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#1
Israel-Gaza: Are we witnessing war crimes?
In a special BBC debate, a panel of guests considers one of the most contentious questions of the last 20 months: Do the actions of Israel and Hamas since 7 October 2023 constitute war crimes?
2025-06-04•38mins
Israel-Gaza: Are we witnessing war crimes?
In a special BBC debate, a panel of guests considers one of the most contentious questions of the last 20 months: Do the actions of Israel and Hamas since 7 October 2023 constitute war crimes?
2025-06-04•38mins
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#2
IDF says it will investigate the deaths of Palestinian civilians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza on Tuesday
The Israeli military says it's to investigate the reported killing on Tuesday of twenty-seven Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution centre in Gaza. Also: Musk calls Trump’s tax bill a “disgusting abomination”.
2025-06-04•34mins
IDF says it will investigate the deaths of Palestinian civilians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza on Tuesday
The Israeli military says it's to investigate the reported killing on Tuesday of twenty-seven Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution centre in Gaza. Also: Musk calls Trump’s tax bill a “disgusting abomination”.
2025-06-04•34mins
#2
#3
Palestinians killed while collecting aid in Gaza
Twenty-seven people collecting aid in Gaza are reported to have been killed by the Israeli military. Also: the impact of civil war on children in Sudan, and a library of books that won't be published for 100 years.
2025-06-03•31mins
Palestinians killed while collecting aid in Gaza
Twenty-seven people collecting aid in Gaza are reported to have been killed by the Israeli military. Also: the impact of civil war on children in Sudan, and a library of books that won't be published for 100 years.
2025-06-03•31mins
#3
#4
President Zelensky calls for tough sanctions on Russia
Moscow gave a list of demands known to be unacceptable to Kyiv. Also: Israel condemns the UN's call for an investigation into Sunday's killings of Palestinians and why Paraguay could be South America's Silicon Valley.
2025-06-02•29mins
President Zelensky calls for tough sanctions on Russia
Moscow gave a list of demands known to be unacceptable to Kyiv. Also: Israel condemns the UN's call for an investigation into Sunday's killings of Palestinians and why Paraguay could be South America's Silicon Valley.
2025-06-02•29mins
#4
#5
Russia and Ukraine hold brief talks despite heavy drone attacks
Russia and Ukraine wrap up a brief round of peace talks - after Ukraine launched an attack on Russian airbases. Also: why Britain is moving to war readiness, and the world's largest digital camera capturing the cosmos.
2025-06-02•28mins
Russia and Ukraine hold brief talks despite heavy drone attacks
Russia and Ukraine wrap up a brief round of peace talks - after Ukraine launched an attack on Russian airbases. Also: why Britain is moving to war readiness, and the world's largest digital camera capturing the cosmos.
2025-06-02•28mins
#5
#6
Ukraine launches drone attacks on Russian bombers
Ukraine claims to have left more than 40 Russian bomber planes burning in a large-scale drone attack. Also: the ICRC in Gaza says it's treated dozens of casualties after a reported attack near an aid distribution centre.
2025-06-01•29mins
Ukraine launches drone attacks on Russian bombers
Ukraine claims to have left more than 40 Russian bomber planes burning in a large-scale drone attack. Also: the ICRC in Gaza says it's treated dozens of casualties after a reported attack near an aid distribution centre.
2025-06-01•29mins
#6
#7
US rejects Hamas' response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
The US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has called Hamas' response to a Gaza ceasefire plan 'totally unacceptable'. Also: What two astronauts did when they were stuck in space, and the life of India's 'Tiger Man'.
2025-06-01•32mins
US rejects Hamas' response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
The US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has called Hamas' response to a Gaza ceasefire plan 'totally unacceptable'. Also: What two astronauts did when they were stuck in space, and the life of India's 'Tiger Man'.
2025-06-01•32mins
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#8
The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese
Why the ancient English tradition of chasing a giant cheese down a steep hill is gathering crowds from around the world. Also: a life saving donation from a stranger half a world away; and Brazil's beatboxing nuns.
