6392 - Netanyahu meets Trump at White House amid Gaza ceasefire talks
The Israeli PM, Benjamin Netanyahu, meets US President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss ways to end the Gaza conflict. Also: Russian minister sacked by Putin found dead, and gangs burn down Haiti's Oloffson hotel.
Tue, 08 Jul 2025
6391 - Australian woman guilty of murder in toxic mushroom trial
Australian Erin Patterson guilty of murdering three relatives with a beef wellington laced with death cap mushrooms. Also: 20 years since the London 7/7 bombings, and the latest on rescue efforts after Texas floods.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025
6390 - More bodies recovered in Texas after Friday's catastrophic flash floods
The authorities in Texas say dozens remain missing after recent flash floods, with search efforts continuing. Also: Qatar hosts Gaza ceasefire talks, and France's top TV game champion eliminated after 647 episodes.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025
6389 - Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party
The billionaire, Elon Musk, is launching a new political party after falling out with President Trump. Also: Israel is sending a delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks, and swimming in the river Seine in Paris.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025
6388 - The Happy Pod: The surgeon who left his wedding to save a life
A surgeon who left his wedding to save a life says it's inspired him to help more people. Also: one man's adventures with a pet goose; a police officer reunited with a baby he rescued; and why we should eat more custard.
Sat, 05 Jul 2025
6387 - Hamas submits positive response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
Hamas says it has delivered a "positive response" to mediators on Gaza ceasefire proposal - but wants guarantee that Israel's bombardment will not resume. Also: President Trump signs flagship tax package into law.
Fri, 04 Jul 2025
6386 - Russia accused of 'widespread' use of chemical weapons
Dutch and German intelligence accuse Moscow of 'widespread' use of chemical weapons in Ukraine. Also; Donald Trump says a ceasefire is nearing for Gaza, and today is gonna be the day. Oasis are back!
Fri, 04 Jul 2025
6385 - Gaza aid contractor says he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians
A contractor who worked at aid distribution sites in Gaza says he saw colleagues firing on Palestinians waiting for food. The GHF categorically denies the allegations. Also: objects in space, and big Roman footwear.
Fri, 04 Jul 2025
6384 - Footballer Diogo Jota dies in car crash
Liverpool and Portugal footballer, Diogo Jota, killed in car crash in Spain, aged 28. He had three young children and had just married his long-term partner. Also, Thailand gets a second caretaker prime minister in a week.
Thu, 03 Jul 2025
6383 - 'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering but guilty on other charges
A New York jury clears Sean "Diddy" Combs of sex trafficking and racketeering but finds him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. Also, dining on foie gras in space and marking moths' decline in sound.
Thu, 03 Jul 2025
6382 - Trump blocks Ukraine weapons deliveries
Ukraine fears US suspension on weapons deliveries could "encourage" Russia. Also: Trump says Israel has agreed to a 60 day ceasefire in Gaza and tells Hamas to accept. Plus, the killer whales offering food to humans.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
6381 - US Senate narrowly passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'
US Senate approves Trump's mega-bill on tax and spending, after Vice-President JD Vance casts tie-breaking vote. Also: Delhi bans fuel sales to old cars to tackle air pollution, and TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
6380 - Thailand PM suspended over leaked phone call
Thailand's PM is suspended after a leaked call sparks outrage. Turkish police arrest more than a hundred city officials in Izmir, an opposition stronghold. Also: can robots play better football than us?
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
6379 - Israeli strike on Gaza seafront cafe
Many Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli air strike at a popular seafront cafe in Gaza. Also: Microsoft AI system diagnoses patients "much better than doctors", and big wins not so big in Norwegian lottery.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
6378 - UN warning: Millions at risk after Sudan food aid cuts
The UN is warning that millions of Sudanese refugees fleeing war are at risk, after drastic cuts to food programmes. Also: Palestinians in Gaza report one of the worst nights of Israeli bombing in weeks and why Wimbledon is changing one of its oldest traditions.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025
6377 - Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza
Israel has ordered Palestinians to evacuate from parts of northern Gaza ahead of increased military action. Also: Spain records temperature of 46C in Europe heatwave, and would you eat bugs if they taste like bacon?
