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What in the World
What in the World
BBC World Service

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Episodes

How is Rwanda managing the Marburg virus outbreak?

In September, Rwanda detected its first ever outbreak of the highly infectious Marburg virus. Since then there have been more... more

09 Oct 2024 · 14 minutes
How is climate change affecting sport?

This week, the BBC’s Green Sport Awards celebrated athletes from around the world who are using their sporting profile to... more

08 Oct 2024 · 15 minutes
How has life changed in Israel and Gaza?

One year ago, Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an cross-border attack on Israel. It was the deadliest day in Israel’s... more

07 Oct 2024 · 18 minutes
Does Moo Deng have pretty privilege?

Moo Deng, a two-month-old baby pygmy hippo, is Thailand’s unexpected new it girl. She’s now a viral sensation and is... more

04 Oct 2024 · 14 minutes
Iran: What you need to know

On Tuesday night, Iran fired 180 ballistic missiles at Israel. The Iranian military said it was in response to Israel’s... more

03 Oct 2024 · 14 minutes
How matcha tea took over the world

You’ve probably seen people drinking matcha everywhere lately. It really seems to be a case of matcha this, matcha that.... more

02 Oct 2024 · 13 minutes
How modern slavery hides in plain sight

According to the International Labour Organisation around 1 in 150 people globally, are trapped in modern slavery.While some may think... more

01 Oct 2024 · 15 minutes
Israel-Lebanon: What next?

On Friday, Israeli fighter jets dropped dozens of bombs on Lebanon’s capital Beirut, killing Hezbollah’s long-time leader, Hassan Nasrallah. Other... more

30 Sep 2024 · 15 minutes
How do you get a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame?

More than 2,700 stars are embedded into the pavement on the Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, in Los Angeles in... more

27 Sep 2024 · 12 minutes
Should museums give back looted treasures like the Benin Bronzes?

An indigenous red-feather cloak was recently returned to Brazil from a museum in Denmark - where it had been on... more

26 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
How a North Korean defector became a K-pop idol

Twenty-four-year-old Yu Hyuk is a North Korean defector who is about to make his debut as an idol in 1VERSE,... more

25 Sep 2024 · 11 minutes
Who is Sri Lanka’s new leader?

Anura Kumara Dissanayaka has just been elected as president in Sri Lanka’s first election since its economy collapsed in 2022.... more

24 Sep 2024 · 15 minutes
Can a crystal bring humans back to life in case of extinction?

Time capsules preserve artefacts and memories so that people in the future can learn about a particular time in the... more

23 Sep 2024 · 13 minutes
P Diddy: What are the charges against the hip-hop mogul?

Two years ago, rapper and music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs threw a lavish 53rd birthday party at his $61m mansion... more

20 Sep 2024 · 11 minutes
How did thousands of pagers simultaneously explode in Lebanon?

This week thousands of pagers and walkie talkies exploded all at once in Lebanon. Dozens were killed and thousands injured.... more

19 Sep 2024 · 16 minutes
Why has badminton become code for sex in Hong Kong?

Sex education is a hot topic around the world. In Hong Kong, the Education Bureau has released teaching materials that... more

18 Sep 2024 · 12 minutes
The second Trump assassination attempt and the Secret Service

On Sunday authorities say a second attempt was made on the life of Donald Trump. A gunman was allegedly hiding... more

17 Sep 2024 · 13 minutes
Why SpaceX sent a billionaire to walk in space

American entrepreneur and billionaire Jared Isaacman has become the first non-professional astronaut to walk in space. According to Time magazine,... more

16 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
Wildfires and drought in Brazil - what does it mean for the Amazon?

Huge parts of Brazil are on fire. And it’s not just the drier areas. It’s the wetlands and the rainforests,... more

13 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
How are attitudes to sickle cell changing?

Sickle cell is an inherited blood disorder caused by abnormal red blood cells. It can cause sudden bouts of severe... more

12 Sep 2024 · 15 minutes
Has the US given up on gun control?

Last week in the US State of Georgia 14-year-old Colt Gray allegedly walked into his Apalachee High School, took out... more

11 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
Why YouTubers are hitting burnout

YouTube might seem like an easy way to make money, but hungry algorithms and nasty comments are leading to fatigue... more

10 Sep 2024 · 11 minutes
How dangerous is it to be part of the opposition in Venezuela?

Venezuela’s opposition candidate, Edmundo González, has arrived in Spain after being granted asylum. He’d spent weeks in hiding following a... more

09 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
How to make a fake language for movies and TV

A lot of films and TV shows like Game of Thrones, Dune, and Shadow and Bone have their own languages,... more

06 Sep 2024 · 14 minutes
Is university worth the cost?

Some university students in Kenya have been protesting a new funding model which, they say, favours the rich. The government... more

05 Sep 2024 · 15 minutes
Are we too obsessed with celebrities like Chappell Roan?

Chappell Roan has posted on TikTok about "creepy behaviour" she's experienced in person and online. She’s one of this year’s... more

04 Sep 2024 · 13 minutes
Class of ChatGPT?

Millions of students around the world will be starting a new term of school or university this month. And one... more

03 Sep 2024 · 12 minutes
Are more men wearing makeup?

The market for men’s beauty and grooming is blowing up, with more masculine beauty products on the shelves than ever... more

02 Sep 2024 · 13 minutes
Why has the founder of Telegram been arrested?

Pavel Durov’s arrest could impact free speech, and the war between Russia and Ukraine.Over the last few years the social... more

30 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
Are diamonds losing their sparkle?

For the past 100 years diamonds have been the ultimate symbol of love, luxury and opulence. But then, a darker... more

29 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
Israeli settlers are seizing land in the West Bank. Will it be permanent?

The war in Gaza has lead to a surge in settler violence. Extreme Israeli settlers are the perpetrators behind the... more

28 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
Paris Paralympics 2024: Let the games begin!

With the Olympics over the eyes of the sporting world are back on Paris once again ahead of the start... more

27 Aug 2024 · 13 minutes
How bad are private jets for the environment?

Last week the newly announced CEO of Starbucks landed in hot water when it emerged that he’d be commuting from... more

26 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes
Black Myth: Wukong - what does it tell us about Chinese gaming?

This week we’ve had the release of what is, right now, the most popular game in the world - but... more

23 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes
What’s it like living with disability in Somalia?

