» 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 -...
» ‘I forgive them for what they’ve done’: Esther Ghey on life after the murder of daughter Brianna – podcast
22/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Two years ago, transgender teenager Brianna Ghey was stabbed to death by two 15-year-olds. The killers had been radicalised on the dark web, while the victim was trapped in an online world of her own. Now her mother has become friends wi...
» 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...
» Father of released Israeli hostage says ceasefire deal needs to move forward
21/02/25 18:16 from Newshour
The Israeli prime minister has accused Hamas of a cruel and evil violation of the ceasefire in Gaza, after forensic testing revealed the body returned from Gaza on Thursday was not that of the Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas. We hear from Jo...
» 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.
» Body returned 'not hostage', Israeli military says
21/02/25 11:07 from Newshour
Israel has accused Hamas of violating the ceasefire deal after forensic testing revealed the body returned from Gaza on Thursday was not that of Shiri Bibas. The three other bodies handed over have been identified as her sons, Ariel and ...
» Introducing Back to Back Barries - a new politics podcast from Guardian Australia
21/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The election is right around the corner and politicians are hitting the campaign trail – but what are they really up to? Guardian Australia’s new podcast Back to Back Barries will examine the strategies behind the campaigns in the 2025 f...
» 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...
» The mysterious novelist who foresaw Putin’s Russia – and then came to symbolise its moral decay – podcast
21/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Victor Pelevin made his name in 90s Russia with scathing satires of authoritarianism. But while his literary peers have faced censorship and fled the country, he still sells millions. Has he become a Kremlin apologist? By Sophie Pinkham....
» A German election road trip with the far right on the up - podcast
20/02/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Today in Focus presenter Helen Pidd hits the road in Germany before Sunday’s federal elections, talking to voters across the country about the rise of the far right This Sunday, millions of Germans will head to the polls to vote in the 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.
» Zelensky and US Ukraine envoy's news conference cancelled
20/02/25 18:16 from Newshour
The news conference with General Keith Kellogg and President Volodymyr Zelensky was due to take place in Kyiv, where they met on Thursday; the cancellation followed a heated exchange between the Ukrainian leader and President Trump. Also...
» Trump brings Russia in from the cold, but at what cost to Ukraine? – podcast
20/02/25 15:11 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
In a matter of days, Donald Trump completed the most radical shift in US foreign policy in decades, bringing Putin back into the fold while sidelining Europe. He claims to have brought the end of the war in Ukraine in sight, but with Vol...
» Mbappé sparkles as Manchester City fail the Real Madrid test – Football Weekly
20/02/25 13:17 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon look back on Manchester City’s limp Champions League exit in Madrid and the rest of the playoffs Rate, review, and share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboo...
» 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
» Hamas hands over first dead hostages
20/02/25 11:27 from Newshour
Forensic medical experts in Tel Aviv are trying to confirm the identities and cause of death of four Israeli hostages handed over by Hamas. It is the first time Hamas has returned captives dead since the ceasefire began last month, The b...
» Newsroom edition: covering acts of hate in polarised times - podcast
20/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Acts of hate, antisemitism, as well as Islamophobia, are on the rise. For months, the Coalition has accused the Albanese government of making the country less safe for Jewish people. The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils has writ...
» Singing mice, constipated kids and nurture beats nature: science stories of the week – podcast
20/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Science editor Ian Sample joins co-host Madeleine Finlay to discuss some of the most intriguing science stories of the week. From a concerning rise in hospital diagnoses of constipation in children, to research suggesting that the enviro...
» What role could the UK play in ending the Ukraine war? – Politics Weekly
20/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Donald Trump’s plans to end the war in Ukraine have taken centre stage this week. But, with Ukraine excluded from US-Russia talks, could they really accept what might be on offer? And what role will the UK and Europe play?John Harris hea...
» On the ground in a new Lebanon – podcast
19/02/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Israel’s war has left many Lebanese people contemplating what once seemed unimaginable: is Hezbollah finished? Michael Safi reports from Beirut Michael Safi was in Lebanon in the summer, when it was on the brink of war between Israel and...
» 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.
» Zelensky says Trump is living in a Russian ‘disinformation space’
19/02/25 11:14 from Newshour
President Volodymyr Zelensky has hit back at US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Ukraine started the war and that his popularity ratings are low. In forthright comments from a former close US ally, Mr Zelensky said Mr Trump was t...