2025-05-31•26mins
The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese
Why the ancient English tradition of chasing a giant cheese down a steep hill is gathering crowds from around the world. Also: a life saving donation from a stranger half a world away; and Brazil's beatboxing nuns.
2025-05-31•26mins
#8
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Donald Trump has heaped praise on Elon Musk at a press conference marking his exit from the US government. Also: The scientist behind the abortion pill dies, and Taylor Swift buys back her master recordings.
2025-05-30•29mins
Musk leaves Trump administration
Donald Trump has heaped praise on Elon Musk at a press conference marking his exit from the US government. Also: The scientist behind the abortion pill dies, and Taylor Swift buys back her master recordings.
2025-05-30•29mins
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#10
UN warns entire Gaza population at risk of famine
UN says the world must do more to save the entire population of Gaza from famine. Also: BBC finds the EU has spent more on Russian oil and gas than aid to Ukraine, and do parents know best when it comes to child health?
2025-05-30•29mins
UN warns entire Gaza population at risk of famine
UN says the world must do more to save the entire population of Gaza from famine. Also: BBC finds the EU has spent more on Russian oil and gas than aid to Ukraine, and do parents know best when it comes to child health?
2025-05-30•29mins
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#11
US appeals court rules that Trump tariffs can stay in place for now
US President Donald Trump can keep collecting import taxes, an appeals court has ruled, a day after a ruling found the sweeping global tariffs to be illegal. Also: Chinese paraglider survives 8,000m-high flight.
2025-05-30•33mins
US appeals court rules that Trump tariffs can stay in place for now
US President Donald Trump can keep collecting import taxes, an appeals court has ruled, a day after a ruling found the sweeping global tariffs to be illegal. Also: Chinese paraglider survives 8,000m-high flight.
2025-05-30•33mins
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#12
Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
Israeli ministers say 22 new Jewish settlements have been approved in the occupied West Bank - the biggest expansion in decades. Also: A US federal court blocks many of President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.
2025-05-29•28mins
Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
Israeli ministers say 22 new Jewish settlements have been approved in the occupied West Bank - the biggest expansion in decades. Also: A US federal court blocks many of President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.
2025-05-29•28mins
#12
#13
Dodging Russian drones in Donetsk
A special report from the frontline in eastern Ukraine where Russian forces are advancing. Also: remembering the renowned Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong'o, and saving lives with a defibrillator on Mount Everest.
2025-05-28•31mins
Dodging Russian drones in Donetsk
A special report from the frontline in eastern Ukraine where Russian forces are advancing. Also: remembering the renowned Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong'o, and saving lives with a defibrillator on Mount Everest.
2025-05-28•31mins
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#14
Germany promises Ukraine long-range missiles to fight Russia
Germany's Merz promises to help Ukraine produce long-range missiles. Also: the latest from Gaza, 20 years in jail for French paedophile, experts warn the Earth is 'profoundly ill' and a flying car takes off in England.
2025-05-28•35mins
Germany promises Ukraine long-range missiles to fight Russia
Germany's Merz promises to help Ukraine produce long-range missiles. Also: the latest from Gaza, 20 years in jail for French paedophile, experts warn the Earth is 'profoundly ill' and a flying car takes off in England.
2025-05-28•35mins
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#15
Crowds overrun new aid distribution site in Gaza
Thousands of Palestinians have stormed an aid distribution site in Gaza set up by a US and Israeli-backed group, a day after it began working there. Also: a Turkish bakery revives a 5,000-year-old bread recipe.
2025-05-28•30mins
Crowds overrun new aid distribution site in Gaza
Thousands of Palestinians have stormed an aid distribution site in Gaza set up by a US and Israeli-backed group, a day after it began working there. Also: a Turkish bakery revives a 5,000-year-old bread recipe.
2025-05-28•30mins
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#16
US and Israeli-backed group distributes aid in Gaza
The first aid delivery into Gaza by a US and Israeli-backed group has been dismissed by the UN as a "distraction". Also: King Charles is to deliver a key speech in Canada's parliament, and the world's oldest human fingerprint.
2025-05-27•31mins
US and Israeli-backed group distributes aid in Gaza
The first aid delivery into Gaza by a US and Israeli-backed group has been dismissed by the UN as a "distraction". Also: King Charles is to deliver a key speech in Canada's parliament, and the world's oldest human fingerprint.
