Wednesday, March 19, 2014

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» Turkey protests: More than 1,000 people arrested in 5 days
24/03/25 12:30 from Global News
More than 1,000 people have been detained in Turkey during 5 days of protests about the arrest of President Erdogan's main rival, the mayor of Istanbul. Also: How do elite athletes cope with fasting during Ramadan?

» Turkey experiences biggest unrest in a decade
24/03/25 12:11 from Newshour
Turkey's interior ministry says 1,133 people have been detained after days of protests against the arrest last week of Istanbul's popular mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, on corruption charges. More than 70 demonstrators were detained overnight ou...

» The political firestorm over Tasmania’s salmon farming – podcast
24/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Fresh questions have been raised about the environmental impact of salmon farming in Tasmania with conservation groups funding attack ads aimed at Labor. Guardian Australia’s climate and environment editor, Adam Morton, speaks to Reged A...

» Spring statement: What to expect – Politics Weekly Westminster
24/03/25 10:37 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey walk us through what we can expect to hear when Rachel Reeves makes her spring statement on Wednesday. With the government facing downgraded growth forecasts, rising borrowing costs and the threat of Donald ...

» Thomas Tuchel’s winning start for England - Football Weekly
24/03/25 09:27 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by John Brewin, Nedum Onuoha and Ali Maxwell as Thomas Tuchel begins his tenure as England’s head coach with a 2-0 win over Albania Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast a...

» The Coventry experiment: why were Indian women in Britain given radioactive food without their consent? – podcast
24/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was shock, outrage and anxiety. But exactly what happened? By Samira Shackle. Read by Dinita Gohil Continue reading...

» Who is the real JD Vance? – podcast
24/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
How the US vice-president, JD Vance, is attempting to lay the groundwork to succeed Donald Trump “JD Vance is a fascinating figure in politics, particularly given how many times he’s reinvented himself,” Tara Setmayer , a political commu...

» Turkish President Erdogan's main rival jailed
23/03/25 21:44 from Global News
Protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies corruption charges, continued on Sunday. Also: earrings worth $769,500 recovered by US police after they had been swallowed.

» Istanbul mayor arrested ahead of selection to run against Erdogan
23/03/25 11:22 from Newshour
The mayor of Istanbul, who's the main political rival to President Erdogan, has been formally arrested on corruption charges. The detention of Ekrem İmamoglu triggered protests across Turkey. The court confirmed he would be held in custo...

» The language of whale song - podcast
23/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Researchers have discovered that humpback whale song is strikingly similar to human language. Dr Jenny Allen, an expert in whale song structure at Griffith University, speaks to Reged Ahmad about the years of recording, listening and ana...

» The Global Story: Maradona and the trial transfixing Argentina
23/03/25 11:00 from Global News
Half a decade after he died, Diego Maradona's medical team are facing trial in Buenos Aires, as the circumstances surrounding his death are interrogated. His footballing genius made him a cultural icon of stratospheric fame, but why does...

» The Little Black Dress: A Hidden History
23/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Before it was the classic dress we all know and many still love today, the little black dress was mostly worn by working-class shopgirls and domestics. Monica Morales-Garcia began to research the origins of the L.B.D. to answer: How had ...

» Mayor of Istanbul dismisses charges against him
22/03/25 21:02 from Global News
Thousands of demonstrators take to the streets in cities in Turkey and clash with riot police as the mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoglu appears in court. Also doctors say Pope Francis will leave hospital on Sunday

» Huge protests in Istanbul as mayor appears in court
22/03/25 19:10 from Newshour
Thousands of demonstrators in Istanbul have taken to the streets to protest against the arrest of the city’s mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. He is one of a number of opposition figures who have been taken into custody in recent days. We speak to ...

» Israel strikes Lebanon after first rocket attack since ceasefire
22/03/25 11:10 from Newshour
The Israeli military says it's conducted air strikes in southern Lebanon after rockets were fired across the border for the first time since a ceasefire was agreed with Hezbollah last year. Also, the Vatican says Pope Francis intends to ...

» The Happy Pod: Tea for two - sharing a brew with a stranger
22/03/25 10:44 from Global News
We meet the man behind A Mug of Life, who says chatting to strangers has made his life better, and everyone should try it. Also: why trusting the kindness of others makes you happier; and a retirement home for penguins.

» Ukraine’s fading hopes
22/03/25 09:01 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Ukraine, Serbia, Guatemala, Kenya and the Philippines. Diplomatic efforts to end the fighting in Ukraine are continuing after initial attempts to secure a ceasefire stalled. Russia has refused to support a...

» Seth Rogen: slacker to studio boss; Marina Hyde on Trump making anywhere but America great again; and Philippa Perry helps with imposter syndrome – podcast
22/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Seth Rogen may be known for his stoner vibe and comedies such as Superbad and Knocked Up, but behind the scenes the actor, writer, weed-lover and pottery fan has also become a producing power player. The US stock market is spooked and Tr...

» Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested
21/03/25 21:03 from Global News
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has condemned growing protests in Turkey in the days since the arrest of a key opposition figure. Also: flights resume at London's Heathrow Airport after shutdown caused by fire at electrical substation.

» Voice of America Goes Quiet. And, Apocalypse Now?
21/03/25 20:41 from On The Media
The Trump administration has cut funding for Voice of America, the 80-year-old state media network. On this week’s On the Media, how pulling federal funds from VOA’s parent organization will imperil press freedom abroad. Plus, a Radio Fr...

» Sudan army retakes presidential palace after two years of war
21/03/25 19:22 from Newshour
The Sudanese army says it has recaptured the presidential palace in the capital Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after almost two years of fighting. We hear from a citizen near Khartoum. Also in the programme: We...

» Sudan's army recapture presidential palace in Khartoum
21/03/25 12:21 from Newshour
The Sudanese army has recaptured the presidential palace in Khartoum from the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, military leaders have said. The army appears poised to regain control of the capital two years after it was kicked out...

» Heathrow shutdown causes travel chaos
21/03/25 12:08 from Global News
Counter-terrorism police investigate fire at Heathrow power station. Also: Sudan's army recaptures presidential palace in Khartoum and Abercrombie & Fitch's former boss is accused of abuse by 40 men.

» Back to Back Barries: Can Dutton regain discipline and confidence? - podcast
21/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
This week we are still in election limbo, so how can leaders maintain their focus during a long pseudo-campaign? Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy examine Dutton’s surprise dual citizenship referendum idea – one that even his own party colle...

» A Scarier, Sexier Drácula
21/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Bella Lugosi's leading role in the creepy 1931 film Dracula made him a horror icon. But there's another, even better version of Dracula that was shot in Spanish using different actors on the same sets. We try to figure out why the Spanis...

» Why are Democrats so divided? – podcast
21/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
This week a Democratic lawmaker became the first to officially call for the senate minority leader, Chuck Schumer, to step down. The veteran Democrat angered many in his party last week when he backed a Republican funding bill that avert...

» My life as a prison officer: ‘It wasn’t just the smell that hit you. It was the noise’ – podcast
21/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
I saw first hand how prisons are having to use segregation units for acutely mentally ill inmates who should not be in prison at all Written and read by Alex South Continue reading...

» Having a baby with your best mate – podcast
21/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Nicola Slawson on her decision to have a baby with her best friend, Tom, rather than a romantic partner Nicola Slawson , a journalist and author of Single: Living a Complete Life on Your Own Terms , has been single for 10 years. She didn...

» Trump signs executive order to close Department of Education
20/03/25 21:02 from Global News
President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the US Department of Education. Also: the Zimbabwean former swimmer, Kirsty Coventry, becomes first female president of the International Olympic Committee.

» 20/03/2025 21:06 GMT
20/03/25 19:19 from Newshour
Interviews, news and analysis of the day’s global events.

» Kirsty Coventry becomes first woman and first African to head IOC
20/03/25 19:19 from Newshour
Zimbabwe's two-time Olympic swimming champion Kirsty Coventry will be the most powerful person in sport - after being elected head of the International Olympic Committee. It was expected to be a close race, but Coventry was elected by a ...

» Israel resumes ground operations in Gaza
20/03/25 12:39 from Newshour
At least 85 Palestinians have been killed in overnight Israeli air strikes in Gaza, the Hamas-run health ministry has said and the IDF said it had started a ground invasion in northern Gaza. Hamas has launched retaliatory missiles aimed ...