» Zelensky says Trump 'living in disinformation space' created by Russia
19/02/25 10:27 from Global News
President Zelensky says Donald Trump is trapped in a disinformation space created by Russia. He was responding to scathing comments from the US president. Also- the fate of Rihanna's partner A$AP Rocky after his trial.
» Celtic’s heartbreak at Bayern and Champions League playoff chaos: Football Weekly - podcast
19/02/25 10:11 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson, Nick Ames, Ewan Murray and Jim Burke to discuss the latest Champions League playoff games, Everton’s new ground and much more Rate, review, and share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud...
» Dancing with the teals: are we heading to a minority government? - podcast
19/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Predictions of an election announcement by Anthony Albanese are reaching fever pitch after the RBA announced a cut in interest rates. Many had forecast this would prompt him to name a date, but the decision is not a guaranteed win for La...
» 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 ...
» From the archive: Was it inevitable? A short history of Russia’s war on Ukraine – podcast
19/02/25 01:00 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 2022: To understand the tragedy of this war, it is worth going back beyond the last...
» Will British troops be sent to Ukraine? – podcast
18/02/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Keir Starmer says he is willing to deploy British forces to Ukraine as part of a peace agreement. But are they prepared? Dan Sabbagh reports ‘Europe must play its role,’ Keir Starmer said on Monday after a meeting of European leaders in ...
» 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?
» Guardian Essential report: how do you make voters care about policy? – Australian Politics podcast
18/02/25 19:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Guardian Australia’s political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy and Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis discuss the mood of voters and look at the challenges of running a successful election campaign in the era of Trump Read more: ...
» US and Russia agree to work on ending the war in Ukraine
18/02/25 18:09 from Newshour
Diplomats from Moscow and Washington agree to press ahead with negotiations to end Russia’s war in Ukraine. The talks, which are taking place in Saudi Arabia, are underscored by the absence of any Ukrainian representative. We talk about ...
» Russia and US hold high-level talks over Ukraine war
18/02/25 11:32 from Global News
Senior Moscow and Washington diplomats hold their first meeting since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Also: Pope Francis cancels engagements due to hospital stay, and the new Scottish tartan - with a dark past.
» Russia and the US meet in Riyadh
18/02/25 11:10 from Newshour
The US and Russia have met in Saudi Arabia to begin negotiations on ending the Ukraine war. The high level meeting, led by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov, was the first since Moscow's full-sc...
» US-Russia talks in Riyadh on Ukraine war
18/02/25 11:10 from Newshour
The US and Russia have met in Saudi Arabia to begin negotiations on ending the Ukraine war. The high level meeting, led by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov, was the first since Moscow's full-sc...
» North London is red again as WSL’s top four all win: Women’s Football Weekly - podcast
18/02/25 10:48 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Marva Kreel and Jamie Spangher to discuss Arsenal’s derby rout, Bunny Shaw’s emphatic return for Manchester City, and Chelsea’s late show against Everton On the podcast today: the panel review the...
» Who pays for our politics and what do they want? – podcast
18/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Laws on political donations, often seen as the murky underbelly of politics, are getting a rewrite. Labor – with the help of the Coalition – has brought in new legislation but some of the changes have infuriated the crossbench. Reged Ahm...
» Who pays for our politics and what do they want? - podcast
18/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Laws on political donations, often seen as the murky underbelly of politics, are getting a rewrite. Labor – with the help of the Coalition – has brought in new legislation but some of the changes have infuriated the crossbench. Reged Ahm...
» S9, Ep1: Gary Kemp, musician
18/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Songwriter, musician and actor, best known as a heartthrob in one of the biggest bands of the 1980s, Gary Kemp joins Grace for a brand new helping of Comfort Eating. Longtime Spandau Ballet fan Grace hears about the good old days: how Ga...
» Should we ban cats? – podcast
18/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The Scottish first minister, John Swinney, was recently forced to deny plans to ban cats after a report from independent experts said the species was a threat to Scotland’s wildlife. In the UK, it is estimated that cats kill or bring hom...
» How Trump left Ukraine and Europe reeling - podcast
17/02/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The Guardian’s central and eastern Europe correspondent, Shaun Walker, talks through a seismic week, as the president sidelined Kyiv and other European capitals from negotiations on the ending the war and then called into question the fu...
