Get freedom from your phone’s obvious limitations. Use The Economist – News, Podcasts, made by The Economist Newspaper, a News & Magazines app on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, and level up your experience.

About the App

Looking to stay on top of the world’s stories without getting lost in jargon or missing the bigger picture? The Economist – News, Podcasts puts sharp, independent journalism right in your pocket. Whether you’re waiting for your coffee, taking a break at work, or just curious about global events, this app gives you clear, smart coverage that keeps you informed without overwhelm. If you’re in the mood to read, listen, or even quiz yourself on what’s happening, you’ll find it all here—created by pros who know how to explain complex stuff in a way that actually makes sense.

App Features

• All-in-one News Coverage
  Read deeply reported articles about politics, economics, business, technology, and science from experts around the world. Get more than the headlines—with analysis that connects the dots.

• Podcasts & Audio Editions
  Listen to award-winning podcasts tackling global topics and current events. Too busy to read? Switch over to narrated news articles and catch up hands-free.

• Watch & Learn
  Short, to-the-point videos make it easy to grasp what matters most in just a few minutes.

• Offline Weekly Editions
  Download the full weekly edition for offline reading, whether you’re on a plane or just out of Wi-Fi range.

• Bookmark & Share
  Bookmark articles you want to come back to or share stories with friends and family—because sharing good journalism is always a win.

• Quick Updates with The World in Brief
  Don’t have much time? Skim concise news digests to get caught up fast.

• Personalized Audio Playlist
  Queue up news stories, features, and analysis to listen in whatever order works best for you.

• Mini Games & Quizzes
  Test your knowledge or unwind with a quick puzzle—try the mini crossword, dateline history quiz, or news headline challenge right in the app.

• Customizable Reading Experience
  Adjust text size to suit your eyes and switch to dark mode when you’re reading at night.

• Early Edition Access
  Subscribers can check out the week’s news before the print edition lands.

If you’re using BlueStacks, you can experience all these features right from your desktop—great for reading and listening while you multitask.

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