» Israel attacks Gaza in ground offensive
20/03/25 12:17 from Global News
Israeli troops move up to the Netzarim Corridor which divides the north and south of the Gaza Strip, while Hamas fires rockets into Israel. And EU leaders discuss how to beef up European defence in the face of Russian threats.

» Newsroom edition: can Dutton and Albanese get voters to listen to them? - podcast
20/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The unofficial election campaign is about to intensify, with a pre-election budget just days away. With political messaging coming thick and fast, both parties will be trying to sell their vision to the public. But with Australian societ...

» Newsroom edition: what a divided Australia means for the election - podcast
20/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The unofficial election campaign is about to intensify, with a pre-election budget just days away. With political messaging coming thick and fast, both parties will be trying to sell their vision to the public. But with Australian societ...

» Thomas Tuchel’s England era begins – Football Weekly Extra podcast
20/03/25 09:43 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Lars Sivertsen and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan as they preview the international break Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitcher , and join the conve...

» A day on the frontline of England’s social care crisis – Politics Weekly UK
20/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
An ageing population, a funding squeeze and a recruitment crisis have taken England’s adult social care system to breaking point. This week, John Harris is in Greater Manchester to find out what a day in the life of a care worker looks l...

» What a dark energy discovery means for the fate of the universe – podcast
20/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Dark energy, the mysterious force powering the expansion of the universe, appears to be weakening over time, according to a major cosmological survey that has thrown the laws of modern physics into doubt. Ian Sample tells Madeleine Finla...

» Mahmoud Khalil and Trump’s assault on free speech – podcast
20/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Detained after taking a leading role in pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University, the graduate has called himself a political prisoner. Chris McGreal reports This month Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia University graduate who had w...

» Turkey: thousands protest against Istanbul mayor arrest
19/03/25 21:05 from Global News
Turkish police arrest the mayor of Istanbul and presidential hopeful, Ekrem İmamoğlu. Thousands of people have come out in protest. Also: President Trump says his phone call with President Zelensky was very positive.

» Istanbul mayor arrested days before becoming presidential candidate
19/03/25 19:12 from Newshour
Turkish authorities have detained Ekrem Imamoglu, from the secular opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), just days before he was due to be selected as a presidential candidate. Also on the programme, the United Nations says one of ...

» Russia attacks infrastructure in Ukraine
19/03/25 12:29 from Newshour
Ukraine reacts with resignation to Russia attacking its infrastructure, hours after Vladimir Putin told President Trump he was halting such strikes. Also in the programme: we hear from a doctor in Gaza as attacks by Israel resume; and af...

» Ukraine says Russia broke pledge not to attack
19/03/25 12:17 from Global News
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of launching air attacks after a limited pause was agreed. Also: Mexico City waves goodbye to bullfighting, and why the JFK assassination has sparked so many conspiracy theories.

» The fake terrorism plot and the real threats to free speech - podcast
19/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Earlier this month, police revealed their belief that a caravan found with explosives on the outskirts of Sydney was a criminal con job. Previously regarded as antisemitic, the Australian federal police confirmed their findings that the ...

» "Tough Love For Liberals"
19/03/25 04:00 from On The Media
This week's midweek podcast is a segment from Tuesdays episode of the Brian Lehrer show -- the legendary live call-in show that airs every weekday morning on our producing station, WNYC. The segment features Derek Thompson , staff writer...

» Guardian Essential report: as ​Albanese’s approval rating rises, why do the lads stand out? – Australian Politics podcast
19/03/25 02:34 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
As the prime minister hits his highest approval ratings in 18 months, the Guardian Essential poll goes deep into demographics this week. Why do young Australian men support Trump and Dutton more than anyone else? Could Dutton take advant...

» From the archive: The revolt against liberalism: what’s driving Poland and Hungary’s nativist turn? – podcast
19/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
We are raiding the Guardian Long Read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2021: For the hardline conservatives ruling Poland and Hungary, the transition from...

» Labour’s controversial benefit cuts – podcast
19/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The government is hoping to save £5bn from the welfare bill – but what will the cost be for sick and disabled people? Patrick Butler reports On Tuesday the welfare secretary, Liz Kendall, set out her plans to save £5bn from the governmen...

» Putin agrees to pause Ukraine energy attacks during Trump call
18/03/25 21:55 from Global News
The Russian President, Vladimir Putin, rejects an immediate and full ceasefire in Ukraine, agreeing only to halt attacks on energy infrastructure. Also: Nasa astronauts return to Earth after nine months in space.

» Israel shatters Gaza ceasefire - podcast
18/03/25 20:21 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Emma Graham-Harrison reports on the strikes carried out by Israeli military forces on dozens of targets across Gaza early on Tuesday, leaving more than 400 people dead Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Gaza on Tuesday, killing more...

» Putin demands concessions for ceasefire after call with Trump
18/03/25 19:26 from Newshour
US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have had a phone call where Russia has agreed to pause its attacks on energy and infrastructure in Ukraine for thirty days. Russia has not committed to a full ceasefire...

» Israel launches waves of strikes on Gaza
18/03/25 12:59 from Global News
Israel resumes war in Gaza after ceasefire talks fail. Hamas says more than 400 people died in Israeli strikes. Also: Hard-hit Italian town marks five years since Covid, and how astronauts adjust to life back on Earth.

» Israel carries out extensive airstrikes in Gaza
18/03/25 12:46 from Newshour
Hamas officials say more than four hundred people have been killed. Does this mean that the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is over? Also on the programme: President Trump and President Putin are to have a phone call to discuss a pote...

» Chelsea clinch League Cup and Palace close the gap – Women’s Football Weekly
18/03/25 11:54 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack , Sophie Downey and Ameé Ruszkai to discuss the League Cup final and the weekend’s WSL Games On the podcast today: Chelsea claimed the season's first silverware , edging past Manchester City in the...

» Israel shatters Gaza ceasefire – Today in Focus Extra – podcast
18/03/25 11:50 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Israeli military forces carried out strikes on dozens of targets across Gaza early on Tuesday, leaving more than 400 people dead. Emma Graham-Harrison reports On Tuesday, Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Gaza, killing more than 40...

» The danger of Australia’s obsession with big cars - podcast
18/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The demand for oversized cars in Australia is surging, with SUVs and utes increasingly becoming the family and commuter car of choice. And while they are seen as the safer choice, experts say they may be making our roads deadlier. Transp...

» Championship race hots up as Blades slash Leeds’ lead at top – Football Weekly podcast
18/03/25 09:16 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by George Elek, Ben Fisher and Sanny Rudravajhala for an EFL special Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitcher , and join the conversation on Facebook , Twitter a...

» S9, Ep5: Babatunde Aléshé, comedian
18/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Joining Grace on Comfort Eating this week is actor and comedian Babatunde Aléshé. Babatunde stole the nation’s hearts with appearances on Celebrity Gogglebox, and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here. He talks to Grace about how his mum i...

» A mysterious millionaire and the quest to live under the sea – podcast
18/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Before billionaires dreamed of setting up communities on Mars, the ocean was seen as the next frontier in human habitation. Reviving this dream is Deep, a project backed by an anonymous millionaire to the tune of more than £100m that aim...

» Inside the UK’s first drug consumption room – podcast
18/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Libby Brooks reports from the Thistle, a new Glasgow clinic that offers somewhere for people to use drugs in a safer, hygienic environment The Thistle is a new drugs consumption clinic in the east end of Glasgow, which aims to reduce dru...

» Inside Glasgow’s drug consumption room – podcast
18/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Libby Brooks reports from the Thistle, a new Glasgow clinic that offers somewhere for people to use drugs in a safer, hygienic environment The Thistle is a new drugs consumption clinic in the east end of Glasgow, which aims to reduce dru...

» Canadian PM Mark Carney says he want to reduce security reliance on the US
17/03/25 21:48 from Global News
Canada's new PM, Mark Carney, has said his country must reduce its reliance on the US and would instead turn towards what he described as its reliable European allies. Also: Antarctic base rocked by alleged assault.

» Canadian PM Mark Carney says he wants to reduce security reliance on the US
17/03/25 21:48 from Global News
Canada's new PM, Mark Carney, has said his country must reduce its reliance on the US and would instead turn towards what he described as its reliable European allies. Also: Antarctic base rocked by alleged assault.

