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Global News Podcast

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: [email protected]

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Ceasefire in Lebanon begins

17 Apr 2026
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Israel and Lebanon have entered a 10-day ceasefire following intense international pressure, marking a potential shift in the long-standing conflict. While the truce aims to facilitate negotiations, skepticism remains high among northern Israeli residents and Hezbollah officials regarding the agreement's long-term viab...

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Pope Leo: 'world ravaged by handful of tyrants'

16 Apr 2026
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Global tensions escalate as Pope Leo condemns world leaders for fueling conflicts, a stance drawing sharp criticism from the Trump administration. Simultaneously, the conflict in the Middle East intensifies with Israel’s ongoing military operations in southern Lebanon, where the systematic destruction of infrastructure...

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BBC in Iran as mediation efforts continue

16 Apr 2026
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Global tensions remain high as the United States and Iran explore potential peace talks following recent military conflicts, with Pakistan serving as a key mediator. While the White House expresses optimism, the U.S. continues to exert economic pressure through financial sanctions and oil blockades. Simultaneously, Aus...

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Iran warns it will block Gulf and Red Sea

15 Apr 2026
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Global tensions remain high as Iran threatens to block trade routes in response to ongoing United States sanctions, while diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire and nuclear agreement continue through Pakistani mediation. Simultaneously, a surge in violence in southern Turkey has left at least four dead following a sc...

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Three years of war in Sudan

15 Apr 2026
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Sudan faces a deepening humanitarian catastrophe as the civil war enters its third year, with journalists reporting apocalyptic conditions and mass displacement in besieged cities like Al-Fasher. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to stabilize U.S.-Iran relations remain deadlocked despite potential talks, complicated by ong...

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China calls US blockade of Iranian ports 'dangerous'

14 Apr 2026
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Global tensions are escalating as China condemns the US blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, labeling the move dangerous and counterproductive to regional stability. Despite the blockade, ship-tracking data confirms that Iran-linked vessels continue to transit the region, highlighting a high-stakes stando...

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US Vice President suggests talks with Iran could resume

14 Apr 2026
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Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated as the U.S. enforces a blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of diplomatic talks in Islamabad. Vice President JD Vance characterizes Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz as economic terrorism, demanding the removal of enriched nuclear material as a...

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Pope: 'I will not debate war with Trump'

13 Apr 2026
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Tensions between the Trump administration and Pope Leo have escalated following the Pope’s vocal opposition to US immigration policies and the threat of war in Iran. While the Pope emphasizes his commitment to peace and multilateral dialogue, the US government has responded with personal attacks and a naval blockade of...

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Péter Magyar wins the Hungarian election by a landslide

13 Apr 2026
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Péter Magyar has secured a landslide victory in Hungary’s national election, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year tenure and signaling a significant shift in the country's political trajectory. This transition promises to alter Hungary’s relationship with the European Union and Russia, potentially removing a key obstacle to f...

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The Global Story: The medications that can trigger sex and gambling addictions

12 Apr 2026
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Dopamine agonists, medications widely prescribed for conditions ranging from Parkinson’s disease to depression, can trigger severe, life-altering impulsive behaviors in a significant number of patients. BBC investigations correspondent Noel Titheradge reports that these drugs, which boost dopamine activity to improve m...

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'Historic' US Iran talks end without deal

12 Apr 2026
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The Global News Podcast delivers updates on several international stories. Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Pakistan regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions have stalled, with the U.S. demanding a commitment that Iran will not seek nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has not been succ...

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The Happy Pod: From a small town, to the moon

11 Apr 2026
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This episode of The Happy Pod highlights uplifting stories from around the world. It begins with the Artemis II mission, exploring the excitement in astronaut Jeremy Hansen's hometown and featuring insights from former NASA astronauts on the mission's significance. The podcast then shifts to a garden designed to suppor...

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Artemis II splashdown

11 Apr 2026
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The podcast delivers global news updates, covering topics from the Artemis II moon mission's successful return to Earth to high-stakes negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad. Pallab Ghosh, the science correspondent, highlights the flawless nature of the Artemis II mission, while also noting potential delay...

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JD Vance heads to Pakistan for talks with Iran

10 Apr 2026
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Tensions in the Middle East and European political shifts dominate this Global News Podcast. The US Vice President heads to Pakistan for talks with Iran amidst a shaky ceasefire, while Israel and Lebanon consider direct talks despite ongoing attacks. China's president emphasizes the inevitability of reunification with ...

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Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon

10 Apr 2026
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The podcast covers several global news stories, starting with the shaky ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, focusing on ongoing tensions and attacks, particularly involving Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. It examines the potential pressure from the White House on Netanyahu to engage in peace talks and the diff...

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Iran: Attacks on Lebanon are 'grave violation'

09 Apr 2026
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Tensions in the Middle East dominate this news podcast, focusing on the fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel and the potential for renewed conflict. The Iranian president insists that negotiations with the U.S. are pointless if Israel continues attacking Lebanon, while Israel pledges to strike Hezbollah targets. T...

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US-Iran ceasefire under strain

09 Apr 2026
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Tensions in the Middle East dominate this news podcast, focusing on the fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US, brokered by Pakistan. The agreement is threatened by Israel's ongoing strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, which Israel claims are outside the ceasefire's scope, a point disputed by Iran and Pakistan. Cor...

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Hegseth claims 'historic battlefield victory' over Iran

08 Apr 2026
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The podcast examines the implications of the ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, focusing on the contrasting narratives presented by both nations regarding the outcome of the conflict. It highlights the economic consequences, including the initial drop in oil prices and stock market recovery, alongside conce...

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The US, Israel and Iran announce two-week ceasefire

08 Apr 2026
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The podcast leads with the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, brokered with Pakistani mediation, focusing on the conditions attached by each side, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Tom Bateman provides an analysis of the 10-point plan proposed by Iran, which includes ...

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Trump warns Iran 'whole civilisation will die tonight'

07 Apr 2026
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Tensions surrounding Iran escalate as President Trump issues stark warnings, threatening severe consequences if the Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened, while Israel intensifies attacks on Iranian infrastructure. The podcast highlights the potential motivations behind Trump's rhetoric, suggesting attempts to manipulate mar...

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