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The day’s top stories from BBC News. Delivered twice a day on weekdays, daily at weekends

BBC World Service


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    The Global News Podcast is an outstanding source of news from around the world, providing listeners with a comprehensive overview of current events. It offers a refreshing break from the constant stream of negative news by incorporating uplifting stories through its Happy Pod segment. The podcast's neutral reporting style and focus on facts rather than commentary allows listeners to form their own opinions and analyze the information presented. Additionally, the podcast includes interesting historical tidbits and insights that add depth to the news coverage.

    One of the best aspects of The Global News Podcast is its commitment to providing quality, trustworthy reporting. The podcast consistently delivers high-quality content that is informative and well-researched. It covers a wide range of topics, ensuring that listeners stay well-informed about global issues and developments. The inclusion of interviews with locals at the scene adds depth to the reporting and provides valuable insights into different perspectives.

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    In conclusion, The Global News Podcast is an excellent source for those seeking reliable and diverse news coverage from around the world. Its commitment to delivering factual reporting without excessive commentary sets it apart from other news sources. While there may be room for improvement in terms of topic coverage, overall, this podcast provides a valuable service for staying informed about international events. Whether you're looking for an overview of global news or interested in specific stories, The Global News Podcast is a must-listen resource.



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    'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering; convicted on two other charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 28:14


    A New York jury clears Sean "Diddy" Combs of sex trafficking and racketeering but finds him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. Also: Dining on foie gras in space, and marking moths' decline in sound.

    Trump blocks Ukraine weapons deliveries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 34:24


    Ukraine fears US suspension on weapons deliveries could "encourage" Russia. Also: Trump says Israel has agreed to a 60 day ceasefire in Gaza and tells Hamas to accept. Plus, the killer whales offering food to humans.

    US Senate narrowly passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 28:09


    US Senate approves Trump's mega-bill on tax and spending, after Vice-President JD Vance casts tie-breaking vote. Also: Delhi bans fuel sales to old cars to tackle air pollution, and TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies.

    Thailand PM suspended over leaked phone call

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 28:20


    Thailand's PM is suspended after a leaked call sparks outrage. Turkish police arrest more than a hundred city officials in Izmir, an opposition stronghold. Also: can robots play better football than us?

    Israeli strike on Gaza seafront cafe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 35:00


    Many Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli air strike at a popular seafront cafe in Gaza. Also: Microsoft AI system diagnoses patients "much better than doctors", and big wins not so big in Norwegian lottery.

    UN warning: Millions at risk after Sudan food aid cuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 30:01


    The UN is warning that millions of Sudanese refugees fleeing war are at risk, after drastic cuts to food programmes. Also: Palestinians in Gaza report one of the worst nights of Israeli bombing in weeks and why Wimbledon is changing one of its oldest traditions.

    Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 30:57


    Israel has ordered Palestinians to evacuate from parts of northern Gaza ahead of increased military action. Also: Spain records temperature of 46C in Europe heatwave, and would you eat bugs if they taste like bacon?

    Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 31:28


    A state funeral has been held in Iran for military commanders and nuclear scientists, killed during the 12-day conflict with Israel. Also: Budapest Pride march draws huge crowds in defiance of Orban legal threats.

    The Happy Pod: A song fit for a King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 28:07


    We meet Jack Pepper, the composer who's written a song for King Charles. The piece celebrates the harmony between people and the natural world. Also: hope for Alzheimer's patients; and how tourism could help stray dogs.

    US Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump orders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 31:26


    The top court in the US has ruled judges in lower courts have limited ability to block presidential orders. Also: DR Congo and Rwanda sign long-awaited peace deal, and should we be letting maggots eat our food waste?

    Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 28:27


    The US pumps millions into Gaza Humanitarian Foundation - but MSF calls the scheme "slaughter masquerading as aid." Also: US set to get rare earth metals after deal with Beijing, and a breakthrough against a rare disease.

    US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's leader dismisses it as 'showmanship'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 30:19


    The US defence secretary insists their strikes undermined Iran's nuclear plans. Also: Journalist Anna Wintour is to step down as US Vogue editor, and a man whose crimes helped create the term Stockholm Syndrome has died.

    Iran crisis: your questions answered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 26:28


    A special episode answering your questions about the Iran crisis. BBC experts discuss Iran's nuclear ambitions, possibilities of regime change and the impact on the wider Middle East.

    Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its attacks on nuclear sites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 31:04


    Iran's leader claims US strikes on nuclear facilities achieved "nothing significant". The US defence secretary says otherwise. Also: Iranians share what they want from their leaders, and North Korea's new beach resort.

    At least eight dead in Kenya anti-government protests

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 30:52


    Thousands of people protested on the anniversary of the storming of Kenya's parliament. Also: President Trump's emotional encounter with a BBC Ukrainian reporter and the Scottish conman whose tea wasn't homegrown.

    Trump says US strikes set Iran's nuclear programme back 'decades'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 32:42


    President Trump dismisses leaked intelligence report that cast doubt on success of Iran strikes. Also: millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls and could weight loss drugs be changing our shopping habits?

    Netanyahu claims historic victory over Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 25:31


    The Israeli PM has claimed an historic victory over Iran as a ceasefire seems to be holding. Also: Protesters force Amazon's Jeff Bezos to move his wedding celebration in Venice, and how nightmares damage your health.

    President Trump lashes out at Iran and Israel after ceasefire violations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 29:14


    Donald Trump says he is not happy after the ceasefire between Israel and Iran was violated. Also: NATO leaders are meeting and could a 33-year-old Muslim become the Democratic candidate for New York mayor?

