Deadly Russian strikes hit western Ukraine

The Global News Podcast presents several international stories, including the deadly Russian strikes on Western Ukraine, which resulted in numerous casualties and infrastructure damage. It also covers NATO's increased vigilance following drone incursions and the potential risks Moscow poses to offshore infrastructure, highlighting a Russian ship's actions near UK waters. The podcast further discusses a study on the health impacts of ultra-processed foods, the surprising qualification of Curaçao for the Football World Cup, tensions between China and Japan affecting tourism, and Hyundai receiving an apology from the White House after an immigration raid at one of its factories in the U.S. Finally, it touches on the origins of kissing, tracing it back millions of years across various species.