Afleveringen
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The World Cup hydration breaks are giving players the chance to cool off, but we look at why this is an advantage for advertisers.
Venice is now charging day-trippers up to $11 to enter the city in the latest efforts to tackle over tourism, we take a look at what impact this will have on local businesses.
And the Toy Story 5 film is out today, we take a look at why the film's franchise has been a huge success for over three decades.
Presenter: Vishala Sri-Pathma Producer: Barbara George and Parisa Qurban
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IPO aims to raise $4 billion for Jio Platforms hopes, the telecom unit of billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance.
Is the UK economy 6% smaller as a result of voting for Brexit in 2016?
And Iran says ships won't be charged for passing through the Strait of Hormuz during the 60 days peace negotiations period.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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The US has lifted its Iran naval blockade following the US-Iran deal. Both countries have signed a deal but what does it actually mean for the two nations?
We head to Cuba where the government’s unveiled sweeping reforms, trying to steady an economy that’s really under pressure.
And the Governor of Massachusetts has unofficially "legalised" the Scottish dish haggis, as the state continues to welcome Scotland fans during the World Cup.
Presenter: Vishala Sri-Pathma Producer: Barbara George and Parisa Qurban
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US and Iranian officials have signed a 'memorandum of understanding' to end the war which began in March. Oil and LNG prices are expected to fall as ship traffic resumes.
Dozens of Ukrainian drones have struck the biggest oil refinery in Russia's capital Moscow. Many parts of Russia have suffered fuel shortages in recent weeks.
And Cuba's Communist government has approved reforms to try and revive its economy in the face US oil blockade.
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Donald Trump’s new Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, has held interest rates steady at his first policy meeting, despite being appointed with a clear expectation that borrowing costs would fall. What does it mean for ordinary business owners in the States?
And we look how motorbike couriers smuggling Iranian fuel into Pakistan, where riders say the war has triggered a new boom.
Plus how does one of the world’s biggest oil producers end up short of fuel? We're in Russia where drivers are queuing for hours to fill up their tanks.
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US Fed Chair Kevin Warsh who was appointed by Trump is to set to oversee his first meeting, but will he hold rates steady?
In Japan, six major ice cream makers have been raided following accusations that they have unfairly raised prices.
And the Boss of Mondelez who own Cadbury and Toblerone speaks on why he decided to not exit Russia despite their invasion of Ukraine.
Presenter Sarah Rogers Producer: Barbara George and Aleeza Siddiq
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Elon Musk's SpaceX has overtaken Amazon to become the world's fifth most valuable company after a surge in its share price. Why are people keen to invest in commercial space?
Also, Cuba's tourism feels the impact of US oil blockade as fewer people visit the country . We hear from a local tourist guide.
And will AI replace jobs of young people? We hear from a father and daughter about the challenges of finding work in the AI world.
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China's consumer spending and investment have fallen to levels unseen since the pandemic but what does that mean for their economy going forward?
Also Donald Trump shares more details on that Iran-US deal at the G7.
And we'll be finding out why tourism is declining in the Caribbean island of Cuba.
Presenter Sarah Rogers Producer: Barbara George and Aleeza Siddiq
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The US and Iran agree deal to end war and could lead to supplies of gas and oil flowing more freely across the world. We hear from the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and from one of the world's biggest container shipping firms - Hapag-Lloyd.
And as the UK ban socials for under 16's is that the right approach? And how it will affecting businesses?
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The US and Iran have reached an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. We will be hearing what this mean for oil prices in the global market. In the UK there's a ban on under 16's on social media. The UK says it it going further than other countries to remove high-risk features on gaming platforms and livestreaming sites. And Starbucks across South Korea close for a staff history lesson - after a marketing stunt went horribly wrong. Presenter: Sarah Rogers Producer: Barbara George
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Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX shares soared following the company's stock market debut in New York. Andrew Peach examines what's driving the company's remarkable rise from its Starlink satellite business to the enduring appeal of the Musk brand.
Also on the programme, Switzerland is preparing to vote on proposals to limit population growth. But could restricting migration come at a cost to the country's economy?
And we'll assess the legacy of one of the art world's biggest names, as David Hockney dies aged 89, and ask what continues to make his work so sought after and valuable.
(Picture: A billboard of SpaceX is pictured on the day of SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO) at the Nasdaq MarketSite, in New York City, U.S., June 12, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)
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Today is the day SpaceX begins trading on public markets after raising around $75 billion in one of the largest listings on record, valuing the company at nearly $1.8 trillion.
