Ukraine's Energy Crisis: With temperatures already below zero, more than a million Ukrainians are without electricity due to recent attacks targeting the nation’s energy infrastructure. Roger Hearing hears insights from Olga Khakova, deputy director for European energy security at the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Center.Brazil's Real fluctuates as doubts grow about the government’s economic reforms. Our South America correspondent Ione Wells reports from São Paulo on investor concerns over President Lula’s fiscal plans.India's economy is underperforming, with GDP growth of 5.4% instead of the expected 6.5%. Economist Janhanwi Singh of the Export-Import Bank of India shares her insights on this economic shift.And Yelp turns 20. The online review giant has shaped consumer decisions for two decades, amassing nearly 300 million reviews worldwide. Marketplace’s Meghan McCarty Carino reflects on Yelp’s influence and evolution.We want to hear your views. Contact us on WhatsApp or send a voice note to +44 330 678 3033.
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Ukrainian businesses struggle after power grid attacks
We'll hear how Ukrainian businesses are coping with regular power outages after Thursday's Russian attacks on the energy sector.Plus, we'll discuss the backlash in China – including criticism from the government – after a BBC interview with Uniqlo's CEO aired yesterday.And as restoration work on France's iconic Notre Dame cathedral is revealed, we'll talk to the man whose company repaired its massive bells.We want to hear your views. Contact us on WhatsApp or send a voice note to +44 330 678 3033.
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Australia approves social media ban on under-16s
Australia will ban under-16s from using social media, after its parliament approved the world's strictest laws. We hear from Peter Malinauskas, Premier of South Australia and Bruce Daisley, an author and technology leader and former vice president of X (former Twitter).Also, where will GenZ shop on Black Friday? And we find out of how the first 24-hour stock exchange will work.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!
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France's borrowing costs mount amid growing budget crisis
A political dispute over France's Budget has unsettled financial markets. We'll explore the parliamentary standoff and why politicians are struggling to address the nation's mounting debt.Also – the CEO of Uniqlo shares his ambition to make the brand the world’s largest clothing retailer.And we journey to Greenland, where the capital Nuuk has just opened its first international airport.We want to hear your views. Contact us on WhatsApp or send a voice note to +44 330 678 3033.
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Gautam Adani: How will US fraud charges affect Indian economy?
India's parliament was suspended after clashes broke between lawmakers. The opposition Congress Party was demanding answers about bribery charges against billionaire Gautam Adani.Also, we hear about trade between Mexico and US from Jorge Castaneda, the former Mexican Foreign Minister.And why rapper Drake is accusing record label Universal Music and streaming platform Spotify of defamation.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!
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