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The Global Story

BBC World Service

Where the world and America meet, with episodes each weekday. The world is changing. Decisions made in the US and by the second Trump administration are accelerating that change. But they are also a symptom of it.With Asma Khalid in DC, Tristan Redman in London, and the backing of the BBC’s international newsroom, The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign policy in a time of connection and disruption.

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26:25

Path to the Presidency: Inauguration (weather) forecast

The Global Story ·

2025/01/18

With just hours to go before Donald Trump's second term as president official begins, extreme weather conditions in Washington DC have led to last minute changes to his inauguration.On this episode, Caitríona Perry is joined by Sumi Somaskanda and Courtney Subramanian to talk about how Donald Trump's second term might be different and what President Biden might do next.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. And every Saturday until the inauguration of Donald

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26:28

Biden's diplomatic legacy: Afghanistan, Ukraine and Gaza

The Global Story ·

2025/01/17

As Joe Biden’s term as President of the United States draws to a close, he’s trying to define his international legacy. From the Ukraine war, to the Gaza ceasefire, to the US pulling out of Afghanistan; Biden’s tenure has seen US involvement in multiple world events and conflicts. So how will his impact beyond American shores be remembered? And has he left the US stronger or weaker than it was before he took office? The BBC’s diplomatic correspondent, James Landale, speaks with The Global Story’s

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27:51

Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire in Gaza

The Global Story ·

2025/01/16

Following intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have arrived at a ceasefire deal to end more than 15 months of war in Gaza. All Israeli hostages being held by Hamas will be released, while Israel’s soldiers will withdraw fully from Gaza, and allow 600 aid trucks per day to enter the devastated territory. Despite outgoing US president Joe Biden’s insistence that the terms of the deal are similar to what his administration had put before both parties back in May, the man waiting to take his place in

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28:42

Hope and loss after 15 months of Israel-Gaza conflict

The Global Story ·

2025/01/15

After 15 months of conflict, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in sight. But the war has left so many dead, so much destroyed, and a region shaken and redrawn.As so many are hoping for a deal that will quiet the guns, we're using this moment to take stock. Jonny Dymond speaks to BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega about what has been lost, and whether anything has been gained, after 466 days of war.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want

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26:35

LA fires: “It was like watching the end of the world”

The Global Story ·

2025/01/14

It’s been a week since wildfires started sweeping through Los Angeles, California, destroying swathes of the city and reducing communities, homes and schools to little more than rubble and ash. The inferno has now ravaged an area larger than Manhattan. Some fires have been extinguished but many are still burning, and with warnings in place for high winds, LA’s exhausted firefighters and residents have more difficult days ahead. Jonny Dymond speaks with BBC freelance reporter Lucy Sheriff about her

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24:38

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: The saga explained

The Global Story ·

2025/01/13

Ever since the release last summer of her box office hit It Ends With Us, Blake Lively has been dominating gossip columns, as a reported rift with co-star Justin Baldoni became increasingly public. Rumours and allegations followed, from sexual harassment and smear campaigns to bullying and creative sabotage. But rival lawsuits filed by the pair in recent weeks have fanned the flames, shedding new light on the covert warfare of celebrity PR in the process.On this episode, Lucy Hockings speaks to BBC

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27:41

Path to the Presidency: Unconditional discharge

The Global Story ·

2025/01/11

US President-elect Donald Trump has been sentenced to unconditional discharge over his hush money conviction. Trump has been spared any penalty, including jail time or a fine, but he will still take office as the first US president with a felony conviction.On this episode, Caitríona Perry is joined by Sumi Somaskanda and Courtney Subramanian to discuss the impact Donald Trump's sentencing could have on his presidency. Plus, the political dispute which has ensued following the most destructive

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24:33

Why is Elon Musk meddling in European politics?

The Global Story ·

2025/01/10

The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, has revolutionised every industry he has ever worked in – from online payments and electric vehicles to space travel and satellite communications. Now he’s positioning himself as a major force in global politics. He is already going to play a key role in the United States as an advisor to President Donald Trump, but he has also turned his attention to Germany and the UK.Lucy Hockings speaks with Mike Wendling and Jessica Parker about whether Musk's motivations for

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26:44

The fight for the Arctic

The Global Story ·

2025/01/09

US President-elect Donald Trump has repeated his intention to take control of Greenland, the Arctic territory controlled by Denmark. Greenland sits between the US, Europe, and the dominant Arctic power that is Russia. And further heating up tensions in the region is the fact that climate change is chipping away at the ice, creating new shipping routes and making key oil, gas and mineral resources easier to access.On this episode, Katya Adler is joined by the BBC’s defence correspondent Jonathan

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26:29

Beyond Trudeau: Canada's political future

The Global Story ·

2025/01/08

On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ended months of speculation about his future, in a resignation speech outside his Rideau Cottage residence in Ottowa. Amid plummeting opinion polls, internal party pressure had been mounting for him to vacate the Liberal leadership, after finance minister Chrystia Freeland dealt him what many saw as a decisive blow when she quit the government in December. So as the battle to replace Mr Trudeau gets underway, what does Canada's political landscape

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22:30

Could Donald Trump reignite a peace deal for the...

