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Minnesota Democratic politician killed in targeted shooting

A huge search is underway for the man who shot dead Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark

Israel and Iran continue strikes - extra edition

Israel launches new strikes in response to Iranian counterattacks

Iran retaliates with missile attacks on Israel

Earlier, Israel carried out waves of strikes, hitting Iranian nuclear facilities

Israel strikes Iran: World leaders urge restraint

The IDF says many retaliatory drones from Iran were intercepted

Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites - extra edition

Iran says two of its senior military commanders were killed

Air India plane crash: Only one survivor of 242 people on board

The man who survived said he had no idea how he got out of the wreckage

More than 240 people dead in Air India crash

The plane to London crashed shortly after take-off in Ahmedabad

Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad with 242 on board

The plane crashed into a residential area shortly after take-off

LA unrest: First federal charges for protesters

The two people who have been charged could face up to 10 years in prison

LA protests: Mass arrests after curfew kicks in

President Trump has sent 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines

Israel 'outraged' after UK sanctions far-right ministers

The UK and four other countries have sanctioned Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich

Shootings in Gaza claim the lives of Palestinians desperate for food

Some people were trying to steal flour from an aid convoy

Trump to deploy 700 marines to Los Angeles

California Attorney General accuses Trump of trying to manufacture a crisis

Israel blocks activist Gaza aid ship

Greta Thunberg and French lawmaker among those detained

Los Angeles: Clashes erupt for a third day as the US National Guard arrives

Tear gas and rubber bullets used to disperse crowds

More shootings in Gaza near aid distribution centre

Hamas says six people were killed; Israel says it fired warning shots

The Happy Pod: Rodent on the run returns

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

Man wrongly deported is back in US to face charges

El Salvador agreed to release Ábrego García after the US presented an arrest warrant

Trump says Musk has 'lost his mind'

After reports of peace overtures, the row between the two men continues

Trump-Musk relationship implodes with insults and threats

Elon Musk repeatedly criticised the US president's huge tax and spending bill

Israeli military recovers two hostages' bodies in Gaza

Judi Weinstein Haggai and Gadi Haggai were killed in the Hamas attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz

US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire

UN vote comes amid growing concern over the distribution of aid in Gaza

Red Cross chief: 'Gaza worse than hell on Earth'

Mirjana Spoljaric told the BBC that humanity in Gaza was failing

Israel-Gaza: Are we witnessing war crimes?

Anna Foster leads a debate on whether war crimes have taken place in Israel and Gaza

IDF says it will investigate the deaths of Palestinian civilians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza on Tuesday

UN has renewed calls for an immediate investigation into all such recent incidents

Palestinians killed while collecting aid in Gaza

It's the third reported incident in three days

President Zelensky calls for tough sanctions on Russia

His demand follows a failure to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine hold brief talks despite heavy drone attacks

Moscow was expected to present its terms for a ceasefire

Ukraine launches drone attacks on Russian bombers

Ukraine claims to have left more than 40 Russian bomber planes burning.

US rejects Hamas' response to Gaza ceasefire proposal

The militant group neither fully rejected nor totally accepted the plan

The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese

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

Musk leaves Trump administration

Trump paid tribute to Elon Musk for axing government spending

UN warns entire Gaza population at risk of famine

UN humanitarian chief says the world has a responsibility to do more

US appeals court rules that Trump tariffs can stay in place for now

Small businesses and a group of US states had challenged the measures

Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank

Israeli ministers say 22 new Jewish settlements have been approved

Dodging Russian drones in Donetsk

A special report from eastern Ukraine where Russian forces are advancing

Germany promises Ukraine long-range missiles to fight Russia

The new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, said Berlin will help Kyiv defend itself

Crowds overrun new aid distribution site in Gaza

The UN has described the scenes as heartbreaking

US and Israeli-backed group distributes aid in Gaza

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aims to bypass the United Nations

US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire

The developments came as Israel continued its bombardment of Gaza

Israeli strike kills dozens sheltering in Gaza school

Ambulance workers tell the BBC of arriving to 'horrific' scenes

US remembers George Floyd

Floyd family promise to continue campaign for racial justice

Ukraine accuses Russia of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war

Ukraine says most prisoners released by Russia were beaten, isolated and brainwashed

The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health

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

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% on smartphones

US President Donald Trump warns of 50% tariff on all goods sent to the US from the EU

Ukraine and Russia take part in biggest prisoner swap since invasion

President Trump says the exchange "could lead to something big"