» 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.
» European leaders say they are united on security of the continent
17/02/25 18:13 from Newshour
Today, Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in Riyadh ahead of Russia talks . Simultaneously, European leaders have met in Paris, to discuss Ukraine and defence spending. We hear f...
» European leaders hold emergency summit on Ukraine
17/02/25 12:30 from Newshour
European leaders hold an emergency summit on Ukraine, as direct talks get under way between the US and Russia. The Russian foreign minister says Europe should mind its own business. Also in the programme: as the US Secretary of State tri...
» Russia says no role for Europe in Ukraine peace talks
17/02/25 11:10 from Global News
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says there’s no role for Europe in Ukraine peace talks as he heads to Saudi Arabia for talks with the US. Meanwhile, European leaders hold an emergency summit in Paris.
» Spurs stumble past United and Liverpool keep on keeping on: Football Weekly - podcast
17/02/25 10:37 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning , Will Unwin and Seb Hutchinson to discuss all the weekend’s Premier League games Rate, review, and share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitcher , and join th...
» Lorena Allam on why we still haven’t closed the gap - podcast
17/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Since the failure of the voice referendum, the government has been very quiet when it comes to Indigenous affairs. But the prime minister has given an update on what he plans to do next to close the gap on outcomes between Indigenous and...
» The loudest megaphone: how Trump mastered our new attention age – podcast
17/02/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The old model of political debate is over, and spectacle beats argument every time. How did we get here? By Chris Hayes. Read by Adam Sims Continue reading...
» The man with Elon Musk’s chip in his brain – podcast
16/02/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
When Noland Arbaugh was left paralysed he signed up for an implant created by Musk’s Neuralink company that would allow his mind to directly interact with computers. Jenny Kleeman reports Noland Arbaugh was a 22-year-old student when an ...
» 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.
» US and Russia preparing for peace talks in Saudi Arabia
16/02/25 19:13 from Newshour
US and Russian negotiators are planning to meet for discussions in Saudi Arabia next week about the war in Ukraine. The US envoy to Russia-Ukraine suggested yesterday that Europe would not be involved in peace talks. We speak to a Europe...
» US envoy to meet Russian officials for Ukraine talks
16/02/25 10:36 from Newshour
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to meet Russian officials in Saudi Arabia in the coming days for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. European states concerned about being sidelined are to hold an emergency summit on Monday....
» Greg Jericho on why it’s time for a rate cut – podcast
16/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Tomorrow the governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia will announce their first – and highly anticipated – decision on interest rates for the year. Chief economist at the Australia Institute and Guardian columnist Greg Jericho tells Nou...
» Greg Jericho on why it’s time for a rate cut - podcast
16/02/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
On Tuesday the governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia will announce the board’s first – and highly anticipated – decision on interest rates for the year. Chief economist at the Australia Institute and Guardian columnist Greg Jericho t...
» The Global Story: Antibiotics - A casualty of war?
16/02/25 10:00 from Global News
Antimicrobial drugs like antibiotics have saved countless lives and transformed the health of humanity. Some of the greatest advances in the development of these drugs have been forged in wartime. But now those same wars threaten the pro...
» 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?
» US envoy says Europe will not be part of Ukraine peace talks
15/02/25 19:06 from Newshour
During the second day of the Munich Security Conference in Germany, there’s been debate about President Zelensky’s proposal that Europe should create its own army. We get a response from a European defence minister. Also in the programme...
» Zelensky says time has come for European army
15/02/25 10:25 from Newshour
The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has said that Europe can no longer depend on the United States for military support. We hear from Europe's top foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas. Also on the programme: Hamas has released anot...
» 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.
» Sudan fighters accused of storming famine-hit camp
12/02/25 11:23 from Global News
The paramilitary RSF reported to have stormed Sudan's largest displacement camp. Also: oil clean-up 'scam' warnings ignored by Shell, whistleblower tells BBC, and the beavers who rescued a stalled conservation project.
» 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.
» The Global Story: Syria's illegal drug empire
09/02/25 10:00 from Global News
Ousted President Bashar al-Assad has been linked to Syria’s multi-billion dollar Captagon trade. Rebel leaders vow to end it—but what will it take to break the country's link to the drug?
» 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.
