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Trump: the first 100 days

The US president is celebrating a key landmark

What caused the mass power cut in Spain and Portugal?

Cyberattack ruled out as cause of blackouts in Portugal and Spain

Power outage causes chaos in Spain and Portugal

Millions of people were without electricity

Putin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine

Kyiv responds to Russia with a call for a 30-day immediate end to fighting

Man arrested after car drives into Vancouver street festival

Canadian police say the driver has a history of mental health problems

The Happy Pod: International Dance Day special

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

World bids farewell to Pope Francis who told people to 'build bridges, not walls'

People will be able to visit the tomb of Pope Francis from Sunday

Pope Francis funeral - special episode

Dozens of dignitaries joined hundreds of thousands who lined the Rome streets

Final preparations underway for Pope Francis's funeral

Security has been strengthened in Rome for the Pope's funeral

Russian general killed in Moscow car bomb

Russia has described the killing as a "terrorist attack"

President Trump says he is 'not happy' with deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv

Mr Trump previously accused Ukraine's president of being main obstacle to peace

India-Pakistan tensions rise following deadly Kashmir attack

Modi vows to punish 'every terrorist' involved

US Treasury secretary criticises the IMF and World Bank

The Trump administration says the institutions have deviated from their purpose

Pope lying in state at St Peter's Basilica

Thousands of mourners are filing past Pope Francis's body

IMF downgrades global growth predictions after Trump tariffs

The US is warned its chances of recession have significantly increased

Plans outlined for Pope’s funeral

The Vatican has confirmed details of Pope Francis’s funeral on Saturday

Catholics around the world mourn death of Pope Francis

Vatican says Pope died from a stroke and heart failure

Pope Francis Dies - Global News Podcast Special Episode

His death at 88 follows a lengthy illness

Israel military admits mistakes led to killing of Gaza medics

But the IDF says six of those killed were Hamas members

Zelensky says Russian attacks ongoing despite Putin announcing 'Easter truce'

Ukraine says ceasefire should last 30 days, rather than 30 hours

The Happy Pod: Creating 'Christina's Corner'

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Trump says US will 'pass' on Ukraine peace talks if no progress soon

Donald Trump did not specify a deadline

US threatens to walk away from Ukraine peace talks

US threatens to walk away from Ukraine peace talks if there's no progress within days

Trump and Meloni talk up chances of US trade deal with Europe

Italy's PM is being seen as a mediator between Washington and Europe

US and Europe discuss ending Ukraine war

Ukraine has told allies to increase pressure on Russia to stop the fighting

Judge says US government could be in contempt over deportation flights

The White House said it would contest the decision

UK's top court rules on definition of woman

UK Supreme Court: legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex

The world is urged not to 'look away' from Sudan's civil war

A stark warning of widespread sexual violence as the conflict enters its third year

Trump administration to freeze over $2 billion for Harvard

Harvard professor labels White House actions "groundless" and "vengeful"

Sudan: Hundreds of thousands flee Darfur refugee camp

The UN says it's likely that more than 400 died after attacks by RSF paramilitaries

Zelensky urges Trump to visit Ukraine to witness war devastation

EU calls for maximum pressure on Russia to end the war

Russian missile strike in Ukraine kills over 30

The attack in Sumy is one of the deadliest on Ukrainian civilians this year

Trump exempts smartphones and computers from tariffs

The new list of exempted goods includes many tech products manufactured in China

The Happy Pod: Life-saving rat retires

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

US judge rules Palestinian activist can be deported

The White House says Mahmoud Khalil’s views conflict with US foreign policy

Trump's envoy meets Putin for ceasefire talks

Steve Witkoff arrives in Russia as the US pushes for an end to fighting in Ukraine

Trump recognises tariff 'transition problems'

The trade war between Washington and Beijing deepens

Trump's tariffs explained

What is the future for global tariffs?

