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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]

Episodes

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Ireland, Spain and Norway to recognise Palestinian state, Israel condemns move

22 May 2024
34m
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This podcast episode covers various global issues and events, including the recognition of Palestine by Norway, Ireland, and Spain, the funeral ceremony of late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the Russian encroachment in Ukraine, the resistance movement against the military junta in Myanmar, the rise of armed groups i...

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Passenger dies after severe turbulence on long haul flight

21 May 2024
29m
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This podcast episode explores various topics including the effect of war on bird migration patterns, the potential impact of climate change on turbulence in air travel, the allocation of funds to arm Ukraine, the ongoing criminal trial of Donald Trump, the violence and changes in Acapulco, the need for safe deployment ...

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Greek court throws out shipwreck trial

21 May 2024
31m
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This podcast episode explores various controversial issues from around the world. It discusses the controversies surrounding the case of nine Egyptian men held in custody in Greece and the allegations of dumping migrants in the desert by North African governments with the assistance of funding from the European Union. ...

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Netanyahu angrily rejects bid to arrest him over Gaza war

21 May 2024
31m
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This podcast episode explores various international events and issues, including the ICC's decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, the implications of the International Criminal Court's investigation into Israel, the reaction of the Iranian people to the death of President Ebrahim Raisi, the shrinking...

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Iran confirms death of President Raisi in helicopter crash

20 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics including the helicopter crash in Iran, the upcoming Iranian election succession, the International Criminal Court's request for arrest warrants, the inauguration of the new Taiwanese president, Beijing's views on Taiwan, President Zelensky's term in Ukraine, UnitedHealthca...

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Fate of Iran's President unclear after helicopter crash

19 May 2024
27m
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This podcast episode covers a range of international topics, including updates on a search and rescue operation for the president and his team, an attempted coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo, violent incidents targeting foreign students in Kyrgyzstan, commemorations in Italy for the Battle of Monte Cassino, prot...

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Israel minister threatens to quit over Gaza post-war plan

19 May 2024
31m
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This podcast episode discusses various global news topics including the tension within the Israeli government regarding the Gaza withdrawal, the challenges in distributing humanitarian aid in Gaza, the political situation in Georgia and Ukraine, eco-acoustic surveys in Costa Rica, the ongoing search for justice in Sri ...

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The Happy Pod: Punching a crocodile to save her sister

18 May 2024
27m
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This podcast episode explores a series of inspiring and heartwarming stories, showcasing bravery, resilience, and the power of human connection. It begins with the incredible story of Georgia Laurie, who risked her life to save her twin sister from a crocodile attack in Mexico. The bond between the sisters and Georgia'...

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Israel's army says the bodies of three hostages have been recovered from Gaza

17 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode covers various global news topics, ranging from the recovery of Israeli hostages in Gaza to the ongoing fighting in Ukraine, the struggles faced by the Cuban sugar industry, and the investigation into a mass wedding involving underage girls in Nigeria. It also discusses concerns about spice exports...

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Israel tells UN court claims of genocide are distortion of facts

17 May 2024
34m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics including Israel's defense of its military campaign in Gaza at the United Nations, the property crisis in China, an interview with Taiwan's President Tsai, the construction of the pyramids in Egypt, the Vatican's guidelines on supernatural phenomena, the political crisis in...

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The US again urges Israel to allow humanitarian access into Gaza

16 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode explores various topics, including the significance of aid via land crossings for Gaza, potential fines on social media companies, the current state of the US economy and its challenges with inflation, controversial speeches by a Super Bowl winning American footballer and a ship crew stuck onboard,...

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China rolls out red carpet for Putin

16 May 2024
27m
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This podcast episode covers various global events and issues, including the relationship between China and Russia amidst the war in Ukraine, the assassination attempt on Slovakia's Prime Minister, a controversial redevelopment plan in Serbia involving Jared Kushner, the inflation crisis in Nigeria, the potential for AI...

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Slovak PM Robert Fico is in a critical condition after assassination attempt

16 May 2024
33m
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This podcast episode covers various topics including a shooting incident in Slovakia, the impact of fake news on polarization in politics, political developments in the Netherlands and concerns about the post-war governance of the Gaza Strip, Elton John and David Furnish's collection of photographs and their emotional ...

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Ukraine war: Zelensky cancels upcoming foreign trips

15 May 2024
31m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics including Ukraine's response to Russian aggression, a prison van ambush in France, wildfires in Canada, the swearing-in of a new Prime Minister of Singapore, the misconceptions of a healthy weight, potential criminal charges against Boeing, the ongoing conflict in Sudan's D...

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Protests continue in Georgia after parliament approves controversial 'foreign agent' law

14 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics including ongoing mass protests in Georgia against a contentious law, the ambition of autocrats such as Vladimir Putin and the struggle faced by Ukrainian forces, President Biden's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese products, climate change and the need for political act...

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Blinken: US weapons funding will help Ukraine fight Russia

14 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode discusses various topics, including geopolitical issues in Ukraine and Georgia, political protests, the impact of climate change, illegal timber trade in Mozambique, technological advancements in conversational companions, and the story of a brave woman who saved her sister from a crocodile attack....

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Donald Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen testifies at former president's criminal trial

13 May 2024
30m
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This podcast episode covers a range of topics starting with the detailed testimony of Michael Cohen in court, linking Donald Trump to his actions and revealing Trump's intent to defraud. It then moves on to discuss the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing the war of attrition and the role of recruit...

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Riot police face off against protesters in Tbilisi

13 May 2024
29m
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This podcast episode touches upon various global events and issues. It discusses the ongoing protests in Georgia against repressive legislation, the intensifying fighting in Vovchansk, Ukraine, and the targeting of dissidents by China's secret police. It also explores the impact of internet use on well-being, the confl...

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Russian reshuffle: Putin replaces defence minister

12 May 2024
28m
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This podcast episode explores various topics ranging from changes in the Kremlin hierarchy to military operations in Ukraine and Gaza, as well as political shifts in Catalonia and Tunisia. It also delves into environmental challenges in Canada and wine production in Australia. The episode concludes with discussions on ...

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EU condemns Israel’s Rafah evacuation orders

12 May 2024
28m
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This podcast episode explores various topics including the humanitarian crisis in Rafah, the Eurovision Song Contest controversies, mass protests in Tbilisi against draft legislation, the crisis of violence against women in Australia, personal stories of resilience, and a commercial advertisement for the Eufy VideoLock...

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