Yemen's humanitarian crisis
Summary
This episode covers the escalating humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where malnutrition is rising amid intensified conflict and aid shortages. It also examines North Korea’s leadership uncertainty as Kim Yo-jong takes on a more prominent role, and reports on mass protests in Venezuela demanding the return of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Other stories include Nepal becoming the first recipient of the UN’s loss and damage fund, a New York City ban on horse-drawn carriages, and Ray winning the Mercury Prize.
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Yemen: Humanitarian crisis and malnutrition in Aden
Yemen: Escalating conflict and Aramco evacuation
North Korea: Kim Yo-jong's rising role and succession rumors
Venezuela: Protests demanding return of Maria Corina Machado
New York: City Council bans horse-drawn carriages in Central Park
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Nepal: First recipient of UN Loss and Damage Fund
US: Judge sets deadline for Trump's BBC defamation deposition
Music: Ray wins Mercury Prize for 'This Music May Contain Hope'
UK: Retired decorator sells attic Pokemon cards for $2 million
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