Global News Podcast India's deadly nightclub fire
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Dec 7, 2025 
Davina Gupta, a journalist based in Goa, provides firsthand details about the tragic nightclub fire that claimed over 20 lives, shedding light on initial investigations and challenges in identification. Vikas Pandney gives an eyewitness account, revealing the chaos during the rescue efforts. Sean Dilley examines the implications of US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's remarks on ongoing strikes against drug boats. Laura Williamson analyzes the logistical hurdles facing the 2026 Men's World Cup, while Tom Brook highlights early Oscar frontrunners in the film awards season.
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Deadly Club Blast In Goa
- A gas cylinder exploded in the kitchen of Birch Club in Goa, causing a rapid, deadly blaze.
- Rescuers found most victims near the kitchen and on stairs, suggesting many were staff working late.
Makeshift Clubs Raise Safety Risks
- Many beach clubs in Goa are makeshift and seasonal, increasing safety and licensing risks.
- Officials have launched a formal inquiry and expect reviews of similar venues across the area.
US Rhetoric Links Narcos To Terrorism
- Pete Hegseth framed narco-traffickers as 'narco-terrorists' akin to al-Qaeda to justify lethal strikes at sea.
- The rhetoric intensifies debate about the legality and morality of US strikes on suspected drug boats.