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Nuclear Threats


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President Putin has sent the West a veiled nuclear warning and says he’s not bluffing. Chris is in New York, where world leaders have gathered for the UN General Assembly. He joins Adam to discuss their reaction, and Sarah Rainsford explains what is behind the words coming from the Kremlin.

Also, 33 million people have been affected by floods in Pakistan – Rajini Vaidyanathan has been talking to people who have lost their homes.

And the UK government has announced plans to help businesses cope with rising energy costs. Alastair Horabin, who runs a chain of fish and chip shops, shocks Adam when he reveals the size of his bills.

This episode of Newscast was made by Clare Williamson with Chris Flynn and Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor was Alison Gee.

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