China says it won't bow to pressure from Trump tariffs

US-China tariffs could wipe out much trade between the world's biggest economies

Higher US tariffs on hold but China trade war grows

President Trump has increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%

China hikes tariffs on US imports

Beijing retaliates against Trump with 84% levy on American goods

Roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub kills scores of people

Emergency workers say many people remain trapped in the debris

China vows to fight US 'blackmail' over tariffs

China has accused President Trump's administration of threats and blackmail over tariffs

Trump threatens to escalate trade war with China

US to impose additional 50% tariffs on Chinese goods unless retaliation plans scrapped

Global stock markets plunge amid Trump tariff turmoil

European and Asian stocks see worst drop in decades, amid fears of global recession

Le Pen vows to fight political ban

French far-right leader calls embezzlement conviction a 'witch hunt' at Paris rally

Anti-Trump protests in all 50 US states

The “Hands Off!” protests criticised cuts, economic policy and alleged authoritarianism

The Happy Pod: Saving Thailand's street dogs

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

As stock markets tumble again, Trump calls for a cut to interest rates

President Trump calls for a cut to interest rates after stock markets fall again

The Ukraine War: Your Questions Answered

BBC experts answer listener questions

South Korean court upholds impeachment of president

Yoon Suk Yeol apologises as he's stripped of power

Trump tariffs trigger steepest US stocks drop since 2020

President Trump has defended his sweeping global tariffs

World reacts to Trump's sweeping tariffs

Stocks plunge in response to historic shake-up of global trade

President Trump announces sweeping tariffs on US imports

Certain countries will be hit with steeper tariffs based on US trade deficits

Israel expands offensive in Gaza

The defence minister said large areas of the territory would be seized

BBC team reaches Khartoum and finds overwhelming destruction

Government buildings, banks and offices have been destroyed

Myanmar remembers earthquake dead with a minute's silence

Myanmar's rulers say more than 2,700 people are confirmed dead

Myanmar declares week of mourning as death toll rises following earthquake

Aid groups are warning of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Myanmar

French far-right leader, Le Pen, banned from politics for five years

Marine Le Pen was found guilty of embezzlement

Trump 'very angry' with Putin over Ukraine

US President threatened Russia with tariffs unless it agrees to ceasefire within a month

Myanmar earthquake deaths surpass 1600

The UN pleads for the Burmese military to stop attacking rebels in affected areas

The Happy Pod: Football while fasting -- Egypt's Ramadan pastime

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Myanmar earthquake kills at least 144

The military government has appealed for international help

State of emergency declared in Myanmar after huge earthquake

The earthquake struck near Mandalay, which has a population of about 1.5 million people

European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine

They also agree to keep sanctions against Russia

Six killed as Egyptian tourist submarine sinks

Tourist submarine sinks off Egypt's Red Sea coast with at least six people confirmed dead

Trump officials accuse journalist of lying after Signal app leak published in full

The journalist, Jeffrey Goldberg, was inadvertently included in a US security chat group

Sudan’s army retakes Khartoum airport from paramilitary RSF

The Sudanese army says it is close to establishing full control across Khartoum

Trump and intelligence chiefs play down Signal app group chat leak

The US president defended his security adviser who added a journalist to the group chat

Sudanese military accused of carrying out massacre in Darfur

Sudanese military denies killing hundreds of people in airstrike on a market

Erdogan calls Turkey protests 'evil' as unrest continues

Thousands of protestors gathered once again in Istanbul on Monday

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

The EU has urged Turkey to 'uphold democratic values'

Turkish President Erdogan's main rival jailed

Ekrem Imamoglu's detention has sparked some of Turkey's largest protests

Mayor of Istanbul dismisses charges against him

Clashes with riot police as Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul appears in court

The Happy Pod: Tea for two - sharing a brew with a stranger

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested

Police clash with crowds protesting at detention of key opposition figure

Heathrow shutdown causes travel chaos

Counter-terrorism police investigate fire at Heathrow power station

Trump signs executive order to close Department of Education

US President said the DoE would be shut "as quickly as possible"

Israel attacks Gaza in ground offensive

Israeli troops move up Netzarim Corridor which divides north and south of Gaza Strip

Turkey: thousands protest against Istanbul mayor arrest

Ekrem İmamoğlu was the main challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

Ukraine says Russia broke pledge not to attack

Putin promised pause in attacks on Ukraine energy facilities

Putin agrees to pause Ukraine energy attacks during Trump call

But Russian president refuses to accept Ukraine ceasefire plan

Israel launches waves of strikes on Gaza

Hamas says more than 400 people have died

Canadian PM Mark Carney says he wants to reduce security reliance on the US

On his first trip abroad as PM, Mr Carney chose to visit France and the UK instead of US

Trump and Putin to hold Ukraine peace talks on Tuesday

He says they will discuss 'land', 'power plants' and 'dividing up certain assets'

Arrests made after many fatalities in North Macedonia nightclub fire

Reports say the fire was started by sparks from pyrotechnic devices hitting the ceiling

US launches wave of air strikes on Yemen's Houthis

Washington cites Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping as the reason for the air strikes

The Happy Pod: A gift that reopened the world

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Is Putin serious about a ceasefire in Ukraine?

