US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran
Summary
This episode covers the escalation of US-Iran tensions following strikes on Jordan and Kuwait, alongside a major Russian missile attack on Ukraine that violated Polish airspace. Other stories include the repatriation of African migrants from South Africa, a French teen fined in Singapore for public nuisance, and the aftermath of a deadly earthquake in Japan. The broadcast also features updates on European wildfires, Qantas’s record-breaking test flight, and an interview with author Ian Bogost on finding joy in everyday physical interactions.
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Introduction and main headlines overview
US-Iran conflict escalation and regional impact
Russian missile strikes on Ukraine and Poland
African migrants forced out of South Africa
French teen fined for public nuisance in Singapore
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Japan earthquake aftermath and rescue efforts
Wildfires in France, Spain, and Greece
Qantas test flight for ultra-long-haul travel
Reconnecting with the physical world through small things
Outro and promotion for Global Story podcast
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