The Economist sets a different standard. As the next generation of opinion leaders, it's important you stay up-to-date on what's happening around the globe. 
The Economist brings its readers a unique and independent perspective, covering every major development you need to know - as well as many things you never realised you needed to know. Plenty of news outlets deliver the 'what and where' of world events. The Economist gives you the 'why'. Each week, The Economist spans everything from European and world news, politics, business and finance, science, technology and the arts.