2025-05-27•31mins
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#17
US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire
The US envoy Steve Witkoff rejects a claim by Hamas that it has accepted an American plan for a Gaza truce. Also: car drives into Liverpool football fans, and the Blue Danube waltz is to be broadcast to deep space.
2025-05-27•32mins
US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire
The US envoy Steve Witkoff rejects a claim by Hamas that it has accepted an American plan for a Gaza truce. Also: car drives into Liverpool football fans, and the Blue Danube waltz is to be broadcast to deep space.
2025-05-27•32mins
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#18
Israeli strike kills dozens sheltering in Gaza school
Rescue workers in Gaza describe 'horrific' scenes, after an Israeli strike on a school killed dozens. Israel said it had targeted Hamas. Also: the latest from Ukraine, as Donald Trump calls Putin 'crazy'.
2025-05-26•27mins
Israeli strike kills dozens sheltering in Gaza school
Rescue workers in Gaza describe 'horrific' scenes, after an Israeli strike on a school killed dozens. Israel said it had targeted Hamas. Also: the latest from Ukraine, as Donald Trump calls Putin 'crazy'.
2025-05-26•27mins
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#19
US remembers George Floyd
Family of George Floyd promise to continue campaign for racial justice. Also: Spain calls for arms embargo against Israel over the war in Gaza. And male MPs in New Zealand describe their clothing to support female colleague.
2025-05-25•30mins
US remembers George Floyd
Family of George Floyd promise to continue campaign for racial justice. Also: Spain calls for arms embargo against Israel over the war in Gaza. And male MPs in New Zealand describe their clothing to support female colleague.
2025-05-25•30mins
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#20
Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war
Ukraine says almost all prisoners released by Russia in the latest exchange were beaten, isolated and brainwashed. Also: an Iranian film shot in secret wins the top prize in Cannes, and the Viagra of the Himalayas.
2025-05-24•33mins
Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war
Ukraine says almost all prisoners released by Russia in the latest exchange were beaten, isolated and brainwashed. Also: an Iranian film shot in secret wins the top prize in Cannes, and the Viagra of the Himalayas.
2025-05-24•33mins
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#21
The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health
We hear how a man travelling the world with a cuddly duck has encouraged thousands to open up about mental health problems. Also: a roaring success for India's lions; and Kermit the Frog urges graduates to leap together.Presenter: Valerie Sanderson Music: Iona Hampson
2025-05-24•27mins
The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health
We hear how a man travelling the world with a cuddly duck has encouraged thousands to open up about mental health problems. Also: a roaring success for India's lions; and Kermit the Frog urges graduates to leap together.Presenter: Valerie Sanderson Music: Iona Hampson
2025-05-24•27mins
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#22
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones
President Trump threatens a 50% tariff on all goods sent to the US from the EU. Also: a gang is found guilty of the Kim Kardashian jewellery heist in Paris, and the Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado dies aged 81.
2025-05-23•29mins
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones
President Trump threatens a 50% tariff on all goods sent to the US from the EU. Also: a gang is found guilty of the Kim Kardashian jewellery heist in Paris, and the Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado dies aged 81.
2025-05-23•29mins
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#23
Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion
Ukraine and Russia exchange hundreds of prisoners, which President Trump says "could lead to something big." Also: we look at the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and in Norway a man finds a ship in his garden.
2025-05-23•28mins
Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion
Ukraine and Russia exchange hundreds of prisoners, which President Trump says "could lead to something big." Also: we look at the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and in Norway a man finds a ship in his garden.
2025-05-23•28mins
#23
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The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students
The Trump administration bans Harvard from enrolling foreign students. Also: Israel blames critics of its war on Gaza for the murder of two US embassy staff, and why the Netherlands accuses Belgium of stealing wind.
2025-05-22•27mins
The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students
The Trump administration bans Harvard from enrolling foreign students. Also: Israel blames critics of its war on Gaza for the murder of two US embassy staff, and why the Netherlands accuses Belgium of stealing wind.
