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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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Turkey protests: More than 1,000 people arrested in 5 days

Mar 24, 2025
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Turkish President Erdogan's main rival jailed

Mar 24, 2025
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Mayor of Istanbul dismisses charges against him

Mar 23, 2025
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The Happy Pod: Tea for two - sharing a brew with a stranger

Mar 22, 2025
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Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested

Mar 22, 2025
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Heathrow shutdown causes travel chaos

Mar 21, 2025
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Trump signs executive order to close Department of Education

Mar 21, 2025
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Israel attacks Gaza in ground offensive

Mar 20, 2025
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Turkey: thousands protest against Istanbul mayor arrest

Mar 20, 2025
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Ukraine says Russia broke pledge not to attack

Mar 19, 2025