Mon, 30 Jun 2025
6376 - Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict
A state funeral has been held in Iran for military commanders and nuclear scientists, killed during the 12-day conflict with Israel. Also: Budapest Pride march draws huge crowds in defiance of Orban legal threats.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025
6375 - The Happy Pod: A song fit for a King
We meet Jack Pepper, the composer who's written a song for King Charles. The piece celebrates the harmony between people and the natural world. Also: hope for Alzheimer's patients; and how tourism could help stray dogs.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025
6374 - US Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump orders
The top court in the US has ruled judges in lower courts have limited ability to block presidential orders. Also: DR Congo and Rwanda sign long-awaited peace deal, and should we be letting maggots eat our food waste?
Sat, 28 Jun 2025
6373 - Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system
The US pumps millions into Gaza Humanitarian Foundation - but MSF calls the scheme "slaughter masquerading as aid." Also: US set to get rare earth metals after deal with Beijing, and a breakthrough against a rare disease.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025
6372 - US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's leader dismisses it as 'showmanship'
The US defence secretary insists their strikes undermined Iran's nuclear plans. Also: Journalist Anna Wintour is to step down as US Vogue editor, and a man whose crimes helped create the term Stockholm Syndrome has died.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025
6371 - Iran crisis: your questions answered
A special episode answering your questions about the Iran crisis. BBC experts discuss Iran's nuclear ambitions, possibilities of regime change and the impact on the wider Middle East.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025
6370 - Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its attacks on nuclear sites
Iran's leader claims US strikes on nuclear facilities achieved "nothing significant". The US defence secretary says otherwise. Also: Iranians share what they want from their leaders, and North Korea’s new beach resort.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025
6369 - At least eight dead in Kenya anti-government protests
Thousands of people protested on the anniversary of the storming of Kenya's parliament. Also: President Trump's emotional encounter with a BBC Ukrainian reporter and the Scottish conman whose tea wasn't homegrown.
Wed, 25 Jun 2025
6368 - Trump says US strikes set Iran's nuclear programme back 'decades'
President Trump dismisses leaked intelligence report that cast doubt on success of Iran strikes. Also: millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls and could weight loss drugs be changing our shopping habits?
Wed, 25 Jun 2025
6367 - Netanyahu claims historic victory over Iran
The Israeli PM has claimed an historic victory over Iran as a ceasefire seems to be holding. Also: Protesters force Amazon's Jeff Bezos to move his wedding celebration in Venice, and how nightmares damage your health.
Wed, 25 Jun 2025
6366 - President Trump lashes out at Iran and Israel after ceasefire violations
Donald Trump says he is not happy after the ceasefire between Israel and Iran was violated. Also: NATO leaders are meeting and could a 33-year-old Muslim become the Democratic candidate for New York mayor?
Tue, 24 Jun 2025
6365 - Iran fires missiles at US Qatar base
Iran has launched missiles at a key US airbase in Qatar in response to American attacks on its main nuclear sites. Meanwhile, Israel has attacked government targets in Iran, and Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire.
Mon, 23 Jun 2025
6364 - Israel strikes Iran's Fordo nuclear site in fresh wave of attacks
Israel says it has hit access routes to Iran's main nuclear enrichment site a day after US attacks. The UN's nuclear watchdog says it must be allowed to assess the damage to Iran's nuclear programme.
Mon, 23 Jun 2025
6363 - US strikes Iran: UN chief warns against cycle of retaliation
At an emergency session of the UN Security Council, Antonio Guterres warned that fighting needed to stop and negotiations should resume. Also: 20 people are dead after a suicide bombing in the Syrian capital, Damascus.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025
6362 - Iran condemns US attacks on its nuclear facilities
Iran's foreign minister says the US crossed a big red line by bombing Iranian nuclear facilities. We ask what options Tehran has now. Also: Markets are reacting calmly so far, but worries remain.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025
6361 - US targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition
President Trump says US strikes have obliterated three Iranian nuclear facilities. The Israeli Prime Minister has called his decision bold; Iran says the attack is outrageous and will have everlasting consequences.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025
6360 - Israel strikes Iran as US 'moves B-2 bombers'
Israel has been striking targets across Iran amid reports that the US is moving B-2 bombers to a base in the Pacific. Also: The science of revenge, and the healing power of video games.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025
6359 - The Happy Pod: Sending my mother's ashes around the world
The woman fulfilling her mother's dreams of travel by launching her ashes out to sea in a bottle. It's brought her happiness amid her grief. Also: Thailand's tigers bounce back; and making hospitals happier for children.
