Global News Podcast

By BBC World Service

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Reviews: 37
Episodes: 248


 Jun 18, 2025
BBC’s obvious anti-Israel stance calls all other BBC's reporting into question. It's playing into th hands of Tr*mp +th likes of "it": educated ppl r destroying thmslvs. "Left" has turned right-wing: multiplying views of HAMMAS supporters.


 Jan 27, 2025

Belwarmec
 Dec 4, 2024
As expected unbias world class journalism covering important topics of the day. A must listen every day to stay informed.

Lisa
 Oct 21, 2023
I used to think BBC news was a non biased source of the news & would get my world news from them, but since the Gaza-Israeli conflict they have been extremely one sided for Israel. Disappointing. Journalism should report the whole story.


 Feb 15, 2023

Sharon
 Dec 7, 2022
Better coverage of world events than US shows I've found. Usually includes a positive story at the end, which I find really helpful


 Oct 4, 2022

lars
 Aug 19, 2022
extreme left

Mark F
 Jul 24, 2022
I enjoy this podcast and have listened for years. However, lately it often feels like an infomercial about UK achievement. The UK is wonderful and continues to be a great nation. But BBC, please put more "Global" back into your podcast.

Jay from Toronto
 Mar 21, 2022
One of the unbiased media who delivers news as l exactly as what's going on in place. Thank you and please don't let the upscale politics contaminate the true journalism.

Best news podcast
 Oct 17, 2021
Timely, global, neutral, informative. Ok level of advertisement, pls don't increase.

John
 Oct 9, 2020
more of a global perspective on the news


 Aug 2, 2020

S
 Mar 30, 2020
It's good, but it seems like they focus heavily on US-centric news for the most part, which there are plenty of shows about


 Mar 3, 2020

Libero
 Feb 25, 2020
It is useful for learning English. Some stories are lengthy and boring. It becomes better if it plays a sound when goes to next story.

Reasonably informative
 Feb 16, 2020
World news is mostly Trump. Some countries are treated very kindly and others with derision. The obvious bias is embarrassing


 Feb 6, 2020

parapixon
 Nov 16, 2019
👑👑👑👑👑


 Oct 23, 2019

Ian Chai
 Oct 7, 2019
A good summary of the daily world news

Description

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 and Putin’s Kremlin, to the Ukraine War and 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

