Deadly school disaster in Pakistan
Summary
This episode covers a school roof collapse in Peshawar that killed 32 students, alongside Ukraine’s attack on a Russian oil refinery and the EU’s response. It also features Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s first joint UK public visit, a theatrical reading of the Ghislaine Maxwell trial, and a look at US midterm election moods in Iowa. Finally, the show discusses World Athletics’ 2029 Nairobi plans and new research on dogs’ ability to associate sounds with shapes.
Topics discussed
Introduction and preview of the cockroach movement
News headlines: Pakistan school, Ukraine, and Royals
School roof collapse in Peshawar kills 32 students
BBC Verify investigates IDF accountability in Gaza
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first joint UK visit
The Pellico trial to be staged in London
Preview of upcoming segments on US and India
Ukraine attacks Russian oil refinery amid EU sanctions
US midterm elections: Voter mood in Iowa
World Athletics president on 2029 Nairobi championships
Study finds dogs associate sounds with shapes
Closing credits and contact information
Promo for Global Story: WWII debate
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