The Global Story ·

2025/01/07

The conflict in Gaza has continued into 2025 but there is still hope for a ceasefire as talks resume in Doha. Previous attempts at achieving peace have failed, but with the arrival of Donald Trump as the new US President in less than two weeks – could this be the moment that a ceasefire deal finally succeeds?On this episode Sumi Somaskanda speaks with the BBC's Gaza correspondent Rushdi Abualouf and the BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams about the hopes for a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza

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25:15

The global surrogacy boom

The Global Story ·

2025/01/06

Surrogacy is a booming global industry generating billions of dollars every year. But while demand for surrogacy is rising - more and more countries are taking steps to ban it completely. Most recently in Italy – where the far-right government has passed a new law that makes surrogacy a “universal crime”, putting it on the same level as child abuse and human trafficking. So, is surrogacy exploitative or empowering women? On this episode Lucy Hockings speaks with the BBC's gender and identity

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24:56

Path to the Presidency: New Orleans attack response

The Global Story ·

2025/01/04

Donald Trump and Joe Biden have offered competing statements in the aftermath of the New Year’s killings. In a break with tradition, the president-elect has tried to wield his influence at home and abroad before officially taking office. BBC chief presenters Sumi Somaskanda and Christian Fraser are joined by BBC supervising editor Courtney Subramanian to discuss the balance of power in Washington, Elon Musk’s growing involvement in world politics, and whether Congressman Mike Johnson has enough

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26:31

The 'Holy Grail' of shipwrecks

The Global Story ·

2025/01/03

The wreck of a Spanish galleon, the San José, is thought to hold a cargo of gold, silver and emeralds worth $18 billion dollars. It’s laid on the seabed off the coast of Colombia for more than 300 years, after being sunk by the British. Decades after it was discovered, a debate still rages among various groups who think they have the right to retrieve the San José’s long lost cargo.On today's episode, Lucy Hockings speaks to marine archaeologist Dr Rodrigo Pacheco-Ruiz and our business correspondent

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26:30

Has Canada soured on immigration?

The Global Story ·

2025/01/02

A majority of Canadians say too many people are being allowed in the country, for the first time this century. Multiculturalism and the acceptance of newcomers are central to Canada’s national identity. But amidst record-breaking population growth, a cost of living crisis and a shortage of affordable housing, many Canadians have begun to question whether the country has the capacity to keep accepting hundreds of thousands of migrants each year. On this episode Azadeh Moshiri is joined by the

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25:18

Path to the Presidency: An incredible year in US...

The Global Story ·

2024/12/31

Just a year ago, the 2024 presidential campaign was shaping up to be a slightly dull affair. Instead, the last 12 months turned out to be one of the most eventful, controversial and unpredictable in US political history.In January, Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second term as president, marking the start of a new chapter in Washington DC. So, before that, BBC chief presenters Caitríona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda take a moment to reflect on covering a momentous year in US politics.The Global

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24:49

Afghanistan: "Life was so beautiful when I would go...

The Global Story ·

2024/12/30

The Taliban's decision to ban women from attending midwifery and nursing courses ends their last hope of gaining an education. When the Taliban returned to take control of Afghanistan in 2021 it imposed a hardline vision of Islamic rule – but there was some hope, that perhaps, women and girls’ education would be spared. However, girls were soon barred from attending school and university - leaving only the option to attend nursing and midwifery courses. Now, that choice has been taken away, making

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26:29

Lab-grown meat: Why countries are banning it

The Global Story ·

2024/12/27

Lab-grown meat is often touted as the solution to climate-friendly meat production. But in some parts of the world, governments are introducing laws to stop it from being produced. Why are some countries trying to ban it, before it’s even on the shelves?Host Lucy Hockings speaks with Graihagh Jackson host of The Climate Question programme on the BBC World Service and our Asia business reporter Nick Marsh, about whether cultivated meat is a potential solution to the climate crisis or just a

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26:43

Overtourism: Can travel hotspots cope with the crowds?

The Global Story ·

2024/12/26

2024 is expected to be a record-breaking year for tourism, with more travellers going on holiday than ever before. But hotspots like Venice, Hawaii and Bali are also struggling from overtourism. Rajan Datar, host of the BBC's Travel Show, has been meeting people who live in some of the world's tourism hotspots and tells Lucy Hockings about the impact huge numbers of visitors are having on communities and the environment. At the moment, we’re sharing some of our most popular episodes from the past

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24:52

Are you ever too old to have a baby?

The Global Story ·

2024/12/25

In countries across the world women are deciding to delay motherhood. Increased access to education, more career opportunities and less financial stability means that more and more women are having children later in life. But fewer babies now, could mean more economic pressures on the rest of us in the future. Katya Adler explores this complex topic with the BBC's population correspondent Stephanie Hegarty and Joyce Harper, professor of reproductive science at University College London.At the

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