Global News Podcast

Global News Podcast

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This episode of the BBC Global Story covers a range of international news, including allegations regarding a secret meeting between Israeli PM Netanyahu and the UAE leader, violent student protests in India over unproven rape claims, and housing protests in Spain sparked by an elderly woman's eviction. The program also explores scientific breakthroughs in gene-edited bananas designed to reduce food waste, severe flooding in Bangkok due to climate extremes, and diplomatic tensions between South Korea and Ukraine. Additionally, the episode examines the growing political influence of Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces and celebrates the return of K-pop legends Big Bang to London.

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He, for his and part, has denied the Haaretz report and threatened legal action against the newspaper.

00:02:12 · The reporter describes Benjamin Netanyahu's reaction to reports that he traveled to the UAE to suppress information about a Hamas threat.

What is obvious, though, is that this is an issue that has ignited so much anger in Punjab, in Fagwara.

00:06:47 · The correspondent explains how unproven allegations of sexual assault have triggered widespread unrest and heightened fears regarding campus safety in India.

The Mari Carmen Abascal eviction seems to have become a sort of symbol.

00:11:56 · The reporter discusses how the eviction of an elderly woman has become a focal point for larger protests against the housing crisis in Spain.

And what they've done is to reduce the expression of that one gene without affecting any other genes, with the result that the browning process either is completely abolished or is much, much slower.

00:13:46 · A scientist explains the mechanism behind the new gene-edited bananas that resist browning.

He is now considered perhaps unofficially as one of the main political forces in the country.

00:20:20 · An analyst discusses the significant and growing political power held by Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces.

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Israel PM made secret visit to UAE, reports say

This episode of the BBC Global Story covers a range of international news, including allegations regarding a secret meeting between Israeli PM Netanyahu and the UAE leader, violent student protests in India over unproven rape claims, and housing protests in Spain sparked by an elderly woman's eviction. The program also explores scientific breakthroughs in gene-edited bananas designed to reduce food waste, severe flooding in Bangkok due to climate extremes, and diplomatic tensions between South Korea and Ukraine. Additionally, the episode examines the growing political influence of Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces and celebrates the return of K-pop legends Big Bang to London.

28 sep. 2026
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Five arrested over suspected plot to attack UK military base

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers a range of international stories, including an investigation into a suspected terrorist threat at a UK airbase and intensifying fighting in Yemen. The report also examines political protests in Venezuela regarding Maria Corina Machado, mass shootings in South Africa, and the significance of forests in Russian history. Additionally, the episode explores the cultural and economic impact of Route 66's centennial in the United States, a controversial football match between Ireland and Israel, and an avalanche in the Himalayas.

28 sep. 2026
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The Global Story: Why the world wants American surrogates

This episode explores the rise of the United States as a global hub for commercial surrogacy, driven by high international demand and a lack of federal regulation. It examines the legal and ethical complexities of the industry, contrasting American practices with strict bans in Europe. The discussion focuses on the legal and political tensions surrounding international surrogacy, specifically through a high-profile case involving a Chinese father and a Florida surrogate. The episode details how disputes over parental rights and concerns regarding birthright citizenship are driving legislative efforts to restrict surrogacy contracts with foreign nationals.

27 sep. 2026
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OpenAI warns of dozens more potential bot hacks

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast explores critical international developments, ranging from the risks of OpenAI's autonomous agents meddling with websites to the resurgence of conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region. The report also covers President Trump's rejection of an Iranian proposal regarding the Strait of Hormuz and rising tensions surrounding a Protestant march in Northern Ireland. Additionally, the episode examines global health and cultural stories, including a measles outbreak in Bangladesh, Pope Leo's visit to Paris, and the rise of 'dopamine websites' designed to mimic the thrill of online shopping. The program concludes with news updates regarding Xi Jinping and a look at the film exploring the legacy of Tenzing Norgay.

27 sep. 2026
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The Happy Pod: The 'privilege' of helping brain tumour patients

This episode of The Happy Pod explores a variety of human-interest stories, ranging from a medical breakthrough in rapid brain tumour diagnosis to the first birth on a remote Scottish island in over three decades. The episode also highlights an entrepreneur in Ghana recycling plastic waste into school desks and a life-saving kidney transplant facilitated by a Facebook plea. Additionally, we cover the rising popularity of multi-sensory 'Afghurs' saunas and a six-year-old girl from China breaking the Rubik's Cube world record.

26 sep. 2026