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Global News Podcast

The day’s top stories from BBC News. Delivered twice a day on weekdays, daily at weekends

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Russian rouble hits symbolic low

Russian rouble hits symbolic low

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Niger: Ousted president to be prosecuted

Niger: Ousted president to be prosecuted

The leaders of last month's coup say Mohamed Bazoum will be tried for high treason. Also, a colourful far-right candidat... Read more

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