» EU leaders warn of retaliation if Trump imposes tariffs
03/02/25 11:47 from Global News
EU leaders warn of retaliation and stocks plummet in reaction to Trump's proposed tariffs. Also, Spain's former football head in court because of that kiss and a rescue mission for Chilean frogs.
» 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.
» Uganda boosts defences in DRC as fears grow of wider war
31/01/25 11:43 from Global News
Rwandan-backed rebels have been on the move after capturing the city of Goma. Also: the far right AfD party is breaching the so-called firewall in Germany, and why tiger numbers are rebounding in India.
» '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.
» Hundreds of thousands head home in northern Gaza
27/01/25 11:08 from Global News
Palestinians displaced during the conflict are on the move as the ceasefire holds. Also; survivors gather at the Auschwitz concentration camp to mark 80 years since liberation, and why Paul McCartney thinks new musicians are missing out.
» 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.
» The Global Story: Have we already found the fountain of youth?
26/01/25 10:00 from Global News
For centuries, people have pursued the dream of eternal youth. Researchers have been making progress in understanding what happens in our bodies as we age. We may soon be able to use drugs to slow or even reverse ageing.
» 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.
» Donald Trump wants to abolish the US emergency response agency
23/01/25 11:23 from Global News
Donald Trump says he plans to abolish the US emergency response agency, FEMA, and hints he may prosecute Joe Biden. Also: the International Criminal Court takes on Taliban leaders over treatment of women and girls.
» 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...
» Mike Johnson survives razor-thin vote to remain US House Speaker
03/01/25 20:41 from Global News
Trump-backed Mike Johnson has been re-elected as US House Speaker in the first round of voting, after overcoming a Republican revolt. Also: Apple to pay $95m to settle Siri "listening" lawsuit.
» America’s Empire State of Mind
03/01/25 14:15 from On The Media
The complete story of American imperialism is missing from our history books. On this week’s On the Media, how the United States worked to capture territory and expand power, while preaching democracy and freedom. [01:00] Host Brooke Gl...
» Police suspend efforts to arrest impeached South Korean president
03/01/25 11:03 from Global News
South Korean police called off an attempt to arrest the suspended president Yoon Suk Yeol, following a long standoff with his security team. Anti-corruption officers have appealed to the acting president to intervene.
» iLe on Song and Protest
03/01/25 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
For Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Ileana Cabra — known by her stage name, iLe — music has always been a way to reflect and comment on the world around her. iLe began her musical career singing with her brothers in their renowned rap gro...
» FBI says New Orleans attacker appeared to act alone
02/01/25 21:02 from Global News
The FBI says the man who carried out a deadly attack in New Orleans was acting alone, and he had declared his support for ISIS militants. Also: do you use traditional maps or an app to find your way around a city?
» First victims in New Orleans attack named
02/01/25 11:10 from Global News
Details have emerged about some of the 15 people killed in New Orleans on New Year's Day. Also: Syria's new Islamist-led administration outlines changes to education, and huge footprints reveal how dinosaurs got around
» New Orleans attack: death toll rises to 15
01/01/25 20:01 from Global News
US authorities say they do not believe the man who rammed his truck into New Year revellers acted alone. Also: a Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Tower in Las Vegas, and the shipping forecast celebrates 100 years.
» Do Sex Scandals Matter Anymore in Politics?
01/01/25 04:00 from On The Media
With Trump’s imminent return to the White House, we’ve decided to take stock of how political and journalistic norms have evolved over the years. For this week’s midweek podcast, we’re sharing an episode from Radiolab that aired in Octob...
» Russia and Ukraine carry out major prisoner swap
30/12/24 20:02 from Global News
Russia and Ukraine carry out a major prisoner swap with at least 300 people set free. Also: The UN warns of climate breakdown after a 'decade of deadly heat', and what will make people want to have more children?
» Tributes pour in for former US President Jimmy Carter
30/12/24 11:55 from Global News
Joe Biden leads tributes to former President Jimmy Carter as his humanitarian legacy is celebrated. Also: uncertainty in Ukraine - we hear from the frontline, and 5 charged in connection with popstar Liam Payne's death.
» Former US president Jimmy Carter dies
29/12/24 19:56 from Global News
Carter went on to become an international statesman and human rights campaigner. Also: South Korea mourns the victims of its worst-ever air disaster. And incumbent in Croatia elections fails to avoid second round.
