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The Happy Pod: Sending my mother's ashes around the world

BBC Global News Podcast Saturday 21 June 2025, 12:36 UTC By BBC World Service 1 min read
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The woman fulfilling her mother's dreams of travel by launching her ashes out to sea in a bottle. It's brought her happiness amid her grief. Also: Thailand's tigers bounce back; and making hospitals happier for children.

The woman fulfilling her mother's dreams of travel by launching her ashes out to sea in a bottle. It's brought her happiness amid her grief. Also: Thailand's tigers bounce back; and making hospitals happier for children.

Presenter: Nick Miles. Music composed by Iona Hampson

Thailand (LOCATION) Nick Miles (PERSON) Iona Hampson (PERSON)
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