» US and Russia president set for call over the Ukraine war
17/03/25 19:07 from Newshour
President Trump and Vladimir Putin have confirmed they will hold talks tomorrow about ending Russia's invasion. The Kremlin has set out a number of strict conditions for agreeing a peace deal. The EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas sa...

» Trump and Putin to hold Ukraine peace talks on Tuesday
17/03/25 13:15 from Global News
Trump says he and Putin will discuss land, power plants and dividing up assets in Ukraine peace talks; Also: North Macedonia enters a week of mourning, and can DNA from endangered animals be used to save species?

» Arrests made after many fatalities in North Macedonia nightclub fire
16/03/25 21:35 from Global News
Police have detained a number of people after a fire at an nightclub in North Macedonia killed scores of people. Also: The US deports hundreds of alleged Venezuelan gang members despite court order.

» The Global Story: Mohammed bin Salman from pariah to peacemaker
16/03/25 11:00 from Global News
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was publicly identified as the man who ordered the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. As a result, he was referred to as a pariah. So, how did MBS go from pariah to peacemaker?

» Can El Salvador Really Jail Americans?
16/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
In early February, Salvadoran president Nayib Bukele made an unprecedented and controversial offer: to jail U.S. citizens in El Salvador. The move came as President Donald Trump is ramping up his mass deportation plans. In this episode, ...

» US launches wave of air strikes on Yemen's Houthis
15/03/25 21:44 from Global News
President Trump says the US has launched a "decisive and powerful" wave of air strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen. Also: thousands rally in Belgrade against corruption.

» The Happy Pod: A gift that reopened the world
15/03/25 10:38 from Global News
We hear how an off road wheelchair Zack built for Cambry when they started dating reopened her world and changed hundreds of lives. Also: life lessons from a singing grandad and a young climber; and King Charles turns DJ.

» Inside Mexico’s drug cartels
15/03/25 09:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces dispatches from Mexico and the USA, Bangladesh, Syria and the Faroe Islands. Donald Trump has threatened Mexico with sanctions if it does not do more to halt the flow of deadly fentanyl into the US. Quentin Sommervil...

» Is Putin serious about a ceasefire in Ukraine?
14/03/25 21:00 from Global News
Trump says he thinks Russia is going to make a deal, but others are more sceptical. Also: former Philippines president, Rodrigo Duterte, appears at The Hague, and why investors resort to gold in hard times.

» Mahmoud Khalil and a New Red Scare. Plus, Press Freedom Under Threat.
14/03/25 20:17 from On The Media
A Columbia University graduate who led protests last year has been detained by I.C.E. Even though he is a green card holder. On this week’s On the Media, hear why the case has conjured comparisons to the Red Scare of the forties and fift...

» Trump says ceasefire talks with Putin 'good and productive'
14/03/25 12:45 from Global News
President Trump hails 'productive discussions' with Russia on Ukraine ceasefire. Russia says a call between Putin and Trump is expected soon. Also: stargazers in the western hemisphere witness a total lunar eclipse.

» The Real Lives of Human Smugglers With Jason De León
14/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Human smugglers are oftentimes hired by migrants to help them through inhospitable and dangerous routes on their way to the United States. But how do human smugglers, also known as coyotes or polleros , get into the business in the first...

» Putin responds to Trump's ceasefire plan
13/03/25 21:01 from Global News
President Putin gives his response to the US plan for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Also; the rise in measles cases, and the first bear to get brain surgery wakes up after hibernation.

» Senior Putin aide against temporary Ukraine ceasefire
13/03/25 12:09 from Global News
US officials are in Moscow to discuss proposals backed by Ukraine for a 30-day ceasefire. A senior Kremlin aide has said they give nothing to Russia. Also- a new UN report details accusations of sexual violence in Gaza

» Putin visits Kursk after Russian advances - Kremlin
12/03/25 21:03 from Global News
Kremlin says President Putin has visited a command post in the Kursk region, where Russia has been retaking territory seized by Ukraine last year. Also: Pakistan train hijack over, and 100 days with a titanium heart.

» EU retaliates as Trump tariffs expand globally
12/03/25 12:46 from Global News
The EU retaliates as Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports come into effect. Also: deforestation in the Amazon ahead of COP summit, and the wait for astronauts stranded in space is almost over.

» The Baltimore Sun Is In Trouble
12/03/25 04:00 from On The Media
Last January the hedge fund Alden Global Capital sold The Baltimore Sun to David Smith, an executive at Sinclair Broadcast Group. Smith once told Trump that Sinclair was "here to deliver your message.” He is also known to support conserv...

» Ukraine accepts 30-day ceasefire
11/03/25 21:13 from Global News
Ukraine accepts 30-day ceasefire in war with Russia. After day of talks in Saudi Arabia, US agrees to resume military aid to Kyiv and intelligence sharing. Secretary of State Rubio says ball is now in Russia's court.

» Pakistan militants attack train in Balochistan
11/03/25 12:42 from Global News
Armed militants in Pakistan's Balochistan region have attacked a train and threatened to harm the hundreds of passengers on board. Also: Manchester United have announced a brand new football stadium.

» Stock markets plunge over Trump recession fears
10/03/25 21:24 from Global News
US stocks plunge after Donald Trump refuses to rule out recession amid confusion over his policy on tariffs. Also: Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia, and the return of the 90s classic Clueless.

» Syrian government says operation against Assad loyalists over
10/03/25 12:45 from Global News
Syria's defence ministry says it's ended military operations in strongholds of former President Assad in which hundreds of civilians are reported to have been killed. Also: China increases tariffs on some US goods.

» Israel to cut electricity in Gaza
09/03/25 20:31 from Global News
Israel has ordered all of Gaza's electricity supply to be cut off in an effort to pressure Hamas into releasing Israeli hostages. Also: Canada announces new leader amid trade war with Trump, and the 3D printed house.

» The Global Story: How North Korean hackers launched history's biggest heist
09/03/25 11:00 from Global News
In February, hackers stole almost $1.5bn from the crypto trading platform, Bybit. Intelligence agencies blame Lazarus, an elite hacking group linked to North Korea. As the US announces a strategic crypto reserve, are we more vulnerable t...

» Teresa Urrea: The Mexican Joan of Arc
09/03/25 04:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
In the late 1800s, Teresa Urrea was a superstar. She was a ‘curandera,’ or healer, a revolutionary, and a feminist. At only 19 years old she was exiled from Mexico by dictator Porfirio Diaz, who called her the most dangerous girl in the ...

» Trump’s demands over nuclear deal rejected by Iran
08/03/25 20:02 from Global News
Iran's supreme leader rejects demand from Donald Trump to reach a nuclear deal or face a potential military response. Also: South Korea's impeached president released, and International Women's Day celebrations.

» The Happy Pod: Getting engaged in the ashes of our home
08/03/25 09:52 from Global News
We meet a couple who got engaged amid the ashes of the LA fires. The ring survived and was found in the ruins of their home. Also: grandmas bringing power to remote villages; and how going viral got a lost soft toy home.

» Gaza’s future
08/03/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces dispatches from Egypt, Poland, the USA, Malaysia, and the Mekong River. Arab leaders convened in Egypt this week to draw up a post-war plan for Gaza - and to counter Donald Trump's proposal to turn it into the 'rivie...

» Trump says it's easier dealing with Russia
07/03/25 19:56 from Global News
Trump says it’s “more difficult to deal with Ukraine" than Russia in reaching a peace deal. Also: authorities say Gene Hackman and his wife both died of natural causes, and the Afghan women living under Taliban rule.

» Trump’s On-and-Off-Again Tariffs, and Decoding ‘Make America Healthy Again’
07/03/25 18:40 from On The Media
President Trump’s on-again, off-again tariff announcements sent stock markets plunging. On this week’s On the Media, how to make sense of the ever-changing news about the economy. Plus, the policy behind the ‘Make America Healthy Again’ ...

» The Ukraine War: What happens next?
07/03/25 15:46 from Global News
What future for Ukraine? Your questions answered. Global News Podcast teams up with Ukrainecast for a special Q&A, in a week that has seen US military aid halted. Can Trump and Zelensky get back to talks on a peace deal? Jackie Leona...