The Somali Parliament recently passed the National Disability Act. Twelve percent of the population in Somalia are estimated to be... more

22 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
How a Disney+ contract led to arguments around a woman’s death

A legal battle has been raging after a woman suffered a severe allergic reaction and died at Disney World Orlando... more

21 Aug 2024 · 13 minutes
Why are some passports worth more than others?

Research shows that people in Africa are disproportionately rejected for visas over other nationals. While passport holders from Singapore can... more

20 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
How a hospital murder led to India’s doctors going on strike

After the rape and murder of a female trainee doctor in India, there have been protests across the country. She... more

19 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
Stunt philanthropy: Who is it really good for?

MrBeast is the world's biggest YouTuber with more than 300 million subscribers. He’s built an empire partly through so-called “stunt... more

16 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
Diplomatic immunity: What happens when things go wrong?

A school girl in Zimbabwe was recently killed in a road accident which involved a US diplomat. Ruvarashe Takamhanya’s family... more

15 Aug 2024 · 11 minutes
Cocaine sharks: Why are marine animals being tested for drugs?

Sharks off the coast of Brazil recently tested positive for cocaine in lab research by The Oswaldo Cruz Foundation. It... more

14 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes
Ukraine takes the fight to Russia

For the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine two years ago, Ukrainian soldiers have advanced 30km inside Russia. President Zelensky... more

13 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
Paris Olympics Q&A: From viral mishaps to the Noah Lyles photo finish

The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris have officially come to an end. Among the memorable moments are things like: that... more

12 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
How AI is changing K-pop

IITERNITI, formerly Eternity, is a South Korean pop group created entirely by artificial intelligence. The group first launched back in... more

09 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
Why do some of Africa’s most promising start-ups fail?

There are loads of podcasts about entrepreneurship, setting up a business or start-up, being your own boss and making money.... more

08 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
How the search for Miss South Africa turned ugly

Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, has been facing online abuse since becoming a finalist in Miss South Africa 2024.... more

07 Aug 2024 · 11 minutes
How did student protests bring down Bangladesh's Prime Minister?

There are celebrations in Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation after weeks of violent unrest. Many have described the... more

06 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes
Oh rats! How cities from New York to Mombasa are taking on pests

Animals are essential in maintaining ecosystem balance, but in some cases they can have the opposite effect. In the coastal... more

05 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes
Why are more people having surgery to be taller?

Leg-lengthening surgery was once reserved for people with a serious injury or physical deformity. But now more people are undergoing... more

02 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
Venezuela elections: What you need to know

Thousands of Venezuelans have been protesting after President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in the country's disputed election. The opposition says... more

01 Aug 2024 · 14 minutes
Your questions answered — from vaccines to vacations in North Korea

Dearest gentle listener: It’s our first birthday! To celebrate one year of our What in the World podcast, we asked... more

31 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Will Nigeria leave Afrobeats behind?

Afrobeats originated in Nigeria and Ghana, starting to get popular in the 2010s. It’s generally seen as a blend of... more

30 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
How South Sudan's basketball team is making history at the Paris Olympics

South Sudan — the world’s youngest nation — endured the longest civil war in Africa. Now, in their debut Olympic... more

29 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
How do you clean up an oil spill?

The Philippines is racing to contain the oil from a tanker that sank on Thursday in the midst of heavy... more

26 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
How green are the Olympics?

The Olympics have a huge impact, in many ways. Whether that’s tears, screaming at the TV, or inspiring you to... more

25 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Sunscreen is safe - here’s why…

White cast, nostalgic smell, never quite rubbed in enough. Yep, that’s sunscreen. It can be the stuff of nightmares when... more

24 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are the Taliban welcoming tourists to Afghanistan?

Last year, Afghanistan attracted 7,000 tourists from abroad. That’s despite many governments warning citizens not to visit the country because... more

23 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Joe Biden has dropped out, so now what?

After vowing that nothing could stop him from running for re-election, US President Joe Biden has dropped out of the... more

22 Jul 2024 · 11 minutes
How do I become an Olympian?

A lot of us dream about becoming a professional athlete and the ultimate athletes in sport are at the Olympic... more

19 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Why are students in Bangladesh protesting?

Since the start of the month, university students have been protesting across Bangladesh, asking for quotas in government jobs to... more

18 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Mpox: What does the new strain mean for you?

A new strain of the mpox virus is spreading quickly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and experts say it... more

17 Jul 2024 · 12 minutes
The Ambani wedding and India’s super rich

This weekend, traffic in a key part of Mumbai came to a standstill to make way for a convoy of... more

16 Jul 2024 · 12 minutes
The attempted assassination of Donald Trump

On Saturday evening someone tried to kill Donald Trump. The former president was giving a speech at a political rally... more

15 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
How are people making music in prison?

JailTime is a record label that aims to get prisoners away from crime and into the music industry. It operates... more

12 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Will AI really be worth the cost?

Over the last 18 months the world has gone pretty crazy about AI. Apple has been jumping into the space... more

11 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are some places fed up with tourists?

After the Covid pandemic, global tourism numbers have been on the rise again, but so are concerns about the impact... more

10 Jul 2024 · 11 minutes
Tetanus Vaccines: What you need to know

There’s loads of misinformation online about vaccines. For years, there have been false claims about the tetanus jab causing infertility.... more

09 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Why France’s election result was a surprise

On Sunday night, a surprising exit poll was announced for France’s parliamentary election. It showed that the New Popular Front... more

08 Jul 2024 · 12 minutes
Are we falling out of love with dating apps?

Dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Match have changed the way many of us date, offering convenience, choice and connection... more

05 Jul 2024 · 11 minutes
How do crowd crushes happen?

On Tuesday 2nd July, over 120 people died in a crowd crush at a religious event in the state of... more

04 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Tropical cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons: What's the difference?

Hurricane Beryl has been tearing through the southeast Caribbean and is now moving towards Jamaica. It’s expected to reach Mexico... more

03 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Space Jams: Why is it so tricky to blast off from Earth?

