This BBC World Service news podcast covers several global events. The podcast begins with reports on new US tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China, highlighting potential economic ramifications and industry impacts (e.g., a potential $3,000 increase in car prices). It then discusses the impact of these tariffs on Chinese businesses, noting the relocation of production to countries like Cambodia. Further segments cover the situation in Ukraine, focusing on the Trump administration's foreign aid freeze and its implications, and the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Finally, the podcast includes a report on a hostage released in Gaza, who alleges being held in UNRWA facilities, and a segment on the science behind why scratching an itch feels good.