2025-05-22•27mins
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#25
Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead in Washington DC
Israel's foreign minister says antisemitic and anti-Israeli incitement linked to the war in Gaza lay behind the killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington. Also: China stakes its claim to the Arctic.
2025-05-22•27mins
Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead in Washington DC
Israel's foreign minister says antisemitic and anti-Israeli incitement linked to the war in Gaza lay behind the killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington. Also: China stakes its claim to the Arctic.
2025-05-22•27mins
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#26
Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'
US President Donald Trump confronted his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House, claiming that white farmers were being "persecuted" in the country. Also: climbing Everest using Xenon gas.
2025-05-22•26mins
Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'
US President Donald Trump confronted his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House, claiming that white farmers were being "persecuted" in the country. Also: climbing Everest using Xenon gas.
2025-05-22•26mins
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#27
Paramilitaries pushed out of key state
Sudan's army says it has liberated all of Khartoum state from the paramilitary RSF. Also: the UN says new aid supplies have still not been distributed in Gaza, and rapid test could improve treatment for brain tumours.
2025-05-21•28mins
Paramilitaries pushed out of key state
Sudan's army says it has liberated all of Khartoum state from the paramilitary RSF. Also: the UN says new aid supplies have still not been distributed in Gaza, and rapid test could improve treatment for brain tumours.
2025-05-21•28mins
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#28
UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
The United Nations says no aid has yet been distributed in Gaza despite aid lorries starting to cross the border after an 11-week blockade. Also: Sesame Street heads to Netflix after Trump cut PBS funding.
2025-05-21•27mins
UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
The United Nations says no aid has yet been distributed in Gaza despite aid lorries starting to cross the border after an 11-week blockade. Also: Sesame Street heads to Netflix after Trump cut PBS funding.
2025-05-21•27mins
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#29
UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza
The UN says Israel to allow 100 aid lorries to enter Gaza; Also: President Trump's real estate company in talks to build tower in Vietnam as it tries to head off huge US export tariffs, and why does the universe exist?
2025-05-20•31mins
UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza
The UN says Israel to allow 100 aid lorries to enter Gaza; Also: President Trump's real estate company in talks to build tower in Vietnam as it tries to head off huge US export tariffs, and why does the universe exist?
2025-05-20•31mins
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#30
Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks
US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating towards a ceasefire, after a phone call with Vladimir Putin. Also: videos show capuchin monkeys kidnapping babies of another species.
2025-05-20•33mins
Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks
US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating towards a ceasefire, after a phone call with Vladimir Putin. Also: videos show capuchin monkeys kidnapping babies of another species.
2025-05-20•33mins
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#31
Netanyahu: Israel plans to take over all of Gaza
Israel vows to 'take control of all' of Gaza to prevent Hamas from looting aid. Also: a BBC investigation finds evidence that children are being trafficked into illegal mines in South Africa and sexually abused.
2025-05-19•32mins
Netanyahu: Israel plans to take over all of Gaza
Israel vows to 'take control of all' of Gaza to prevent Hamas from looting aid. Also: a BBC investigation finds evidence that children are being trafficked into illegal mines in South Africa and sexually abused.
2025-05-19•32mins
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#32
Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer
The former US president Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms. Also: Israel says it will allow "basic amount" of food into Gaza, ending 10-week blockade.
2025-05-19•25mins
Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer
The former US president Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms. Also: Israel says it will allow "basic amount" of food into Gaza, ending 10-week blockade.
2025-05-19•25mins
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#33
Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'
Donald Trump has said he will call Vladimir Putin on Monday to stop the Ukraine 'bloodbath'. Also: Reuniting Chile's stolen children with their birth parents, and the theft of a statue of Melania Trump.
2025-05-18•25mins
Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'
Donald Trump has said he will call Vladimir Putin on Monday to stop the Ukraine 'bloodbath'. Also: Reuniting Chile's stolen children with their birth parents, and the theft of a statue of Melania Trump.
2025-05-18•25mins
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#34
The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others
Listener Tania tells us how stories on The Happy Pod helped her fight for life after a near fatal mountain fall. Now she's determined to inspire others. Also: a park designed in a computer game becomes a reality; why happiness boosts vaccines; and the cheerleading businessmen.