» South Korea special: Plane crash kills 179
29/12/24 09:09 from Global News
179 people were killed when a plane crashed at Muan International Airport in South Korea. It burst into flames after skidding off the runway and hitting a wall. The only survivors were two members of the flight crew.
» If They Kill Me
29/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
On May 3, 2017, a young woman was found dead on the campus of a prestigious university in Mexico City. Soon after the Mexico City Attorney General's office sent out a series of tweets—that would be picked up by the Mexican media—that cha...
» Putin apologises over plane crash, without saying Russia is at fault
28/12/24 20:58 from Global News
The Russian president apologises over the downing of an Azerbaijani plane in Russian airspace - without directly taking blame. Also: chess champion walks out of tournament over jeans row.
» The Happy Pod: The shop that opened for hugs at Christmas
28/12/24 09:45 from Global News
We meet the family who kept their shop open on Christmas Day to help locals feel less lonely. Also, the parents creating visual memories for their children and the restaurant where most of the staff have Down's Syndrome.
» A Song for Valentina
28/12/24 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Russia, Mayotte, Liechtenstein and France. BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is regarded as a 'propagandist' by some Russians, but a song he wrote about a Russian friend seemed to thaw the ice, and unexpec...
» Mexico unveils emergency strategy to protect its migrants in US
27/12/24 20:48 from Global News
Mexico has announced an emergency strategy to protect migrants in the US, after president-elect, Donald Trump, threatened to deport millions of illegal people. Also: the virtual blaze that is an internet success.
» How AI and Algorithms Are Transforming Music
27/12/24 16:00 from On The Media
It’s been almost a year since the historic music outlet Pitchfork shrank considerably. On this week’s On the Media, why the distinctive voices in music journalism are worth saving. Plus, how AI music generators could upend the industry. ...
» Nato steps up efforts to protect cables in Baltic Sea
27/12/24 11:44 from Global News
Nato steps up efforts to protect cables in the Baltic Sea after a power line is cut between Finland and Estonia. Russia accused of sabotage. Also: Another impeachment in South Korea, and NASA sun probe makes history.
» Spain’s Pact to Forget
27/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Filmed over six years, "The Silence of Others" reveals how survivors and their families have struggled to cope in the aftermath of Spain’s 40-year dictatorship under General Franco. The film, executive produced by Pedro Almodóvar, follow...
» Israeli airstrikes have hit several targets inside Yemen
26/12/24 21:10 from Global News
Israeli airstrikes have hit a number of sites in Yemen, after Houthi militants have been targeting Israel and vessels in the Red Sea. Also: Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after nearly 250 years.
» 20 years on: Remembering the tsunami
26/12/24 10:50 from Global News
Memorial events have been held around the Indian Ocean to mark 20 years since the tsunami that killed more than 220,000 people. Also: Did Russia down an Azerbaijani plane? And the rise of non-alcoholic wine.
» The Happy Pod: 2024 News Review
25/12/24 10:00 from Global News
The happiest stories of 2024 - from the extraordinary achievement in raising Notre Dame Cathedral from the ashes, to the success of the chopsticks manoeuvre to catch a rocket booster; and the baby hippo who went viral.
» A New Film Unearths the Depths of Netanyahu's Corruption
25/12/24 04:00 from On The Media
For the new documentary, The Bibi Files , director Alexis Bloom uses hundreds of hours of leaked, previously unseen interrogation footage of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his wife Sara, his son Yair, his staff and inner cir...
» Armed men open fire at Haiti hospital reopening
24/12/24 19:55 from Global News
Armed men in Haiti kill at least two journalists and a police officer, after opening fire at the reopening of its biggest public hospital. Also: Syria’s rebel factions agree to merge under the defence ministry.
» Spacecraft attempts closest-ever approach to Sun
24/12/24 10:37 from Global News
The probe is plunging into the sun's outer atmosphere, amid brutal temperatures. Also; the UN warns that famine is spreading in Sudan, with Darfur among the worst affected regions.
» Trump ally Matt Gaetz paid for sex and drugs while in office, ethics report says
23/12/24 20:01 from Global News
A long-awaited report into Matt Gaetz says the former congressman paid for sex and drugs while in office. Also: marches take place in Magdeburg, and a new government in France after days of political turmoil.
» Syria's new leader says armed factions will come under state control
22/12/24 19:35 from Global News
Turkey says there's no room for Kurdish militias in Syria's future. Also: Germany promises a thorough investigation into the Magdeburg attack.