    Iran fires missiles at US Qatar base

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 29:02


    Iran has launched missiles at a key US airbase in Qatar in response to American attacks on its main nuclear sites. Meanwhile, Israel has attacked government targets in Iran, and Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire.

    Israel strikes Iran's Fordo nuclear site in fresh wave of attacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 29:35


    Israel says it has hit access routes to Iran's main nuclear enrichment site a day after US attacks. The UN's nuclear watchdog says it must be allowed to assess the damage to Iran's nuclear programme.

    US strikes Iran: UN chief warns against cycle of retaliation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 32:05


    At an emergency session of the UN Security Council, Antonio Guterres warned that fighting needed to stop and negotiations should resume. Also: 20 people are dead after a suicide bombing in the Syrian capital, Damascus.

    Iran condemns US attacks on its nuclear facilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 18:36


    Iran's foreign minister says the US crossed a big red line by bombing Iranian nuclear facilities. We ask what options Tehran has now. Also: Markets are reacting calmly so far, but worries remain.

    US targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 22:07


    President Trump says US strikes have obliterated three Iranian nuclear facilities. The Israeli Prime Minister has called his decision bold; Iran says the attack is outrageous and will have everlasting consequences.

    Israel strikes Iran as US 'moves B-2 bombers'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 29:58


    Israel has been striking targets across Iran amid reports that the US is moving B-2 bombers to a base in the Pacific. Also: The science of revenge, and the healing power of video games.

    The Happy Pod: Sending my mother's ashes around the world

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 27:41


    The woman fulfilling her mother's dreams of travel by launching her ashes out to sea in a bottle. It's brought her happiness amid her grief. Also: Thailand's tigers bounce back; and making hospitals happier for children.Presenter: Nick Miles. Music composed by Iona Hampson

    Gaza aid deaths: Why does this keep happening?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 31:16


    Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed near aid sites since late May. The Israeli military has repeatedly said it will investigate such reports. We ask why this keeps happening.

    European ministers hold talks with Iran as conflict continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 27:31


    As the conflict between Israel and Iran enters its second week, European ministers are meeting Iran's top diplomat as part of efforts to end the fighting. Also; Spain's political crisis and the tigers making a comeback.

    Trump to decide if US will attack Iran 'within two weeks'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 28:32


    The White House says Trump will decide whether to attack Iran within two weeks because there is a "substantial chance of negotiations". Also: why killing a Lithuanian bear outraged hunters, and the search to name storms.

    Israeli hospital hit by Iranian missile

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 30:53


    An Iranian missile hits a hospital in the Israeli town of Beersheba. Israel vows revenge. Also: Australia's poison mushroom trial draws to a close, and the archaeologists solving a 2000 year old jigsaw puzzle.

    Trump keeps world guessing on Iran strikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 29:42


    US president meets national security team again to discuss next steps on Iran. Also: once called the Russian Davos, the St Petersburg International Economic Forum fails to attract western business leaders.

    Iran warns Trump against joining war with Israel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 27:22


    Iran's supreme leader says he will never surrender to Israel and warned the US not to intervene in the war. Also: More people killed in Gaza near an aid centre, and the tennis legend Martina Navratilova on her career.

    Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 28:33


    Donald Trump has demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" and is said to be deciding if the US will join Israeli strikes on Iran. Also: offloading e-waste in Thailand, and how a 3D printed face changed a man's life.

    Dozens of Palestinians killed in Israeli fire at aid site in Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 28:04


    Gaza's health ministry says at least 51 Palestinians have been killed while waiting at a food distribution site in Gaza. Also: President Trump says he wants "a real end" to the fighting between Israel and Iran.

    Israel attacks Iranian state TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 28:48


    Israel has hit Iranian state TV as Tehran has reportedly reached out to end the war. Also: The suspect in the killing of a Minnesotan lawmaker is charged with murder, and the owners splashing out on their pet's birthday.

    Iran and Israel exchange heavy strikes for fourth day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 30:36


    Israel says it has full control of the skies over Tehran and destroyed a third of Iran's missile launchers. Also: we hear from inside Iran, and for the first time, a woman takes charge of Britain's MI6 spy agency.

    Israeli strikes kill an Iran intelligence chief as conflict intensifies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 28:35


    Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel are "over the skies of Tehran" and have killed an Iran intelligence chief. In response, Iran carries out its first daytime strikes into Israel.

    The Happy Pod: The tiny dog back home after a big adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 28:28


    A tiny dog famous for her big adventure reunites with her overjoyed owners, after 529 days in the wild. Also: the escaped Tennessee Zebra; why a man risked his life to save 41 others; and a footballing first for Senegal.

    Minnesota Democratic politician killed in targeted shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 30:15


    The search in the US for the man who shot dead a Democratic politician in a targeted killing. Also: Israel and Iran threaten to step up their attacks, and getting away from the electro-magnetic radiation of modern life.

    Israel and Iran continue strikes - extra edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 17:14


    The Israeli air force says it's continuing to attack targets inside Iran. Overnight, Iran launched retaliatory air strikes across Israel. We test the mood in both countries and ask where the conflict might go next.

    Iran retaliates with missile attacks on Israel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 29:53


    Loud blasts have been heard across Israel following another wave of retaliatory airstrikes by Iran, including in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Also: black box flight recorder found at Air India crash site.

    Israel strikes Iran: World leaders urge restraint

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 27:42


    Israel's military says Iran fired about 100 drones towards its territory, many of which were intercepted, in retaliation to Israeli air strikes overnight. Also: an update from the scene of crashed Air India flight AI17.

    Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 18:14


    Israel has attacked Iran with military strikes that it says are targeting Tehran's nuclear programme. Iran says the head of its armed forces and the top commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard have been killed.

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