A growing number of private companies are wading into the global race for space dominance. Space X, Virgin Galactic, Blue... more

02 Jul 2024 · 13 minutes
Why the strength of the US dollar has a big impact on you

You might not live in the US but the value of America’s currency most likely affects how much you pay... more

01 Jul 2024 · 14 minutes
Is Uganda and Tanzania’s oil pipeline worth the human impact?

The East Africa crude oil pipeline - also known as EACOP - is facing ongoing backlash. The pipeline, which will... more

28 Jun 2024 · 13 minutes
Julian Assange: Who is he and what did he do?

Julian Assange, one of the world’s most notorious hackers and the face of the website Wikileaks, is now a free... more

27 Jun 2024 · 11 minutes
How do you evacuate whales from a warzone?

A pair of beluga whales have been evacuated from the besieged city of Kharkiv in Ukraine. They were taken to... more

26 Jun 2024 · 12 minutes
Why are there protests in New Caledonia?

There’s been a lot of unrest in New Caledonia this year and it’s down to a proposed voting reform bill.... more

25 Jun 2024 · 11 minutes
Why do some Hajj pilgrims go to Saudi Arabia without official permits?

Hajj — the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca — took place last week during an extreme heatwave. Officials in Saudi... more

24 Jun 2024 · 11 minutes
Kenya’s Gen Z protests: What are they about?

Young Kenyans are leading demonstrations against a controversial finance bill, organising via TikTok and X. They are unhappy about proposals... more

21 Jun 2024 · 11 minutes
Why’s everyone talking about Ozempic and Wegovy?

Hollywood has gone into overdrive trying to guess which celebrities are using weight loss drugs. Elon Musk, Oprah Winfrey, Amy... more

20 Jun 2024 · 14 minutes
Panda express: Why does China send pandas around the world?

For decades China has used pandas as a way to improve diplomatic relations with other countries. Now, China’s Premier has... more

19 Jun 2024 · 10 minutes
Japa Syndrome: Why are so many young people leaving Nigeria?

Nigeria is Africa’s economic powerhouse - so why are so many young people trying to leave and find opportunities in... more

18 Jun 2024 · 14 minutes
Could nuclear be the answer to our power problems?

Nuclear power counts for just ten percent of the world’s total power supply and only 33 countries currently have nuclear... more

17 Jun 2024 · 15 minutes
Feel the burn: Why does spicy food hurt so much?

South Korea’s Buldak noodles are super spicy - and Denmark’s food regulator has now recalled some types of them, saying... more

14 Jun 2024 · 13 minutes
Have you ever been ghosted like Billie Eilish?

She may be one of music's biggest stars, but it turns out even Billie Eilish is not immune to being... more

13 Jun 2024 · 13 minutes
Why is pregnancy so dangerous in Nigeria?

Despite the latest data showing fewer women are dying in childbirth globally, maternal mortality remains a huge issue for women... more

12 Jun 2024 · 13 minutes
Why is feminism taboo in South Korea?

Being a feminist in South Korea is often associated with being a man-hater. And people who are thought to look... more

11 Jun 2024 · 12 minutes
Why is ‘All Eyes on Papua’ spreading across social media?

Similar to the viral image "All Eyes on Rafah," the image "All Eyes on Papua" has been spreading across social... more

10 Jun 2024 · 11 minutes
How Junior Pope’s death got Nollywood looking at its safety record

In April, a top Nollywood star, Junior Pope, was killed in a boat crash, while being transported from a film... more

07 Jun 2024 · 16 minutes
Help! My phone’s been stolen

Phone theft is really common - but what happens to your phone after it’s stolen? Nowadays it’s not just about... more

06 Jun 2024 · 12 minutes
Everest: How dangerous is it really?

For many, it’s a dream to fly to Nepal and reach the top of the highest peak in the world.... more

05 Jun 2024 · 14 minutes
Africa and FGM: When will it end?

Female genital mutilation affects around 230 million women and girls globally, with rates highest in Africa. FGM is considered a... more

04 Jun 2024 · 12 minutes
Why has South Africa fallen out of love with the ANC?

South African politics faces a big change for the first time in 30 years, after its election results. The ruling... more

03 Jun 2024 · 14 minutes
Donald Trump guilty verdict: What just happened?

Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records in his historic criminal trial in... more

31 May 2024 · 9 minutes
All Eyes on Rafah: What does it mean?

The slogan “All Eyes on Rafah” has been trending on social media. One image in particular, of white tents spelling... more

30 May 2024 · 16 minutes
Is climate change making plane turbulence worse?

Two flights have made the headlines recently after being hit by severe turbulence. Early investigations into a Singapore Airlines flight... more

29 May 2024 · 12 minutes
How the far right is using TikTok in Germany

In June Europeans will go to the polls to decide the make-up of the next European Parliament. Far-right parties are... more

28 May 2024 · 11 minutes
Is South Korea stealing Chinese culture?

China and South Korea are arguing on social media. This time it’s over K-pop group IVE’s new video for HEYA:... more

27 May 2024 · 12 minutes
In hot water: What’s turning the world’s coral white?

Coral around the world is turning white and even dying as recent record ocean heat takes a devastating toll. It... more

24 May 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are Gen Z protesting in Georgia?

Thousands of young people have been out protesting in Georgia. But this isn’t organised by the opposition or a political... more

23 May 2024 · 11 minutes
B-girl Raygun explains breakdancing ahead of the Paris Olympics

This year’s Olympics will, for the first time, feature breaking – a style of street dance that originated in 1970s... more

22 May 2024 · 15 minutes
Is AI blurring reality in the Indian elections?

As India votes in the general election, it is impossible to avoid the wealth of AI-generated content being created -... more

21 May 2024 · 11 minutes
The death of Iran’s president

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, and several other officials, including the foreign minister, have died in a helicopter crash. Mr Raisi... more

20 May 2024 · 10 minutes
Is the Premier League going to give VAR the red card?

The Premier League may vote to scrap the use of video assistant referees (VAR) from next season. Adam Chowdhury, from... more

17 May 2024 · 11 minutes
Electric vehicles: Charging up or powering down?

The electric car industry is sending mixed signals. On one hand, sales of electric vehicles in Europe overtook diesel vehicles... more

16 May 2024 · 14 minutes
Why is ChatGPT so flirty?

Open AI has just revealed the latest version of the AI chatbot ChatGPT. It’s called GPT-4o and is faster, more... more

15 May 2024 · 15 minutes
Is the world experiencing more flooding?

Several nations have suffered flooding in just the last few months. Brazil, Kenya, Indonesia and China are just some of... more

14 May 2024 · 10 minutes
Why was Eurovision so controversial this year?

The Eurovision Song Contest is the biggest music competition in the world. Countries from all over Europe, and some from... more

13 May 2024 · 16 minutes
Why North Korea’s TikTok hit is so catchy

If you’ve been scrolling on TikTok recently, you might have come across the viral song out of North Korea called... more