» Reservations
22/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
The Yakama Indian Reservation in Eastern Washington is home to 11,000 Native Americans and almost three times as many Latinos. Over recent decades, the reservation has attracted Mexican farmworkers and their families who made the valley ...
» Five dead and 200 injured in Magdeburg Christmas market attack
21/12/24 20:01 from Global News
The German city of Magdeburg is in mourning after a Christmas attack killed five. We hear the possible motives of the suspect. Also: Albania shuts down TikTok, and in Guatamala children are rescued from a sect.
» The Happy Pod: Playing the piano saved my life
21/12/24 09:42 from Global News
A man filmed playing the piano while homeless went viral. Now he's raising money for others and says it's saved his life. Also: showing love with Christmas lights; how a cat saved its owner; and AI spots dolphin accents.
» Searching for Syria's missing
21/12/24 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces stories on Syria, Myanmar, Ivory Coast, the Russian Orthodox church and Tunisia. The threat of being 'disappeared' was central to Bashar al Assad's system of repression and intimidation. Now he is gone, Syrian famili...
» Fatalities and injuries in German Christmas market attack
20/12/24 21:07 from Global News
A car has been driven into a crowd at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg. There have been a number of fatalities and injuries.
» The Harvard Plan: The Universities Are The Enemy
20/12/24 16:22 from On The Media
Donald Trump has a big plan to remake American universities. On this week’s On the Media, hear how the distinctly American idea of “diversity” has fallen out of favor—from higher education to the Supreme Court. Reporter Ilya Marritz exp...
» US sends diplomats to Syria
20/12/24 11:15 from Global News
US diplomats are visiting Syria to hold talks with the new de facto leader. Also: a new attempt to find the wreckage of missing flight MH370, and a controversial new TV game show, Beast Games.
» The Return
20/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Javier Zamora was nine years-old when he made the journey from El Salvador to the U.S.-Mexico border. Last year, nearly 20 years later, he returned to the country where he was born, to apply for a visa that will allow him to continue to ...
» Murder suspect Luigi Mangione faces charges in New York court
19/12/24 20:56 from Global News
Luigi Mangione, the suspect accused of fatally shooting a US healthcare insurance executive, has been extradited to New York to face new federal charges. Also: the ground squirrels in California that are hunting voles.
» Guilty verdicts and jail sentences in France's biggest rape trial
19/12/24 11:03 from Global News
In a major trial in France, Dominique Pelicot and 50 pther men are jailed for repeatedly raping his wife Gisèle. Also, Israeli jets attack Houthi targets in Yemen, and Czech experts restore damaged Ukrainian artworks.
» Syria's de facto leader says the country is not a threat to its neighbours or the west
18/12/24 20:58 from Global News
Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa told the BBC that Syria is exhausted by war and is not a threat to its neighbours or to the west. Also: listen to the 'earliest known country song' ever recorded.
» Man detained after Russian general's assassination
18/12/24 11:06 from Global News
Russia has detained an Uzbek man suspected of assassinating an army general. Russia says the suspect was recruited by Ukraine. Also: The UN warns Syria is unable to cope with large numbers of refugees returning home.
» How to Plan for Inevitable Disaster
18/12/24 04:00 from On The Media
This year was earth’s hottest on record, and the Atlantic storm season brought with it five major hurricanes. And yet in December, the Pew Research Center found that only some 20 percent of Americans expect to make major sacrifices in th...
» US says it's cautiously optimistic that a deal to end fighting in Gaza is within reach
17/12/24 20:33 from Global News
After months of deadlock, there are new signs that Israel and Hamas could be moving closer to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. Also: repairs are to be carried out on Venice's "slippery" glass bridge.
» The rebels turned rulers providing law and order in Syria
16/12/24 19:56 from Global News
Syria's new rulers pledge to protect minority Alawite community in Latakia after recent attacks. Also: Germany’s chancellor loses vote of confidence, and hundreds of new species are found in Mekong in south east Asia.
» French ministers arrive in Mayotte after devastating cyclone
16/12/24 11:07 from Global News
France to provide relief and security to people in Mayotte, after Saturday's destructive cyclone. Also: Western powers step up their engagement with the new rulers of Syria. And Serbia accuses journalists of spying.