Broader markets are also edging higher, with investors weighing whether enthusiasm around SpaceX is part of a wider surge linked to major AI-related listings still to come.
There is also growing focus on the personal implications of the listing. The scale of the valuation raises the possibility of Elon Musk entering the trillion-dollar club, prompting questions about what that means in practice
Presenter: Leanna ByrneProducer: David Cann
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El Niño has officially begun, according to scientists at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Will Bain examines what the climate phenomenon could mean for food prices, energy markets, economic growth and weather patterns around the world. We'll also look ahead to Friday's huge Initial Public Offering in shares in SpaceX. And the World Cup is under way. We hear from businesses and residents about the opportunities, disruptions and expectations as the tournament gets started.
(Picture:Indonesian farmers brace for possible dry spell linked to El Nino. Indonesia, June 4, 2026. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan)
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Wall Street is preparing for what could be the biggest IPO in history as SpaceX gets ready to begin trading on the public markets. We look at the final steps before launch, what investors can expect, and what the listing could mean for the wider technology and space sectors.
Also on the programme, the European Central Bank has raised interest rates for the first time in almost three years as policymakers respond to inflationary pressures across the eurozone.
Nearly a year after the crash of Air India Flight 171, investigators are expected to provide an update. But the inquiry has become increasingly controversial, with competing theories about what caused the disaster and growing scrutiny of the investigation itself.
And the World Cup kicks off in Mexico. We head to Atlanta, one of the tournament's host cities, to find out whether businesses and residents are ready for the economic opportunities and challenges that come with football's biggest event.
Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: David Cann
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Gideon Long dives into the latest US inflation figures after prices rose at their fastest pace in three years. We hear from American business owners on the front line of rising costs. We also turn to China, where inflation remains far lower than in the United States, and examine what the latest figures reveal about the strength of the world's second-largest economy. And with the FIFA World Cup approaching North America, how are businesses preparing for the economic opportunities the tournament could bring?
(Picture: Fuel prices are displayed outside a gas station in Washington, DC, USA, 22 May 2026.JIM LO SCALZO/EPA/Shutterstock)
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The cost of goods in the United States is rising at its fastest pace in three years, with inflation driven mainly by soaring energy prices since the start of the war in Iran.
Economists say the energy shock is feeding through into broader price pressures across the world’s largest economy.
Meanwhile, Taiwan’s TSMC, a key player in the global AI boom and the centre of the US-China tech rivalry, has been speaking exclusively to the BBC about whether it can keep up with surging demand for advanced chips.
And with just a day to go, large numbers of World Cup 2026 tickets are appearing on resale platforms. Presenter: Leanna ByrneProducer: David Cann
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The UK competition watchdog started the investigation into Paramount Skydance's $110bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. We ask the former CMA director how will it affect the deal?
Also, why is Switzerland going to restrict the number of the population in the country?
And we look into one of the most successful IPO - SpaceX.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping has wrapped up a two-day visit to North Korea featuring military honours, public displays of friendship and talks with Kim Jong Un. While few concrete agreements emerged, the trip sends a clear signal that Beijing wants to strengthen its relationship with its isolated neighbour.
Plus, Indonesia's central bank has unexpectedly raised interest rates in an effort to stabilise the rupiah after its sharpest decline in years.
And the race to public markets is accelerating. Just days before SpaceX is expected to begin trading, OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering. We look at what could be one of the most significant listings in the technology sector for years.
Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: David Cann
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A federal judge has overturned the $100,000 H 1B visa application fee ordered by President Donald Trump saying it's an unlawful tax.
IATA, the airline industry's main body says it likely to miss its key emission target.
And China's Xi Jinping is in North Korea. What's he after?
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Global stock markets have fallen sharply after a sell-off in technology shares combined with growing uncertainty over tensions in the Middle East.
South Korea's Kospi index briefly suspended trading after plunging at the open, while Japan's Nikkei also suffered heavy losses.
Plus, Chinese President Xi Jinping is in North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un. We look at what the visit could mean for trade and economic ties between the two neighbours.
Oil prices initially surged before easing back. We ask what that tells us about how investors are assessing the risk of a wider regional conflict.
And Prada has entered the space race. The Italian fashion house has helped develop part of a new spacesuit for future NASA missions.
Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: David Cann
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