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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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Israeli strike kills dozens sheltering in Gaza school

26 May 2025
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This edition of the Global News Podcast covers several major international stories. The podcast begins with a report on the dire food crisis in Gaza, detailing the impact of the ongoing conflict and blockade on the population, particularly children, and the controversial new aid organization. It then shifts to Ukraine,...

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US remembers George Floyd

25 May 2025
30m
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service delivers a summary of the day's top international news stories. Coverage includes the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death and the current state of the Black Lives Matter movement under President Trump, Spain's call for an arms embargo against Israel amidst ongoin...

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Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war

24 May 2025
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service delivers a series of international news stories. These include reports on the prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, where concerns of torture and brainwashing of Ukrainian prisoners are raised, and the implications of this exchange on potential peace talks. The...

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The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health

24 May 2025
27m
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"The Happy Pod" presents several uplifting stories from around the world, starting with Sid Bhatti, who uses a toy duck named Quack to help people with mental health issues, and the resurgence of the Asiatic lion population in India. The podcast also features Barbara Hernandez, a Chilean swimmer known as the Ice Mermai...

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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones

23 May 2025
29m
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service delivers a roundup of international news stories. Headlines include President Trump's threat of tariffs on EU goods and smartphone makers, a French court finding eight people guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian, and the death of Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado. T...

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Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion

23 May 2025
28m
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service delivers a roundup of international news stories. Key topics include a potential large-scale prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict, the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza following a partial easing of Israel's blockade, and diplomatic ta...

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The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students

22 May 2025
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service delivers a summary of the day's top international news stories. The May 23rd edition leads with the US government's decision to restrict foreign student enrollment at Harvard University, followed by Israel's accusations against critics of its Gaza war, and a dispute be...

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Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead in Washington DC

22 May 2025
27m
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The Global News Podcast presents a series of international news stories, starting with the shooting of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington, D.C., followed by reactions and investigations into the incident, including a suspect who allegedly shouted "Free Palestine." The podcast then shifts to China's growing interes...

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Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'

22 May 2025
26m
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The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service presents several international news stories. These include Donald Trump's confrontation with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over claims of white genocide, Benjamin Netanyahu's statement on the Israeli hostages in Gaza, and a police operation in Italy against t...

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Paramilitaries pushed out of key state

21 May 2025
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The Global News Podcast presents a series of international news stories, starting with Sudan's army claiming control of Khartoum state amidst the ongoing civil war and the dire humanitarian crisis. It then covers the delayed aid delivery to Gaza, with conflicting accounts from aid organizations and Israeli authorities,...

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UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts

21 May 2025
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The BBC Global News Podcast presents a series of international news stories, starting with the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where aid delivery is stalled despite Israeli allowance, and the potential for further military escalation causing international condemnation. The podcast then shifts to President Trump's ...

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UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza

20 May 2025
31m
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The BBC Global News Podcast for May 20th, hosted by Jackie Leonard, covers several international news stories. These include the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where thousands of babies are at risk due to a lack of aid, and international pressure on Israel to de-escalate its military actions. The podcast also rep...

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Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks

20 May 2025
33m
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This episode explores several global issues, starting with discussions between Presidents Trump and Putin regarding the war in Ukraine, though concrete commitments remain elusive despite warm words. Against the backdrop of this conflict, Israel has allowed a small number of aid trucks into Gaza, a move criticized as in...

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Netanyahu: Israel plans to take over all of Gaza

19 May 2025
32m
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This episode explores several global news stories, beginning with Benjamin Netanyahu's plan for Israel to control all of Gaza to prevent Hamas from looting aid, a decision influenced by heavy pressure from the US amidst rising hunger levels and international condemnation. The discussion pivots to the UK and the Europea...

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Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

19 May 2025
25m
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This episode explores several global news stories, beginning with the diagnosis of former US President Joe Biden with an aggressive form of prostate cancer and the reactions from political figures like Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Against the backdrop of Biden's health concerns that previously led to him abandoning ...

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Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'

18 May 2025
25m
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This episode explores several global events, starting with President Trump's planned phone calls with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine to address the conflict, focusing on Trump's aim to halt the "bloodbath" and discuss trade. Against the backdrop of these diplomatic efforts, ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas h...

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The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others

17 May 2025
27m
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This episode explores themes of resilience, inspiration, and community impact through several uplifting stories. It begins with Tania Morkel's remarkable recovery after a near-fatal fall on Table Mountain, detailing her 64 climbs in 64 days to benefit the rescue service that saved her, inspired by stories from The Happ...

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Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks

16 May 2025
26m
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This episode explores several international news stories, beginning with the direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, which concluded without a ceasefire but resulted in a prisoner swap. Against the backdrop of these talks, the discussion highlights the demands from Ukrainian officials for an immediate ceasefire ...

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Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify

16 May 2025
28m
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This episode explores several global events, starting with the intense Israeli military strikes in Gaza, where nearly 100 people have been reported dead, and the implications of President Trump's visit to the Middle East, which yielded business deals but no breakthrough on hostage releases. Against the backdrop of esca...

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US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine

15 May 2025
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This episode explores several global news stories, beginning with the uncertain peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, highlighting the skepticism from the US and the lack of high-level engagement. Against the backdrop of stalled negotiations, the podcast shifts to the escalating conflict in Gaza, detailin...

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