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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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30:49

Pakistan warns of imminent military strikes from India

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/30

India holds security talks and Pakistan warns of imminent military strikes from India, following the deadly attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. Also: Vietnam's reunification day, and a new eye test.

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30:28

Trump: the first 100 days

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Donald Trump is celebrating 100 days in office - a key landmark. But the newly-elected Canadian government is reacting sharply against him. And Australian voters have taken against Mr Trump too.

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28:01

What caused the mass power cut in Spain and Portugal?

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Officials investigate mass power blackouts in Portugal and Spain, but cyberattack ruled out. Also: Mark Carney's Liberal Party wins the Canadian election, and the mysterious hum annoying Scottish islanders.

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30:29

Power outage causes chaos in Spain and Portugal

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/28

A massive power cut hit large parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, causing widespread disruption.

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32:54

Putin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/28

The Kremlin announces a short ceasefire in Ukraine, coinciding with celebrations marking the end of World War Two in Europe. Kyiv calls for a 30-day end to fighting. Also: Israel's actions in Gaza on trial at The Hague.

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31:27

Man arrested after car drives into Vancouver street...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/28

There have been a number of fatalities when a car was driven at high-speed into festivalgoers in the Canadian city of Vancouver. Also: a human chain helps a Michigan bookshop owner move her stock to a new home.

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33:17

The Happy Pod: International Dance Day special

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/27

A special episode of The Happy Pod for International Dance Day. From the Royal Opera House in London, we are hearing stories from performers and choreographers across the world.

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26:20

World bids farewell to Pope Francis who told people...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/27

Pope Francis has been laid to rest at his favourite church in Rome, Santa Maria Maggiore, after a private service. Also: fatalities after a huge explosion at key Iranian port.

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24:07

Pope Francis funeral - special episode

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/26

The Pope's funeral was attended by dozens of politicians and royalty. We hear from correspondents in Rome and countries with close links to the Pope - the DRC, Philippines and Argentina.

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32:20

Final preparations underway for Pope Francis's funeral

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/26

The funeral Mass for Pope Francis is taking place today in St Peter's Square. More than one hundred foreign dignitaries are expected to attend.

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26:01

Russian general killed in Moscow car bomb

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Senior Russian general killed. Meanwhile US envoy arrives for talks with President Putin on how to end the war in Ukraine. The Russian foreign minister, in a US interview, said peace negotiations were progressing.

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34:28

President Trump says he is 'not happy' with deadly...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/25

The US president insists he's putting 'a lot of pressure' on Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal. Also: Dutch town hall dumps rare Warhol print by mistake.

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32:30

India-Pakistan tensions rise following deadly Kashmir...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/24

India and Pakistan announce tit-for-tat measures after deadly Kashmir attack. Ukraine responds to worst strike on Kyiv in months. Trump calls on President Putin to 'STOP!' Also: the woman who fooled the world's top magic society

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32:45

US Treasury secretary criticises the IMF and World Bank

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/23

The US Treasury secretary says the IMF and World Bank have deviated from their purpose. Also: The US issues Ukraine with an ultimatum, and proof that a Roman gladiator in Britain was bitten by a lion.

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30:54

Pope lying in state at St Peter's Basilica

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Thousands queue to see Pope Francis lying in state in St Peter's Basilica. His body remains there until his funeral. Also: the EU hands Apple and Meta hefty fines under digital competition laws, and 20 years of YouTube.

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31:33

IMF downgrades global growth predictions after Trump...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/23

The IMF cuts forecasts for every major economy and warns that the US could be hardest hit. Also: In Indian-administered Kashmir more than twenty tourists shot dead, and the surge in cosmetic surgery in China.

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29:21

Plans outlined for Pope’s funeral

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/22

The Vatican has confirmed details of Pope Francis’s funeral. It’ll take place in St Peter’s Square, on Saturday. Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky are among dozens of world leaders who’ve said that they’ll attend.

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25:10

Catholics around the world mourn death of Pope Francis

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/21

Vatican says Pope Francis died from a stroke and heart failure. Also: snowfall in Hindu Kush Himalayan mountain range reaches 23-year low.

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19:03

Pope Francis Dies - Global News Podcast Special Episode

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/21

Pope Francis has died aged 88. We look back at his life and legacy, with analysis from our Religion Editor Aleem Maqbool, our former Vatican Correspondent David Willey in Rome, along with reaction from around the world.

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29:07

Israel military admits mistakes led to killing of...

Global News Podcast ·

2025/04/20

An IDF inquiry into the killing of 15 emergency workers in Gaza last month found a series of professional failures, but says six of those killed were Hamas members. Also: Russia’s brief Easter truce with Ukraine has ended.

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