Episode Date
US and Israel leave Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar
Jul 25, 2025
Thai and Cambodian troops exchange fire in deadly clashes
Jul 24, 2025
WHO demands full access for aid into Gaza
Jul 24, 2025
Aid agencies warn mass starvation in Gaza is spreading
Jul 23, 2025
The World Debate: What can stop the war in Gaza?
Jul 23, 2025
Israeli officials deny that famine is taking hold in Gaza
Jul 23, 2025
Hamas health officials: 33 die of starvation in Gaza
Jul 22, 2025
Nearly 30 countries call for an immediate end to the war in Gaza
Jul 22, 2025
Israel launches ground and air assault on Gaza's Deir al-Balah
Jul 21, 2025
Dozens of Gazans die in shooting near to aid convoy
Jul 21, 2025
Syria deploys troops to enforce fragile ceasefire
Jul 20, 2025
The Happy Pod: The thrill of swimming the Arctic Circle
Jul 19, 2025
Trump sues newspaper over Epstein story
Jul 19, 2025
Patterns of injury in a Gaza war hospital
Jul 18, 2025
British spies and special forces named in Afghan data breach
Jul 17, 2025
Dozens killed in Iraqi shopping centre fire
Jul 17, 2025
Syria withdrawing its army from Druze-majority Sweida city
Jul 17, 2025
Israel strikes Syrian military headquarters
Jul 16, 2025
Afghans moved to UK in secret scheme after data breach
Jul 16, 2025
Trump tells BBC 'I'm not done with Putin'
Jul 15, 2025
Trump gives Russia 50 days to make peace in Ukraine
Jul 15, 2025
Donald Trump to send Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine
Jul 14, 2025
Israel blames 'technical error' for Gaza children's deaths
Jul 14, 2025
EU and Mexico hit back at Trump's tariff threat
Jul 13, 2025
The Happy Pod: The trio bringing countries together with music
Jul 12, 2025
Air India crash report: fuel switches cut off after takeoff
Jul 11, 2025
Kurdish rebels burn guns in step towards ending Turkey conflict
Jul 11, 2025
UK to return some migrants to France in weeks says PM
Jul 10, 2025
Ukrainian security service say their officer shot dead
Jul 10, 2025
Kenya's president denounces anti-government unrest
Jul 09, 2025
Russia launches major attack on Ukraine after Trump criticism of Putin
Jul 09, 2025
Trump and Netanyahu meet again in push for Gaza ceasefire
Jul 09, 2025
First malaria treatment for babies approved
Jul 08, 2025
Netanyahu meets Trump at White House amid Gaza ceasefire talks
Jul 08, 2025
Australian woman guilty of murder in toxic mushroom trial
Jul 07, 2025
More bodies recovered in Texas after Friday's catastrophic flash floods
Jul 07, 2025
Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party
Jul 06, 2025
The Happy Pod: The surgeon who left his wedding to save a life
Jul 05, 2025
Hamas submits positive response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
Jul 04, 2025
Russia accused of 'widespread' use of chemical weapons
Jul 04, 2025
Gaza aid contractor says he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians
Jul 04, 2025
Footballer Diogo Jota dies in car crash
Jul 03, 2025
'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering but guilty on other charges
Jul 03, 2025
Trump blocks Ukraine weapons deliveries
Jul 02, 2025
US Senate narrowly passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'
Jul 01, 2025
Thailand PM suspended over leaked phone call
Jul 01, 2025
Israeli strike on Gaza seafront cafe
Jul 01, 2025
UN warning: Millions at risk after Sudan food aid cuts
Jun 30, 2025
Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza
Jun 30, 2025
Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict
Jun 29, 2025
The Happy Pod: A song fit for a King
Jun 28, 2025
US Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump orders
Jun 28, 2025
Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system
Jun 27, 2025
US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's leader dismisses it as 'showmanship'
Jun 27, 2025
Iran crisis: your questions answered
Jun 26, 2025
Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its attacks on nuclear sites
Jun 26, 2025
At least eight dead in Kenya anti-government protests
Jun 25, 2025
Trump says US strikes set Iran's nuclear programme back 'decades'
Jun 25, 2025
Netanyahu claims historic victory over Iran
Jun 25, 2025
President Trump lashes out at Iran and Israel after ceasefire violations
Jun 24, 2025
Iran fires missiles at US Qatar base
Jun 23, 2025
Israel strikes Iran's Fordo nuclear site in fresh wave of attacks
Jun 23, 2025
US strikes Iran: UN chief warns against cycle of retaliation
Jun 22, 2025
Iran condemns US attacks on its nuclear facilities
Jun 22, 2025
US targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition
Jun 22, 2025
Israel strikes Iran as US 'moves B-2 bombers'
Jun 22, 2025
The Happy Pod: Sending my mother's ashes around the world
Jun 21, 2025
Gaza aid deaths: Why does this keep happening?
Jun 20, 2025
European ministers hold talks with Iran as conflict continues
Jun 20, 2025
Trump to decide if US will attack Iran 'within two weeks'
Jun 20, 2025
Israeli hospital hit by Iranian missile
Jun 19, 2025
Trump keeps world guessing on Iran strikes
Jun 18, 2025
Iran warns Trump against joining war with Israel
Jun 18, 2025
Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender'
Jun 18, 2025
Dozens of Palestinians killed in Israeli fire at aid site in Gaza
Jun 17, 2025
Israel attacks Iranian state TV
Jun 17, 2025
Iran and Israel exchange heavy strikes for fourth day
Jun 16, 2025
Israeli strikes kill an Iran intelligence chief as conflict intensifies
Jun 16, 2025