Presenter: Nick Miles. Music composed by Iona Hampson
Sat, 21 Jun 2025
6358 - Gaza aid deaths: Why does this keep happening?
Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed near aid sites since late May. The Israeli military has repeatedly said it will investigate such reports. We ask why this keeps happening.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025
6357 - European ministers hold talks with Iran as conflict continues
As the conflict between Israel and Iran enters its second week, European ministers are meeting Iran's top diplomat as part of efforts to end the fighting. Also; Spain's political crisis and the tigers making a comeback.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025
6356 - Trump to decide if US will attack Iran 'within two weeks'
The White House says Trump will decide whether to attack Iran within two weeks because there is a "substantial chance of negotiations". Also: why killing a Lithuanian bear outraged hunters, and the search to name storms.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025
6355 - Israeli hospital hit by Iranian missile
An Iranian missile hits a hospital in the Israeli town of Beersheba. Israel vows revenge. Also: Australia's poison mushroom trial draws to a close, and the archaeologists solving a 2000 year old jigsaw puzzle.
Thu, 19 Jun 2025
6354 - Trump keeps world guessing on Iran strikes
US president meets national security team again to discuss next steps on Iran. Also: once called the Russian Davos, the St Petersburg International Economic Forum fails to attract western business leaders.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025
6353 - Iran warns Trump against joining war with Israel
Iran’s supreme leader says he will never surrender to Israel and warned the US not to intervene in the war. Also: More people killed in Gaza near an aid centre, and the tennis legend Martina Navratilova on her career.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025
6352 - Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender'
Donald Trump has demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" and is said to be deciding if the US will join Israeli strikes on Iran. Also: offloading e-waste in Thailand, and how a 3D printed face changed a man's life.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025
6351 - Dozens of Palestinians killed in Israeli fire at aid site in Gaza
Gaza's health ministry says at least 51 Palestinians have been killed while waiting at a food distribution site in Gaza. Also: President Trump says he wants "a real end" to the fighting between Israel and Iran.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025
6350 - Israel attacks Iranian state TV
Israel has hit Iranian state TV as Tehran has reportedly reached out to end the war. Also: The suspect in the killing of a Minnesotan lawmaker is charged with murder, and the owners splashing out on their pet's birthday.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025
6349 - Iran and Israel exchange heavy strikes for fourth day
Israel says it has full control of the skies over Tehran and destroyed a third of Iran's missile launchers. Also: we hear from inside Iran, and for the first time, a woman takes charge of Britain's MI6 spy agency.
Mon, 16 Jun 2025
6348 - Israeli strikes kill an Iran intelligence chief as conflict intensifies
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel are "over the skies of Tehran" and have killed an Iran intelligence chief. In response, Iran carries out its first daytime strikes into Israel.
Mon, 16 Jun 2025
6347 - The Happy Pod: The tiny dog back home after a big adventure
A tiny dog famous for her big adventure reunites with her overjoyed owners, after 529 days in the wild. Also: the escaped Tennessee Zebra; why a man risked his life to save 41 others; and a footballing first for Senegal.
Sun, 15 Jun 2025
6346 - Minnesota Democratic politician killed in targeted shooting
The search in the US for the man who shot dead a Democratic politician in a targeted killing. Also: Israel and Iran threaten to step up their attacks, and getting away from the electro-magnetic radiation of modern life.
