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What in the World

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Climate Change
Social Media
Iran
Gen Z
United States
Donald Trump
China
Ukraine
Mental Health
Israel
Tiktok
Nigeria
BBC World Service
Taylor Swift
Gaza
Indonesia
Sudan
Russia
India
COP 30

Helping you make sense of what’s happening in your world. Big stories, small stories and everything in between. Understand more, feel better. Five days a week, Monday to Friday.

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The Met Gala is the super bowl of fashion. It’s a relatively small event, only open to a small number of invited guests - usually around 450. Tables cost upwards of around $350,000 , while individual tickets are reported to go for about $75,000. And ... more

Tensions are high in the Middle East, not just because of the US-Israeli war with Iran but also because the region has been dealing with a long period of severe drought. The social and economic consequences of these events has fuelled a lot of online... more

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After literacy levels started to fall in Sweden, the country’s government is cutting down on tablets and laptops…and bringing back good old pens and paper. Not everyone thinks this is the right approach though. Some tech bosses say limiting technolog... more

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Under new rules brought in by Fifa, footballers who cover their mouths during verbal confrontations will be sent off at this year’s World Cup. It’s hoped that these measures will help prevent abusive behaviour.

Some critics of the rule say that foot... more

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Sam Harris
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Episode: Footballers banned from covering their mouths at the World Cup
Reagan Morris
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Episode: Who is the suspected Washington dinner gunman?
Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Host of Fame under Fire (BBC podcast)
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Episode: D4vd murder charge: What we know so far
Mollie Perella
BBC reporter
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Episode: Why your favourite artist isn’t touring in your city
Jose Carlos Cueto Lopez
Journalist for BBC Mundo
BBC Mundo
Episode: People in Cuba are living in the dark
Jen Novakovich
Cosmetic scientist
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Episode: Why is talc in my make-up and is it safe?
Astero Clampazza
Dr. Astero Clampazza, Institute for Cancer Research, London
Institute for Cancer Research (London)
Episode: Why is talc in my make-up and is it safe?
Manuel Rueda
Freelance journalist in Bogota, Colombia
Bogota-based journalist
Episode: Why are Colombia’s cocaine hippos gonna get killed?
Rajini Vaidyanathan
BBC correspondent
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Episode: Hungary elections: the Orbán era is over

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Iqra Farooq
Host of various informative segments focusing on global stories, making complex topics accessible and engaging for listeners.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 415 ratings
  • Fantastic

    This podcast is super interesting! I do enjoy listening to it !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miglioremary83
    Italy8 months ago
  • .

    Good but they speak verry fast and I don’t understand the half.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Meeeee the best 😝
    France9 months ago
  • No depth

    So short. I don’t feel you answer many questions about the topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jake90985
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • How the search for Miss South Africa turned ugly

    Please report accurately on the eligibility of contestants

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mpho Tshukudu
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast on Korean Shamans!

    I thought Soo Min Kim provided a captivating exploration of the evolution of shamanism over time. It was interesting to see the historical shifts and understand how these traditions have adapted to modern society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benthomas315
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Critics point out a need for deeper exploration of subjects, feeling some episodes may not fully address complex issues.
Listeners appreciate the informative and timely nature of the content, highlighting the effective engagement with pressing global issues.
Many find the broad range of topics appealing, noting that the discussions are both enlightening and thought-provoking.

Chart Rankings

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#185
Italy/News
Apple Podcasts
#69
Taiwan/News
Apple Podcasts
#71
Japan/News
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#77
Russia/News
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#80
Saudi Arabia/News
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#87
United Arab Emirates/News

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Footballers banned from covering their mouths at the World Cup
Q: What challenges exist in enforcing this rule during a match?
Determining exactly what was said, language barriers, and the relative weight of context make it difficult to prove, requiring referee judgment and video assistance.
Footballers banned from covering their mouths at the World Cup
Q: How does the new rule interact with existing laws about abusive language?
It supplements law 12 by giving referees discretion in interpretive circumstances, using lip-reading and context rather than relying solely on clear, provable examples of abuse.
Footballers banned from covering their mouths at the World Cup
Q: What is the purpose of the new rule about players covering their mouths in confrontations?
To deter confrontational abuse by allowing officials to punish players who cover their mouths during such moments, thereby reducing instances of threatening or racist language on the pitch.
Why your favourite artist isn’t touring in your city
Q: How do residencies affect fans and ticket prices?
Fans may face higher prices or travel challenges, but residencies can create deeper, longer shows; ticket pricing is influenced by production costs and inflation, with dynamic pricing sometimes leading to seen price fluctuations, though some promotions occur to fill venues.
Why your favourite artist isn’t touring in your city
Q: What is driving the shift from world tours to artist residencies?
The guest explains that easier logistics, reduced travel stress, and the opportunity to cultivate a more personal, consistent show in one place are major factors, along with concerns about burnout and the desire to offer immersive experiences for fans.

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2. Reagan Morris
3. Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
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