
The Global News Podcast reports on several developing world events. Violence erupted across Mexico following the death of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, spurring retaliatory attacks and roadblocks. Iranian students staged anti-government protests despite recent deadly crackdowns, as tensions mount with the U.S. over Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, in the U.S., a man was shot dead while attempting to breach President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Elsewhere, President Zelensky stated to BBC News that Russia has already started World War Three. The podcast also covers the Winter Olympics closing ceremony, highlighting record-breaking performances and inspiring stories of athletes overcoming adversity. Finally, the program touches on the public display of St. Francis of Assisi's remains in Italy and a Belgian folk festival that has discontinued its tradition of drinking live fish due to animal welfare regulations.
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