2025-05-17•27mins
The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others
Listener Tania tells us how stories on The Happy Pod helped her fight for life after a near fatal mountain fall. Now she's determined to inspire others. Also: a park designed in a computer game becomes a reality; why happiness boosts vaccines; and the cheerleading businessmen.
2025-05-17•27mins
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#35
Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks
The first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in more than three years have ended without a ceasefire agreement. Also: a man who attacked the author Salman Rushdie is jailed for 25 years
2025-05-16•26mins
Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks
The first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in more than three years have ended without a ceasefire agreement. Also: a man who attacked the author Salman Rushdie is jailed for 25 years
2025-05-16•26mins
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#36
Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify
Airstrikes in north Gaza kill nearly 100 Palestinians. Trump ends Mideast trip with business deals but no Israeli hostage breakthrough. Russia-Ukraine peace talks start in Turkey. Plus: Eurovision finalists confirmed
2025-05-16•28mins
Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify
Airstrikes in north Gaza kill nearly 100 Palestinians. Trump ends Mideast trip with business deals but no Israeli hostage breakthrough. Russia-Ukraine peace talks start in Turkey. Plus: Eurovision finalists confirmed
2025-05-16•28mins
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#37
US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Ukraine breakthrough not likely until President Trump meets Vladimir Putin. Also: power cuts in Sudan after drone strikes on power stations.
2025-05-15•27mins
US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Ukraine breakthrough not likely until President Trump meets Vladimir Putin. Also: power cuts in Sudan after drone strikes on power stations.
2025-05-15•27mins
#37
#38
Gaza officials say Israeli strikes kill more than 100 people
Palestinians in Gaza say they are facing another Nakba on the anniversary of their "catastrophe". Also: President Zelensky calls Russian peace talks delegates "stand-in props" and the lost Magna Carta found at Harvard.
2025-05-15•32mins
Gaza officials say Israeli strikes kill more than 100 people
Palestinians in Gaza say they are facing another Nakba on the anniversary of their "catastrophe". Also: President Zelensky calls Russian peace talks delegates "stand-in props" and the lost Magna Carta found at Harvard.
2025-05-15•32mins
#38
#39
Trump signs major trade deals with Qatar
President Trump announces a series of deals between the US and Qatar, including a huge order for Boeing jets. Also: President Putin is not on the Kremlin list of officials attending Ukraine peace talks in Turkey.
2025-05-14•32mins
Trump signs major trade deals with Qatar
President Trump announces a series of deals between the US and Qatar, including a huge order for Boeing jets. Also: President Putin is not on the Kremlin list of officials attending Ukraine peace talks in Turkey.
2025-05-14•32mins
#39
#40
Donald Trump meets Syrian leader
Donald Trump has met Syria's president Ahmed al-Sharaa after announcing a surprise decision to lift US sanctions on the government in Damascus. Also: the remarkable first aid abilities of chimpanzees.
2025-05-14•30mins
Donald Trump meets Syrian leader
Donald Trump has met Syria's president Ahmed al-Sharaa after announcing a surprise decision to lift US sanctions on the government in Damascus. Also: the remarkable first aid abilities of chimpanzees.
2025-05-14•30mins
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#41
Trump agrees huge arms deal on Saudi visit
President Trump agrees $142bn arms deal with Saudi Arabia during a trip to the Gulf. Also: new hope for patients with breast cancer BRCA gene, and Basel hosts first Eurovision semi-final.
2025-05-14•34mins
Trump agrees huge arms deal on Saudi visit
President Trump agrees $142bn arms deal with Saudi Arabia during a trip to the Gulf. Also: new hope for patients with breast cancer BRCA gene, and Basel hosts first Eurovision semi-final.
2025-05-14•34mins
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#42
Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia
President Trump has met Saudi Arabia's crown prince in his first foreign trip since returning to the White House. Also: tennis stars Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic end their working partnership after just six months
2025-05-13•29mins
Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia
President Trump has met Saudi Arabia's crown prince in his first foreign trip since returning to the White House. Also: tennis stars Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic end their working partnership after just six months
2025-05-13•29mins
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#43
Israeli-US hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas
The Israeli-American hostage, Edan Alexander, arrives in Israel after being released from captivity by Hamas. Also: Sean Diddy Combs' sex-trafficking trial begins, and can Ancelotti fix Brazil’s football?
