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World News Weekly – An SBS World News Podcast

World News Weekly – An SBS World News Podcast

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 Go beyond the news headlines with World News Weekly, the SBS News podcast that unpacks the most important global news, political developments, and international affairs every Friday. Hosted by Claudia Farhart & Catriona Stirrat, this fast-paced, insightful news podcast delivers the latest world events and key global news headlines from the past seven days, in a concise, bite-sized chunk of insightful chat. From Russia, to the Philippines to Burkina Faso, we go beyond the news headlines, offering expert analysis on geopolitics, diplomacy, and global developments—from elections to economic shifts, conflicts to scientific breakthroughs. Whether you're following Australia news, Asia-Pacific news affairs, or major global news stories, this news podcast offers context and clarity on why they matter to you. Why Listen? Latest world news & political news updates, delivered weekly | Beyond the news headlines, expert insights into global affairs | International analysis from leading SBS journalists & correspondents | Quick, engaging, and easy to follow – episodes every Friday 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & SBS News.Copyright 2025, Special Broadcasting Services Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Gazans 'devastated and desperate', US Senate showdown and a massive rice fail

    Gazans 'devastated and desperate', US Senate showdown and a massive rice fail
    May 23 2025
    We explore the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as aid struggles to reach over 2 million people. Plus, a fiery Senate showdown for US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a breakthrough in Türkiye's decades-long conflict, and why joking about rice just cost a Japanese minister his job.
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    26 mins
  • The Art of the Middle East Deal, Philippines Midterms and Tissue-Gate

    The Art of the Middle East Deal, Philippines Midterms and Tissue-Gate
    May 16 2025
    In this episode: President Trump’s tour of the Middle East sees key deals signed and sanctions rolled back - what does it mean for the region? Plus, Prime Minister Albanese’s diplomatic balancing act with Indonesia’s leader, what the results of the Philippines midterms mean for two political dynasties, the latest on Ukraine peace negotiations, and how a used tissue became a tool of wartime propaganda.
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    27 mins
  • An American Pope, India-Pakistan escalation and Dolphins WTF?!

    An American Pope, India-Pakistan escalation and Dolphins WTF?!
    May 9 2025
    In this episode: Co-hosting from Vatican City, International Correspondent Ben Lewis tells us about the new pope, as cross-border assaults ramp up between India and Pakistan. Plus, a German headache, Israel’s plan to reoccupy Gaza, and decoding dolphin swear words.
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    30 mins
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