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The Top Story

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Because your time matters, "The Top Story" will focus on the biggest news stories of the day that no one can miss. You'll hear the why and the how for a stronger understanding of all the top events that occur around the world. Subscribe to gain a competitive advantage in preparing yourself for the news events that shape our lives and our future.

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Join us in this special edition of The Top Story as we explore the highlights of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to South Korea, the outcomes of the APEC meeting, and how these moments are shaping the Asia-Pacific’s shared future.

The EU is pausing its planned retaliatory tariffs against the United States until early August. Negotiations aiming to secure a ceasefire in Gaza have stalled over aid distribution and the scale of a potential Israeli withdrawal. A program in South A... more

The top diplomats of Russia and the U.S. meet in Kuala Lumpur, exchanging views on bilateral relations and Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls on China, Japan, South Korea and ASEAN members to continue to advance regional integration. The... more

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol returns to jail with an approved warrant, accused of obstruction of justice and abuse of power. The European Union remains hopeful of reaching a trade deal with the U.S. before August 1st. Yemen’s Houthis a... more

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Audrey McAlpine
Reporter with the Associated Press covering Ukraine
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Dasha Chernyshova
Reporter providing updates from the Russian capital
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Rami al-Maghari
Reporter covering developments in Gaza
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Nadia Swan
Reporter covering China and GCC relations
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Ina Tangen
Senior Fellow at Taihe Institute and Chair of Asia Narratives
Taihe Institute
Episode: Protesters clash with National Guard in Los Angeles as Trump pledges "law and order"
Professor Kirill Kokhtish
Professor at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Episode: Russia-Ukraine: Putin not attending peace talks in Turkiye
Christian Bello
Owner of a roofing supply company affected by US tariffs
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Muhammad Qa'ir Hesmaw
Reporter from Mogadishu covering security issues in Somalia
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Lei Xiangping
Reporter covering effects of climate change on coffee production in Brazil
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Qi Zhi
Host of various episodes and known for engaging discussions on current affairs and global news.
Xi Zhi

Reviews

3.2 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • A different voice

    It’s nice to have a different voice in a world dominated by the biased Western media. The media world also needs to be diversified with various voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coolair123
    United States2 years ago
  • Need more backgrounds

    Hope to hear more explanations and backgrounds behind the stories. People outside China really don’t know much about the country. Plus we’d like to hear more worlds’ top stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabio Har
    United States4 years ago
  • Pathetic

    The 9/23/2020 episode in particular, in addition to all recent episodes, was just an attempt to gloss over China’s Holocaust in East Turkistan. Complete trash.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shawn Lynott
    United States5 years ago
  • got you! From Coronavirus...

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sibyl9264
    China5 years ago

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Los Angeles sees fourth consecutive day of protest violence
Q: Do you believe the situation is escalating here?
Matthew expresses confidence that the situation will continue to escalate as the night goes on.
Los Angeles sees fourth consecutive day of protest violence
Q: What happened to you during the protests?
Matthew describes being peacefully protesting when he was suddenly shot in the leg by a rubber bullet.
Protesters clash with National Guard in Los Angeles as Trump pledges "law and order"
Q: Do you think this is a little bit alarming for the US constitutional establishment?
Ina Tangen says it's more than a little alarming and hopes it's not a preview of things to come.
U.S., Russian delegations meet in Saudi Arabia after talks with Ukraine
Q: What are you hearing on the Sunday talks?
The Ukrainian delegation mentioned that the talks were constructive, while US officials were more optimistic about the possibility of reaching peace soon.
U.S., Russian delegations meet in Saudi Arabia after talks with Ukraine
Q: Nadia, any possible breakthrough for a ceasefire this time?
The talks are focused on a proposed 30-day ceasefire on strikes on energy infrastructure and discussions on a longer-term peace deal.

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Focused on delivering crucial news stories from around the world, this podcast offers in-depth insights into significant global events. With a commitment to presenting not just the facts but also the underlying reasons and implications, episodes tackle a diverse range of topics including international relations, economic impacts, and environmental issues. Listeners can expect a well-rounded analysis of the day's most pressing stories, equipping them with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of our ever-changing world.

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2. Dasha Chernyshova
3. Rami al-Maghari
4. Nadia Swan
5. Ina Tangen
6. Professor Kirill Kokhtish
7. Christian Bello
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