
Alison Roberts
BBC correspondent in Lisbon reporting on the Gloria Funicular accident.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 31min
Lisbon's world-famous funicular derails
Alison Roberts, BBC correspondent in Lisbon, offers a vivid account of the tragic Gloria Funicular accident that claimed 15 lives, painting a picture of chaos and community grief. Da Wei, Director of International Security at Tsinghua University, contrasts this tragedy with pressing global issues, including survivors of Jeffrey Epstein demanding justice and a military parade in China highlighting geopolitical tensions. Additionally, new research on the health benefits of everyday movement sparks a conversation on the importance of life’s simple activities amid ongoing humanitarian crises.

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Sep 7, 2025 • 29min
Investigators: 'Cable snapped before Lisbon funicular crash'
Alison Roberts, BBC correspondent in Lisbon, shares insights into the tragic funicular crash that claimed 16 lives, revealing that a snapped cable was to blame. She discusses the investigatory findings and the difficulties faced by the brakeman during the incident. The conversation also touches on recent allegations against a U.S. Navy Seal operation that reportedly harmed North Korean civilians and explores accusations of racism directed at Disneyland Paris by a Brazilian football star after an incident involving his son.