Global News Podcast

Global News Podcast

BBC World Service

7145 - US reinstates naval blockade on Iran

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

7145 - US reinstates naval blockade on Iran
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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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US reinstates naval blockade on Iran

14 srp 2026
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Trials of new Ebola vaccine set to begin

This episode of the Global News Podcast covers a range of international developments, from the approval of human trials for a new Ebola vaccine in the UK to escalating tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The report also examines how Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure are causing fuel shortages and investigates how weak espionage laws in Japan may allow Russian intelligence to exploit high-tech components. Additionally, the episode explores investigations into Japanese technology exports to Russia via Vietnam, devastating wildfires in Spain's Almería region, and the impact of Typhoon Bavi in China. The episode concludes with an extensive tribute to the life and career of actor Sam Neill.

13 srp 2026
7143-

Bangkok bar fire kills at least 27

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers several major international stories, including a fatal fire at a bar in Bangkok and escalating military tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The program also investigates the arrest of a Chinese national accused of leading a fentanyl supply chain and explores the rising private market value of dinosaur fossils. Additionally, the episode reports on the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, the posthumous pardon of Ruth Ellis, and a tribute to the late BBC journalist David Willey. The episode concludes with a reflection on the state of the American Dream.

13 srp 2026
7142-

The Global Story: Citizen Vigilante and Elon Musk’s war on ‘woke’ films

Este episódio analisa o filme 'Citizen Vigilante', estrelado por Armie Hammer, e sua conexão com a agenda política de Elon Musk. O jornalista Mike Wendling explora como a obra utiliza temas de violência e imigração para promover mensagens de extrema-direita, destacando a promoção ativa de Musk na plataforma X. A discussão aborda a linha tênue entre cinema de vigilante e propaganda política, examinando o papel de Musk na promoção de conteúdos polêmicos e o surgimento de nichos de mercado para filmes conservadores. O debate também contempla o impacto do 'efeito Streisand' e as críticas de Musk ao que ele denomina 'wokeism' em Hollywood.

12 srp 2026
7141-

US launches fresh strikes on Iran

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers a range of international developments, including US airstrikes against Iranian positions and the resulting tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the Trump administration's subpoenas of journalists. The report also covers devastating wildfires in southern Spain and the release of a Chinese pastor following diplomatic pressure. Additionally, the episode explores the mystery of Havana syndrome, Russian bombardments in Ukraine, and the debate over Alberta's potential independence from Canada. The program also discusses The Onion's attempt to purchase the Infowars website to use satire against Alex Jones, alongside the ongoing legal battles and unpaid judgments involving Jones and the Sandy Hook families.

12 srp 2026