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Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza—raising hopes of an end to fifteen months of war.

The Biden administration announced a broad set of steps that it expects to lead to the release of political prisoners in Havana. The plans to relax sanctions targeting Cuba were unvealed just days before Donald Trump takes office.

The US Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on TikTok's challenge to an outright ban in the US. We find out about the platform Red Note, that might take it’s place.

And a pizzeria in the UK is so reluctant to put pineapple on their pizzas, they are instead charging $120 to anyone that orders one. We speak to the restaurant co-owner.

President Joe Biden has said the United States is in a stronger position because of his foreign policy decisions including maintaining their position as the world’s largest economy. It comes as China reports its biggest-ever trade surplus.

The new Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, defeated the Hezbollah backed candidate, the former caretaker prime minister. We find out what this could mean a new dawn for its embattled economy.

Cost-of-living pressures have overtaken climate change and the environment as the number one concern for young Australians.

Los Angeles has been devastated by wildfires, forcing nearly 200,000 residents to flee, destroying homes, and taking lives. We hear firsthand from those caught in the chaos, including Julia Pollak, who narrowly escaped the flames.

We aslo hear from someone fighting these fires who is also an architect, on how LA can rebuild better.

Plus, updates on Venezuela’s contested elections, TikTok’s legal battle in the US, and the impact of tariffs on California’s almond industry.

As the wildfires continue to rage in California, damages are projected at $50 billion.

Plus, TikTok will appear before the U.S. Supreme Court in a last-ditch effort to overturn a ban over ties to China.

And as UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves visits China for trade talks, we discuss how the West should navigate its relationship with Beijing.

The wildfires in Los Angeles continue to devastate communities, burning more than 1,000 structures and putting pressure on insurers. Could this be the tipping point for California's insurance market?

Also, China's inflation slows adding to concerns after government efforts to boost the economy.

Plus, in Las Vegas, we explore cutting-edge innovations unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show.

Rahul Tandon joined throughout the programme by two guests on opposite sides of the world - Katia Dmitrieva in Hong Kong and Michael Malone in the US.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business tells the BBC that business fears a recession as a result of Donald Trump’s tariff threats.

We also ask just how popular is New York's newly introduced congestion charge?

And how Netflix is taking another step into live sport

We are in South Korea where police are dispersing the impeached president's supporters who have been blocking access to his residence. They are jostling with protesters.

We hear from the owner of several restaurants in New Orleans after a man drove a truck into a crowd. The attack took place at Bourbon Street a well-known tourist hotspot that is filled with restaurants, bars and clubs.

Presenter Rahul Tandon also hears from a US based bike manufacturer about the impact tariffs will have on the global economy as well as on US companies which rely on Chinese parts.

We look at how South Korea's political instability is continuing to effect its economy.

How might President-elect Donald Trump’s policies affect different parts of the world?

And as thousands of artistic works come into the public domain in the United States, we look at how people might plan to monetise them.

Happy New Year! Thank you for listening us.

As millions around the globe celebrate New Year's Eve, our programme delves into how the entertainment industry has fared over the past 12 months.

We'll explore the blockbuster films that have spearheaded cinemas' fight back as they recover from the Hollywood strikes.

We'll examine why the gaming industry has seen a surge in layoffs in 2024, the highest in recent times, while live music is booming thanks to artists like Taylor Swift.

And we'll discuss why one of Germany's most iconic nightclubs is closing its doors.

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