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24/04/2025

For many the late Pope Francis was a breathe of fresh air, a man who spoke for those marginalised in society.

But as the Catholic church was plagued by widespread accusations of sexual abuse, did he deliver justice for the victims?

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23/04/2025

Most people agree that building big infrastructure is good for economic growth, as well as for the green transition.

But why aren't Britain building anything?

Earlier this year the Prime Minister identified one man who he claimed was costing the country its future.

In this episode of the Slow Newscast, Katie Gunning sets out to find this man and investigate why and how he is getting in the country's way.

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23/04/2025

On Monday The University of Harvard sued the Trump administration over its freezing of $2.3 billion in funding.

The university claims the administration has acted unlawfully and violated the university’s policy on free speech.

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22/04/2025

"Politics has never been a debating club, it's always been a bar fight".

Political commentator and author Ash Sarkar joined us in the Tortoise newsroom. She discussed how the left and right can disagree better, to be more productive.

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18/04/2025

🐢🐼🐸🦛 Episode 25 of the Animal Sensemaker is out now.

One animal, each week, to make sense of the world.

This week, we're meeting an animal who became a viral sensation in 2024 - the Pygmy Hippo.

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In partnership with On the Edge.

17/04/2025

We're looking for an Editorial Administrator to join us at the Observer.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the newsroom by ensuring that our journalists have everything they need to produce world-class journalism.

You will be a focal presence, acting as a facilitator across the Observer Magazine, Observer Fashion, Observer Food Monthly and the Opinion desk.

Head to our careers page for more details on how to apply: https://torto.se/4cBdiNj

The Observer’s promise is in the name. The Observer bears witness; the best of journalism being curious minds at work. It loves the arts and ideas, both for their own sake and because they can change lives. It’s proudly progressive, but has no party allegiance. It’s open to different arguments...

17/04/2025

"That shared experience of struggle, of shared purpose... created a shared cultural worldview."

Political commentator and author Ash Sarkar joined us in the Tortoise newsroom. She had a candid conversation about how the left can help themselves better make a change.

Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://torto.se/44tj15L

16/04/2025

Who’s paying the price for Trump’s cuts to US foreign aid?

NPR's Lauren Frayer joined us for the latest episode of the News Meeting.

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16/04/2025

What does the government’s takeover of the Scunthorpe steelworks mean for the future of UK industry?

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15/04/2025

What if, instead of scrambling to rebuild, we protected communities before disaster struck?

In a brand new series of Counter Crisis, from the Centre for Disaster Protection, Jeevan Vasagar speaks to those on the front lines of climate-disaster – people who know the difference pre-arranged finance can make when a crisis hits.

It saves money and, more importantly, it saves lives.

With climate crises becoming more frequent, and with aid shrinking, every dollar must count. We need to focus on what works.

Find out how we can rethink the crisis finance system—so that vulnerable communities are better protected, risks are managed earlier, and recovery is faster when the worst happens.

Series 2 of Counter Crisis is out now, with new episodes every week. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://linktr.ee/disasterprotection

15/04/2025

Manchester United is a club used to success. But it is languishing in the league and saddled with debt.

This week's Slow Newscast tells the story of how one of the world's most successful football clubs fell apart.

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14/04/2025

Join us for this month's News Meeting Live on 29 April 🗞️🎙️

You'll get a chance to see and hear up close how conversations shape the news agenda.

We'll be joined by special guest Dr Charlotte Proudman – an award-winning barrister at Goldsmith Chambers, specialising in family law and violence against women and girls.

You’ll be able to have your say, and share the stories you think our editors should be talking about too.

Book now to join us in the newsroom and online: https://torto.se/3RO1q0Q