» Can Europe defend itself alone? – podcast
11/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The EU has announced an unprecedented new defence drive – but will it be enough to deter Russia? Jon Henley reports On Thursday, after the US decided to halt military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, European leaders in Brussel...

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

» Ontario leader threatens the US with a power cut
10/03/25 19:42 from Newshour
Canada's most populous province has imposed a twenty-five percent surcharge on electricity exports to the United States in response to tariffs imposed by Washington. The premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, said he would be prepared to cut off...

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

» Former central bank boss becomes Canada's next leader
10/03/25 12:35 from Newshour
Canada's next PM, former central bank governor Mark Carney, has swapped his former persona as a central bank governor for fighting talk against the US administration led by Donald Trump and the tariffs its seeking to impose on trade part...

» Ed Miliband on net zero in the age of Trump – Politics Weekly Westminster
10/03/25 12:05 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey are joined by Ed Miliband, the energy security and net zero secretary, to discuss Labour’s plans to tackle the climate crisis, the third runway at Heathrow and how secure the path to a greener future looks i...

» Could Trump sink our subs deal? – podcast
10/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
When then prime minister Scott Morrison signed the $US3bn Aukus agreement, it was hailed as Australia’s entry point into nuclear-power submarine status. But as Donald Trump’s second presidency unfolds, there are fears this landmark deal ...

» Liverpool go 15 points clear as Manchester United hold Arsenal: Football Weekly - podcast
10/03/25 09:35 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Nooruddean Choudry as Liverpool extend their lead at the top of the Premier League Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitch...

» Signature moves: are we losing the ability to write by hand? – podcast
10/03/25 02:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
We are far more likely to use our hands to type or swipe than pick up a pen. But in the process we are in danger of losing cognitive skills, sensory experience – and a connection to history By Christine Rosen. Read by Laurel Lefkow Conti...

» Finding a cannabis farm in your house – podcast
10/03/25 00:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
How a rogue letting agency destroyed homes and caused hundreds of pounds in damage. Sirin Kale reports Hajaj Hajaj was 79 when he rented out his house in south London, so his daughter, Kinda Jackson, urged him to use a reputable lettings...

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

» Israel to cut electricity supply to Gaza “immediately”
09/03/25 19:35 from Newshour
Last week, US President Donald Trump threatened Hamas with “hell” to pay if hostages from the October 7th attack on Israel were not released. Today, Israel’s energy minister, Eli Cohen, says the country will now cut its electricity suppl...

» Revisited: the spy cops scandal (part 2) – podcast
09/03/25 12:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The Guardian’s Paul Lewis and Rob Evans on investigating one of England’s most covert police units and learning that they were using the identities of dead children. Frank Bennett reflects on the impact of discovering that a police spy h...

» Syrian president calls for unity after hundreds of civilians killed
09/03/25 11:34 from Newshour
Syrian state media say there have been clashes between the security forces and followers of former President Assad in the country's coastal region, after interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa claimed the area was under control. More than a t...

» Inside the Islamic State prisons the west is trying to forget – podcast
09/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Michael Safi travelled to north-east Syria to speak to IS foreign fighters imprisoned there. He discovered that a change in the US administration, and USAid funding cuts, means there is a growing fear of prison breaks A few weeks ago, Mi...

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

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

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

» Over 500 killed in clashes in Western Syria
08/03/25 18:08 from Newshour
Over 500 people have been killed in violent clashes between gunmen loyal to ousted President Bashar al Assad and the authorities. Assad is from the Alawite religious minority and there are reports suggesting that the community is being t...

» Revisited: The spy cops scandal (part 1) – podcast
08/03/25 11:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Guardian investigative editor Paul Lewis and investigative reporter Rob Evans detail their decade-long investigation into undercover policing. At least 139 officers were given fake identities to monitor the inner workings of more than 1,...

» Fourteen people killed in Russian attacks across Ukraine
08/03/25 10:22 from Newshour
The attacks came hours after the United States confirmed that it had limited Ukraine's access to commercial satellite imagery, on top of pausing military and intelligence aid. Also on the programme: we'll have more on reports that the mi...