» Dozens killed in clashes in Syria
07/03/25 11:27 from Global News
Forces linked to Syria's new rulers engaged in heavy fighting with others loyal to the former President Assad. Also: latest trade figures from China indicate world's second largest economy is struggling.

» How I Made It: Ayodele Casel
07/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
For Ayodele Casel tap dancing is magic. As a young high school student, she dreamed of one day dancing like Ginger Rogers as she recreated Ginger’s moves in her bedroom But it wasn’t until Ayodele Casel was a sophomore at the NYU Tisch S...

» EU agrees to boost defence spending
06/03/25 20:10 from Global News
European Union leaders have expressed support for Ukraine, with US and Ukrainian delegations now set to meet next week in Saudi Arabia. Also, President Trump suspends tariffs imposed on Mexico and Canada for a month.

» Von der Leyen: 'Europe is at a watershed'
06/03/25 11:35 from Global News
Emergency EU summit on defence begins in Brussels. Also: UN releases $100 million to compensate for massive aid cuts from US. And pilot error is blamed after South Korean warplanes accidentally bomb civilians.

» Trump and Zelensky agree to future talks
05/03/25 19:45 from Global News
Could the Trump-Zelensky relationship be back on track? France’s President says the future of Europe will not be decided in Moscow or Washington. Also: A Superbowl-style half-time show for the 2026 World Cup.

» Trump tells Congress he's 'just getting started'
05/03/25 11:34 from Global News
Donald Trump tells Congress President Zelensky is ready for peace. After freezing military aid, the CIA pauses intelligence to Ukraine. China sets out economic growth plans and South Korean teachers warn of AI deepfakes

» How Does Kash Patel Compare to J. Edgar Hoover?
05/03/25 08:39 from On The Media
Since Kash Patel was announced as the director for the FBI, pundits have warned of a return to the era of J. Edgar Hoover, who ran the bureau for 48 years. But according to Beverly Gage, the author of G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Makin...

» Bonus: President Trump addresses Congress
05/03/25 00:54 from Global News
Donald Trump has delivered the longest ever presidential speech to Congress. In this extra edition, we go to Washington for analysis of his address.

» Zelensky says Trump row was ‘regrettable’ and Ukraine ready for peace talks
04/03/25 19:37 from Global News
Zelensky says Oval Office clash was 'regrettable' and offers terms to stop fighting in Ukraine. Also: Arab leaders rally to avoid Trump’s 'Gaza Riviera'- and the party people making sequins, glitter and feathers more eco

» Trump halts military aid to Ukraine
04/03/25 11:43 from Global News
The United States has suspended all military aid to Ukraine until Zelensky commits to negotiating peace. Also: Canada, Mexico and China face new US tariffs, and can scientists use mice resurrect the woolly mammoth?

» Trump again accuses Zelensky of not wanting peace
03/03/25 20:10 from Global News
The US President says he won't tolerate President Zelensky's position on a ceasefire, but denies reports he may end military support for Ukraine. Also, two people are killed after a car drives into a crowd in Germany.

» Moscow says West "fragmenting" over Ukraine
03/03/25 11:18 from Global News
The Kremlin has lashed out at European countries pouring money into Ukraine's war effort. Also: Anora - the story of a stripper - sweeps the Oscars board, and there's stinging criticism of the United States from the UN.

» UK announces European plan for peace in Ukraine
02/03/25 19:32 from Global News
The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils a four-step plan to guarantee peace in Ukraine, after a summit with European leaders in London. Also: Israel blocks Gaza aid, and second commercial spacecraft lands on Moon.

» The Global Story: The scandal sinking an Oscars campaign
02/03/25 10:00 from Global News
The musical Emilia Pérez leads this year’s Oscar nominations, but will old offensive posts by lead actress Karla Sofía Gascón derail the film's chances of success at the ceremony?

» The U.S. and Mexico: A Complicated Relationship
02/03/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
To say that the United States and Mexico have a complicated relationship is to put it lightly. We’re talking over 200 years of, well, a lot. And today more than ever it’s hard to keep up with how much is constantly happening between the ...

» Warm welcome for President Zelensky in London
01/03/25 20:02 from Global News
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky receives warm welcome in London after clash with Donald Trump at the White House. Also, Kurdish PKK separatists lay down their arms, and the bittersweet romance that could win an Oscar.

» The Happy Pod: Learning to play the guitar one handed
01/03/25 10:11 from Global News
Tony Romaine has taught himself how to play the guitar with one arm, after a stroke left him unable to walk or speak. Plus, Ilona Maher on using social media to spread positivity and the 105 year old raver.

» Trump, Putin and the new global order
01/03/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Russia, the occupied West Bank, Bangladesh, South Africa and India US relations with its Western allies have been upended recently amid a rapprochement between Washington and Moscow. The BBC’s Russia Edito...

» The New 'State Media.' Plus, Podcasters Are Running the FBI.
28/02/25 20:14 from On The Media
Breaking from a century of tradition, the White House says it will seize control of the press pool covering the president. On this week’s On the Media, the new administration is prioritizing access for an array of far-right influencers a...

» Zelensky told to leave White House after clash with Trump
28/02/25 19:34 from Global News
President Zelensky left the White House without planned peace negotiations, after President Trump shouted at him and accused him of 'gambling with world War Three'. Also the latest on Pope Francis' health.

» Huge protests in Greece over train crash justice
28/02/25 12:05 from Global News
Greeks hold mass protests demanding justice after train crash two years ago which killed 57 people. Also: Mexico's view on US tariffs, and the desperate efforts to flee the fighting in the DR Congo.

» Harvey Guillén: Breaking Hollywood Molds
28/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Harvey Guillén talks with Maria Hinojosa about his role as Guillermo de la Cruz in the FX vampire comedy, What We Do in the Shadows. Harvey reflects on some recent tragic moments and some others from his childhood, none of which has stop...

» Trump hosts UK's Keir Starmer at the White House
27/02/25 20:01 from Global News
Donald Trump says he's made "lots of progress" on ending Ukraine war after White House meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer. Also: Mexico extradites 29 drug gang members; police probe "suspicious death" of actor Gene Hackman.

» Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead
27/02/25 11:27 from Global News
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman has been found dead alongside his wife at home in New Mexico. Also: the controversial Tate brothers flee Romania for the US, and what's behind the popularity of Pokemon 29 years on?

» Trump says Zelensky will visit Washington on Friday
26/02/25 20:13 from Global News
President Zelensky wants safeguards before a ceasefire. Also: Israel frees Palestinian prisoners in return for the bodies of hostages and if Afghan men play international cricket why can't women?

» Bibas family funeral takes place in Israel
26/02/25 11:44 from Global News
A Bibas family member calls on Israeli officials to take responsibility for the deaths of hostages in Hamas captivity. Also: life in Kurdish parts of Syria, and why an Australian radio host is out of a job.

» Writing (and Rewriting) Russian History
26/02/25 04:00 from On The Media
Days before Russia invaded Ukraine 3 years ago, Russian president Vladimir Putin read an essay he’d written in 2021, “On the Historical Unity of Russians and Ukrainians,” wherein he claimed that Ukraine is a fake country that was invente...

» US and Ukraine strike mineral deal
25/02/25 20:00 from Global News
Ukraine and the US reach a deal on mineral resources. Donald Trump says it’ll help repay US military aid. Also: New investigations into war atrocities in the DRC and a Chinese animation breaks box office records.

» Britain announces biggest increase in defence spending in decades
25/02/25 12:09 from Global News
Britain has announced it will increase defence spending, funded partly by cutting foreign aid. Also: The dispute over fish at a traditional Belgian festival, and stargazers anticipate a rare planetary spectacle.

» 'Peace must not mean a surrender of Ukraine,' Macron says after talks with Trump
24/02/25 19:33 from Global News
The French and US Presidents met to discuss the war in Ukraine on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion . Also, the UN Security Council backs a resolution calling for an end to the conflict.

» Ukraine marks third anniversary of Russia's invasion
24/02/25 11:22 from Global News
European leaders reaffirm support for Kyiv on third anniversary of Ukraine war. Also: record breaking snow in Japan and tackling minds - the health benefits of fishing.

» Germany election: exit polls say conservatives head for victory
23/02/25 20:05 from Global News
Friedrich Merz is set to become Germany's next chancellor, as exit polls show his centre-right grouping has won the general election. The far-right AfD appears to have come second.