Trump says he thinks Russia is going to make a deal, but others are more sceptical

Trump says ceasefire talks with Putin 'good and productive'

Russia says there is 'cautious optimism' over a ceasefire deal with Ukraine

Putin responds to Trump's ceasefire plan

The Russian leader said he would support a deal, but raised several caveats

Putin visits Kursk after Russian advances - Kremlin

Parts of the Russian region were seized by Ukrainian forces last year

EU retaliates as Trump tariffs expand globally

US tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports have come into effect

Ukraine accepts 30-day ceasefire

After talks in Saudi Arabia, US officials also agree to resume military aid to Ukraine

Pakistan militants attack train in Balochistan

The Baloch Liberation Army threatened to harm the hundreds of passengers on board

Syrian government says operation against Assad loyalists over

Hundreds of civilians are reported have been killed in clashes in two coastal provinces

Trump’s demands over nuclear deal rejected by Iran

Iran's supreme leader rejects Trump's demand to reach nuclear deal

The Happy Pod: Getting engaged in the ashes of our home

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Trump says it's easier dealing with Russia

President Trump says he's finding it "more difficult" to deal with Ukraine

The Ukraine War: What happens next?

Your Ukraine questions answered by BBC experts

Dozens killed in clashes in Syria

Forces linked to Syria's new rulers engaged in heavy fighting

EU agrees to boost defence spending

US and Ukraine officials will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss peace plans

Von der Leyen: 'Europe is at a watershed'

Emergency EU summit on defence begins in Brussels

Trump and Zelensky agree to future talks

Ukraine’s President describes “positive movement” in relationship with US counterpart

Trump tells Congress he's 'just getting started'

US President says Zelensky is ready for peace

Bonus: President Trump addresses Congress

He delivered the longest ever presidential speech to Congress

Trump halts military aid to Ukraine

White House blocks all weapons and equipment going to Ukraine

Trump again accuses Zelensky of not wanting peace

But he denies reports he may end military support for Ukraine

UK announces European plan for peace in Ukraine

The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, says the plan needs backing from the US

Warm welcome for President Zelensky in London

Ukrainian president receives warm welcome in UK after angry clash with Donald Trump

The Happy Pod: Learning to play the guitar one handed

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Huge protests in Greece over train crash justice

Protestors marking two years since Greece's worst train crash clash with police

Trump hosts UK's Keir Starmer at the White House

Talks covered US/UK trade deal and ending Ukraine war

Bibas family funeral takes place in Israel

A family member criticises Israeli officials over the deaths of hostages in Gaza

US and Ukraine strike mineral deal

Trump says Zelensky will sign the deal on Friday in Washington

Britain announces biggest increase in defence spending in decades

The announcement comes a day before the UK Prime Minister visits President Trump

'Peace must not mean a surrender of Ukraine,' Macron says after talks with Trump

The two leaders have been meeting to discuss the war in Ukraine

Germany election: exit polls say conservatives head for victory

The far-right AfD is projected to take second place

The Global Story: Bolsonaro: Is it all over for the 'Trump of the Tropics'?

The former Brazilian president may struggle to stage a comeback

Israel delays scheduled release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners

It comes as Hamas publishes a new video of two Israeli hostages pleading to be released

The Happy Pod: The 'terrible' artist in high demand

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Israel checking Hamas claims that new body handed to Red Cross is Shiri Bibas

It comes after Israel said tests confirmed body handed over on Thursday was not hers

Israel accuses Hamas of 'evil' violation of ceasefire

Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas will pay the full price after tests on body

Trump aide tells Ukraine to ''tone down'' US criticism

Mike Waltz says the US President is "very frustrated" with Volodymyr Zelensky

Hamas releases the bodies of four Israelis

The bodies of four Israeli hostages will be identified in Tel Aviv

Trump calls Zelensky a 'dictator'

The US president accused the Ukrainian leader of "refusing to have elections"

Dismay in Ukraine as Russia and US reset ties

Ukraine emphasizes that Ukraine must be included in any talks about ending the war

Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal

UK PM says US security guarantee only way to deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again

Diplomacy gathers pace over war in Ukraine

US advisers head to Saudi Arabia for talks with Russia - without Ukraine

Ukraine talks could see Europeans excluded

American special envoy says peace talks may involve only US, Russia, and Ukraine.

