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Miners and body bags hauled from South African mine

The men have been underground since police operations targeting illicit mining started last year across the country. We hear the latest from Stilfontein. The US Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on TikTok's challenge to an outright ban in the US. We find out about the platform Red Note, that might take its place. And a pizzeria in the UK is so reluctant to put pineapple on their pizzas, they are instead charging $120 to anyone that orders one. We speak to the restaurant co-owner.

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Pakistan’s textile industry hit by rising energy costs

We're living hand to mouth and having to borrow money from friends to pay the electric bills." These are the words of a woman who runs a textile firm in Pakistan. The Pakistan Textile Council has written to the government, warning that the country faces an energy crisis that could force manufacturing companies to shut down. Sam Fenwick is joined by a California wildfire expert who has been at the forefront of modelling high-risk areas for years.

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Lebanon’s President appoints new Prime Minister

The new Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, defeated the Hezbollah backed candidate, , the former caretaker prime minister. We find out what this could mean a new dawn for its embattled economy. China has reported its biggest-ever trade surplus, just a week before the inauguration of Donald Trump, who's promised to impose tariffs on Chinese goods. Cost-of-living pressures have overtaken climate change and the environment as the number one concern for young Australians.

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China posts record annual trade surplus of nearly $1tn amid looming US tariff threats

Beijing has released strong economic data, reporting its largest-ever trade surplus. Also on the programme, a BBC investigation uncovers 75-hour workweeks endured by workers in Shein's fast-fashion factories in China. Could this affect the company's plans to list on the London Stock Exchange? And Sam Fenwick explores the economic impact of the Kumbh Mela in India, which is expected to generate $3.4 billion in revenue for Uttar Pradesh. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voice note: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

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4 DAYS AGO

Rebuilding after LA’s wildfires – who will pay

Los Angeles has been devastated by wildfires, forcing nearly 200,000 residents to flee, destroying homes, and taking lives. We hear firsthand from those caught in the chaos, including Julia Pollak, who narrowly escaped the flames. With climate change fuelling more extreme weather, insurance is increasingly out of reach for many. Benjamin Allbright of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of Louisiana weighs in on the challenges. Plus, updates on Venezuela’s contested elections, TikTok’s legal battle in the US, and the impact of tariffs on California’s almond industry.

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4 DAYS AGO

Donald Trump sentenced in New York to 'unconditional discharge'

The US president-elect, Donald Trump has been given an unconditional discharge over his conviction last year for business fraud. The sentence -- handed down in New York -- means he avoids prison or a fine, as expected. The popular social media platform, TikTok, is appearing before the US Supreme Court today in a last-ditch effort to overturn an imminent US ban. And in Venezuela, President Nicolás Maduro is set to be sworn in today for the third term to lead his country, despite a six-month dispute over a July election and international calls for him to stand aside.

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5 DAYS AGO

Fierce wildfires continue burning out of control in California

Coming up on the programme, Experts estimate a $50 billion cost as wildfires continue to rage across Los Angeles. We also examine the challenges facing Lebanon’s new president as he tackles the country’s economic crisis. Plus, a look at Peru’s new megaport, poised to become Latin America’s gateway to Asia.

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5 DAYS AGO

Joe Biden declares an emergency in California as wildfires devastate Los Angeles

At least five different wildfires are still raging around Los Angeles, and the flames are visible from space, squeezing the city in a blazing pincer. We will look at the financial costs to fight such fires and insurance costs for people who live in areas like Southern California where fires happen regularly. A new mega-port on Peru’s coastline—part of China's Belt and Road Initiative—will increase the frequency of trips to Asia this month. And Ethiopia is on the brink of launching a new stock exchange after a fifty-year gap. This stock exchange is housed on a freshly minted trading floor within a towering high-rise in Addis Ababa's financial hub.

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