» The Global Story: Bolsonaro: Is it all over for the 'Trump of the Tropics'?
23/02/25 10:00 from Global News
Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, barred from running for office until 2030, has been charged with plotting a coup after his 2022 defeat. He remains a strong political force. Can he make a comeback? The Global Story brings you t...

» The Fight Over the Panama Canal
23/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
As President Trump threatens to take the Panama Canal back, journalist Cristela Guerra recalls her childhood memories growing up between the U.S. and Panama. She tells us about the complicated history between the two countries and what’s...

» Israel delays scheduled release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners
22/02/25 20:05 from Global News
Israel delays release of 600 Palestinian prisoners due to be exchanged for 6 hostages freed from Gaza on Saturday; Also: Vatican says the Pope's health has got worse, and is this the biggest crypto theft in history?

» The Happy Pod: The 'terrible' artist in high demand
22/02/25 09:36 from Global News
Meet the artist who describes his own work as 'terrible', but has been getting commissions from around the world. Also: the strip performer entertaining the elderly, and the long-lost tomb of King Thutmose II Presenter: Alan Smith. Music...

» Disappeared in Ukraine
22/02/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Ukraine, the United States, The Gambia and Uzbekistan. Its three years since Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, during which time hundreds of thousands of people have been killed or injured -...

» Israel checking Hamas claims that new body handed to Red Cross is Shiri Bibas
21/02/25 20:19 from Global News
Red Cross says it’s transferred a body to Israel, which Hamas claims is that of the Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas. Also: Trump accuses French and UK leaders of doing nothing to end Ukraine war, and how to avoid news stress.

» Learning Elon Musk’s Media Playbook. Plus, Silicon Valley’s Rightwing Roots.
21/02/25 18:53 from On The Media
Elon Musk’s claims of fraudulent government spending contain some wild inaccuracies. On this week's On the Media, how the mythos surrounding tech entrepreneurs paved the way for MAGA’s embrace of Silicon Valley leaders. Plus, meet the sc...

» Israel accuses Hamas of 'evil' violation of ceasefire
21/02/25 11:11 from Global News
Israel's prime minister Netanyahu says Hamas will pay price for "cruel and evil" violation of ceasefire after tests showed body returned from Gaza was not hostage Shiri Bibas. Also: cure for childhood blindness.

» The Debate Around Emilia Pérez
21/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Emilia Pérez has sparked significant controversy not only because of polarizing remarks from its director and lead star, but for its eccentric storytelling and what many call a downright “off” portrayal of Mexico. The film has received c...

» Trump aide tells Ukraine to ''tone down'' US criticism
20/02/25 19:52 from Global News
The US national security adviser Mike Waltz has told Kyiv to reign in its criticism of President Trump, and agree to US demands for a mineral rights deal. Also: Amazon gains control of the James Bond film franchise.

» Hamas releases the bodies of four Israelis
20/02/25 11:35 from Global News
Hamas releases the bodies of four Israeli hostages who'd been held in Gaza. Also: the scammers working under duress in Myanmar

» Trump calls Zelensky a 'dictator'
19/02/25 19:47 from Global News
Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a "dictator". Also: global glaciers are melting faster than ever recorded - and a ridiculed New Zealand tourism campaign.

» How Kash Patel Came to Loathe the Media and Love Trump
19/02/25 04:00 from On The Media
This week, the Senate will consider more of Trump’s Cabinet nominees, including his pick for FBI director, Kash Patel. For this midweek podcast, we're looking back at this conversation host Micah Loewinger had with Atlantic staff writer ...

» Dismay in Ukraine as Russia and US reset ties
18/02/25 20:15 from Global News
US and Russia forge ahead with negotiations without Ukraine and reset ties. President Zelensky emphasizes the need to not be excluded from talks. Also: a special report from eastern Congo, and could we soon grow teeth?

» Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal
17/02/25 19:29 from Global News
UK PM says US security guarantee only way to deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again. Also: Using AI to detect prostate cancer and tributes paid to Paquita la del Barrio whose songs empowered women around the world.

» Diplomacy gathers pace over war in Ukraine
16/02/25 19:34 from Global News
US officials head to Saudia Arabia for talks with Russia on the war in Ukraine - but European leaders are not invited. Hundreds of people gather at Alexei Navalny's grave on the anniversary of his death.

» Hombre: Understanding Latino Men ft. Two Voters, Two Views
16/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
In the second episode of our new series "Hombre: Understanding Latino Men," Maria Hinojosa sits down with two young Latino voters from Texas. Alejandro Flores, from Dallas, cast his ballot for Kamala Harris in 2024. First-time voter Alex...

» Ukraine talks could see Europeans excluded
15/02/25 20:02 from Global News
US special envoy Kellogg says Ukraine peace talks may involve only US, Russia and Ukraine. Also: at least 15 dead in Delhi railway station crush, and is Donald Trump a penny pincher?

» The Happy Pod: From rescue to romance
15/02/25 09:18 from Global News
How a plea to fly a dog to the US ended in marriage. Adri Pendleton and Niklas Stöterau fell in love after he came to the rescue. Also: a son who's saved his dad's life, twice; and helping the homeless through tennis.

» Germany's young people and the far right
15/02/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
In Saxony, our correspondent hears why young voters are increasingly supporting the AfD. The party is polling consistently in second place ahead of a snap election next Sunday LONG: Kate Adie presents stories from Germany, the US, Afghan...

» Ukraine's Zelensky meets US vice-president at Munich security conference
14/02/25 20:57 from Global News
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has held talks with US vice president, JD Vance, as a rift grows between the US and Europe over how to end the war in Ukraine. Also: YouTube celebrates its 20th birthday.

» Donald Trump is Rewriting the Past. Plus, the Christian Groups Vying for Political Power
14/02/25 20:13 from On The Media
The new administration is purging data from government websites and databases, such as the Department of Justice and the National Security Agency. On this week's On the Media, a historian shares the political playbook for rewriting the p...

» Ukraine's future is focus of Munich Security Conference
14/02/25 11:29 from Global News
US and EU allies discuss Ukraine's peace prospects at the Munich Security Conference. The Russian delegation is not invited. Also: long sentences for rhino poachers in Indonesia, and the smell of mummies.

» A Sister’s Quest for Justice With Cristina Rivera Garza
14/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Author Cristina Rivera Garza’s memoir received the Pulitzer prize in 2024. In Mexico, the book sparked a feminist movement demanding justice for gender-based violence. In “Liliana’s Invincible Summer,” Cristina delves into the “emotional...

» NATO calls for unity as tensions rise with US over Ukraine
13/02/25 20:40 from Global News
The NATO secretary general, Mark Rutte, has called for unity as a rift opens up between Europe and the US on how to end the war in Ukraine. Also: love rats and Valentines Day.

» Concern in Europe after Trump and Putin agree to start Ukraine talks
13/02/25 11:08 from Global News
Senior figures in Europe have accused President Trump of making unnecessary concessions to Russia ahead of peace talks on Ukraine, and a breakthrough is reported in talks to get the Gaza ceasefire deal back on track.

» Trump says he expects to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia
12/02/25 20:28 from Global News
US President Donald Trump says he will likely meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia in the near future for negotiations on Ukraine. Also: London's first Roman basilica found under office basement.

» The J6 Commutations Have Ripple Effects
12/02/25 04:00 from On The Media
Micah joins Anna Sale on Death, Sex and Money to revisit their 2023 conversation with Tasha Adams, ex-wife of Stewart Rhodes the founder of the Oath Keepers. Rhodes was convicted of seditious conspiracy for his role in the January 6th in...

» Israel says Gaza ceasefire will end unless Hamas frees hostages by Saturday
11/02/25 20:38 from Global News
Israel says the ceasefire will end unless Hamas frees hostages by Saturday. Also: the US teacher held in Russia for four years is freed, and remembering the child chimney sweep whose death changed England's labour laws.

» Trump: “Let all hell break out” if Hamas does not release hostages
11/02/25 10:49 from Global News
President Trump says Israel should cancel the ceasefire if Hamas doesn't release hostages by Saturday. He threatens to stop aid to Jordan and Egypt if they refuse Palestinians. Also: Musk’s bid to buy OpenAI is rebuffed.

