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Space nukes, Munich Security Conference and John Kirby on Russia Feb 16, 2024

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Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are set to dominate the annual Munich Security Conference – along with fears of US political divisions. What nuclear weapons in space would mean for humanity. Plus, we speak to White House national security spokesperson John Kirby.

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Super Bowl parade shooting, Indonesia's election, Europe’s birth rate and young Wegovy users Feb 15, 2024

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A shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade has left one dead. Indonesia’s defence minister has declared victory in the election. Europe struggles to boost its birth rates. And weight loss drug use is on the rise among young people.

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Mayorkas, judges under threat and Valentine’s spay Feb 14, 2024

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The House of Representatives has voted to impeach President Biden's top border official.Divisive US politics have led to a leap in threats against judges. Indian security forces fire tear gas to stop protesting farmers from reaching New Delhi. And this Valentine’s Day name an ex, neuter a cat and nix the love.

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Ukraine’s Starlink claims, Israel-Lebanon truce proposal, super sneakers and driverless cars Feb 13, 2024

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Ukraine has said Russian forces are buying Starlink terminals in “Arab countries” for use on the battlefield. France has called for Hezbollah to withdraw 6 miles from the border with Israel as part of a proposal to end hostilities at the Lebanon-Israel frontier. Kelvin Kiptum was targeting marathon history before his death. But the shoe technology now driving the sport means someone else will break the two-hour barrier. Plus, San Francisco’s Waymo arson attack sparks fresh debate over self-driving cars.

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Rafah hostages, Trump’s NATO threat and Super Bowl surprises Feb 12, 2024

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Israel has freed two hostages from Rafah under the cover of airstrikes which local health officials said killed more than 60 Palestinians. The White House and European allies have slammed Donald Trump for his outburst against NATO. Pakistan is in political limbo after a shock election result. Plus, a nail-biting Super Bowl featuring halftime cameos, Taylor Swift on the pitch and Beyonce announcing a country album.

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Eagle Pass: What it's like to live in an infamous border town Feb 11, 2024

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Eagle Pass has shared a border with Mexico for generations, but recently it's become the center of a heated political debate over illegal immigration. An influx of migrants, and surge of Texas National Guard troops trying to stop them, has transformed the town. Immigration reporter Ted Hesson recently visited Eagle Pass to speak with residents about what it's like to live there, and what effect this immigration fight is having on them.

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An internationalist's guide to America’s spectacle: Super Bowl LVIII, Swift and Vegas Feb 10, 2024

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Reuters global sports editor Ossian Shine has traveled the earth covering the world’s biggest sporting events: Olympics, World Cups and Grands Prix. Now, he’ll experience America’s biggest spectacle for the first time. Hear from Ossian and our entertainment and sports journalists about what the world should expect from the first Super Bowl in Las Vegas. (Spoiler alert: this podcast does include Taylor Swift discussions.)

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Biden’s memory, Pakistan’s next government and human ashes on the moon Feb 09, 2024

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President Biden has hit back against a special counsel’s report which described him as a “well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory”. As counting continues after Pakistan’s general election, we look at how the White House views its relationship with the country. Can you send human ashes to the moon? We look at the legal frontiers being tested by privately-funded missions to the moon. Plus, Ukraine replaces its popular army chief, Trump appears headed for victory at the Supreme Court and Super Bowl ticket mania.

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Ukraine aid, Tucker Carlson’s Putin interview and Congo’s M23 rebels Feb 08, 2024

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Democrats have promised a vote on Thursday on a bill to give military aid to Ukraine after Senate Republicans blocked a border security bill that included the funding. Tucker Carlson has said his interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin will be broadcast on Thursday night. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Hamas’ terms for a ceasefire as “delusional”. Thousands of civilians have been forced to flee in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to an offensive by M23 rebels. Plus, China’s ‘Broker Butcher’ and mobile phone coverage is suspended in Pakistan as voters head to the polls.

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Hamas' counteroffer, GOP border battles, Trump and Prince William's duties Feb 07, 2024

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Hamas has proposed a ceasefire plan that would halt fighting in Gaza for four-and-a-half months. Donald Trump has moved closer to an unprecedented criminal trial after a federal appeals court rejected his immunity claim. Prince William is expected to help carry out public duties while King Charles is being treated for cancer. Boeing is facing even more regulatory scrutiny after it emerged a door panel that flew off mid-flight appeared to be missing four key bolts. Plus, Haley’s defeat in Nevada and the bitter fight over US border legislation.

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