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Global News Podcast

BBC World Service

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:

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34:24

Trump blocks Ukraine weapons deliveries

Global News Podcast ·

2025/07/02

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.

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28:09

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

Global News Podcast ·

2025/07/01

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.

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28:20

Thailand PM suspended over leaked phone call

Global News Podcast ·

2025/07/01

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?

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35:00

Israeli strike on Gaza seafront cafe

Global News Podcast ·

2025/07/01

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.

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30:01

UN warning: Millions at risk after Sudan food aid cuts

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/30

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.

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31:28

Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/29

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.

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28:07

The Happy Pod: A song fit for a King

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/28

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.

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31:26

US Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/28

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?

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28:27

Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/27

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.

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30:19

US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/27

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.

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26:28

Iran crisis: your questions answered

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/26

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.

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31:04

Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/26

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.

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30:52

At least eight dead in Kenya anti-government protests

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/25

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.

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32:42

Trump says US strikes set Iran's nuclear programme...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/25

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?

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25:31

Netanyahu claims historic victory over Iran

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/25

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.

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29:14

President Trump lashes out at Iran and Israel after...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/24

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?

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29:02

Iran fires missiles at US Qatar base

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/23

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.

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29:35

Israel strikes Iran's Fordo nuclear site in fresh...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/23

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.

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32:05

US strikes Iran: UN chief warns against cycle of...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/22

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.

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18:36

Iran condemns US attacks on its nuclear facilities

Global News Podcast ·

2025/06/22

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.

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