» Hundreds, possibly thousands, feared dead in Mayotte cyclone
15/12/24 20:03 from Global News
Hundreds, possibly thousands, are feared dead in cyclone-hit Mayotte in the Indian Ocean. Also: the previously unheard stories of women inside Iran’s Evin Prison, and the world's biggest iceberg - on the move again.
» Natasha Alford on Growing Up 'American Negra'
15/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
Natasha S. Alford has always been three things: Black, Latina and an overachiever. Weeks after a historic presidential election, Maria Hinojosa and Natasha —a political analyst, journalist, and media executive— sit down to talk about sol...
» South Korea's president impeached
14/12/24 20:01 from Global News
South Korea's Parliament impeaches President Yoon over failed martial law bid. The USA says it’s engaging with Islamists who ousted Syria’s President Assad - and cyclone Chido wreaks havoc on French territory Mayotte.
» The Happy Pod: The cafe spreading the joy of dance
14/12/24 09:33 from Global News
We hear from a cafe in Massachusetts that spreads joy by asking customers to dance as they enter. Also: the toys made from cigarette butts; a community library destroyed by fire reopens; and Italy's festive Krampus Run.
» Returning home to Syria
14/12/24 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie introduces stories from Syria, Ukraine, France, Ghana and Saudi Arabia. The speed at which President Assad was deposed was a shock to many, including the BBC's Lina Sinjab. She had been forced to leave her home country in 2013,...
» The secret police's grip on Syria under Assad
13/12/24 20:34 from Global News
Revelations of how the secret police controlled society under Assad. Also: the mystery of huge drones spotted in the US, and how fidgeting can drive others mad - and what psychologists can do to help.
» A Cold-Blooded Killing Ignites a National Conversation. Plus, Part Two of The Harvard Plan.
13/12/24 17:41 from On The Media
The suspected killer of the UnitedHealthcare CEO has been crowned a hero by many on social media. On this week’s On the Media, what the fandom reveals, and what the coverage of it has missed. Plus, tune in to part two of The Harvard Plan...
» Syria: thousands celebrate 'Victory Day'
13/12/24 11:24 from Global News
Streets were packed and revolutionary music blared out across Syria to mark the end of the Assad regime. Also: health misinformation on the Diary of a CEO podcast, and why pets are the big winners this Christmas.
» An All-American Tragedy
13/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
This week Latino USA brings you an episode of the In The Thick podcast. ITT hosts Maria Hinojosa and Paola Ramos are joined by NBC News correspondent Jacob Soboroff for a deep dive into the devastating consequences of Donald Trump’s firs...
» US top diplomat holds talks with Turkey on Syria
12/12/24 20:10 from Global News
US top diplomat Antony Blinken holds talks with President Erdogan on establishing stability in Syria. Also: an 18-year-old Indian becomes youngest world chess champion, and Kyrgyzstan wants to update its national anthem.
» Biden in largest single-day act of clemency
12/12/24 10:41 from Global News
US president commutes around 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people. Also: inside Syria's abandoned presidential palace, recreational use of cannabis banned in Japan, and the secret to being happy at work.
» Syria rebels burn tomb of Bashar al-Assad's father
11/12/24 20:44 from Global News
Syrian rebel fighters have destroyed the tomb of late president Hafez al-Assad, father of ousted president Bashar, in the family's home town of Qardaha. Also: "Christmas lights" galaxy reveals how Universe formed.
» South Korea stand-off outside presidential office
11/12/24 11:04 from Global News
Security guards at presidential office in Seoul try to stop police from getting martial law documents. Also: new Syrian PM promises to guarantee rights for all religions, and humpback whale makes epic migration.
» Enron is Back, and Birds Aren't Real
11/12/24 04:00 from On The Media
Last week, the website for Enron – yes, that Enron – came back online. And on Monday the new CEO, Connor Gaydos, introduced himself, with what the fine print called "First Amendment protected parody." And it so happens that Gaydos is a s...
» Israel confirms attack on Syrian naval fleet
10/12/24 20:52 from Global News
Israel attacks Syria's naval fleet as part of efforts to neutralise the country's military assets after the fall of the Assad regime. Also: New Zealander wins Spanish Scrabble championship - without speaking Spanish.
» Syria rebel leader discusses 'transfer of power' after Assad is ousted
09/12/24 20:54 from Global News
Syrian rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani has met the outgoing PM to discuss the "transfer of power" - a day after Bashar al-Assad fled the country. Also: Google unveils 'mind-boggling' quantum computing chip.