10 May 2024 · 12 minutes
Where does our rubbish go?

We throw tonnes of rubbish away and globally we’re throwing away more than ever. But what happens to it? Well,... more

09 May 2024 · 13 minutes
Drake v Kendrick Lamar: What’s the beef?

Two of the biggest names in hip-hop right now, Drake and Kendrick Lamar, are certainly not friends anymore. Their beef... more

08 May 2024 · 10 minutes
Can social media apps help you save money?

Social media platforms, like Instagram and Xiaohongshu, are full of shopping tips to help you spend. But they can also... more

07 May 2024 · 13 minutes
Where’s all the sex gone in movies?

Challengers. Poor Things. Saltburn. Three Hollywood movies released in the last six months which haven't held back on sex. However,... more

06 May 2024 · 15 minutes
Why are so many people in gaming losing their jobs?

Epic Games. Microsoft. Riot Games; owners of the biggest computer game titles in the world and part of a gaming... more

03 May 2024 · 14 minutes
Why is Zimbabwe launching a new currency?

Zimbabwe has a brand new currency; it’s called the ZiG (Zimbabwe Gold) and it’s backed by the country’s gold reserves.... more

02 May 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are student protests in the US spreading?

Demonstrations over the war in Gaza have taken place at several universities in the US over the past few weeks.... more

01 May 2024 · 9 minutes
From pangolins to plants: how we’re getting better at protecting nature

Nature conservation is effective at protecting animals and plants - and we’re getting better at it. That’s according to a... more

30 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Modest fashion is on the rise

Modest fashion has been steadily gaining more global recognition over the past decade, with longer hemlines spotted on the runway.... more

29 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
What’s causing the blackouts in Sierra Leone?

Sierra Leone’s capital Freetown and other cities have been suffering blackouts for weeks. It’s disrupted hospitals and daily life for... more

26 Apr 2024 · 12 minutes
How will the US TikTok ban affect me?

President Biden has just signed a law that says TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance has nine months to sell the app... more

25 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
Nuclear weapons: who has them and how do they work?

Nuclear weapons have been back in public conversation recently - partly due to rising tensions between Iran and Israel. Outside... more

24 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Is extreme weather the new normal?

There’s been massive flooding in Dubai, with twice the annual amount of rain in a single day. Roads, runways and... more

23 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
Why I won’t switch to the metaverse as a professional gamer

The metaverse has been talked about as the next big thing in technology: a virtual world which will become a... more

22 Apr 2024 · 13 minutes
South Korea’s shamans are now online

Korean shamans hold significant cultural importance in Korean society. They are often shown in Korean dramas and films, adorned in... more

19 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Why is India having a live music boom?

India’s live music scene is thriving with higher ticket sales and more concerts from international artists. To meet demand, the... more

18 Apr 2024 · 10 minutes
I eat three steaks a day - how does beef affect climate change?

In this episode we chat with someone who just LOVES steak, and eats it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. But... more

17 Apr 2024 · 12 minutes
How big could women’s basketball get?

Women’s basketball is more popular than ever. Ratings for the WNBA are growing and the professional league has plans to... more

16 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Why has Iran attacked Israel?

Iran has carried out direct strikes on Israel for the first time. It’s believed to be a retaliation for a... more

15 Apr 2024 · 9 minutes
What's P-pop and could it rival K-pop?

P-pop, or Pinoy pop, is a growing genre of music in the Philippines. It stems from OPM (Original Pilipino Music).... more

12 Apr 2024 · 10 minutes
Why isn’t enough aid getting into Gaza?

Famine is imminent in northern Gaza, according to the United Nations. There is some aid going into Gaza, but it’s... more

11 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
Is Botswana really going to send Germany 20,000 elephants?

When it comes to elephant conservation, Botswana is the world leader. It is now home to more than 130,000 elephants... more

10 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
How much can scientists learn from eclipses?

On Monday, millions of people across Mexico, the US and Canada saw a total solar eclipse. That’s when the Moon... more

09 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
Is conscription making a comeback in Europe?

Over the last few decades, most countries in Europe have abolished compulsory military service. But following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,... more

08 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
How can you fix racism in Spanish football?

Vinícius Júnior is one of the top footballers in the world but recently he broke down in tears when asked... more

05 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Elon Musk put a chip in my brain

Welcome to the future. There are some people who already live with an implant inside their head. Noland Arbaugh is... more

04 Apr 2024 · 12 minutes
Who is Senegal’s new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye?

Senegal's democracy was put at risk earlier this year when former president, Macky Sall, tried to hold onto power by... more

03 Apr 2024 · 10 minutes
The unstoppable rise of Temu

You may have started seeing adverts on your social media feed for a website called Temu. Its motto is “shop... more

02 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are chocolate and coffee getting more expensive?

The cost of cocoa - the key ingredient for making chocolate - has reached an all-time high. In fact, the... more

01 Apr 2024 · 15 minutes
Marina Summers: What’s life like for a Filipina drag queen?

Marina Summers is one of the top drag queens in the Philippines and she was one of the finalists on... more

30 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Can Beyoncé’s new album Cowboy Carter boost black country artists?

Beyoncé has released her highly anticipated new album, Cowboy Carter. It is a deep dive into the country-western genre. Some... more

29 Mar 2024 · 16 minutes
Are flying cars finally taking off?

Flying cars are something that’s straight out of sci-fi films and novels. But despite predictions in the past that we’d... more

28 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Are sanctions on Russia actually hurting its economy?

More than two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Western countries have ramped up their attempts to stifle Russia’s... more

27 Mar 2024 · 15 minutes
The secrets of the underwater cables carrying your internet

All of these African countries have suffered major internet disruption this month: Ivory Coast, Liberia, Benin, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa,... more

26 Mar 2024 · 13 minutes
Havana syndrome: What’s causing it?

Havana Syndrome has confused scientists ever since it first emerged in Cuba in 2016. The mystery illness mostly affects American... more

25 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Personalised ads - would you pay to opt out?

Cookies are a way for organisations to collect data from people who visit their site or app. You might see... more

22 Mar 2024 · 13 minutes
Are Boeing’s planes in trouble?

Plane manufacturing giant Boeing has been making the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Videos of a dramatic door blowout... more

21 Mar 2024 · 15 minutes
How dangerous are chemical hair straighteners and relaxers?

Some women with afro and curly textured hair use chemicals to straighten their hair. But using these products can lead... more

20 Mar 2024 · 12 minutes
Idris Elba’s plan to build a brand new city on an African island

Idris Elba, one of the actors rumoured to be the next James Bond, is leading a project to turn an... more

19 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
What’s the future of renewable energy in the Philippines?

