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Government debt mountains grow – are markets starting to notice?

The United States and Europe are experiencing rising borrowing costs as markets wise up to unprecedented levels of debt. Plus: Reviewing the start of Brazil’s electoral campaign and how to give ...

2026-08-21

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Will Japan’s Sanae Takaichi stand up to the US?

Over the past week, Japan’s prime minister Takaichi has seen the Trump administration sanction Tomoko Akane, a Japanese citizen and head of the International Criminal Court, which Japan still fu...

2026-08-20

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Why Bangkok and Canberra are drawing closer

Thailand’s prime minister travels to Canberra as Bangkok looks to deepen ties with Australia. Could the relationship offer Thailand a useful alternative to its reliance on China? See omnystudio...

2026-08-19

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The art of mediation: Can Kushner break the Gaza deadlock?

Can Jared Kushner bridge the divide between Hamas and Benjamin Netanyahu? We examine the art of mediation, how negotiators can break the deadlock over disarmament and withdrawal, and what leverage Was...

2026-08-18

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Live from Zürich with Tyler Brûlé: Why does Switzerland’s immigration rate keep tumbling?

Why does Switzerland’s immigration rate keep tumbling? Then: outrage in North Korea as the US and South Korea begin joint military drills. And: we look at why specialist bookshops are still esse...

2026-08-17

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Live from Zürich: Switzerland’s neutrality vote and the impact on Swiss foreign policy

With war in Europe, should Switzerland take a stricter approach to its neutrality stance? As campaigning starts on the Neutrality Initiative, we discuss how it could impact the Alpine nation’s s...

2026-08-14

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Wargames: How Democrats are preparing as Trump threatens to meddle in the midterms

Amid fears that President Trump might interfere in the looming November ballot, primary votes in Minnesota and Wisconsin have revealed the differences between establishment candidates and more progres...

2026-08-13

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Who controls Greenland’s future and what does it actually want?

Greenland issues a warning after drilling equipment linked to the US was brought ashore without approval. We explore the future of the territory. Plus: on board Bombardier’s Global 8000, the wor...

2026-08-12

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Global shipping routes face a new era of uncertainty

We look at low water levels on the Rhine, South Korea’s Arctic ambitions and what these shifts mean for global trade on the Strait of Hormuz.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

2026-08-11

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Ships, submarines and planes: why Halifax is taking off as Canada’s defence hub

We look at what’s making the capital and largest city of Nova Scotia a boom town for defence industries. Then: should we be worried that AI writing is taking over from human writing? And: could ...

2026-08-10

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What defence lessons can Taiwan learn from Ukraine?

There are no official military or diplomatic links between Kyiv and Taipei but communication is growing, what might they teach the other? Then: Tomos Parry, chef behind Michelin-starred Brat, on bring...

2026-08-07

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Is Ukraine’s ‘drone diplomacy’ enough to keep Europe’s full support?

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky announces multiple drone deals as Russia steps up attacks. Then: South Korea plans a new train to the North. Plus: Myanmar’s club scene, luxury hotel refur...

2026-08-06

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The EU praises Spain for its ‘immediate and efficient’ response to the Ceuta migrant crisis

EU interior ministers close ranks behind Spain after the Ceuta migrant crisis. Then: Japan’s latest white paper on defense. Plus: we talk art with CSS singer Luisa Matsushita  See omnystud...

2026-08-05

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Zambia’s election puts Hakainde Hichilema to the test

Zambia heads to the polls as president Hichilema seeks a second term. We examine what’s at stake for one of Africa’s leading copper producers and consider whether the country’s econo...

2026-08-04

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How is war and regeneration in the Middle East reshaping global aviation?

The Middle East is undergoing dramatic change; we explore how this is reshaping global aviation. Then: Friedrich Merz faces trouble; Copenhagen Fashion Week; and Italian-Palestinian popstar Tä ra...

2026-08-03

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Who are the winners and losers in the luxury sector’s latest results?

Our guide to the latest earnings in the luxury sector and what they mean for the global economy. Then: newspapers from Asia, Europe’s busiest travel week, the continued rise of golden visas, and...

2026-07-31

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The latest on France’s wildfires and the heartbreak of losing a home in a blaze

Best-selling author Daisy Goodwin recounts the lasting impact of losing a home to a fire, as we check in from Bordeaux. Plus: Has Saudi Arabia officially entered the US-Iran conflict? And: Sweden&rsqu...

2026-07-30

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France wildfires: Bordeaux region on alert as flames rage across Gironde

We report from Bordeaux, where wildfires continue to rage as firefighters battle to contain the blaze. Plus: the latest on the earthquake in Japan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

2026-07-29

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Friendly or frosty? Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu gear up for talks in Washington

The US president and the Israeli prime minister prepare for talks in Washington. Then: why it’s good to follow Andy Burnham’s example and buy British. Plus: why has a Chinese film about Ta...

2026-07-28

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US-Iran war cools but for how long?

Washington and Tehran have halted their escalation for the moment, we explore the reasons behind it. Then: how effective will new EU sanctions on Russia be? Plus: the rise of dining alone, culture new...

2026-07-27

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