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

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

» Actor Danny Dyer on aliens and cocaine; the anti-vax parents who changed their minds; and Philippa Perry on feeling unimportant – podcast
08/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Danny Dyer talks about his journey from national joke to national treasure. Fuelled by social media misinformation, anti-vax activism has accelerated – but why are some in the movement becoming disillusioned? And Philippa Perry advises a...

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

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

» Worst violence in Syria since Assad fall as more than 130 killed in clashes
07/03/25 18:21 from Newshour
A war monitoring group says the number of people summarily executed by Syrian security forces in former president Bashar al-Assad's Latakia stronghold has risen to 134. We speak to a Syrian Alawite in the area. Also on the programme: Pre...

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

» Dozens killed after violent clashes in Syria
07/03/25 12:22 from Newshour
Syrian security forces are reported to have carried out a mass execution of fifty-two people of the Alawite minority in the coastal province of Latakia. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says activists have released footage showing...

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

» Back to Back Barries: how to rescue a recession election - podcast
07/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
This week, Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry go back to the future to look at how history has given us an insight into what to expect in 2025 – and what lessons Anthony Albanese can learn from Bob Hawke. Email the Barries at backtobackbarrie...

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

» ‘Here lives the monster’s brain’: the man who exposed Switzerland’s dirty secrets – podcast
07/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Inspired by Che Guevara, Jean Ziegler has spent the past 60 years exposing how Switzerland enabled global wrongdoing. His enemies accuse him of treason By Atossa Araxia Abrahamian. Read by Lanna Joffrey Continue reading...

» Trump turns America’s allies into enemies – podcast
07/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
This week, Donald Trump picked fights with Canada , Mexico , Ukraine , US veterans and every Democrat sitting in Congress for his State of the Union address. Chris Michael and Joan E Greve discuss why the US president is turning up the h...

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

» EU leaders agree to bolster defence amid Russia’s war with Ukraine
06/03/25 18:19 from Newshour
European leaders met today in Brussels as part of an emergency defence summit, as Ukraine continues its war against Russia. The Polish President had previously announced plans to spend more than 4.7% of its GDP on defence. Spain, however...

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

» Zelensky thanks Europe as he arrives at Brussels summit
06/03/25 11:06 from Newshour
European leaders are meeting in Brussels at what's being described as a turning point in history. They're discussing a large increase in defence spending following Washington's decision to suspend assistance to Ukraine. But can they agre...

» Newsroom edition: why life for women and men is still not equal - podcast
06/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
In the past 20 years men have not increased the amount of housework they do, despite women’s workloads increasing. While they’re at work, women are still earning less than men. And as these inequalities continue to play out, Donald Trump...

» Liverpool’s remarkable night in Paris and Bayern buoyant: Football Weekly Extra - podcast
06/03/25 07:47 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Lars Sivertsen as Liverpool pull off a miraculous win against PSG Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitcher , and join the ...

» Is Trump’s America still an ally to the UK? – Politics Weekly UK
06/03/25 01:01 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The news that the US had suspended military aid to Ukraine stunned world leaders and led to a rapid reassessment of how much we can really rely on our American ally. Is this the end of the western alliance? John Harris asks our diplomati...

» Moon missions, Musk v scientists, sperm and longevity – podcast
06/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From two private moon landings to the controversy over Elon Musk’s continued membership of the Royal Society, and a new study making a link between m...

» Exposed: listening in on a $35m phone scam – podcast
05/03/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
What can a major leak teach us about how call-centre fraudsters work? Simon Goodley reports “I’d quite like to just try and get a deposit together, to buy a house and stuff.” After Mark* saw an advert for a financial trading website, he ...

» Guardian Essential report: How do the major parties plan to win your vote? - podcast
05/03/25 20:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Has the interest rate cut made any difference to how people intend to vote at the upcoming federal election? Guardian Australia’s political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy and Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis discuss how voters...

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

» US stops sharing intelligence with Ukraine
05/03/25 18:16 from Newshour
Mr Trump questioned President Zelensky's commitment to peace following the spat at the White House on Friday. Also on the programme: scientists in Britain say they have discovered how the drug aspirin may help stop some cancers from spre...