The Philippines is one of the most at risk countries in the world from the effects of climate change. At... more

18 Mar 2024 · 15 minutes
Why are footballers lying about their age?

In Cameroon, 62 football players have been suspended from the domestic league for double identification or age fraud. One of... more

15 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are trans people being murdered in Mexico?

At least six trans people have been killed in Mexico since the beginning of the year. Human rights groups say... more

14 Mar 2024 · 12 minutes
How are people in Gaza observing Ramadan?

Muslims around the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan. It's a month of fasting, reflection, community and family... more

13 Mar 2024 · 16 minutes
Kate Middleton photo: What went wrong?

An online storm has engulfed Kate Middleton. Rumour and speculation have swirled ever since she underwent planned abdominal surgery at... more

12 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Can ticket touts be beaten?

These days tickets for big music tours and sports events can sell out in a matter of seconds. And not... more

11 Mar 2024 · 12 minutes
Do we still care about award shows like the Oscars anymore?

By the end of March, the Academy Awards and the Grammys will have finished, with hours of dedicate coverage, posts... more

08 Mar 2024 · 14 minutes
Why don’t South Koreans want to have kids?

South Korea has had the world’s lowest birth rate for several years. And recent figures show that it has dropping... more

07 Mar 2024 · 10 minutes
Can Senegal’s democracy hang on?

Senegal has a reputation as being a beacon of stability in West Africa. Even (whisper it) a bit boring when... more

06 Mar 2024 · 12 minutes
Is it worth becoming a doctor in Kenya?

Doctors in Kenya have been on the streets protesting against the state of healthcare in the country. They’re angry about... more

05 Mar 2024 · 13 minutes
Why is Kenya sending troops to Haiti?

Haiti is battling a wave of gang violence. On Sunday armed gangs stormed a major prison in the capital Port-au-Prince.... more

04 Mar 2024 · 13 minutes
What’s happening to music on TikTok?

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01 Mar 2024 · 13 minutes
Were Indian men tricked into fighting on the frontline for Russia?

Shaikh Mohammad Sarfaraz, a young Indian man from Kolkata, thought he’d landed a great job in another country; the pay... more

29 Feb 2024 · 13 minutes
Why Tanzania’s Singeli music is getting hearts racing

Singeli is a style of electronic dance music that developed in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in the mid-2000s. The genre... more

28 Feb 2024 · 10 minutes
How to save a dying language

There are more than 7000 languages spoken around the world. However, nearly 40 percent of them are considered endangered and... more

27 Feb 2024 · 13 minutes
Do hair policies lead to discrimination?

Darryl George, an 18-year-old student, has been in in-school suspension since August for refusing to cut his dreadlocks. They violate... more

26 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
Who owns the Moon?

American company Intuitive Machines has successfully landed its Odysseus robot near the lunar south pole. The US space agency Nasa... more

23 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
Why are farmers in India protesting?

Farmers in India are protesting in the country once again, wanting assured prices for their crops. There have already been... more

22 Feb 2024 · 10 minutes
The bandit kidnap crisis in Nigeria

Nigeria is struggling with a kidnapping epidemic. Every year hundreds of people are abducted and held for ransom. The kidnap... more

21 Feb 2024 · 14 minutes
Why is Thailand making cannabis illegal again? (And what's Coldplay got to do with it?)

Thailand became the first Asian country to make cannabis legal back in June 2022. They are one of the very... more

20 Feb 2024 · 13 minutes
Who is left to oppose Putin now?

Alexei Navalny, the most prominent critic of Russia’s government, has died in a Russian prison, just months after he was... more

19 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
How can you make award shows like the Oscars more diverse?

It’s awards season. We’re talking Grammy’s, Golden Globes, Emmy’s and the Oscars. But, as usual, there’s been controversy about how... more

16 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
What’s it like inside El Salvador’s mega-jail?

Rival gangs in El Salvador used to rule the streets. It was one of the most dangerous countries in the... more

15 Feb 2024 · 12 minutes
Why can't young people in South Africa find work?

South Africa has the most industrialised and diverse economy in Africa. Yet it faces a major youth unemployment crisis with... more

14 Feb 2024 · 11 minutes
Does chess have a sexism problem?

Netflix’s award-winning series ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ brought to light some of the sexist attitudes people have towards women competing in... more

13 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
How do you track down stolen art?

In this episode we’re stepping into the world of art theft. According to the CIA it’s one of the top... more

12 Feb 2024 · 12 minutes
What’s being done to protect athletes from brain injuries?

American Football, Rugby, MMA, UFC. All these adrenaline-filled sports bring in millions of viewers each year, and athletes put their... more

09 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
What’s happening with migration across the US-Mexico border?

Hundreds of thousands of people are illegally crossing the border from Mexico into the US every month right now. Some... more

08 Feb 2024 · 14 minutes
How free are celebs to get political online?

Social media can be a messy business full of opinions and celebrity influence. But can celebs speak freely online, and... more

07 Feb 2024 · 11 minutes
Is guinea worm about to be eradicated?

Guinea worm could soon be the second human disease to be eradicated. In the 1980s millions of cases were recorded... more

06 Feb 2024 · 14 minutes
What’s behind the civil war in Myanmar?

It’s been three years since Myanmar’s military coup when the army took control of the country, a decade after agreeing... more

05 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
What’s the new proposed security law in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong’s government has said it wants to pass a new national security law. It comes four years after China... more

02 Feb 2024 · 13 minutes
How do the US Presidential elections actually work?

This is our simple(ish) guide to how America picks its president. In November 2024, America will go to the polls... more

01 Feb 2024 · 14 minutes
Who is Imran Khan and why is he in prison?

Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been jailed for 14 years after being convicted of illegally profiting from... more

31 Jan 2024 · 12 minutes
How is plastic pollution affecting marine animals?

More than 171 trillion pieces of plastic are estimated to be floating in the world's oceans. We’ve touched on the... more

30 Jan 2024 · 15 minutes
Why is femicide on the rise in Kenya?

Demonstrations have been taking place across Kenya to protest femicide and violence against women. The demonstrations follow the murder of... more

29 Jan 2024 · 11 minutes
How do African athletes train for the Winter Olympics without ice?

Nigeria’s youth curling team, the Broomzillas, are Africa’s first curling team to reach a Winter Youth Olympics. Their journey to... more

26 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Have influencers changed perceptions of ADHD?

