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US stocks slid and the price of Brent crude touched its lowest level since January, and China’s elderly are causing challenges for president Xi Jinping. Plus, the FT’s Alexandra Heal explains that more women in the UK are turning to sex work due to the struggling economy. Mentioned in this podcast:Brent crude oil falls below $80 for first time since JanuaryChina’s elderly vaccine refuseniks pose obstacle for Xi JinpingThe women turning to sex work to make ends meetThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show’s editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.