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  • Billions vote in ‘unprecedented’ 2024

    Half the world will go to the polls this year. Plus: ‘buried alive’ as Japan is rocked by quake and five French siblings - average age 99 - share the secrets to a long life.

    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.



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    11 min
  • Fears of famine for displaced in Gaza

    Hunger is everywhere in the makeshift camps but supplies are scarce. Plus - surgery backlogs cleared by robots and how artificial intelligence could clamp down on rowdy New Year parties.

    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • The fake pictures of a Danish doctor used by scammers to trap victims


    The Times has tracked down an innocent Danish doctor whose face has been used by fraudsters.


    We also take a look back at some of the year’s stories - featured on the World in 10 - that have stuck with us..


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • One of Russia's biggest attacks hits Ukraine

    One of the biggest Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine has taken place since the invasion began.


    We also take a look back at some of the year’s stories - featured on the World in 10 - that have stuck with us..


    And a story of hope from New York - for ALL middle-ages soccer dads out there.


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    10 min
  • Could Benjamin Netanyahu be replaced?

    As Benjamin Netanyahu is losing the trust of his people, Anshel Pfeffer asks could he be replaced?


    We also take a look back at some of the year’s stories - featured on the World in 10 - that have stuck with us..


    And a new species of wasp takes the name of a Dr Who villain.


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • Australia is hit by unprecedented thunderstorms

    Ten people have died in severe thunderstorms in the Australian states of Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.


    And we hear from some of the Times world correspondents on the stories that stuck with them over the past 12 months.


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • Gaza sees one of the deadliest nights of the war

    We hear how the conflict in Gaza is not close to being over as the fighting rages on.


    Also to India with a divisive development that’s being championed by right-wing Hindus affiliated with Narendra Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.


    And a look back at 2023 through the eyes of Times correspondents covering conflicts around the world


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • Christmas amid conflict: war impacts festive season

    Celebrations cancelled in the city synonymous with the birth of Christ. Plus - Ukraine changes the date of Christmas and Britain’s royals swap gifts. 

    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • The decisions ahead for Israel's prime minister

    We'll look at the choices - and challenges - facing Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus: what really happened to the Titan sub...


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
  • UN demands Gaza aid, but not ceasefire

    We look at whether there's potential for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas - and the future for hostages. Plus: what could lie ahead in Ukraine, and an unlikely conflict between basketball and skiing.


    Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

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