366 million adults worldwide have ADHD as of 2020 - that’s over 6% of the whole population. And more young... more

25 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
What’s going on with Pakistan and Iran?

Last week Iran carried out an airstrike on Pakistan’s territory in Balochistan. Pakistan responded with an attack of its own.... more

24 Jan 2024 · 12 minutes
Why did India’s top female wrestler quit before the Olympics?

Wrestling is huge in India. Not just the type with WWE stars like Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins - but... more

23 Jan 2024 · 15 minutes
How much does having a baby contribute to climate change?

There are a growing number of people speaking out about their decision not to have children because of climate change.... more

22 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Should video games be more culturally sensitive?

For the first time, Ubisoft have released a Prince of Persia game with an option to have all the characters... more

19 Jan 2024 · 13 minutes
Why are young people leaving Romania?

Young people seem to be moving away from Romania. In 2000, it had a population of 22.4 million people. But... more

18 Jan 2024 · 15 minutes
Is circular fashion the answer to clothes waste?

It’s estimated that a garbage truck full of clothing is being sent to a landfill every second, with less than... more

17 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Super Mosquitoes and how to fight back against malaria

Cape Verde has become the first sub-Saharan nation to be declared malaria-free in fifty years. But mosquitoes, the insects that... more

16 Jan 2024 · 13 minutes
Who are the Houthis and why are the US and UK attacking them?

The Houthi, a political and military group in Yemen, have been attacking ships in the Red Sea since November. They... more

15 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Why are Guinness World Records being smashed in Ghana and Nigeria?

Hundreds of people have been trying to set new world records in Ghana, with applications flying in since July 2023.Earlier... more

12 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Ecuador: How do you solve the gang problem?

The notorious leader of Ecuador’s main criminal gang escaped from prison this week - he is still missing. The country’s... more

11 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Overeducated, underpaid: China’s youth unemployment problem

More than one in five people between the ages of 16 and 24 are jobless in China according to the... more

10 Jan 2024 · 11 minutes
The dirty secret inside clean tech

We need precious metals to run green tech but what’s the cost of mining them? Norway has approved commercial-scale deep-sea... more

09 Jan 2024 · 12 minutes
Ukraine: What’s life like for President Zelensky?

It’s been nearly two years since Russia invaded Ukraine. Millions of people have fled the country and thousands have been... more

08 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Mickey Mouse: Copyrights and wrongs

Disney’s copyright on ‘Steamboat Willie’, which features the earliest version of Mickey Mouse, expired in the US on New Year’s... more

05 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
How to survive a plane crash

Pictures of a burning Japan Airlines plane have been all over the news this week after it collided with a... more

04 Jan 2024 · 14 minutes
Make it rain: What is cloud seeding?

Officials in Lahore, Pakistan have been using artificial rain in an effort to lower levels of air pollution. They make... more

03 Jan 2024 · 15 minutes
Can blind dates fix China’s shrinking population?

China’s population is shrinking so its government is trying to get more people to have kids by offering financial incentives... more

02 Jan 2024 · 12 minutes
How Vladimir Putin changed everyday life in Russia

Russia’s president Vladimir Putin says he’s going to stand for the top job again in March. He’s been in charge... more

01 Jan 2024 · 15 minutes
Bigfoot, Chupacabras and Yetis: What are cryptids?

From the Chupacabra to the Yeti, lots of countries and regions around the world have their own myths about strange... more

29 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Are billionaires a good thing?

There are more than 2000 billionaires worldwide with a combined wealth of $13 trillion. Some say they’re good for society,... more

28 Dec 2023 · 12 minutes
The Nile: A big dam problem

Ethiopia says its huge dam upstream on the Nile will generate electricity for millions. But downstream countries like Sudan and... more

27 Dec 2023 · 12 minutes
Kush: The mystery drug that’s got Sierra Leone hooked

Kush is rumoured to contain everything from chemicals used to preserve dead bodies to shoe polish. Nobody really know what’s... more

26 Dec 2023 · 13 minutes
Work hard, play hard

Indian software billionaire Narayana Murthy (the father-in-law of UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak!) - says that young people in his... more

25 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Fascination and fear: Why are volcanoes a hot topic?

A volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes peninsula of south-west Iceland has captured the world’s attention. But how dangerous are volcanoes,... more

22 Dec 2023 · 15 minutes
Sudan: What’s happening in the world’s ‘forgotten war’?

Since April this year the Sudanese army and a rival military group called the RSF, the Rapid Support Forces, have... more

21 Dec 2023 · 13 minutes
Why do farmers in Myanmar and Afghanistan grow opium?

Myanmar is now the world's largest producer of opium, overtaking Afghanistan. That’s after the Taliban banned the cultivation of opium... more

20 Dec 2023 · 16 minutes
AI deepfake porn: Could I be next?

As AI technology advances, new image generator apps pop up all the time. Some of these can be used to... more

19 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Why are STIs on the rise in Europe?

There’s a concerning rise in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) across Europe. That’s according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention... more

18 Dec 2023 · 13 minutes
BTS: From singers to soldiers

All members of BTS are now in the South Korean military. This week, lead vocalist Jung Kook joined the rest... more

15 Dec 2023 · 15 minutes
Israel-Gaza: How and when might a ceasefire happen?

It’s been over two months since Hamas attacked Israel. The war between both sides has continued since then, with a... more

14 Dec 2023 · 16 minutes
COP28: What’s the deal?

Nearly 200 countries have agreed a new global deal on climate change at COP28 in Dubai. It’s the biggest step... more

13 Dec 2023 · 15 minutes
Kashmir: What India’s Supreme Court ruling means

On Monday, India’s Supreme Court upheld the government’s 2019 decision to revoke Article 370. That’s a law that previously gave... more

12 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
How progressive is the Pope?

Pope Francis is not your standard pope. He’s talks about climate change, he has a more liberal stance on divorce... more

11 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Should rap lyrics be allowed as evidence in criminal trials?

Grammy award-winning rapper Young Thug is currently on trial for gang-related charges in Atlanta, US. Prosecutors claim that the rap... more

08 Dec 2023 · 15 minutes
COP28: How to stop your climate anxiety flaring up

We’re back at COP28, discussing ways to help you cope with climate anxiety. The ever present threat of climate change... more

07 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Tanzania floods: What’s it like to live through a landslide?