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

» Trump to Congress: America is back
05/03/25 11:25 from Newshour
US President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress six weeks after beginning his second term in office. In addition to listing his achievements while in office, he made a teenager a US Secret Service agent and reaffirmed his...

» How do we close the orgasm gap - podcast
05/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
We all deserve pleasure, so why don’t cisgendered women feel entitled to it? The orgasm gap shines a light on not only why strict social norms trap both men and women in unfulfilling sex lives, but how our current sex-positive era may no...

» How do we close the orgasm gap? - podcast
05/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
We all deserve pleasure, so why don’t cisgendered women feel entitled to it? The orgasm gap shines a light on not only why strict social norms trap both men and women in unfulfilling sex lives, but how our current sex-positive era may no...

» Arsenal’s magnificent seven goals set up Madrid quarter-final – Football Weekly podcast
05/03/25 08:52 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Phil Kitromilides to discuss the Champions League and FA Cup Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud , Acast and Stitcher , and join the c...

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

» From the archive: ‘In my 30 years as a GP, the profession has been horribly eroded’ – podcast
05/03/25 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: As I finished the final house calls of my long career in general practice, it...

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

» How far will Trump’s embrace of Russia go? – podcast
04/03/25 23:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The US has suspended all military aid to Ukraine. What does this mean for European security? Andrew Roth reports On Monday, Donald Trump’s administration suspended all US military aid to Ukraine, in an attempt to pressure Ukraine’s presi...

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

» Zelensky: 'We want to work for peace'
04/03/25 18:42 from Newshour
President Zelensky of Ukraine says he wants to work for peace under what he calls President Trump's 'strong leadership', after the US paused military aid to Ukraine. A Democratic congressman insists there's still support for Ukraine in W...

» Trump pauses aid to Ukraine
04/03/25 12:40 from Newshour
Ukraine and its allies have condemned President Trump's decision to suspend all military aid to Kyiv, but Russia has praised the move. Ukrainian politicians said Washington was pushing Kyiv towards capitulation. The Kremlin described the...

» Why it’s boom time for beavers in England - podcast
04/03/25 11:44 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Beavers were once abundant in the UK, but hunting them for their fur, meat and scent oil drove them to extinction. Now they’re back, with the news that the release of beavers into English waterways is to be allowed for the first time in ...

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

» WSL shake-up, managerial changes and goals galore – Women’s Football Weekly
04/03/25 11:04 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack and Sophie Downey to break down major developments in the WSL and Championship, managerial departures, and a weekend packed with goals. On the podcast today: The future of the WSL and Championship ...

» Trump v Zelenskyy and the 10-minute tirade that changed the world – podcast
04/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The United States is pausing military aid to Ukraine, days after the US president, Donald Trump, clashed with Ukrain’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in the Oval Office. Washington DC bureau chief David Smith tells Nour Haydar why the w...

» Trump v Zelenskyy and the 10-minute tirade that changed the world - podcast
04/03/25 10:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
The US is pausing military aid to Ukraine, days after the US president, Donald Trump, clashed with Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in the Oval Office. Washington DC bureau chief David Smith tells Nour Haydar why the withholding...

» S9, Ep3: Pete Tong, DJ
04/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
This week on Comfort Eating, Grace is joined by superstar DJ, King of Ibiza, and namesake of his own rhyming slang: it’s Pete Tong MBE. Pete is one of the most influential figures in dance music; without him, house music and club culture...

» Why it’s boom time for beavers in the UK – podcast
04/03/25 01:00 from Global: Audio | theguardian.com
Beavers were once abundant in the UK, but hunting them for their fur, meat and scent oil drove them to extinction. Now they’re back, with the news that the release of beavers into English waterways is to be allowed for the first time in ...

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

» Zelensky tells Russia to stop attacking Ukraine
03/03/25 11:19 from Newshour
Russia says Western governments are fragmenting over the war in Ukraine. President Putin's spokesman said no coordinated peace plan was on the agenda yet. His remarks reflect recent divisions between President Trump and Ukraine and its s...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

» 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.

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

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

» 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.

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

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

» 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?

» 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

» 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...