China has announced it will no longer claim developing-country benefits at the World Trade Organisation. In this episode, we explore what the change means, why Beijing made the move now, and how it could affect the balance of global trade.

Europe’s recent recognition of Palestine marks a historic, long-overdue acknowledgment of Palestinian statehood, but critics warn that without concrete action, it remains largely symbolic. This episode looks at its meaning amid Israel’s war on Gaza.

The Moon is no longer a symbol for exploration; it is now the site of a new race for nuclear power. As nations and companies plan reactors to fuel lunar bases and mining, questions arise: who will control the Moon’s resources, and what risks lie ahead for space cooperation?

Article by Kazim Alam https://www.trtworld.com/article/7702e0d064f8

In this episode we explore how oil, China, and geopolitics may be driving US actions in Venezuela far more than President Trump’s narco-trafficking claims, and what this means for regional stability and Venezuelan citizens.

From Gen Zs to Rihanna to kidults, a toothed toy named Labubu has become a global craze. But behind the blind boxes and unboxing videos lies something deeper: identity, belonging, and China’s growing cultural soft power.

When Nepal’s government banned 26 social media platforms overnight, it triggered protests that toppled the government in just two days. This episode speaks to Nepalis on the ground about how anger over corruption and inequality boiled over. What comes next for a country now led by its youth?

From career paths to romantic choices, your name may influence your life more than you think. This Aloud episode explores how science links names to personal and professional outcomes, revealing surprising biases and behavioural patterns

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is changing who holds power at work. In this episode, we look at what this shift means for jobs, education, and inequality around the world.

One year after an Israeli sniper killed Turkish-American human rights activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi in the occupied West Bank, her husband Hamid Ali shares her story and their ongoing pursuit of justice.

Host: Ezgi Toper

Guest: Hamid Ali

In an era where billions of people are connected online and seemingly have friends, loneliness is paradoxically on the rise. This episode explores the hidden cost of hyperconnectivity, the difference between digital and real-world friendships, and why physical presence is irreplaceable