Tanzania is coping with the aftermath of severe floods and landslides, which killed dozens of people in the northern Hanang... more

06 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Why are Venezuela and Guyana locked in a land dispute?

Essequibo is part of Guyana in South America - it’s got lots of oil and dense rainforests. But last Sunday,... more

05 Dec 2023 · 15 minutes
Why has Russia’s Supreme Court labelled the LGBT movement “extremist”?

Russia’s Supreme Court has banned the “international LGBT movement" and declared it an “extremist organisation.” The ruling does not criminalise... more

04 Dec 2023 · 13 minutes
Why did it take so long to rescue the Indian tunnel workers?

41 men were working underground in a tunnel in India when a nearby landslide caused part of it to cave... more

01 Dec 2023 · 13 minutes
The controversial climate summit held in an oil state: What is COP28?

It’s that time of year again where world leaders, business execs and loads of lobbyists and activists gather for a... more

30 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
How TikTok is changing the music industry ft. Sofi Tukker

How often do you discover new music on TikTok? Chances are, quite a lot. That’s because TikTok is becoming a... more

29 Nov 2023 · 12 minutes
Why are so many historic celebrity sexual assault cases being filed now?

P Diddy, Russell Brand, Jamie Foxx. Those are just three of the male celebrities who’ve been hit with sexual assault... more

28 Nov 2023 · 13 minutes
Israel-Gaza: The hostage and prisoner release explained

By Monday morning, more than fifty hostages held in Gaza had been released as part of a deal between Israel... more

27 Nov 2023 · 16 minutes
Rammed earth: What is it and can it help tackle climate change?

Cement is said to be responsible for 8% of global carbon emissions. In the search for an alternative, more sustainable... more

24 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
OpenAI: What’s going on and what does it mean for the future of AI?

There’s been serious drama in Silicon Valley this week. On Friday the board of OpenAI, the multi-billion-dollar company behind ChatGPT,... more

23 Nov 2023 · 12 minutes
Brazil heatwave: What’s it got to do with El Niño?

Brazil has recorded its hottest ever temperature - 44.8C (112.6F) - as parts of the country endure a stifling heatwave.You... more

22 Nov 2023 · 14 minutes
How a chainsaw wielding TV star became Argentina’s president

Argentina has elected far-right outsider Javier Milei as its new president.He’s a pretty unconventional politician - from tantric sex to... more

21 Nov 2023 · 12 minutes
Fentanyl: Why is it killing so many young Americans?

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s fifty times more powerful than heroin. It’s also the biggest killer of 18-45 year... more

20 Nov 2023 · 14 minutes
Gaza: Why is Al-Shifa hospital so important to both sides?

Al-Shifa hospital has become a focal point of the Israel-Gaza war in the last few days. On Wednesday morning, Israeli... more

17 Nov 2023 · 14 minutes
Miss Universe: Can beauty pageants ever be inclusive?

The Miss Universe pageant takes place on 18th November in El Salvador. Organisers have introduced new rules to make the... more

16 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
How people smugglers are using social media in Pakistan

A BBC investigation has found that people smugglers in Pakistan are using social media sites to advertise their services, despite... more

15 Nov 2023 · 12 minutes
Cryptocurrency Explained

The world of cryptocurrency can be confusing. There’s no tangible money and no clunky coins. Instead we hear about things... more

14 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
How removing tattoos can help people cope with trauma

Gang members and victims of sex trafficking are often tattooed against their will. For those who escape, their tattoos become... more

13 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
Is there a right way to be masculine?

There’s so much stuff online about masculinity; guys telling you how to get buff, what to eat and how to... more

10 Nov 2023 · 14 minutes
Marvel mishaps: Are we sick of superheroes?

Ever since ‘Iron Man’ and ‘The Dark Knight’ impressed audiences in 2008, superhero movies have been a major player in... more

09 Nov 2023 · 13 minutes
Delhi smog: How India is tackling air pollution

Delhi is often described as the most polluted city in the world. Right now the air quality is so bad... more

08 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
Ukraine: Life in a warzone

Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Nearly two years later, fighting is still going on. Lives... more

07 Nov 2023 · 13 minutes
Asexuality: Is it the 'invisible' sexual orientation?

Asexuality – broadly defined as not experiencing sexual attraction — has been called “the invisible orientation”. Asexual people say they’re... more

06 Nov 2023 · 12 minutes
How do you tackle toxic behaviour in gaming?

Online multiplayer can be a toxic environment, especially for female players and people of colour. There are criticisms that not... more

03 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
Are "super-shoes" giving some runners an unfair advantage?

The Kenyan runner Kelvin Kiptum has just set a new marathon world record. He did it wearing “super-shoes”. Sports brands... more

02 Nov 2023 · 14 minutes
The secret life of Chinese social media apps

Canada has banned the all-in-one Chinese social media app, WeChat, on government devices. Even though TikTok has received loads of... more

01 Nov 2023 · 15 minutes
What’s behind the humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

The United Nations says that the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing one of the world’s biggest displacement and humanitarian... more

31 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
More money, more problems: How do currencies work?

Nigeria’s currency has seen a big drop in value over the last few months. The BBC’s West Africa correspondent, Mayeni... more

30 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Why are some Caribbean nations demanding slavery reparations?

Across the Caribbean, governments are demanding that former colonial powers, like the U.K., France and The Netherlands, pay reparations for... more

27 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Reasons to be climate cheerful, with Bill Gates

Bill Gates, the tech billionaire turned philanthropist, invests huge amounts of money in the climate crisis - and he’s pretty... more

26 Oct 2023 · 11 minutes
Dengue fever: What is it and why is it spreading?

The World Health Organization has warned that mosquito-borne diseases like dengue fever are spreading to new regions. One reason is... more

25 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
An empty airport, a railway to nowhere and China’s trillion-dollar plan

China is pouring billions of dollars into other countries’ infrastructure projects - some of which have been hugely successful. In... more

24 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Why governments are building huge cities from scratch

Why would a government build an entirely new capital city? Soe Win Than, editor of the BBC Burmese service, explains... more

23 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Is Taylor Swift bringing in a new Era of economics?

