Global News Podcast

Global News Podcast

The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. 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. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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Life in Yemen under Houthi sniper fire

06 říj. 2026
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Fighting intensifies in Yemen

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers a range of international developments, including intensifying conflict in Yemen between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces, widespread school protests in France, and investigations into a whistleblower linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The program also explores scientific and human interest stories, from the Nobel Prize in Medicine for optogenetics to a unique job recruitment campaign in Finland for a 'professional smeller'. Additionally, the report addresses health concerns regarding potential plague exposure in Siberia and a measles outbreak in the United States. The episode concludes with an obituary for British author Geoffrey Archer and a look at innovation in musical instrument design through a lightweight carbon fiber piano.

06 říj. 2026
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Reports say Flydubai suspect was 'lone wolf' extremist

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers major international developments, including an investigation into a suspected hijacking attempt on a Fly Dubai flight and security concerns surrounding the withdrawal of US bombers from a UK airbase. The program also examines how Middle East conflicts are impacting global oil supply logistics. Additionally, the episode explores the rising trend of early-onset cancer among younger generations linked to environmental factors, a murder investigation involving a U.S. Marine in Japan, and the announcement of snap elections in Spain. The episode concludes with scientific research on the vocal techniques of lemurs in Madagascar.

05 říj. 2026
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Brazil's presidential election goes to runoff

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers major international developments, including the Brazilian presidential election runoff between Flavio Bolsonaro and Lula da Silva and the US withdrawal of bombers from an English airbase due to terror plot concerns. The program also examines the backlash against the UK Green Party's stance on Zionism and the impact of Russian attacks on infrastructure in Kyiv. Additionally, the episode explores the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia's Tigray region and the use of Indian workers' movements to train AI robots. Finally, it discusses the increasing difficulty of securing Glastonbury Festival tickets amidst rising social media hype.

05 říj. 2026
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The Global Story: The Super El Nino - what happens when it hits us?

In this episode of The Global Story, Tristan Redmond interviews climate scientist Tom DiLiberto about the phenomenon of a 'super El Niño.' The discussion explores how shifts in Pacific Ocean temperatures and trade winds trigger global weather disruptions that impact agriculture, international shipping, and commodity prices. The conversation also covers the economic and humanitarian impacts of the current event, including rising coffee prices and potential heat-related mortality. DiLiberto discusses the historical context of El Niño monitoring, the challenges of climate science communication in a partisan landscape, and the critical importance of preparing for extreme weather during the off-season.

04 říj. 2026