» Hamas says it will postpone Israeli hostage release
10/02/25 19:49 from Global News
Hamas says it is postponing the next scheduled hostage release, blaming Israeli violations of the ceasefire deal. Also: the trial of Salman Rushdie’s attacker starts.

» President Trump's planned tariffs on steel and aluminium imports widely condemned
10/02/25 11:08 from Global News
Governments in Europe and elsewhere express concern and vow countermeasures about President Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. Also: US doubles down on Gaza plan, and sled dog championships in Sweden.

» Israeli troops withdraw from corridor that split Gaza in two
09/02/25 20:01 from Global News
Israeli troops withdraw from the Netzarim Corridor allowing thousands of Gazans to return to the north of the strip. Also: Polls close in Ecuador's presidential election, and Namibia's first president, Sam Nujoma, has died.

» Toñita’s Club Fights Erasure
09/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
When you enter the Caribbean Social Club, or Toñita’s, it feels like you could be in your grandmother’s living room. And that’s exactly what its owner, Maria Antonia Cay, —better known as Toñita— was aiming for when she opened the club i...

» Hostages freed and prisoners released in latest Gaza ceasefire exchange
08/02/25 19:28 from Global News
Three Israeli hostages have been exchanged for 183 Palestinian prisoners as part of an internationally brokered Gaza ceasefire deal.

» The Happy Pod: the volunteer vet travelling the world
08/02/25 09:54 from Global News
We meet a volunteer vet who helps animals in need around the world. He says it's taught him to love life, and accept people. Also: an 88 year old foster dad; the joy of rare baby frogs; and why a pub gave away 300 pints.

» Rebuilding lives in DR Congo
08/02/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces stories from DR Congo, Israel, Ecuador, Malaysia and Germany. Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the ongoing conflict in the DR Congo. Amid the violence, a clinic in Goma is helping civilian casua...

» How Wired Magazine is Scooping the Competition. Plus, Whither the Democrats?
07/02/25 20:35 from On The Media
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has accessed sensitive information at the treasury and gutted the United States Agency for International Development. On this week’s On the Media, how a tech magazine scooped mainstream out...

» Judge blocks part of Trump's USAID freeze
07/02/25 20:14 from Global News
A US judge says he'll halt parts of Trump's attempt to dismantle USAID - the world's largest aid agency. Also; Ecuador chooses president against backdrop of gang violence, and the quest to map the world's seabeds.

» Top criminal court condemns US sanctions on officials
07/02/25 11:48 from Global News
The International Criminal Court has vowed to continue its work after Donald Trump imposed sanctions on its officials because it issued a war crimes arrest warrant against the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.

» A Day in the Park in Queens, New York
07/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
This week on Latino USA, we're sharing an episode from Code Switch.  We bring you a different kind of immigration coverage. We're telling a New York story: one that celebrates the beautiful, everyday life of the immigrant. Code Switch pr...

» Egypt warns over Israel's support for Trump's Gaza 'takeover' plan
06/02/25 20:46 from Global News
Egypt warns Israeli support for Donald Trump's proposal to displace Palestinians from Gaza threatens the ceasefire. Also: the earthquake crisis in Santorini, and the "Kerrygold rush" that’s created millionaire farmers.

» Warmest January on record puzzles climate scientists
06/02/25 11:43 from Global News
Last month was ‘warmest January on record’; Also Donald Trump says no US troops would be needed to take over Gaza, and selfie-taking officially now one of world's most dangerous activities.

» UN Secretary-General warns US against 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza
05/02/25 20:59 from Global News
UN Secretary-General warns US against ethnic cleansing in Gaza, after President Trump proposes taking ownership of the territory. Also: rebels capture mining town in DR Congo, and how often should you wash your clothes?

» Trump says US to 'takeover' and 'own' Gaza
05/02/25 11:25 from Global News
President Trump says the US to 'takeover' Gaza. His comments have caused anger and dismay across the region and beyond. Also: the first glimpse inside a burnt scroll after 2,000 years.

» Musk's Meddling in European Politics
05/02/25 04:00 from On The Media
According to the Financial Times, 225 out of Musk’s 616 tweets and retweets in the first week of January were about UK politics. Meanwhile, Musk has praised the prime minister of Italy, far-right politician Giorgia Meloni, describing her...

» Trump and Netanyahu meet at the White House
04/02/25 21:05 from Global News
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu has met Donald Trump at the White House, the first foreign leader to visit in the US president's second term. Also: scientists in Spain work to save olive trees from a deadly bacterium.

» China hits back against US tariffs
04/02/25 12:13 from Global News
China has pledged to impose tariffs on some US imports in response to American import taxes on its products. Also: Swedish police investigate a school shooting, and scientists are monitoring Antarctic krill from space.

» Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico
03/02/25 21:11 from Global News
The US President Donald Trump agrees to postpone the imposition of 25% import tariffs on Canada and Mexico for thirty days, after they agree to strengthen borders. Also: the asteroid that could collide with the Earth.

» US demands Panama 'reduce China's influence' over canal
02/02/25 20:45 from Global News
US Secretary of State Rubio tells Panama it must 'reduce China's influence' over the canal. Also: Netanyahu and Trump to discuss the ceasefire, and why Bill Gates thinks he would be diagnosed as neurodiverse nowadays.

» AOC: 'I’m Not Going to Give Them My Fear'
02/02/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Amid the chaos generated by Donald Trump’s first days back in the White House,  Maria Hinojosa sits down with someone who has sounded off on the former and current president for years: New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. AOC...

» Ukraine: 'Moscow bombs boarding school'
01/02/25 20:26 from Global News
President Zelensky has accused Moscow of bombing a school in Ukrainian-occupied Russia killing four and injuring dozens. Also: the Taliban takes over Afghanistan's only luxury hotel, and the romance of the orchid.

» The Happy Pod: From security guard to sculptor at the Met Museum
01/02/25 09:56 from Global News
We meet security guard Armia Khalil, whose kindness to a visitor led to his sculpture being exhibited at New York's Met Museum. Also: new hope for Parkinson's; beer that's good for you; and Bhutan welcomes Ed Sheeran.

» Donald Trump’s Rapid Start
01/02/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from the US, Mexico, Bangladesh, Guatemala and Malaysia Donald Trump marked his return to the White House with a deluge of executive orders and announcements, which included an immigration crackdown, ending fed...

» Is That Legal? Plus, DeepSeek and the A.I. Bubble.
31/01/25 20:37 from On The Media
 President Donald Trump has signed dozens of executive orders since returning to office. On this week’s On the Media, how the directives are butting heads with existing laws. Plus, what the DeepSeek saga reveals about American A.I. [01:0...

» Trump implements threatened tariffs
31/01/25 20:31 from Global News
President Trump is introducing tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China from today. Also: a freed Israeli hostage says she was held in a UN facility in Gaza, and the benefit of scratching an itch.

» 'Mexicans Don’t Play Basketball'
31/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
In 1939, a Mexican-American high school basketball team shocked the world. Basketball, at the time, was considered a white man's game. Until Lanier High School, with their all Mexican-American basketball team, won the 1939 San Antonio ci...

» Trump blames diversity policies for US air crash
30/01/25 20:51 from Global News
President Trump claims that the air collision was caused by diversity policies. Investigators say they will be looking at facts. Also: the singer and actor, and icon of the swinging sixties, Marianne Faithfull has died.

» US air crash: 64 feared dead
30/01/25 12:13 from Global News
US authorities say no survivors are expected after a military helicopter hit a passenger jet in Washington. Also: An Israeli soldier is among eight hostages freed from captivity in Gaza, and is F1 returning to Africa?

» US senators question Robert F Kennedy Jr at heated confirmation hearing
29/01/25 21:07 from Global News
President Trump's nominee for health secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has faced tough questioning at his first confirmation hearing in the US Senate. Also: scientists say asteroid Bennu contains building blocks of life.

» Brooke Talks AI With Ed Zitron
29/01/25 19:38 from On The Media
When OpenAI launched ChatGPT in November 2022, all the big tech firms were clamoring to make their own versions of the “intelligent” chatbot. Billions of dollars have been thrown into the technology – training the models, creating more a...

» At least 30 dead in India festival crush
29/01/25 11:49 from Global News
At least 30 people killed in a crush at the Kumbh Mela in India, the world's biggest religious gathering. Also: Congo shuns peace talks, Mexico braces for mass return of migrants, and the rise of "grief apps".

