Fifa faces backlash over proposed World Cup sell-off
Summary
This episode covers FIFA’s controversial plan to sell stakes in its competitions, sparking backlash from UEFA and other bodies. It reports on renewed US-Iran tensions after strikes on an Iraqi militia, and Russia charging Telegram’s founder with facilitating terrorism. Other stories include a deadly earthquake in Japan, wildfires in France where horses escaped safely, and sexual misconduct allegations against Jared Leto.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and introduction to the Global News Podcast
Backlash over FIFA's plan to sell stakes in competitions
US and Iran resume fighting; strikes on Iraqi militia
Earthquake in Japan causes deaths and rescue efforts
Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov
Wildfires in France and the evacuation of horses
Ad breaks for Shell, Samsung, and ChatGPT
Jared Leto faces sexual misconduct allegations
Nepal reports increase in tiger population
The rise of sauna raves in major cities
Closing remarks and credits
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