This BBC World Service news podcast explores a variety of global events. It highlights the US's recent decision to permit Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia, and it looks ahead to the G20 summit in Brazil, which is set to be influenced by Donald Trump's return. The podcast also covers protests in Georgia over election results, the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi, and the emergence of the alternative social media platform, Blue Sky. Additionally, it shares a remarkable story of Chinese fishermen rescuing British POWs during World War II and discusses efforts in the Central African Republic to use radio to counter misinformation about the mpox outbreak. Lastly, it reports on a landslide victory for Senegal's president. Overall, the podcast paints a vivid picture of a world grappling with interconnected challenges, from geopolitical tensions to environmental issues and the fight against misinformation.