» US judge temporarily blocks Trump's freeze on federal funding
28/01/25 21:17 from Global News
A US judge has paused the enforcement of a sweeping White House order freezing federal grants and loans. Also: Israel says Netanyahu invited to meet Trump at White House next week, and should we all sleep like a caveman?

» President Trump: Your questions answered
28/01/25 15:07 from Global News
Our BBC North America correspondents answer your questions about President Donald Trump's first week in office, and his future plans for the United States.

» Jordanian helicopters begin flying in aid to Gaza
28/01/25 11:16 from Global News
Jordanian helicopters begin flying in aid to Gaza. Also: UN says hospitals in Goma in eastern Congo are struggling to cope after advance by M23 rebels, and 40 years on the computer game Tetris is still going strong.

» Nvidia shares sink as Chinese AI app spooks markets
27/01/25 20:39 from Global News
The US chipmaker Nvidia has suffered the biggest single-day loss in US market history, as investors respond to the development of a low-cost AI chatbot by a Chinese company. Also: the diplomacy of renaming a submarine.

» Thousands flee as rebels close in on key DR Congo city
26/01/25 20:53 from Global News
UN Secretary General António Guterres has called on Rwanda to withdraw its forces from DR Congo's territory and on the M23 rebel group to stop advancing on Goma. Also: how a random text message ended happily ever after.

» Understanding 'LatinoLand' With Marie Arana
26/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
“Latinos are not a monolith” is something we hear whenever politicians want to court Latino voters, and no one understands the nuances of this community quite like journalist and author Marie Arana. She’s the author of “LatinoLand: A Por...

» Four Israeli hostages and 200 Palestinian prisoners released in Gaza deal
25/01/25 19:34 from Global News
Emotional scenes as Israelis and Palestinians are reunited with their families. Also: 13 peacekeeping troops are killed in eastern DR Congo. And a drone strike on a hospital in Sudan reportedly kills nearly 70 people.

» The Happy Pod: Meet the world's internet dad
25/01/25 09:10 from Global News
Meet the man behind the YouTube channel 'Dad, How Do I?'. He teaches his millions of subscribers how to do everyday tasks. Also: the man in Uganda who is changing lives through chess; and the flower causing a stink.

» Israel, Gaza and the ceasefire
25/01/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie present stories from Israel and Gaza, Syria, Denmark, Spain and Poland. After a faltering start, the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect last Sunday. Fergal Keane has been reporting on the conflict from the outs...

» Week One of Trump 2.0
24/01/25 20:41 from On The Media
President Donald Trump’s second term began with a flurry of executive orders and press. On this week’s On the Media, how to navigate the onslaught of news. Plus, executives at major outlets are telling reporters to tone down coverage of ...

» Putin 'ready' to discuss Ukraine war with Trump
24/01/25 20:28 from Global News
Vladimir Putin has said he's ready to discuss an end to the Ukraine war with Donald Trump. Also: new sensations for a quadriplegic man with a robotic arm, and the strange sounds coming from Georgia's bus ticket machines.

» BBC investigates deadliest single Israeli attack in recent conflict with Hezbollah
24/01/25 11:17 from Global News
A BBC investigation into an Israeli attack in Lebanon finds evidence that almost all those killed were civilians. Also: a court in Pakistan orders a popular social media personality to publish videos on animal rights.

» A Vengeful Return
24/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, signing sweeping executive orders targeting climate, trans rights and immigrants. We hear reactions from a diverse range of those affected, including a Venezuelan...

» $7.4bn settlement over painkiller that fuelled US opioid crisis
23/01/25 19:39 from Global News
US states reach a $7.4bn settlement with the makers of OxyContin, a painkiller that fuelled a nationwide opioid epidemic. Also: President Trump tells international businesses to move to the US or face big tariffs.

» Trump threatens Russia with sanctions
22/01/25 20:27 from Global News
Donald Trump urges President Putin to end the 'ridiculous' war in Ukraine or face tough US economic action. Also: a new wildfire flares up near Los Angeles, and are footballers much smarter than we thought?

» Rupert Murdoch newspaper group offers full apology for intrusion into Prince Harry's private life
22/01/25 11:24 from Global News
Rupert Murdoch’s newspaper group offers full apology for intrusion into Prince Harry's private life – and agrees to pay substantial damages. The move, by the owners of The Sun tabloid, ends a long-running legal battle.

» Wars Are Won By Stories
22/01/25 04:00 from On The Media
We are living in history all of the time. Nevertheless, there are some times that seem more historical than usual. Like now, when academics and artists and even librarians have come under attack. We mention this particular sign of these ...

» Trump announces multi-billion dollar AI programme
21/01/25 20:06 from Global News
President Trump has announced a multi-billion dollar programme for artificial intelligence infrastructure. Also: arrests for Turkish fire which killed at least 76 people, and the new robotic glove teaching piano playing.

» Extreme weather special
21/01/25 01:00 from Global News
We find out about the extreme weather events that are happening around the world. We speak to experts from the weather, climate, tech, and disinformation teams to ask how we can better predict and possibly prevent them. Image: A table an...

» Donald Trump begins second term as US president
20/01/25 19:42 from Global News
We assess President Trump's promises on his first day back in office and what it means for the rest of the world. Also: who will govern Gaza after ceasefire and first study into how weight loss drugs affect the body.

» US inauguration special
20/01/25 15:22 from Global News
Donald Trump returns as 47th US president.

» Washington gears up for Trump inauguration
20/01/25 11:16 from Global News
Crowds brave freezing cold ahead of Trump's inauguration. He's promised to sign dozens of executive orders on his first day to push through his radical agenda. Also: the Gaza ceasefire is holding into a second day.

» Three Israeli hostages 'stable' after being freed
19/01/25 20:38 from Global News
The first three Israeli hostages freed by Hamas under the Gaza ceasefire deal have reunited with their families in hospital in Tel Aviv. Also: TikTok restores service in US after Trump pledge.

» Gaza special: Three freed hostages back in Israel
19/01/25 13:35 from Global News
Three freed hostages - Doron Steinbrecher, 31, UK-Israeli Emily Damari, 28, and Romi Gonen, 24 - have been returned to Israel. 90 Palestinian prisoners are also due to be released by Israel.

» LA on Fire and in Solidarity
19/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
This week on Latino USA, listen to those directly impacted by the devastating wildfires across Los Angeles County, where at least 25 people have died, thousands were displaced, and communities completely destroyed. Guest host Fernanda Ec...

» Netanyahu issues warning ahead of Gaza ceasefire
18/01/25 20:23 from Global News
Israel's PM says his country is ready to go back to war in Gaza, if negotiators for a 2nd phase of the ceasefire deal with Hamas collapses. Also: two Iranian supreme court judges shot dead, and what is dark oxygen?

» Escaping the LA Fires
18/01/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces stories from Los Angeles, Cambodia, Argentina, Nigeria and Washington DC. The Los Angeles wild fires have left thousands of people homeless, and caused damage costing billions of dollars. Among those Angelenos who na...

» Israeli government approves Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal
17/01/25 20:00 from Global News
Israel’s cabinet has given its final approval to a Gaza ceasefire deal, despite some ministers’ opposition. It will begin on Sunday with a hostage-for-prisoner exchange. Also: The US Supreme Court upholds a ban on TikTok.

» Farewell TikTok? Plus, the Role of Memory and Forgetting with the L.A. Wildfires.
17/01/25 18:53 from On The Media
The Supreme Court has upheld a ban on TikTok. On this week’s On the Media, hear how the ruling could affect other media companies, and where TikTokers are going next. Plus, California’s latest wildfires are devastating, but they’re not u...

» Indigenous Science With Jessica Hernandez
17/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
As a Zapotec and Maya Ch’orti’ environmental scientist, Dr. Jessica Hernandez has always found academia to be a hostile place. She had looked forward to sharing what she learned from her grandmother and father about nature as an undergra...

» Israel delays vote to approve Gaza ceasefire deal
16/01/25 19:44 from Global News
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, accusing Hamas of seeking last-minute changes to the agreement.

» Last minute hitch in Gaza ceasefire deal
16/01/25 11:22 from Global News
Vote by Israeli cabinet on Gaza ceasefire delayed, as Israel continues to carry out strikes; S Korea's arrested president refuses to take part in more questioning, and Pakistan’s national airline accused of bad taste.

