Homes lost in Los Angeles fires and over 180 000 evacuated; North Korea builds supersized warship; Liz Truss threatens legal action for being criticised. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Upmarket suburbs of Los Angeles devastated by wildfires; search for survivors of Tibet earthquake; Italian town has outlawed illness. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Four world leaders have spoken out against Elon Musk meddling; Hanoi the capital of world pollution; a hot dog ban in North Korea. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Three dead and a woman arrested in Brazil for poisonous Christmas cake; Canada’s Justin Trudeau stepping down; a snowy silver lining for 38 stranded people in Yorkshire. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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A Snowstorm in America an emergency is declared in 5 states.

An Architect’s Pencil Odyssey to draw every building in London.

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On The World View from London, Verity Geere stands in for Adam Gilchrist (returning 6 January 2025) to bring you the latest global headlines. In Germany, a Christmas market tragedy prompts a government pledge for a full investigation. Meanwhile, in the Red Sea, the US military mistakenly shoots down one of its own fighter jets in a startling incident. And in the UK, a former Palace chef spills the beans on the unique way the Royals enjoy their mince pies.

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20-year jail time for ex-husband of multiple-rape victim; Fukushima takes rubbish collection very seriously; three festive tales to cheer you up. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Syrian rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa says neighbours have nothing to fear; Russia threatens revenge for killing of general in Moscow; Russian officials not fans of Santas with red hats and fake, fluffy beards. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Ukraine says assassinated Russian general was legitimate target; Pope Francis reveals there was plot to kill him; Tom Cruise given medal.  Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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