The Happy Pod: The tiny dog back home after a big adventure
Jun 15, 2025
Minnesota Democratic politician killed in targeted shooting
Jun 15, 2025
Israel and Iran continue strikes
Jun 14, 2025
Iran retaliates with missile attacks on Israel
Jun 14, 2025
Israel strikes Iran: World leaders urge restraint
Jun 13, 2025
Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition
Jun 13, 2025
Air India plane crash: Only one survivor of 242 people on board
Jun 13, 2025
Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad with 242 on board
Jun 12, 2025
LA unrest: First federal charges for protesters
Jun 12, 2025
Israel 'outraged' after UK sanctions far-right ministers
Jun 11, 2025
Trump to deploy 700 marines to Los Angeles
Jun 09, 2025
Israel blocks activist Gaza aid ship
Jun 09, 2025
Los Angeles: Clashes erupt for a third day as the US National Guard arrives
Jun 09, 2025
More shootings in Gaza near aid distribution centre
Jun 07, 2025
The Happy Pod: Rodent on the run returns
Jun 07, 2025
Man wrongly deported is back in US to face charges
Jun 07, 2025
Trump says Musk has 'lost his mind'
Jun 06, 2025
Trump-Musk relationship implodes with insults and threats
Jun 06, 2025
Israeli military recovers two hostages' bodies in Gaza
Jun 05, 2025
US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire
Jun 05, 2025
Red Cross chief: 'Gaza worse than hell on Earth'
Jun 04, 2025
Israel-Gaza: Are we witnessing war crimes?
Jun 04, 2025
IDF says it will investigate the deaths of Palestinian civilians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza on Tuesday
Jun 04, 2025
Palestinians killed while collecting aid in Gaza
Jun 03, 2025
Russia and Ukraine hold brief talks despite heavy drone attacks
Jun 02, 2025
Ukraine launches drone attacks on Russian bombers
Jun 01, 2025
US rejects Hamas' response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
Jun 01, 2025
The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese
May 31, 2025
Musk leaves Trump administration
May 30, 2025
UN warns entire Gaza population at risk of famine
May 30, 2025
US appeals court rules that Trump tariffs can stay in place for now
May 30, 2025
Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
May 29, 2025
Dodging Russian drones in Donetsk
May 28, 2025
Crowds overrun new aid distribution site in Gaza
May 28, 2025
US and Israeli-backed group distributes aid in Gaza
May 27, 2025
US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire
May 27, 2025
US remembers George Floyd
May 25, 2025
Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war
May 24, 2025
The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health
May 24, 2025
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones
May 23, 2025
Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion
May 23, 2025
The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students
May 22, 2025
Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'
May 22, 2025
Paramilitaries pushed out of key state
May 21, 2025
UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
May 21, 2025
UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza
May 20, 2025
Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks
May 20, 2025
Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer
May 19, 2025
Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'
May 18, 2025
The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others
May 17, 2025
Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks
May 16, 2025
Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify
May 16, 2025
US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
May 15, 2025
Trump signs major trade deals with Qatar
May 14, 2025
Donald Trump meets Syrian leader
May 14, 2025
Trump agrees huge arms deal on Saudi visit
May 14, 2025
Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia
May 13, 2025
Israeli-US hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas
May 13, 2025
US agrees trade deal with China
May 12, 2025
Zelensky challenges Putin to meet him
May 12, 2025
Pakistan and India accuse each other of violating ceasefire
May 11, 2025
The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s
May 10, 2025
Putin hosts Russia's Victory Day parade
May 09, 2025
Pope Leo XIV - the world reacts
May 09, 2025
Robert Prevost becomes first American pope: Special episode
May 08, 2025
Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire 'a farce'
May 08, 2025
First conclave vote ends in black smoke
May 07, 2025
Kashmir crisis questions
May 07, 2025
Pakistan vows to respond to Indian strikes
May 07, 2025
India strikes Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir
May 06, 2025
Crisis vote in German parliament
May 06, 2025
Israel's plan to expand its military offensive in Gaza is widely criticised
May 06, 2025
How will the next Pope be chosen?
May 05, 2025
Israeli army starts calling up reservists for planned expansion of Gaza offensive
May 05, 2025
Australian PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win
May 04, 2025
The Happy Pod: The rescued Ukraine lions learning to roar again
May 03, 2025
Prince Harry tells BBC he wants reconciliation with the Royal Family
May 03, 2025
Trump replaces National Security Adviser Mike Waltz
May 01, 2025
US signs historic natural resources deal with Ukraine
Apr 30, 2025
Pakistan warns of imminent military strikes from India
Apr 30, 2025
Trump: The first 100 days
Apr 29, 2025
What caused the mass power cut in Spain and Portugal?
Apr 29, 2025
Power outage causes chaos in Spain and Portugal