2025-05-13•32mins
Israeli-US hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas
The Israeli-American hostage, Edan Alexander, arrives in Israel after being released from captivity by Hamas. Also: Sean Diddy Combs' sex-trafficking trial begins, and can Ancelotti fix Brazil’s football?
2025-05-13•32mins
#43
#44
US agrees trade deal with China
Stock markets rally as US and China agree to slash tariffs for at least 90 days. Also: Kurdish PKK militants end armed struggle against Turkey and Mounjaro and Wegovy go head to head in weight loss trial.
2025-05-12•28mins
US agrees trade deal with China
Stock markets rally as US and China agree to slash tariffs for at least 90 days. Also: Kurdish PKK militants end armed struggle against Turkey and Mounjaro and Wegovy go head to head in weight loss trial.
2025-05-12•28mins
#44
#45
Zelensky challenges Putin to meet him
President Zelensky has challenged President Putin to meet him after Donald Trump demanded they talk. Also: Hamas to free a hostage after direct talks with the US, and Pope Leo's call for an end to all wars.
2025-05-12•29mins
Zelensky challenges Putin to meet him
President Zelensky has challenged President Putin to meet him after Donald Trump demanded they talk. Also: Hamas to free a hostage after direct talks with the US, and Pope Leo's call for an end to all wars.
2025-05-12•29mins
#45
#46
Pakistan and India accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Pakistan and India have accused each other of violating the truce which ended four days of attacks. Also: Syrian Jews return home, and some confusion over the return to Earth of parts of an old Soviet spacecraft.
2025-05-11•28mins
Pakistan and India accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Pakistan and India have accused each other of violating the truce which ended four days of attacks. Also: Syrian Jews return home, and some confusion over the return to Earth of parts of an old Soviet spacecraft.
2025-05-11•28mins
#46
#47
The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s
We meet a man learning to read in his thirties, and inspiring others. He overcame embarrassment to share his journey on his TikTok, Oliver Speaks. Also: laughter yoga; rehoming chimps; and an 81-year-old female Ironman.
2025-05-10•28mins
The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s
We meet a man learning to read in his thirties, and inspiring others. He overcame embarrassment to share his journey on his TikTok, Oliver Speaks. Also: laughter yoga; rehoming chimps; and an 81-year-old female Ironman.
2025-05-10•28mins
#47
#48
The fighting between Pakistan and India is intensifying
Pakistan accuses India of bringing them closer to a major conflict while India said it repulsed Pakistani assaults. Also: Robert Prevost's "head was in his hands" when he became pope and the Soviet spacecraft's return.
2025-05-09•29mins
The fighting between Pakistan and India is intensifying
Pakistan accuses India of bringing them closer to a major conflict while India said it repulsed Pakistani assaults. Also: Robert Prevost's "head was in his hands" when he became pope and the Soviet spacecraft's return.
2025-05-09•29mins
#48
#49
Putin hosts Russia's Victory Day parade
President Putin marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day by defending his invasion of Ukraine. Also: Ukraine arrests two people allegedly working as spies for Hungary and Pope Leo gives his first homily.
2025-05-09•28mins
Putin hosts Russia's Victory Day parade
President Putin marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day by defending his invasion of Ukraine. Also: Ukraine arrests two people allegedly working as spies for Hungary and Pope Leo gives his first homily.
2025-05-09•28mins
#49
#50
Pope Leo XIV - the world reacts
Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church. King Charles marks 80 years since Nazi defeat in Europe. Bill Gates pledges to give away his billions. Plus: David Attenborough turns 99.
2025-05-09•30mins
Pope Leo XIV - the world reacts
Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church. King Charles marks 80 years since Nazi defeat in Europe. Bill Gates pledges to give away his billions. Plus: David Attenborough turns 99.
2025-05-09•30mins
#50
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