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Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party

The billionaire, Elon Musk, is launching a new political party after falling out with President Trump. Also: Israel is sending a delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks, and swimming in the river Seine in Paris.

5 Jul 8PM 31 min

The Happy Pod: The surgeon who left his wedding to save a life

A surgeon who left his wedding to save a life says it's inspired him to help more people. Also: one man's adventures with a pet goose; a police officer reunited with a baby he rescued; and why we should eat more custard.

5 Jul 9AM 26 min

Hamas submits positive response to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas says it has delivered a "positive response" to mediators on Gaza ceasefire proposal - but wants guarantee that Israel's bombardment will not resume. Also: President Trump signs flagship tax package into law.

4 Jul 7PM 31 min

Russia accused of 'widespread' use of chemical weapons

Dutch and German intelligence accuse Moscow of 'widespread' use of chemical weapons in Ukraine. Also; Donald Trump says a ceasefire is nearing for Gaza, and today is gonna be the day. Oasis are back!

4 Jul 10AM 26 min

Gaza aid contractor says he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians

A contractor who worked at aid distribution sites in Gaza says he saw colleagues firing on Palestinians waiting for food. The GHF categorically denies the allegations. Also: objects in space, and big Roman footwear.

3 Jul 8PM 29 min

Liverpool and Portugal footballer, Diogo Jota, dies in car crash

Liverpool and Portugal footballer, Diogo Jota, killed in car crash in Spain, aged 28. He had 3 young children and had just married his long-term partner. Also: Thailand gets a second caretaker Prime Minister in a week.

3 Jul 10AM 30 min

'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering; convicted on two other charges

A New York jury clears Sean "Diddy" Combs of sex trafficking and racketeering but finds him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. Also: Dining on foie gras in space, and marking moths' decline in sound.

2 Jul 8PM 29 min

Trump blocks Ukraine weapons deliveries

Ukraine fears US suspension on weapons deliveries could "encourage" Russia. Also: Trump says Israel has agreed to a 60 day ceasefire in Gaza and tells Hamas to accept. Plus, the killer whales offering food to humans.

2 Jul 10AM 34 min

US Senate narrowly passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

US Senate approves Trump's mega-bill on tax and spending, after Vice-President JD Vance casts tie-breaking vote. Also: Delhi bans fuel sales to old cars to tackle air pollution, and TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies.

1 Jul 7PM 30 min

Thailand PM suspended over leaked phone call

Thailand's PM is suspended after a leaked call sparks outrage. Turkish police arrest more than a hundred city officials in Izmir, an opposition stronghold. Also: can robots play better football than us?

1 Jul 11AM 28 min

Israeli strike on Gaza seafront cafe

Many Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli air strike at a popular seafront cafe in Gaza. Also: Microsoft AI system diagnoses patients "much better than doctors", and big wins not so big in Norwegian lottery.

30 Jun 9PM 37 min

UN warning: Millions at risk after Sudan food aid cuts

The UN is warning that millions of Sudanese refugees fleeing war are at risk, after drastic cuts to food programmes. Also: Palestinians in Gaza report one of the worst nights of Israeli bombing in weeks and why Wimbledon is changing one of its oldest traditions.

30 Jun 10AM 31 min

Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza

Israel has ordered Palestinians to evacuate from parts of northern Gaza ahead of increased military action. Also: Spain records temperature of 46C in Europe heatwave, and would you eat bugs if they taste like bacon?

29 Jun 8PM 32 min

Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict

A state funeral has been held in Iran for military commanders and nuclear scientists, killed during the 12-day conflict with Israel. Also: Budapest Pride march draws huge crowds in defiance of Orban legal threats.

28 Jun 8PM 33 min

The Happy Pod: A song fit for a King

We meet Jack Pepper, the composer who's written a song for King Charles. The piece celebrates the harmony between people and the natural world. Also: hope for Alzheimer's patients; and how tourism could help stray dogs.

28 Jun 9AM 29 min

US Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump orders

The top court in the US has ruled judges in lower courts have limited ability to block presidential orders. Also: DR Congo and Rwanda sign long-awaited peace deal, and should we be letting maggots eat our food waste?

27 Jun 9PM 33 min

Gaza: US pledges $30 million to controversial aid system

The US pumps millions into Gaza Humanitarian Foundation - but MSF calls the scheme "slaughter masquerading as aid." Also: US set to get rare earth metals after deal with Beijing, and a breakthrough against a rare disease.

27 Jun 10AM 28 min

US insists attack on Iran was a success as Iran's leader dismisses it as 'showmanship'

The US defence secretary insists their strikes undermined Iran's nuclear plans. Also: Journalist Anna Wintour is to step down as US Vogue editor, and a man whose crimes helped create the term Stockholm Syndrome has died.

26 Jun 8PM 33 min

Iran crisis: your questions answered

A special episode answering your questions about the Iran crisis. BBC experts discuss Iran's nuclear ambitions, possibilities of regime change and the impact on the wider Middle East.

26 Jun 1PM 26 min

Iran's leader says the US gained 'nothing' from its attacks on nuclear sites

Iran's leader claims US strikes on nuclear facilities achieved "nothing significant". The US defence secretary says otherwise. Also: Iranians share what they want from their leaders, and North Korea’s new beach resort.

26 Jun 10AM 32 min