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Global News Podcast

The breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Hear the most important global stories from the BBC, the most trusted name in international news. With reporters on the ground in every country, we’re always where the story is. We bring you unparalleled access and exclusive updates that you won’t get anywhere else.

Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. From Trump’s White House to Putin’s Kremlin, from the Ukraine War to the Israel-Gaza conflict. From Damascus to Delhi, from Silicon Valley to Singapore, from Washington DC to Wuhan. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight.

Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Subscribe now and never miss a moment.

Also listen to The Happy Pod, every Saturday, for the best global good news.

Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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The Happy Pod: From pollution to paradise

May 11, 2024
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What keeps China’s president up at night?

Mar 17, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story

Mar 10, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story

Mar 3, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story

Feb 25, 2024
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Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered

Oct 27, 2023
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Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered

Oct 20, 2023
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Gaza Special: Your Questions Answered

Oct 13, 2023
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Special Edition - Artificial Intelligence - who cares?

Sep 15, 2023
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Special episode: Abortion rights around the world

Jul 1, 2022