Jonathan Head

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Jonathan Head, a BBC correspondent, offers insights from Myanmar's contentious military-run election amidst conflict. Sean Dilley discusses the nuances of US-Ukraine diplomacy as President Zelensky meets Trump, touching on territory and security issues. Paul Moss explains potential implications of China's proposed rules for human-like AI systems. Will Grant highlights surging remittances to Honduras due to US immigration policies. Lastly, Jonathan Slatt celebrates a rare birth of five Siberian tiger cubs, marking a significant conservation milestone.

Lily Jamali, North America tech correspondent covering Tesla and AI shifts. Jonathan Head, Southeast Asia reporter on China's crackdown on scam networks. Justin Rullet, climate editor focused on Antarctic research and Thwaites Glacier. They discuss UK-China deals and diplomacy. They examine executions linked to scam centres and how those operations worked. They explore plans to drill under Thwaites and why it matters for sea level.

Sean Dilley, a Washington-based BBC correspondent, discusses the political implications of the recently released photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring notable figures like Donald Trump. Jonathan Head, reporting from Southeast Asia, sheds light on the ongoing clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, highlighting the complexities of peace in the region. Meanwhile, Sebastian Usher covers the violent arrest of Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi, detailing her history of activism and the ramifications of her detention.

In this discussion, Lise Doucette, the BBC's Chief International Correspondent, gives a harrowing insight into Iran's crackdown on protesters and the fast-tracked trials with death sentences looming. Cheyenne Sadurzadeh highlights the challenges of verifying protest footage across numerous towns. Weira Davies shares how trains in Kyiv offer refuge amid Russian strikes on infrastructure, while Jonathan Head reports on the tragic crane accident in Thailand that claimed many lives. These stories underscore the urgent human impact of global events.

James Gallagher, BBC's health correspondent, discusses a shocking investigation revealing a sperm donor with a TP53 mutation linked to high cancer risks, impacting nearly 197 children across Europe. Jonathan Head reports from the Thai-Cambodia border where ongoing fighting has displaced half a million people. Meanwhile, sound therapy expert Will Sedley shares promising advancements in tinnitus treatment, while designer Lucas de Groot reacts to the controversy surrounding the Calibri typeface after its ban by the US State Department.

Jonathan Head, a BBC Southeast Asia Correspondent, discusses his rare access to Pagasa Island amid the South China Sea tensions, highlighting the Philippines' resilience against China's expansion. Meanwhile, Orla Guerin reports from Diyarbakir, where the PKK's surprising decision to disarm has sparked a mix of hope and skepticism among locals, reflecting on the long road to peace and the complex layers of Kurdish identity. Both guests illuminate pressing geopolitical issues and the personal stories intertwined with them.

Exploring the ongoing search efforts and new radio technology in the mystery of flight MH370. From satellite data insights to amateur radio technology tracking. Unraveling theories and emotional journeys of families seeking closure. Reflecting on the elusive nature of truth and journalistic pursuit.

Jonathan Head, BBC Southeast Asia correspondent based in Bangkok, provides crucial insights into the recent conflict on the Thai-Cambodian border. He reveals the complex historic roots of the dispute and how social media has exacerbated nationalist feelings. Head explains the fragile nature of the recent ceasefire, spurred by Trump’s intervention. He discusses the political tensions igniting fighting, the limitations of presidential influence, and stresses that sustainable peace requires thoughtful diplomacy and economic incentives.

Jonathan Head, a BBC Southeast Asia correspondent, brings his on-the-ground insights about the dark world of scam text operations in Myanmar. He reveals how thousands are trapped in scam centres, often facing exploitation and violence. The conversation touches on the shocking concept of 'pig butchering' scams and how victims are manipulated into these schemes. Mwesezi, a young man from Uganda, shares his harrowing story of being trafficked and forced into scamming. The discussion also highlights the challenges in shutting down these operations amidst civil unrest and corruption.