Sun, 15 Jun 2025
6345 - Israel and Iran continue strikes
The Israeli air force says it is continuing to attack targets inside Iran. Overnight, Iran launched retaliatory air strikes across Israel. We test the mood in both countries and ask where the conflict might go next.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025
6344 - Iran retaliates with missile attacks on Israel
Loud blasts have been heard across Israel following another wave of retaliatory airstrikes by Iran, including in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Also: black box flight recorder found at Air India crash site.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025
6343 - Israel strikes Iran: World leaders urge restraint
Israel's military says Iran fired about 100 drones towards its territory, many of which were intercepted, in retaliation to Israeli air strikes overnight. Also: an update from the scene of crashed Air India flight AI17.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025
6342 - Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition
Israel has attacked Iran with military strikes that it says are targeting Tehran's nuclear programme. Iran says the head of its armed forces and the top commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard have been killed.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025
6341 - Air India plane crash: Only one survivor of 242 people on board
An investigation is underway into the crash of Air India flight AI-171, which went down shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad. Also: scientists discover a previously unknown species of dinosaur in Mongolia.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025
6340 - More than 240 people dead in Air India crash
More than 240 people killed in a plane crash in Ahmedabad. The Air India flight crashed into a residential area shortly after take-off. Also, Iran accused of failing to meet nuclear safeguard obligations.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025
6339 - Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad with 242 on board
Air India flight to London crashes after take-off in Gujarat. It's reported there are no survivors. The airline says 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, a Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals were on the flight
Thu, 12 Jun 2025
6338 - LA unrest: First federal charges for protesters
Two people are facing the first federal charges in the LA unrest and could serve up to 10 years in prison. Also: Harvey Weinstein is found guilty on one charge of sexual assault, and rare good news from Gaza.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025
6337 - LA protests: Mass arrests after curfew kicks in
Police in LA say there have been mass arrests, amid protests over immigration raids. Also: dozens more Palestinians are killed trying to get to aid centres in Gaza and the latest on Austria's school shooting.
Wed, 11 Jun 2025
6336 - Israel 'outraged' after UK sanctions far-right ministers
Israel says it's "outraged" by sanctions imposed by the UK and four other countries on ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich for "inciting violence." Also: Assad's Syrian prison enforcers, and recording the sounds of glaciers.
Wed, 11 Jun 2025
6335 - Shootings in Gaza claim the lives of Palestinians desperate for food
The Israeli army is investigating reports that drones fired on civilians. Also: Austria is in mourning after students and teachers were killed in a school shooting, and Japan's rice crisis.
Tue, 10 Jun 2025
6334 - Trump to deploy 700 marines to Los Angeles
California sues Trump for deploying National Guard without Governor's permission. Also: another prisoner swap gets underway between Russia and Ukraine.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025
6333 - Israel blocks activist Gaza aid ship
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid yacht, carrying human rights activists. Trump deploys national guard at LA protests. UN Oceans talks open in France. Plus: South Korean sci-fi musical wins big at the Tonys.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025
6332 - Los Angeles: Clashes erupt for a third day as the US National Guard arrives
Tensions escalate in LA as 2,000 National Guardsman arrive, and crowds protest for a third day against raids on undocumented migrants. Also: Palestinians shot dead near an aid site, and the Galapagos Islands' postman.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025
6331 - More shootings in Gaza near aid distribution centre
Hamas says six people were killed by Israeli gunfire near an aid distribution centre in Gaza. Israel says it fired warning shots. Also: Trump says his relationship with Musk is over and Coco Gauff wins the French Open.
Sat, 07 Jun 2025
6330 - The Happy Pod: Rodent on the run returns
Joy in China as Beanbag the Capybara returns after months on the run. The giant rodent's adventures had gripped social media. Also: an ingenious idea making cities greener; and the flatpack furniture world champion.
Sat, 07 Jun 2025
6329 - Man wrongly deported is back in US to face charges
Kilmar Ábrego García is returned to US to face criminal charges, three months after he was mistakenly deported. Also: Republicans try to contain Trump-Musk row, and study finds dehorning rhinos sharply cuts poaching.
Sat, 07 Jun 2025
6328 - Trump says Musk has 'lost his mind'
Donald Trump has said Elon Musk has 'lost his mind' as the explosive row between the two men continues. Also: solving a brutal medieval murder, and what makes chimpanzees yawn.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025
6327 - Trump-Musk relationship implodes with insults and threats
Donald Trump and Elon Musk are involved in a rapidly escalating row, a week after the billionaire businessman left his job as a US presidential adviser. Also: gaming fans queue to buy the Nintendo Switch 2.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025
6326 - Israeli military recovers two hostages' bodies in Gaza
Israeli minister says the retrieval of two Israeli hostages' bodies in Gaza shows only force will bring back those who are still alive. Also: Nintendo's newest console, and are the Dead Sea Scrolls older than thought?