The Happy Pod: From rescue to romance

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Ukraine's Zelensky meets US vice-president at Munich security conference

Donald Trump blindsided European leaders by opening negotiations with Vladimir Putin

Ukraine's future is focus of Munich Security Conference

US and EU allies discuss Ukraine's peace prospects in Germany

NATO calls for unity as tensions rise with US over Ukraine

The US is ruling out Ukraine joining NATO

Concern in Europe after Trump and Putin agree to start Ukraine talks

EU foreign policy chief warns against giving in to Russia's demands ahead of negotiations

Trump says he expects to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia

The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had also spoken with Donald Trump

Israel says Gaza ceasefire will end unless Hamas frees hostages by Saturday

Netanyahu told Israeli forces to prepare for fighting after Hamas postponed more releases

Trump: “Let all hell break out” if Hamas does not release hostages

Both sides accuse each other of ceasefire violations

Hamas says it will postpone Israeli hostage release

The armed group says Israel violated the ceasefire agreement

President Trump's planned tariffs on steel and aluminium imports widely condemned

Governments in Europe and elsewhere express concern and vow countermeasures

Israeli troops withdraw from corridor that split Gaza in two

Thousands of Palestinians have been travelling back to northern Gaza

Hostages freed and prisoners released in latest Gaza ceasefire exchange

The three hostages were handed over to the Red Cross on Saturday morning

The Happy Pod: the volunteer vet travelling the world

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Judge blocks part of Trump's USAID freeze

Thousands of jobs still set to be slashed at top US aid agency

Top criminal court condemns US sanctions on officials

The International Criminal Court hits back after Trump imposes sanctions on its staff

Egypt warns over Israel's support for Trump's Gaza 'takeover' plan

Cairo said it undermined efforts to extend the current ceasefire

Warmest January on record puzzles climate scientists

Last month was the world's warmest January on record

UN Secretary-General warns US against 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza

Antonio Guterres said the world was seeing the demonisation of an entire people

Trump says US to 'takeover' and 'own' Gaza

Mr Trump's comments have drawn criticism from countries in the region and beyond

Trump and Netanyahu meet at the White House

The visit comes at a critical juncture for the Gaza ceasefire

China hits back against US tariffs

US tariffs of 10% on Chinese imports have come into force

Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Canada and Mexico are the two largest trading partners for the US

US demands Panama 'reduce China's influence' over canal

Secretary of State Rubio said Panama must act or face consequences

Ukraine: 'Moscow bombs boarding school'

Kyiv said the attack in Ukrainian-occupied Russia killed four and injured dozens

The Happy Pod: From security guard to sculptor at the Met Museum

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Trump implements threatened tariffs

The US is imposing tariffs of 25% on Canada and Mexico, and 10% on China

Trump blames diversity policies for US air crash

Investigators say they will be looking at facts

US air crash: 64 feared dead

A passenger jet collided with a military helicopter over the Potomac river in Washington

The Happy Pod: Meet the world's internet dad

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Extreme weather special

We ask why extreme weather events are on the rise and how we can better predict them

Donald Trump begins second term as US president

We assess President Trump's agenda and what it means for the rest of the world

US inauguration special

Donald Trump returns as 47th US president

The Global Story: The fight for the Arctic

Donald Trump has repeated his desire to control Greenland

The Happy Pod: The woman helping thousands of premature babies

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The professionals and tradespeople cleaning up Ghana

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The shop that opened for hugs at Christmas

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

20 years on: Remembering the tsunami

Memorial events held around the Indian Ocean to remember the 220,000 killed

The Happy Pod: 2024 News Review

The happiest stories of the year

The Happy Pod: Playing the piano saved my life

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The cafe spreading the joy of dance

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Biden in largest single-day act of clemency

US president commutes around 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people

Syrian rebels enter Homs and close in on Damascus

Syrian President's grip on power wanes as another strategic city falls to Islamist rebels

Syria special

Syrian rebels intent on overthrowing President Assad converge on the capital, Damascus

The Happy Pod: Meet Italy's Tom Cruise and Blake Lively

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Swimming against depression

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The dolphins who 'smile' at their friends

