BBC World Service

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The Hubble telescope looked out into what we thought was an empty patch of space and showed us how little we know about the universe, revealing tens of thousands of previously unknown galaxies.

Astronomers on Earth had long gazed into the skies, but their view was obscured as light from the universe was disrupted by our planet's atmosphere.

The Hubble Space Telescope was launched into orbit in 1990 to overcome the problem and offer a clear view of the stars.

But not everything went to plan.

🎧 Hear how the dream was almost lost in a distant blur, or search for 13 Minutes: Trouble with Hubble wherever you get your podcasts: https://t.co/vt17Kk95AS

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Germany's rust belt revival - katja Hoyer on how cities like Dortmund have ditched the old industries for the new.

🎧 A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling https://t.co/cnMZJtsock

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Leftwing incumbent, Luiz Inácio da Silva - known as Lula - has become the first Brazilian president to win a fourth term since the return of democracy in 1988.

He won a knife-edge race against Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro - who is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after losing the last election in 2022.

Brazil's Superior Electoral Court declared Lula the winner with around 52% of the vote - though Bolsonaro has refused to concede.

🎧 Catch up with the world on the Global News Podcast https://t.co/sFai0gKKVp

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The Siege of Paris - in 1870, the city of Paris was encircled by the Prussian army.

🎧 Hear the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there https://t.co/3Np97jPtuD

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This waterfall may look like it's falling out of the sky... 🌈🌧️

In fact it's just a spectacular photographic illusion.

"We captured this natural phenomenon at just the right moment and from the perfect angle,” said photographer Giba Morais.

🎧 Meet the people who can taste words and see letters as colours: https://t.co/xMZgWIvRiA

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Brazil's left-wing President Lula da Silva wins a fourth term in office, while right-wing challenger Bolsonaro calls for results to be annulled. 🎧 #GlobalNewsPod https://t.co/X0dTsrc4Zl

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🏄‍♂️ For khamis, surfing is more than a sport — it’s a way of life.
With its beautiful blue waters and breathtaking coastline in Oman - his mission is to share his passion and inspire others in his community to take up surfing.

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Michigan Democrats on Israel, US foreign policy and the future of the party. 🎧 #GlobalNewsPod https://t.co/oKetyiqTd4

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Business Daily, Founders: Olio CEO Tessa Clarke's fight against food waste

🎧The daily drama of money and work from the BBC https://t.co/voblGIX6OY

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Behind the scenes with director Joachim Trier as he makes a new film

🎧 How creatives write, perform and make art, design and music https://t.co/8ppEJi2obk

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The family of seven-week-old twins Raghad and Raad had to flee their home because of fighting between pro-government forces and the Houthis. The conflict has fuelled the country's hunger crisis.

🎧 Yemen's humanitarian crisis: https://t.co/Tk8DCV9awz

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How sharing food can bring us closer in the home and even at work

🎧 The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food https://t.co/JoczOAJvHV

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Solving the mystery of allergies

🎧Health issues and medical breakthroughs from around the world. https://t.co/85zfzMHhfT

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Breaking the code of silence: How Palermo's citizens are fighting back against the mafia

🎧 A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling https://t.co/qYpvwA8vCX

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This artist creates his best work from the mosh pit. 🎨🎸🎶

22-year-old Sam Joesbury, from Yorkshire in the UK, has spent the last year honing his drawing skills at live music events.

🎧 Meet the man who risked it all to keep traditional Vietnamese music alive under communism https://t.co/bhQcnq5M7k

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French police arrest nearly 1,000 people during a day of mass protests over the cost of living. 🎧 #GlobalNewsPod https://t.co/RwG60S1RbK

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How is the conflict between Israel and Gaza shaping this US midterm elections race?

🎧 The Global Story - where the world meets America https://t.co/gGT4yBgt7y

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Hangxiety: Why some people experience anxiety after drinking alcohol

🎧 Helping you make sense of what’s happening in your world https://t.co/0YxnP3yyLi

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This Canadian diver made history by becoming the first woman to dive off an iceberg. 🇨🇦🧊💪

Molly Carlson also smashed a personal record with her highest backwards dive to date.

🎧 Why did the world's largest iceberg melt away in 2026? https://t.co/SB2Kgz0SOr

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The Documentary takes a close look into the life of Navi Pillay, human rights judge and winner of Nobel Peace Prize.

🎧 A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling https://t.co/SzLJ8CAyys

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Fury v Joshua: Are superfights worth super-waits?

🎧 Unexpected questions and beyond the scoresheet chat https://t.co/1Eu4f827HR