Thu, 05 Jun 2025
6325 - US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire
The US has vetoed UN Security Council's draft resolution calling for an "unconditional and permanent" ceasefire in Gaza. The other 14 members voted in favour. Also: how a daily cup of chickpeas can lower cholesterol.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025
6324 - Red Cross chief: 'Gaza worse than hell on Earth'
The head of the International Red Cross says the situation in Gaza has become 'worse than hell on Earth'. Also: The search for South Africa's illegal mining boss, and could we see data centres in space one day?
Wed, 04 Jun 2025
6323 - Israel-Gaza: Are we witnessing war crimes?
Anna Foster is joined by Afif Safieh, Daniel Levy, Michael Kleiner, Baroness Helena Kennedy KC and the BBC’s Chief International Correspondent, Lyse Doucet, to discuss the war in Gaza. With claims from both sides in this conflict, have we witnessed war crimes in Israel and Gaza?
Wed, 04 Jun 2025
6322 - IDF says it will investigate the deaths of Palestinian civilians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza on Tuesday
The Israeli military says it's to investigate the reported killing on Tuesday of twenty-seven Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution centre in Gaza. Also: Musk calls Trump’s tax bill a “disgusting abomination”.
Wed, 04 Jun 2025
6321 - Palestinians killed while collecting aid in Gaza
Twenty-seven people collecting aid in Gaza are reported to have been killed by the Israeli military. Also: the impact of civil war on children in Sudan, and a library of books that won't be published for 100 years.
Tue, 03 Jun 2025
6319 - Russia and Ukraine hold brief talks despite heavy drone attacks
Russia and Ukraine wrap up a brief round of peace talks - after Ukraine launched an attack on Russian airbases. Also: why Britain is moving to war readiness, and the world's largest digital camera capturing the cosmos.
Mon, 02 Jun 2025
6318 - Ukraine launches drone attacks on Russian bombers
Ukraine claims to have left more than 40 Russian bomber planes burning in a large-scale drone attack. Also: the ICRC in Gaza says it's treated dozens of casualties after a reported attack near an aid distribution centre.
Sun, 01 Jun 2025
6317 - US rejects Hamas' response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
The US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has called Hamas' response to a Gaza ceasefire plan 'totally unacceptable'. Also: What two astronauts did when they were stuck in space, and the life of India's 'Tiger Man'.
Sun, 01 Jun 2025
6316 - The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese
Why the ancient English tradition of chasing a giant cheese down a steep hill is gathering crowds from around the world. Also: a life saving donation from a stranger half a world away; and Brazil's beatboxing nuns.
Sat, 31 May 2025
6315 - Musk leaves Trump administration
Donald Trump has heaped praise on Elon Musk at a press conference marking his exit from the US government. Also: The scientist behind the abortion pill dies, and Taylor Swift buys back her master recordings.
Fri, 30 May 2025
6314 - UN warns entire Gaza population at risk of famine
UN says the world must do more to save the entire population of Gaza from famine. Also: BBC finds the EU has spent more on Russian oil and gas than aid to Ukraine, and do parents know best when it comes to child health?
Fri, 30 May 2025
6313 - US appeals court rules that Trump tariffs can stay in place for now
US President Donald Trump can keep collecting import taxes, an appeals court has ruled, a day after a ruling found the sweeping global tariffs to be illegal. Also: Chinese paraglider survives 8,000m-high flight.
Fri, 30 May 2025
6312 - Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
Israeli ministers say 22 new Jewish settlements have been approved in the occupied West Bank - the biggest expansion in decades. Also: A US federal court blocks many of President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.
Thu, 29 May 2025
6311 - Dodging Russian drones in Donetsk
A special report from the frontline in eastern Ukraine where Russian forces are advancing. Also: remembering the renowned Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong'o, and saving lives with a defibrillator on Mount Everest.
Wed, 28 May 2025
6309 - Crowds overrun new aid distribution site in Gaza
Thousands of Palestinians have stormed an aid distribution site in Gaza set up by a US and Israeli-backed group, a day after it began working there. Also: a Turkish bakery revives a 5,000-year-old bread recipe.
