In this edition of the BBC Global News Podcast, a variety of international stories are highlighted. In the US, President Biden's decision to commute the death sentences of 37 federal prisoners has stirred debate. Meanwhile, Honda and Nissan are considering a merger to strengthen their position against the expanding Chinese automotive market. In another development, Bangladesh is asking India to extradite its former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina. The podcast also shares the experiences of Syrian refugees in Europe and how their lives changed after the fall of the Assad regime. Additionally, Australia has greenlighted the extradition of a former US Marine pilot accused of training Chinese military personnel. Lastly, the rising trend of matchmaking services in South Korea is spotlighted, along with the restoration of ancient mosaics in Sicily and an intriguing new BBC program focused on Antarctic killer whales.