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

MSF charity pulls out of Haiti's capital after attacks on staff

MSF pulls out of Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince after attacks on staff

The Happy Pod: How saving an otter changed our lives

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Republicans win House in major boost for Trump agenda

Republicans secure total control of US congress after winning House of Representatives

The Happy Pod: The million dollar prize winners saving the planet

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Donald Trump confirmed as 47th US President

Donald Trump pledges to lead the US into a new golden age after election victory

Donald Trump declares victory in US presidential election

Donald Trump poised to make historic comeback not seen in the US in more than a century

The Happy Pod: Marrying the man who saved my life

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The gloves that hug premature babies

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Former Ugandan rebel jailed for 40 years for war crimes

Ex commander in rebel Lord's Resistance Army jailed for 40 years for war crimes in Uganda

US Presidential Election - your questions answered

The Global News Podcast, The Global Story and Americast answer your questions

Israeli PM's home targeted by Hezbollah drone

Benjamin Netanyahu accuses the Iran-backed group of trying to assassinate him

The Happy Pod: The teenager faster than a calculator

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Special: Young Leaders Trying to Change the World

Meet the young people explaining how they would change the world.

The Happy Pod: Kylie thanks fans who got her through cancer

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Israel marks first anniversary of Hamas attacks

Memorial services held in Israel and across the world to mark a year since Hamas attacks

The Happy Pod: Adopting a grandparent to tackle loneliness

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Iran's top cleric defends strikes on Israel in rare public speech

Iran’s supreme leader tells crowd that the October 7th massacre was a 'legitimate act'

Hezbollah "ready if Israel invades Lebanon"

Hezbollah's deputy leader, Naim Qassem, denies the group's military capacity is diminished

The Happy Pod: The young people changing the world

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: AI offers blind runners more freedom

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The Aussie astronaut reaching for the moon

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Doggy paddling the waves

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

China to end foreign adoptions

China ends overseas adoptions and creates uncertainty for those mid process

The Happy Pod: The sky is no limit at 102

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Uniting generations with a splash

Happy stories and positive news from around the world - our weekly collection

Bonus: The Global Story - Is Twitch too big to fail?

Amazon's live-streaming giant is struggling to make profit

The Happy Pod: Finding love at 89 years old

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

More than 40,000 killed in Gaza - Hamas

40,005 dead since the war began ten months ago

The Happy Pod: Panda pair bring joy to San Diego

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The blood test that could spot Alzheimer's early

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

Bonus: The Global Story - The most contested land in the world?

A journey through the land and slogan, between the River Jordan and the Mediterranean sea

The Happy Pod: The surprise star of a US Olympics team

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: South Korea's Samba diplomat

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Inspiring my daughter to donate a kidney

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: How kindness made a dream come true

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: A teacher's life-saving gift

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Knitted together by an unloved sweater

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod Special: The Happiest Country in the World

We travel to Finland to investigate what makes it the happiest country in the world.

The Happy Pod: Reunited with the man who saved my life

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Seoul's 'spaced-out' contest

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: The opera singing rescue dog

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Punching a crocodile to save her sister

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: From pollution to paradise

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

The Happy Pod: Puss in the post

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection

What keeps China’s president up at night?

What keeps China’s president up at night? - The Global Story

Bonus: The Global Story

Could just 100,000 people decide the US election? – The Global Story

Bonus: The Global Story

Trump’s trouble with abortion – The Global Story

Bonus: The Global Story

Bengal famine: The WWII tragedy the world forgot – The Global Story

Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered

Three weeks since Hamas attacked Israel, we put more of your questions to our BBC experts

Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered

Two weeks since Hamas attacked Israel, we put more of your questions to our BBC experts

Gaza Special: Your Questions Answered

The build up to the Hamas attack, why now and what happens next

Special Edition - Artificial Intelligence - who cares?

What is AI? What can it do? A tool for good - or should we be worried?

Special episode: Abortion rights around the world

We investigate the changing dynamic of abortion rights globally

Young voices special

We took questions on Ukraine from young people around the world

Special: Global News Ukrainecast part 2

We answer more of your questions about Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine: On the brink of war?

US President Biden warns Russia might invade Ukraine in February

Omicron versus the world: Your questions answered

The facts, the science, the politics, the economics and the myths

Afghanistan Special: Your Questions Answered

BBC correspondents answer your questions about the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan

Global News Brexitcast

What will Brexit mean for you? We team up with Brexitcast to bring you the answers