Wed, 28 May 2025
6308 - US and Israeli-backed group distributes aid in Gaza
The first aid delivery into Gaza by a US and Israeli-backed group has been dismissed by the UN as a "distraction". Also: King Charles is to deliver a key speech in Canada's parliament, and the world's oldest human fingerprint.
Tue, 27 May 2025
6307 - US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire
The US envoy Steve Witkoff rejects a claim by Hamas that it has accepted an American plan for a Gaza truce. Also: car drives into Liverpool football fans, and the Blue Danube waltz is to be broadcast to deep space.
Tue, 27 May 2025
6305 - US remembers George Floyd
Family of George Floyd promise to continue campaign for racial justice. Also: Spain calls for arms embargo against Israel over the war in Gaza. And male MPs in New Zealand describe their clothing to support female colleague.
Sun, 25 May 2025
6304 - Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war
Ukraine says almost all prisoners released by Russia in the latest exchange were beaten, isolated and brainwashed. Also: an Iranian film shot in secret wins the top prize in Cannes, and the Viagra of the Himalayas.
Sat, 24 May 2025
6303 - The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health
We hear how a man travelling the world with a cuddly duck has encouraged thousands to open up about mental health problems. Also: a roaring success for India's lions; and Kermit the Frog urges graduates to leap together.
Presenter: Valerie Sanderson Music: Iona Hampson
Sat, 24 May 2025
6302 - Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones
President Trump threatens a 50% tariff on all goods sent to the US from the EU. Also: a gang is found guilty of the Kim Kardashian jewellery heist in Paris, and the Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado dies aged 81.
Fri, 23 May 2025
6301 - Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion
Ukraine and Russia exchange hundreds of prisoners, which President Trump says "could lead to something big." Also: we look at the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and in Norway a man finds a ship in his garden.
Fri, 23 May 2025
6300 - The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students
The Trump administration bans Harvard from enrolling foreign students. Also: Israel blames critics of its war on Gaza for the murder of two US embassy staff, and why the Netherlands accuses Belgium of stealing wind.
Thu, 22 May 2025
6298 - Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'
US President Donald Trump confronted his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House, claiming that white farmers were being "persecuted" in the country. Also: climbing Everest using Xenon gas.
Thu, 22 May 2025
6297 - Paramilitaries pushed out of key state
Sudan's army says it has liberated all of Khartoum state from the paramilitary RSF. Also: the UN says new aid supplies have still not been distributed in Gaza, and rapid test could improve treatment for brain tumours.
Wed, 21 May 2025
6296 - UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts
The United Nations says no aid has yet been distributed in Gaza despite aid lorries starting to cross the border after an 11-week blockade. Also: Sesame Street heads to Netflix after Trump cut PBS funding.
Wed, 21 May 2025
6295 - UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza
The UN says Israel to allow 100 aid lorries to enter Gaza; Also: President Trump's real estate company in talks to build tower in Vietnam as it tries to head off huge US export tariffs, and why does the universe exist?
Tue, 20 May 2025
6294 - Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks
US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating towards a ceasefire, after a phone call with Vladimir Putin. Also: videos show capuchin monkeys kidnapping babies of another species.
Tue, 20 May 2025
6292 - Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer
The former US president Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms. Also: Israel says it will allow "basic amount" of food into Gaza, ending 10-week blockade.
Mon, 19 May 2025
6291 - Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'
Donald Trump has said he will call Vladimir Putin on Monday to stop the Ukraine 'bloodbath'. Also: Reuniting Chile's stolen children with their birth parents, and the theft of a statue of Melania Trump.
Sun, 18 May 2025
6290 - The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others
Listener Tania tells us how stories on The Happy Pod helped her fight for life after a near fatal mountain fall. Now she's determined to inspire others. Also: a park designed in a computer game becomes a reality; why happiness boosts vaccines; and the cheerleading businessmen.
Sat, 17 May 2025
6289 - Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks
The first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in more than three years have ended without a ceasefire agreement. Also: a man who attacked the author Salman Rushdie is jailed for 25 years
Fri, 16 May 2025
6288 - Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify
Airstrikes in north Gaza kill nearly 100 Palestinians. Trump ends Mideast trip with business deals but no Israeli hostage breakthrough. Russia-Ukraine peace talks start in Turkey. Plus: Eurovision finalists confirmed
Fri, 16 May 2025