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Global News Podcast

The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: [email protected]

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Russia to pause attacks on Ukraine as temperatures plummet

30 Jan 2026
28m
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The Global News Podcast presents a roundup of international news stories. It covers President Trump's attempt to pause Russian attacks on Ukraine due to extreme cold, though the Kremlin has not confirmed this. The podcast also reports on Venezuela's National Assembly voting to open the oil sector to foreign investment ...

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Why is China seeking closer UK ties?

29 Jan 2026
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The podcast covers several global news stories, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to China and the discussions around human rights concerns and trade deals. It also addresses China's execution of individuals involved in online scam operations in Myanmar. The podcast further explores the melting of t...

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Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal

29 Jan 2026
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Tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program escalate as President Trump sends a massive armada to the Arabian Sea, demanding a new nuclear deal. Amidst internal protests crushed with lethal force, the US military buildup raises concerns of potential intervention, though some analysts suggest it may be a pressure tactic...

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First trip to China by a British PM in eight years

28 Jan 2026
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The podcast delivers global news updates, starting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to China, the first in eight years, framed as a strategic move amid UK-US relations and trade considerations. It addresses the repatriation of the final hostage from Gaza and its implications for a US-led peace plan, inc...

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Trump to 'de-escalate a little bit' in Minneapolis

28 Jan 2026
26m
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The podcast covers several global news stories, starting with the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, including President Trump's comments on the deaths of two US citizens and the backlash against border patrol actions. It also reports on the attack against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a town hall meeting. The pod...

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EU and India announce 'mother of all trade deals'

27 Jan 2026
29m
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The podcast covers global news stories, including a new trade agreement between the EU and India, which aims to create a market of two billion people and address economic pressures from the US. It also reports on the Iranian currency's fall amid violent crackdowns on protests, detailing the economic struggles and human...

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Trump sends 'border czar' to lead ICE in Minneapolis

27 Jan 2026
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The Global News Podcast presents several developing stories. It covers the shift in the White House's tone regarding immigration policies and the removal of federal agents from Minneapolis, including insights from correspondent Tom Bateman and Gil Kerlikowske on the implications for law enforcement trust. The podcast a...

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Former US Presidents speak out against ICE crackdown

26 Jan 2026
26m
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The podcast covers several global news stories, including the controversy surrounding ICE killings in Minneapolis, where former presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama have spoken out against the violence. Julia Manchester from The Hill provides political analysis, highlighting the reactions from both Republicans and ...

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Growing outrage over second Minneapolis killing

26 Jan 2026
25m
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The podcast covers several global news stories, starting with the outrage in Minneapolis over the fatal shooting of a nurse by ICE agents, the protests that followed, and the escalating rhetoric between local authorities and the Trump administration. A massive winter storm affecting over 200 million people in the U.S. ...

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The Global Story: How Canada's Mark Carney is taking on Trump

25 Jan 2026
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The Global Story podcast explores whether Canada is emerging as a leader against Donald Trump's global views. The discussion highlights Mark Carney's speech at Davos, where he called out the unacknowledged reality of a non-existent rules-based international order, and his visit to China to negotiate trade deals. Lyse D...

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Second fatal shooting by US immigration agents

25 Jan 2026
24m
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The podcast delivers a roundup of global news stories. It covers the shooting of an American citizen by ICE agents in Minneapolis, sparking protests and a clash between the Trump administration and local officials. The podcast also addresses President Trump's attempt to amend his remarks about NATO troops in Afghanista...

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The Happy Pod: Saving lives with the man who saved mine

24 Jan 2026
26m
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This podcast episode presents several inspiring stories from around the world. It begins with the story of Mesfin Dollar, an Ethiopian man who received life-saving heart operations as a child and now works alongside the surgeon who saved him. The episode also features Anthony Ferraro, a blind Paralympic athlete and gui...

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Afghanistan war veterans demand apology from US

24 Jan 2026
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The Global News Podcast addresses international relations, focusing on Donald Trump's impact on NATO and global stability. Trump's comments regarding NATO allies in Afghanistan sparked outrage, with critics like Keir Starmer calling them insulting. The podcast highlights the sacrifices made by non-American soldiers in ...

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Fury after Trump's 'insult' to NATO troops

23 Jan 2026
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The podcast covers international news stories, including the controversy surrounding Donald Trump's comments about NATO's role in Afghanistan, where he claimed NATO troops avoided the front lines, sparking outrage and strong rebuttals from British politicians and veterans. The podcast also reports on the ongoing war in...

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TikTok completes deal to avoid US ban

23 Jan 2026
26m
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The Global News Podcast delivers a digest of international headlines, leading with TikTok's US operations split to avoid a ban due to security concerns over its Chinese ownership. Talks to end the conflict in Ukraine are progressing, though disagreement remains regarding ceding territory in the Donbass to Russia. Aboar...

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Trump launches Board of Peace

22 Jan 2026
30m
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The Global News Podcast on January 22nd covers several international stories, including Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative and its implications for global diplomacy, particularly regarding the Middle East. Critics are concerned it may replace the UN's functions, while others see it as a positive effort towards pe...

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President Trump withdraws threatened tariffs over Greenland

22 Jan 2026
29m
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Donald Trump's shift on Greenland and trade tariffs after a meeting with NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte is the focus, with questions remaining about the details of any potential deal and its implications for transatlantic relations. The podcast also examines Donald Trump's efforts to establish a new international ...

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Trump wants 'immediate negotiations' to acquire Greenland

21 Jan 2026
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The Global News Podcast discusses international affairs, opening with President Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland and his comments at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The podcast then shifts to Iran, detailing evidence of a violent crackdown on protesters and the challenges of identifying victims. The sentencin...

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Trump hints at possible Greenland deal at Davos

21 Jan 2026
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President Trump's plans for Greenland and their implications for NATO form a central focus, with Trump asserting his actions will benefit all parties involved, while facing opposition from world leaders like Macron and Carney who criticize his approach to global integration. A lawsuit against social media giant Snapcha...

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European Commission chief promises unity on Greenland

20 Jan 2026
23m
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The podcast covers international news stories, including the European response to President Trump's interest in annexing Greenland, with the European Commission promising a united and proportional response. It also discusses the controversy surrounding the British government's approval of a new Chinese embassy in Londo...

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