Apr 28, 2025
Putin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine
Apr 28, 2025
Man arrested after car drives into Vancouver street festival
Apr 28, 2025
The Happy Pod: International Dance Day special
Apr 27, 2025
World bids farewell to Pope Francis who told people to 'build bridges, not walls'
Apr 27, 2025
Pope Francis funeral - special episode
Apr 26, 2025
The Happy Pod: Creating 'Christina's Corner'
Apr 19, 2025
The Happy Pod: Life-saving rat retires
Apr 12, 2025
Le Pen vows to fight political ban
Apr 06, 2025
The Happy Pod: Saving Thailand's street dogs
Apr 05, 2025
The Ukraine War: Your Questions Answered
Apr 04, 2025
The Happy Pod: Football while fasting -- Egypt's Ramadan pastime
Mar 29, 2025
The Happy Pod: Tea for two - sharing a brew with a stranger
Mar 22, 2025
The Happy Pod: A gift that reopened the world
Mar 15, 2025
The Happy Pod: Getting engaged in the ashes of our home
Mar 08, 2025
The Ukraine War: What happens next?
Mar 07, 2025
The Happy Pod: Learning to play the guitar one handed
Mar 01, 2025
The Happy Pod: The 'terrible' artist in high demand
Feb 22, 2025
Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal
Feb 17, 2025
The Happy Pod: From rescue to romance
Feb 15, 2025
Concern in Europe after Trump and Putin agree to start Ukraine talks
Feb 13, 2025
The Happy Pod: the volunteer vet travelling the world
Feb 08, 2025
The Happy Pod: From security guard to sculptor at the Met Museum
Feb 01, 2025
The Happy Pod: Meet the world's internet dad
Jan 25, 2025
Extreme weather special
Jan 21, 2025
Donald Trump begins second term as US president
Jan 20, 2025
US inauguration special
Jan 20, 2025
The Global Story: The fight for the Arctic
Jan 12, 2025
The Happy Pod: The woman helping thousands of premature babies
Jan 11, 2025
The Happy Pod: The professionals and tradespeople cleaning up Ghana
Jan 04, 2025
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Dec 28, 2024
20 years on: Remembering the tsunami
Dec 26, 2024
The Happy Pod: 2024 News Review
Dec 25, 2024
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Dec 21, 2024
The Happy Pod: The cafe spreading the joy of dance
Dec 14, 2024
Biden in largest single-day act of clemency
Dec 12, 2024
Syrian rebels enter Homs and close in on Damascus
Dec 07, 2024
Syria special
Dec 07, 2024
The Happy Pod: Meet Italy's Tom Cruise and Blake Lively
Dec 07, 2024
The Happy Pod: Swimming against depression
Nov 30, 2024
The Happy Pod: The dolphins who 'smile' at their friends
Nov 23, 2024
MSF charity pulls out of Haiti's capital after attacks on staff
Nov 20, 2024
The Happy Pod: How saving an otter changed our lives
Nov 16, 2024
Republicans win House in major boost for Trump agenda
Nov 13, 2024
The Happy Pod: The million dollar prize winners saving the planet
Nov 09, 2024
Donald Trump confirmed as 47th US President
Nov 06, 2024
Donald Trump declares victory in US presidential election
Nov 06, 2024
The Happy Pod: Marrying the man who saved my life
Nov 02, 2024
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Oct 26, 2024
Former Ugandan rebel jailed for 40 years for war crimes
Oct 25, 2024
US Presidential Election - your questions answered
Oct 20, 2024
Israeli PM's home targeted by Hezbollah drone
Oct 19, 2024
The Happy Pod: The teenager faster than a calculator
Oct 19, 2024
Special: Young Leaders Trying to Change the World
Oct 13, 2024
The Happy Pod: Kylie thanks fans who got her through cancer
Oct 12, 2024
Israel marks first anniversary of Hamas attacks
Oct 07, 2024
The Happy Pod: Adopting a grandparent to tackle loneliness
Oct 05, 2024
Iran's top cleric defends strikes on Israel in rare public speech
Oct 04, 2024
Hezbollah "ready if Israel invades Lebanon"
Sep 30, 2024
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Sep 28, 2024
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Sep 21, 2024
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Sep 14, 2024
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Sep 07, 2024
China to end foreign adoptions
Sep 06, 2024
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Aug 31, 2024
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Aug 24, 2024
Bonus: The Global Story - Is Twitch too big to fail?
Aug 18, 2024
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Aug 17, 2024
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Aug 15, 2024
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Aug 10, 2024
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Jul 28, 2024
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Jul 27, 2024
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Mar 17, 2024
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Mar 10, 2024
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Mar 03, 2024
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Feb 25, 2024
Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered
Oct 27, 2023
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Oct 20, 2023
Gaza Special: Your Questions Answered
Oct 13, 2023
Special Edition - Artificial Intelligence - who cares?
Sep 15, 2023
Special episode: Abortion rights around the world
Jul 01, 2022
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Mar 25, 2022
Special: Global News Ukrainecast part 2
Mar 24, 2022
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Jan 28, 2022
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Dec 21, 2021
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Aug 30, 2021
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