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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]

Episodes

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Al Jazeera office raided as Israel shuts down channel

05 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode explores various current events, including the Israeli government's decision to shut down Al Jazeera, the challenges Israel faces in balancing its desire for the safe return of hostages with its vow to destroy Hamas, the devastating hostage situation in Jerusalem, the widespread destruction caused ...

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Landslides and massive flooding kill nearly 60 in Brazil

04 May 2024
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This podcast episode explores several global issues, including extreme weather events in Brazil and East Africa, the political dynamics in Spain, the issue of plastic pollution highlighted by a documentary film, the revival of ghost distilleries in Scotland, and the viral impact of a North Korean propaganda song on Tik...

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The Happy Pod: Puss in the post

04 May 2024
26m
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This podcast episode features a range of topics, including the heartwarming story of a missing cat who was found hundreds of kilometers away, the importance of microchipping pets, innovative initiatives such as a pain-free vaccination patch and blind football, the experience of moving to a new country, Strasbourg being...

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Three people are arrested over Sikh activist's killing in Canada

03 May 2024
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This podcast episode discusses various global news topics, including the arrest of three Indian nationals in connection with the murder of a Sikh leader, the negotiations between Hamas and Israel for a ceasefire agreement, the trial of Nigerian military officers for a deadly airstrike, the possibility of a cyclone in K...

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UN warns of catastrophe in Darfur

03 May 2024
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This podcast episode discusses a range of topics, including the challenges of providing aid to Darfur and the diplomatic tensions between Turkey and Israel. It also explores past protests and the decline of internet freedom globally. The impact of the internet on language evolution is examined, as well as China's space...

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Biden calls for order after police clear UCLA Gaza protest camp

03 May 2024
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This podcast episode covers various topics, including police operations, fraudulent call centers, GPS interference by Russia, the Tour de France Femme, sexual abuse in the film industry, a honey trap operation on a dating app, the rise of the super-rich in Sweden, impact investing, and the story of five mountaineers. I...

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US riot police break up Gaza protest at UCLA campus

02 May 2024
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics, including ongoing police operations at the encampment in UCLA, the economic crisis and refugee situation in Lebanon, concerns about secularism and economic development in a country, the risks of deepfake misusage in elections, the election of a new Prime Minister in the So...

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Georgia rocked by clashes over 'Russian-inspired' bill

02 May 2024
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This podcast episode discusses a range of topics, including ongoing protests in Georgia against a controversial law, escalating tensions at university campuses in the US, conflicts between Israel and Hamas/Hezbollah, the role of UN peacekeeping forces, the issue of unoccupied homes in Japan, Pakistan's struggle to coll...

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Rival protestors clash at Los Angeles university

01 May 2024
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This podcast episode covers a range of global topics, including violent clashes between counter protesters and demonstrators, ongoing discussions about the conflict in Gaza, the plight of migrants seeking asylum in England, the life and works of writer Paul Auster, global updates on various issues, a tragic highway col...

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Donald Trump facing jail if he breaks trial gagging order again

01 May 2024
32m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics, including the ongoing trial of Michael Cohen and the ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. It discusses international arrest warrants and their impact, the rise of the far right in France, and the resilience of trees to climate change. The episode also addresse...

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Netanyahu: Israel will carry out Rafah offensive with or without deal

30 Apr 2024
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This podcast episode covers various topics, including recent developments regarding UNRWA and the Islamic State in Mali, a joint operation by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to combat Islamist militancy, a leaked report on the death of a teenager during protests in Iran, the potential of a new measles patch, the journey ...

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US and UK calling on Hamas to accept Israel's new ceasefire offer

30 Apr 2024
29m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics, including the ongoing ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, the US's military aid to Israel and its involvement in the conflict in Sudan, devastating floods in Kenya, the plan to give the Mona Lisa her own room in the Louvre, the 2018 Mati wildfire in Greece and its af...

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US urges Hamas to accept Israel ceasefire offer

29 Apr 2024
28m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics including the ongoing talks between Hamas and Israel, the decision of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to remain in his post despite a corruption investigation, the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon as First Minister of Scotland and its implications for the independence mo...

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Russian attacks force Ukrainian troops to retreat

28 Apr 2024
29m
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This podcast episode covers various topics ranging from the ongoing war in Ukraine and the political divisions within the Israeli government to a gold scam in Sweden and an interview with Sophie Gregoire Trudeau emphasizing authenticity and resilience. It also discusses the actions taken by Australia and Ireland to add...

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South Africa marks 3 decades since end of apartheid

28 Apr 2024
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This podcast episode explores various topics including the journey of South Africa since the end of apartheid, ongoing political violence and conflict in the country, developments in the Middle East and the United States, pro-Palestinian student protests in the United States, the impact of music and the fight against v...

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The Happy Pod: Tutus and triumph

27 Apr 2024
26m
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This podcast episode explores various stories and experiences that highlight the power of human connection, the importance of community, and the transformative nature of dance. It also touches on the heartwarming reunion of a pet dog and its owner, the positive impact of social media on literacy, the scientific efforts...

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US announces air defence boost for Ukraine

26 Apr 2024
32m
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This podcast episode explores various topics including the US government's military aid package for Ukraine, tensions between the US and China, an investigation into allegations against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, the controversial debate around medically assisted death for those with mental illness in Cana...

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Xi Jinping says US and China should be partners, not rivals

26 Apr 2024
29m
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This podcast episode covers various global news stories, including the tensions between the US and China, the potential of mRNA technology in treating cancer, ethical concerns in the tech industry, efforts to combat illegal mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the situation in the Middle East, student protests a...

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US Supreme Court hears Trump immunity case

26 Apr 2024
32m
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This podcast episode explores various topics, including the Supreme Court hearing on Donald Trump's immunity, the ongoing trial regarding hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels, the potential health risks associated with the artificial sweetener neotame, the first grand opera in Saudi Arabia, the challenges faced b...

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Burkina Faso army kills 223 villagers in revenge attack

25 Apr 2024
28m
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This podcast episode covers a variety of topics, including the recent mass killings in Burkina Faso, the growing popularity of American football in China, Vietnam's anti-corruption campaign, the mysterious incident of the Moulin Rouge's windmill blades falling off, the dire situation facing civilians in Rafah, the cont...

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