Taylor Swift’s Eras tour is set to become the biggest tour of all time. From tickets to merch, fans are... more

20 Oct 2023 · 12 minutes
Israel-Gaza: What do we know about the hospital blast?

An explosion at a crowded hospital in Gaza City has killed hundreds of people, according to Palestinian health officials. Israel... more

19 Oct 2023 · 16 minutes
Beauty standards: How far will people go to achieve them?

Botox, tummy tucks, Brazilian butt lifts. You may have seen the posts - and adverts - on your socials.Cosmetic surgery... more

18 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
India’s Supreme Court rejects petition for same-sex marriage - what’s next?

India’s Supreme Court has rejected a petition seeking to legalise same-sex marriage. Petitioners sought the same rights as heterosexual couples... more

17 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
The Antarctic: The ‘untold’ climate story of the season

Amid a year of heatwaves and wildfires you might have missed that winter sea-ice surrounding Antarctica is at a record... more

16 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
Will Australia’s referendum give Indigenous people a Voice?

A special vote is taking place in Australia this weekend asking people whether Australia's constitution should be changed. The referendum... more

13 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
Why is it dangerous to be a climate activist in Colombia?

Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. But it’s also the most dangerous to be an... more

12 Oct 2023 · 13 minutes
How a deadly scam is costing lives in India

It starts with downloading an app but pretty soon some scammers are going through your data, messaging your contacts, threatening... more

11 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
How did 6 million people in China buy homes that don’t exist?

China is in the middle of a housing market crisis. Two of its top property developers, Evergrande and Country Garden,... more

10 Oct 2023 · 13 minutes
Israel-Gaza violence: The conflict explained

Over the weekend, partygoers at a festival in Israel’s Negev desert were attacked by gunmen, with hundreds killed and taken... more

09 Oct 2023 · 11 minutes
Why has it taken so long to arrest someone for Tupac’s murder?

It’s nearly three decades since the drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. Now Duane ‘Keefe D’... more

06 Oct 2023 · 13 minutes
Why are young people calling on Ghanaians to #OccupyJulorbiHouse?

Thousands of people have been out on the streets of Ghana and organising protests online, using #OccupyJulorbiHouse. In 2019 -... more

05 Oct 2023 · 14 minutes
The dark but luxurious life of El Chapo’s wife

Thousands of people - including politicians, students and journalists - are killed in drug cartel violence in Mexico every year.One... more

04 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Why is there so much instability in the Sahel?

Niger and Gabon are the latest countries in Africa's Sahel to experience military coups. But that’s not the only issue... more

03 Oct 2023 · 15 minutes
Why are thousands of people fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh?

A decades-long territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan, over the Nagorno-Karabakh region has flared up. Now nearly the entire ethnic... more

02 Oct 2023 · 12 minutes
How do we get plastic out of our oceans?

A truckload of rubbish enters the ocean every minute. Boyan Slat is on a mission to remove it. He’s the... more

29 Sep 2023 · 11 minutes
What's really inside your phone?

Our phones are powered by teeny tiny semi conductors. Taiwan produces over 60% of them. Huawei recently unveiled a phone... more

28 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
Deal! Hollywood writers end their strike

After nearly five months, Hollywood writers have ended their strike, which brought the American film and TV industry to a... more

27 Sep 2023 · 10 minutes
Are your 20s the loneliest decade?

There are loads of videos on TikTok of people calling their 20s the loneliest decade. But are they?We speak to... more

26 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
Net zero: How do we get there?

Talks about net zero have been getting heated in the UK. It’s after the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he... more

25 Sep 2023 · 15 minutes
From BTS to Beyoncé - why do “world” tours skip Africa?

What do Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, BTS and Olivia Rodrigo’s “world tours“ have in common?…None of them are going to Africa.... more

22 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
India’s spy agency: What do we know about RAW?

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said his government is investigating "credible" claims that Indian government agents may have been... more

21 Sep 2023 · 11 minutes
Do false online rumours on birth control have consequences IRL?

People seem to be turning to social media influencers for advice on what birth control method to use. Some influencers... more

20 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
Palm oil versus the planet: What can be done?

Palm oil is found in everything from chocolate to shampoo, pizza, toothpaste and deodorant. It’s hugely popular with food and... more

19 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
Is Syria’s government pushing an addictive party drug?

A few days ago police in the United Arab Emirates intercepted a huge haul of illegal Captagon pills worth one... more

18 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
How has Mahsa Amini’s death changed Iran?

One year ago Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman from Iran, died in police custody. The country’s “morality police” had detained... more

15 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
Why was Storm Daniel so deadly in Libya?

Devastating flooding has washed away entire neighbourhoods, killing tens of thousands of people in Libya. In this episode, BBC Monitoring’s... more

14 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
WWE and UFC: Will the merger be a knockout?

The professional wrestling company WWE and the Mixed Martial Arts company UFC have merged in a giant deal that has... more

13 Sep 2023 · 15 minutes
Will decriminalisation change abortion for women in Mexico?

The new ruling legalises abortion across all 32 states. Mexico's Supreme Court said the denial of the possibility of a... more

12 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
How has Morocco’s earthquake impacted mountain villages?

Rescue efforts are continuing in Morocco following a deadly earthquake. The worst affected areas are remote villages in the Atlas... more

11 Sep 2023 · 16 minutes
Why are young people fighting for climate action in court?

The number of climate cases being brought to court has doubled over the last five years (Source: UNEP). There are... more

08 Sep 2023 · 15 minutes
How a scandal is forcing Germany to reckon with its Nazi past

The German politician Hubert Aiwanger has admitted to carrying an anti-Jewish pamphlet that mocked the Holocaust when he was a... more

07 Sep 2023 · 15 minutes
Why are teachers bullied in South Korea?

Tens of thousands of teachers in South Korea have been striking to demand better protection. They say they are so... more

06 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
Has THAT kiss become a tipping point for women in Spain?

Spain’s victory in the Women’s World Cup was overshadowed by Luis Rubiales, the head of the Spanish national football federation,... more

05 Sep 2023 · 13 minutes
Eat, Pay, Love: How is Bali dealing with its badly behaved tourists?

Bali has a problem with badly behaved tourists. Influencers have been caught posing naked on top of sacred mountains, driving... more

04 Sep 2023 · 16 minutes
Coups and Dynasties: Are Africa’s “nepo baby” leaders in trouble?

For some countries in Africa ruling is very much a family business. Ali Bongo was president of Gabon for 14... more

01 Sep 2023 · 14 minutes
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The number of climate cases being brought to court has doubled over the last five years (Source: UNEP). There are now over... more