The Trump administration stops Harvard from enrolling foreign students

The university says the ban is unlawful

Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead in Washington DC

Israel's foreign minister blames antisemitism and anti-Israel incitement

Trump confronts South African leader with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'

The South African leader disputed Mr Trump's allegations

Paramilitaries pushed out of key state

Sudan's army says it has liberated all of Khartoum state

UN says no aid yet distributed in Gaza as international pressure on Israel mounts

Israel agreed on Sunday to allow a "basic amount of food" to enter Gaza

UN says Israel to allow 100 aid trucks into Gaza

The UN humanitarian chief had warned of thousands of baby deaths

Trump says Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks

The US president said conditions for peace in Ukraine would need to be negotiated

Netanyahu: Israel plans to take over all of Gaza

The Israeli PM vows to 'take control of all' of Gaza to prevent Hamas looting aid

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

It's believed that Mr Biden's family are reviewing treatment options

Trump to call Putin to stop Ukraine 'bloodbath'

President Trump says he will phone Vladimir Putin on Monday about ending the war

The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others

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

Ukraine and Russia agree prisoner swap after direct talks

The direct talks between Russia and Ukraine ended without a ceasefire agreement

Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify

Almost 100 Palestinians killed, says Hamas authority

US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine

Marco Rubio says breakthrough not likely until President Trump meets Vladimir Putin

Trump signs major trade deals with Qatar

They include a huge order for Boeing planes

Donald Trump meets Syrian leader

The brief meeting with Ahmed al-Sharaa came after the US lifted sanctions on Syria

Trump agrees huge arms deal on Saudi visit

US president also pledged to lift all Syrian sanctions

Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia

The president hopes to be able to secure deals worth $1 trillion

Israeli-US hostage reunites with family after being freed by Hamas

Crowds celebrated in Tel Aviv's 'Hostage Square'

US agrees trade deal with China

US and China agree to slash tariffs for 90 days

Zelensky challenges Putin to meet him

It follows President Trump's demand that both countries meet

Pakistan and India accuse each other of violating ceasefire

The truce ended four days of cross-border attacks but blasts were heard in Kashmir

The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s

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

Putin hosts Russia's Victory Day parade

Putin marks the 80th anniversary by defending his invasion of Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV - the world reacts

Who is Robert Prevost, the first US born pope?

Robert Prevost becomes first American pope: Special episode

The new pope is Robert Prevost, who will be known as Pope Leo XIV

Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire 'a farce'

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating the three-day truce

First conclave vote ends in black smoke

Vatican cardinals fail to elect new pope

Kashmir crisis questions

Why are tensions escalating between India and Pakistan over Kashmir? Our experts explain

Pakistan vows to respond to Indian strikes

Dozens killed as Pakistan and India exchange fire

India strikes Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir

It follows a deadly attack on Indian tourists two weeks ago

Crisis vote in German parliament

Is Friedrich Merz the new German chancellor?

Israel's plan to expand its military offensive in Gaza is widely criticised

The Israeli PM says the plan is necessary to defeat Hamas

How will the next Pope be chosen?

A special podcast answering your questions on the conclave which will select the new Pope

Israeli army starts calling up reservists for planned expansion of Gaza offensive

Israel is aiming to put pressure on Hamas to release all remaining hostages in Gaza.

Australian PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win

The opposition leader acknowledged his opponents had won a historic victory

The Happy Pod: The rescued Ukraine lions learning to roar again

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

Prince Harry tells BBC he wants reconciliation with the Royal Family

Buckingham Palace says security issues have been examined repeatedly by the courts

Trump replaces National Security Adviser Mike Waltz

Mike Waltz had added a journalist to a group chat discussing military plans

US signs historic natural resources deal with Ukraine

Kyiv and Washington agree deal giving US access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals

Pakistan warns of imminent military strikes from India

Tensions rise following the deadly attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir

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

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?

Higher US tariffs on hold but China trade war grows

President Trump has increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%

Roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub kills scores of people

Emergency workers say many people remain trapped in the debris

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

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'

The Happy Pod: A gift that reopened the world

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

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

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

The Ukraine War: What happens next?

Your Ukraine questions answered by BBC experts

The Happy Pod: Learning to play the guitar one handed

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

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

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

Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal

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

The Happy Pod: From rescue to romance

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

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

The Happy Pod: the volunteer vet travelling the world

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

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

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

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.

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