In this episode of Frankly Speaking, Michael Koehler, the Deputy Director-General of the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations on whether the EU is shifting aid budgets from countries in need to pay for Ukrainian assistance, if the crisis has exposed Europe’s double standards for refugees and why rising food prices are set to tip more countries over the edge.

After a remarkable recovery under Eddie Howe in the second half of the season, Newcastle United are, finally, officially safe from relegation. In the latest episode of Black & White, host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled welcome Newcastle’s first ever Muslim Lord Mayor, Habib Rahman, who talks about his journey from Bangladesh to becoming a city Councillor, his work with “Show Racism The Red Card” and the positive impact the new owners and Eddie Howe have had on the team and the city.

In this episode of Frankly Speaking renowned global advertising executive talks about why tech companies like Meta and Twitter are not the enemy in the new digital world and his plans for the Middle East.

Newcastle United legends don’t come bigger than Malcolm Macdonald, and on Episode 28 of Black & White, “Supermac” talks host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled through his extraordinary career, including being signed by Bobby Robson, becoming a Gallowgate idol and playing in FA Cup finals. And there is the little matter of Newcastle’s visit to the Etihad to meet a wounded Manchester City.

In this episode of Frankly Speaking, Saudi Arabia’s former chief of Intelligence and ex-Ambasssdor to Washington and London on who is to blame for US-Saudi relations hitting an all time low, and Saudi’s plans to work as a mediator between #Russia and #Ukraine.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

In episode 27 of Black & White, Newcastle-born business woman, philanthropist and founder of Sports Tech Global Conference Shareen Quershi tells host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports editor Ali Khaled of her love of the club, and why the city is a great melting pot of cultures. Also on the agenda is the Magpies’ Brazilian-inspired 3-0 win over Norwich and the highly anticipated visit of Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool to St James’ Park.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

After a week that saw two more victories for Newcastle United, Episode 26 of Black & White sees North East journalist Liam Kennedy join host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled to discuss the remarkable turnaround overseen at the club by Eddie Howe since the takeover, heightened expectations and what comes next for the Magpies.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

It’s Episode 25 of Black & White and there is more good news for Newcastle United after a narrow 1-0 win over Wolves edged Eddie Howe’s men closer to safety. Former Magpies star Gavin Peacock talks to host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled about the transformation of the club under the new regime and manager and the similarities with his time playing for Kevin Keegan, as well as about his new book. And we look forward to what could be another big night at St James’ Park as Newcastle take on Leicester City on Sunday.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 24 of Black & White sees host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled discuss Newcastle United’s three-match losing streak and look ahead to an important clash against Wolves at St James’ Park. Also on the agenda are Eddie Howe’s defensive troubles, the enigma that is Allan Saint-Maximin and the 2022 World Cup draw.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 23 of Black and White sees host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled welcome former Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda, who previews Newcastle United’s vital visit to his former club as Premier League action resumes following the international break. Chimbonda also talks about the work of his organization, PC 39, which helps young footballers gain a strong education as they follow their professional dreams and even in the unfortunate circumstances of being released by their clubs. And about playing for Roy Keane.