» Celebrations and relief over Gaza ceasefire deal
15/01/25 20:28 from Global News
Israelis and Gazans welcome the ceasefire but express concern it won't end the conflict. Also: Trump's secretary of state pick, Marco Rubio, stresses the US First agenda, and rethinking women's roles in ancient Britain.

» Gaza special: ceasefire and hostage deal agreed
15/01/25 16:48 from Global News
A Gaza ceasefire, which involves a full withdrawal of Israeli forces and the release of all the hostages, has been agreed by Israel and Hamas. The announcement was made by the PM of Qatar, which helped broker the deal.

» A Shake Up In The Briefing Room?
15/01/25 14:24 from On The Media
There have been hints dropped that the incoming administration intends to shake up the White House briefing room to potentially allow in more podcasters and outlets friendly to Trump. Whether or not it happens, the threats set the tone f...

» Talks between Israel and Hamas continue in Qatar
14/01/25 20:10 from Global News
Hopes remain high that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is very close. Also: South Korean investigators again try to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol; and why Starbucks says you can’t stay unless you pay.

» Signs of imminent ceasefire deal for Gaza
14/01/25 10:59 from Global News
Qatari mediators say major differences have been overcome in Gaza negotiations. Also: US Justice Department report says Donald Trump engaged in an unprecedented criminal effort to overturn his 2020 election defeat.

» Negotiators close to securing Gaza ceasefire deal - White House
13/01/25 21:02 from Global News
President Biden says a Gaza ceasefire deal is "on the brink" of coming to fruition. Also: Oliviero Toscani, Benetton's controversial photographer, dies aged 82, and a Scottish island finally celebrates New Year.

» China's trade booms amid threat of US tariffs
13/01/25 11:10 from Global News
China has reported its largest-ever annual trade surplus, amid Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs. Also, an investigation into the fast fashion giant Shein; and the millions taking part in Kumbh Mela in India.

» Zelensky offers exchange of North Korean soldiers
12/01/25 20:42 from Global News
The Ukrainian president says he is willing to hand over two captured North Korean soldiers in exchange for Ukrainian prisoners of war in Russia. Also: Kenya investigates the metal structure that fell from the skies.

» The Global Story: The fight for the Arctic
12/01/25 10:00 from Global News
Donald Trump has repeated his desire to control Greenland as a matter of national security, targeting Russian and Chinese interest in the Arctic. Competition is heating up over shipping routes and stores of natural resources. The Global ...

» Hombre: Understanding Latino Men ft. Chuck Rocha
12/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Much has been said about Latino men after the presidential election, but a lot of it lacks context. In order to deepen our understanding of Latino manhood and its influence in the United States at this moment, we are launching a new seri...

» Los Angeles firefighters battle to contain a large wildfire from spreading
11/01/25 20:45 from Global News
The authorities in Los Angeles say the strong winds that have spread wildfires over a wide area are likely to continue for several more days. Also: is A.I. dubbing the future for foreign-language dramas and films?

» The Happy Pod: The woman helping thousands of premature babies
11/01/25 10:10 from Global News
We meet a Texas woman whose donated breastmilk helped thousands of premature babies. Also: surviving thirteen days alone in Australia's mountains; a chess playing NBA star; and appealing for friends to tackle loneliness.

» The Israeli and Palestinian schism
11/01/25 08:01 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Israel and the Palestinian territories, South Korea, Canada and Finland. If and when a ceasefire deal is agreed between Israel and Hamas, it is likely to do little to mend the deepening mistrust between ma...

» Night-time curfew imposed in fire-hit areas of Los Angeles
10/01/25 20:51 from Global News
In Los Angeles, a night-time curfew has been imposed in areas impacted by the devastating wildfires, as police warn against looting. Also: a Stradivari violin heads to auction with an estimated $18m price tag.

» Public Broadcasting Is In Danger (Again)
10/01/25 19:33 from On The Media
NPR and PBS stations are bracing for war with the incoming Trump administration. On this week’s On the Media, the long history of efforts to save—and snuff out—public broadcasting. Plus, the role of public radio across the country, from ...

» 2024 warmest year on record
10/01/25 11:21 from Global News
EU scientists say 2024 was the warmest year on record, and the first to exceed the 1.5C global warming limit. Also: Los Angeles residents return to their burnt-out homes, and is time running out for TikTok?

» 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' on Screen
10/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Netflix has brought Gabriel García Márquez’s iconic novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" to life with a two-part limited series spanning over 16 hours of television. The Colombian masterpiece tells the multi-generational saga of the Bue...

» Venezuelan opposition leader emerges from hiding to lead protests
09/01/25 21:01 from Global News
The Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has emerged from hiding to lead anti-Maduro protests. Also: extracting what may be the world’s oldest Antarctic ice, and the etiquette of air kissing.

» Multiple wildfires raging in Los Angeles
09/01/25 11:11 from Global News
A crescent of flames looms over Los Angeles as wildfires burn. Firefighters manage to bring under control the blaze that had been threatening Hollywood. Also: the dangerous journey across the Darien Gap jungle.

» First deaths as wildfires wreak havoc in LA
08/01/25 19:48 from Global News
At least two people have died as wildfires rage uncontrolled in several parts of Los Angeles. President Biden has promised extra help. Also: Egypt hails possibly the greatest find since the discovery of Tutankhamun.

» Los Angeles wildfires force thousands from their homes
08/01/25 11:05 from Global News
Los Angeles' mayor says windstorms will worsen. Also: European nations warn borders must not be altered by force - after Trump threatens Greenland. And China steps up relief efforts for the earthquake in Tibet.

» How Trump Re-Wrote the History of January 6
08/01/25 04:00 from On The Media
In the aftermath of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in January 2021, politicians, pundits, and the American public condemned the violence—while many considered Donald Trump responsible for what had happened. In a few weeks, Trump wi...

» Trump's threats to seize Greenland and Panama Canal
07/01/25 20:20 from Global News
Donald Trump has threatened to seize Greenland and the Panama Canal. Also: the climber who spent an earthquake up Mount Everest, and the Italian residents who are banned from becoming seriously ill.

» Over 100 dead in earthquake in Tibet
07/01/25 11:29 from Global News
A big earthquake has killed more than 100 people in Tibet and wrecked the Buddhist holy city of Shigatse. Also: the French far-right leader Jean Marie Le Pen has died, and the weird and wonderful species under threat.

» Canada's PM Justin Trudeau resigns
06/01/25 20:42 from Global News
Canada's PM Justin Trudeau has resigned, citing 'internal battles' in his governing Liberal party. Also: the drink absinthe, once banned by governments and now rehabilitated, and what does silence sound like?

» South Korea: police refuse to arrest impeached President
06/01/25 10:55 from Global News
South Korea's political chaos worsens as police refuse to arrest the impeached President. Also: Russia says it has captured a key town in eastern Ukraine, and the wild cat that's come back from the brink of extinction.

» Millions hit by huge winter storm in US
05/01/25 21:23 from Global News
A state of emergency is declared across parts of the United States as a major winter storm brings chaos to road, air and train travel. Also: prisoners in a high security jail try to find redemption through singing.

» Nacho's Special
05/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Nachos: They’re one of the most popular snack foods in the United States, and the name is instantly recognizable worldwide. Bright yellow nacho cheese is now a staple at countless sports events and movie nights, serving as a flavor of no...

» Six-day state funeral for Jimmy Carter begins in Georgia
04/01/25 21:11 from Global News
A motorcade carrying the body of the former US president, Jimmy Carter, has arrived in Atlanta -- the capital of his home state, Georgia. He will lie in repose for a few days for the public to pay their respects.

» The Happy Pod: The professionals and tradespeople cleaning up Ghana
04/01/25 10:02 from Global News
Meet the Buz Stop Boys, a group of volunteers helping to clean the streets of Ghana. Also, the treehouse escape for people with chronic illnesses, and the Hawaiian crow which went extinct in 2002 returns to the wild. Presenter: Nick Mile...

» Mexico prepares for Trump 2.0
04/01/25 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces stories from Mexico, Lebanon, Liberia and Tanzania. Mexico's first woman president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is preparing for a potentially bumpy year, as Donald Trump returns to the White House with threats of tariffs and...

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