This BBC World Service news podcast covers several major international events. The main stories include a nightclub fire in North Macedonia under investigation for corruption, US airstrikes in Yemen killing Houthi leaders, the deportation of Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador despite a court order, and the potential dismissal of Israel's Shin Bet chief. The podcast also features a segment on a new US soap opera showcasing affluent Black Americans, contrasting with the Trump administration's policies. The impact of these events on various populations and international relations is discussed.