» Syrians attempt to free political prisoners
09/12/24 10:58 from Global News
Civil defence workers in Syria are trying to reach underground cells to release some of the nation's tens of thousands of political prisoners. Also: More than 150 mostly elderly people are killed by gangs in Haiti.
» Moscow gives Assad asylum
08/12/24 20:29 from Global News
Moscow has given asylum to Syria's former president, Bashar al-Assad. Also: Trump threatens to take the US out of NATO, and Zelensky says 43,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in the conflict with Russia.
» The Border Has Eyes
08/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
The “virtual wall” across the U.S.-Mexico border is made up of things like drones, sensors, cameras and… surveillance towers. Both Democrats and Republicans have supported border technology through the years, but advocates and researcher...
» Syrian rebels enter Homs and close in on Damascus
07/12/24 19:42 from Global News
Syrian President's grip on power wanes as another strategic city falls to Islamist rebels. Also: Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is rededicated in front of world leaders and the conman in India who duped families into thinking he was their...
» Syria special
07/12/24 15:04 from Global News
Syria's army says it's bolstering defences around the capital, Damascus, as rebels intent on overthrowing President Assad converge on the city.
» The Happy Pod: Meet Italy's Tom Cruise and Blake Lively
07/12/24 10:01 from Global News
We're at an Italian film festival with a difference, for actors who become the voice of Hollywood stars and achieve fame in their own right. Also: California's canine mayor; and why diplomacy can work better in a sauna.
» Sudan and the story of Mama Nour
07/12/24 08:00 from From Our Own Correspondent
Kate Adie presents stories from Sudan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, South Africa and Ireland. Lyse Doucet recently gained rare access to Sudan, where she met the remarkable Mama Nour. A steely woman, orphaned in childhood, she now provides r...
» Romanian court criticised for annulling election results
06/12/24 20:26 from Global News
Both candidates in Romania's presidential election have denounced a court's decision to quash the results. Also: why it's hard to be a woman in Iceland, and the bid to save handwriting in the age of the computer.
» Donald Trump’s Cabinet of Influencers. Plus, The Harvard Plan.
06/12/24 17:02 from On The Media
Many of Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are emulating online influencers in their efforts to sell products and promote themselves. On this week’s On the Media, hear about the phenomenon academics are calling “influencer creep.” Plus, a look...
» Syrian rebels continue their rapid advance
06/12/24 12:06 from Global News
In Syria, Islamist-led rebels continue their rapid advance. The UN says 300,000 have fled their homes as rebels reach the outskirts of Homs. Also: Romania will rerun its election, and how to survive a polar bear attack.
» The Burden: Avenger
06/12/24 03:00 from NPR: Latino USA Podcast
This week Latino USA brings you an episode of the The Burden: Avengers podcast. Miriam Lewin is one of Argentina’s leading journalists today. At age 19, she was kidnapped for her political activism and thrown into a concentration camp. T...
» Syrian rebels celebrate capture of Hama
05/12/24 19:37 from Global News
Islamist rebels celebrate the capture of the Syrian city of Hama. Also: US Police search for the gunman who shot dead a health insurance boss on the streets of New York, and a faster way to predict the weather.
» Syrian rebels take control of second major city
05/12/24 11:11 from Global News
The Syrian army says it’s withdrawn from the city of Hama after intense clashes. Also: health workers in Sierra Leone will be among the first to receive an Ebola vaccine, as part of a nationwide campaign.
» French government collapses in no-confidence vote
04/12/24 20:40 from Global News
The French government has collapsed after PM, Michel Barnier, was ousted in a no-confidence vote, after forcing through his budget. Also: Mexican police make their biggest ever seizure of the synthetic drug fentanyl.
» South Korean president faces impeachment vote
04/12/24 11:26 from Global News
South Korean MPs have begun impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his move to impose martial law. Also: jailed Iranian Nobel Peace laureate Narges Mohammadi is temporarily released.
» Kash Patel’s Crusade Against the Media
04/12/24 04:00 from On The Media
Over the weekend, president-elect Donald Trump nominated a little-known, largely inexperienced civil servant to an enormous role in his upcoming administration – Kash Patel as FBI director. Firing current FBI director Christopher Wray, ...