residents have documented the impact of President Trump’s mass deportation campaign and captured many violent confrontations on camera.

Despite Trump’s Words, China and Russia Are Not Threatening Greenland

U.S. and European officials say they are unaware of any intelligence that shows China and Russia are endangering the island, which is protected by NATO.

What Europe Learned From the Greenland Crisis

Territorial integrity is a core tenet of Europe that is at risk from Russian and American imperialism. The European Union has fought back.

As Trump Focuses Abroad, G.O.P. Toils to Hone Election Message

A new poll shows that voters who will decide control of Congress see a lack of presidential emphasis on critical domestic issues.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026

Hundreds of Minnesota Businesses Are Set to Close in Protest Against ICE

Many business owners won’t open their doors today after protesters called for a pause on economic activity and work as part of a strike against the federal immigration crackdown.

D.H.S. Cited Foreign Students’ Writings and Protests Before Their Arrests

Trump Rescinds Canada’s Invitation to Join His ‘Board of Peace’

President Trump appeared to be lashing out in response to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s remarks that rejected his efforts to dismantle the international order.

European Leaders to Propose Greenland Investment and Arctic Security Plans

The Final Indignities Inflicted on Iran’s Protest Victims

Witness testimony and videos from Tehran’s largest cemetery show disrespectful treatment of the dead after a brutal government crackdown.

TikTok Strikes Deal for New U.S. Entity, Ending Long Legal Saga

The app’s Chinese parent company said it had reached a deal with a group of non-Chinese investors to create a new American TikTok to avoid a ban in the U.S.

After TikTok Deal, Chinese Companies Search for a New Global Path

Chinese firms must contend with geopolitical tensions and mistrust to do business in the United States. Some are choosing to avoid the U.S. altogether.

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE – JANUARY 24, 2026 PREVIEW

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE: The latest issue features The true danger posed by Donald Trump

The true danger posed by Donald Trump

Despite a tactical retreat, great risks remain

The odd thing about Modi’s mojo

Constraints make India’s prime minister govern better

Trump’s Board of Peace is a distraction from the real work in Gaza

America’s president has unusual power to impose peace; he must continue to use it

Chinese AI is a risk for Europe. So is shunning it

Especially now that America is becoming a less reliable partner

Britain’s good idea for custom genetic medicines

A way to tackle the tricky economics of drugs designed for one person

THE NEW YORK TIMES – THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026

China Wins as Trump Cedes Leadership of the Global Economy

President Trump used a keynote speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to renounce the last vestiges of the liberal democratic order.

Trump Promotes Gaza Plan and Meets With Zelensky at Davos

Few Voters Say Trump’s Second Term Has Made the Country Better, Poll Finds

Trump’s Rift With Europe Is Clear. Europe Must Decide What to Do About It.

After President Trump aired his disdain for Europe, its leaders will gather in Brussels Thursday to take stock of what comes next.5h agoBy Steven Erlanger and Jeanna Smialek