A video from Gapminder with Hans Rosling telling the story of three big nations (China, USA and India). First, see the development of three centers of trade, Shanghai, New York and Mumbai. Secondly, a comparison of the capitals: Beijing, Washington, DC and New Delhi. And finally, a note from Professor Rosling on how one can measure the progress of President Obama’s intentions to improve the health system.

Shots of Devi Temple, a Rajasthani folk singer singing one of the most melodious songs I ever heard.