Les meilleurs podcasts Westminster Online (2024)

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Starmer Looks Back In Anger 32:48

3h ago32:48

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Today, we look at a gloomy warning from Keir Starmer, and the return of Oasis. The PM cast a shadow across the Downing Street Rose Garden this morning, warning that the October budget will be painful. Starmer called on the country to accept short term pain for long term good. But are the new government right to be spending so much time levelling bl…

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Party Conference, Tory Leadership and the Budget Q+A! 31:52

1d ago31:52

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Today, it’s a Bank Holiday so we’re answering your questions! Adam is joined by Paddy and Henry to chat through the big events to look out for before the end of the year. And they answer your questions about Rachel Reeves’ first budget, who the ‘teacher’s pet’ of the House of Commons might be and how low turnout at the 2024 election could continue …

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These ants quietly took over Manhattan — and they're not stopping there 13:52

17h ago13:52

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New York: The city that never sleeps, the concrete jungle where dreams are made of and more recently ... home to a mysterious ant spreading across the city — before continuing across metropolitan and even state lines. Scientists first noticed this ant — now dubbed the ManhattAnt — in 2011. Nobody knew where it came from, and it was largely ignored …

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Interview: Actor and RADA President David Harewood 40:34

5h ago40:34

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Today we speak to David Harewood, actor and the President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. David has starred in shows like Homeland and Line of Duty and will soon be appearing in season two of Sherwood. In February 2024 he was appointed President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art which he first attended as a student. Adam speaks to David ab…

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Harris v Trump All Eyes on November 30:54

20h ago30:54

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Today, we take a look at the race for the White House, following the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Did Kamala Harris do enough to connect with the voters this week? Will Trump’s attacks on her work? And what impact will Robert Kennedy JR’s decision to drop out have on the race? You can now listen to Newscast on a smar…

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Did Kamala Harris pull off the biggest speech of her life? 28:03

2d ago28:03

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Kamala Harris closed the DNC with a speech that she hopes will sway voters to the Democrats. The day began with speculation over whether she might be joined on stage by Taylor Swift or Beyoncé. In the end, Harris took to the stage alone and focused on her upbringing and a pitch to America’s middle class. The team assemble on the final night of the …

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Can Celeb Support Sign, Seal, Deliver Election Results? 35:10

3d ago35:10

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Today we look at celebrity political endorsements, and whether they make a difference at the polls. At the Democratic National Convention last night, Hollywood stars took to the stage to endorse Kamala Harris for President, but will their support actually change the results of the election? Adam’s joined by Marianna and John Burn-Murdoch, chief dat…

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What Do The Riots Tell Us About The Far Right? 32:38

7d ago32:38

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Today we look at who was involved in organising the riots across the UK. Adam is joined by Investigations Correspondent Daniel De Simone and Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman to chat about what the riots across the country tells us about the far right. And, what the latest government borrowing figures might mean for Rachel Reeves’ first b…

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How Did the Super Yacht Sink? 25:41

7d ago25:41

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Today, we look at the rescue operation following the sinking of a luxury yacht off the coast off Sicily. Six people are still missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, after the Bayesian sank on Monday. Why are rescue divers struggling to reach the yacht’s cabins? What freak weather conditions caused the ship to sink? Mark Lowen, BBC Rome …

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Harris, Obama and Beyoncé (Maybe) At the DNC 29:19

8d ago29:19

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Today, we look at Kamala Harris taking centre stage at the Democratic National Convention, as she is poised to become presidential nominee. With just 11 weeks until the American people go to the polls, Kamala Harris will be nominated as the official Democrat presidential nominee on Thursday at the DNC in Chicago. Will we learn more about Harris’ po…

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Interview: The First British Astronaut Helen Sharman 56:43

10d ago56:43

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Today we speak to the first British astronaut Helen Sharman. Helen went to space in 1991 after responding to a radio advert calling for people to apply to become Britain’s first astronaut. After 18 months of intensive training she spent eight days in space conducting experiments. Adam and Helen talk about living in the Soviet Union at the end of th…

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17/08/2024 32:45

11d ago32:45

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Adam Fleming and friends discuss the week's biggest stories.Par BBC News

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The Infected Blood Scandal Payouts 34:45

12d ago34:45

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Today, we look at the pay-outs to victims of the infected blood scandal. The government has pledged to push ahead with compensation payments from the end of 2024, and announced that victims will receives payments for life. Adam is joined by Nick Thomas-Symonds, Paymaster General, to discuss the scandal and how the government will pay for it. Plus, …

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University Challenged 34:07

12d ago34:07

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Today, thousands of students receive their results from A-level, T-level, BTec Nationals and other Level 3 qualifications. Adam is opening Newscast University for one day only! He’s joined by BBC education editor Branwen Jeffreys, who tells us what today’s results reveal about the state of higher education in the UK. And the World Health Organisati…

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Is Ukraine's Advance Damaging Putin? 38:29

13d ago38:29

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Today, we look at the latest inflation figures and how Russian state media are covering Ukraine’s continuing advance into Russia. James Cook is in for Adam, and he’s joined by political correspondent Alex Forsyth and chief economic correspondent Dharshini David to discuss the rise in the rate of UK inflation. They also talk about the Scottish gover…

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6 Tory Leadership Candidates 29:29

15d ago29:29

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Today, we look at the race to be the next leader of the Conservative Party. Who are the 6 candidates? Who’s backing whom? And why have the Tories introduced a yellow card system? Adam and Alex speak to the Spectator’s political correspondent, James Heale. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere New…

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How will Putin Respond to Ukraine’s Attack in Russia? 36:22

15d ago36:22

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Today we look at Ukraine’s surprise advance across the Russian border and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. 121,000 people have evacuated from Russia’s western Kursk region after the Ukrainian military crossed the border in an unexpected move. Adam speaks to Ukrainecast’s Vitaly Shevchenko alongside Shashank Joshi, defence editor at The E…

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Interview: Big Issue Founder Lord Bird 40:12

17d ago40:12

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Today, we speak to Lord John Bird, the co-founder of the Big Issue magazine and anti-poverty campaigner. Lord Bird was born into poverty and spent time rough sleeping before starting the Big Issue in 1991. In 2015 he was appointed a crossbench People’s Peer. Adam talks to Lord Bird about growing up in poverty, the impact prison had on his life and …

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Has The Tide Turned After The Riots? 30:32

18d ago30:32

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Today, we look at whether after a week of riots, we have seen the end of unrest on Britain’s streets. In a call with the Prime Minister, King Charles has praised Britain’s community spirit in response to the riots and gave his "heartfelt thanks" to the officers who had worked to restore peace across the country. More than 700 people have now been a…

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LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival! 1:44:28

18d ago1:44:28

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Today, Newscast at the Edinburgh Festival for a special, extended episode! Adam is joined by Scotland Editor James Cook, Leader of the Scottish Labour Party Anas Sarwar, comedian Catherine Bohart, and host of BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News Des Clarke. Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The Assistant Editor is Chr…

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The Riots Q+A 37:45

19d ago37:45

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Today, we answer your questions about the violent disorder which has spread across the UK since the Southport attack. Adam is joined by political and investigations correspondent Joe Pike, senior UK correspondent Sima Kotecha, and investigations correspondent Daniel De Simone. Plus, Adam speaks to disinformation and social media correspondent, Mari…

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Counter-Protests Take To The Streets 33:25

20d ago33:25

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Adam makes his Newsnight debut on the night counter-protests take to the streets in response to the riots in recent weeks. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. The assistant ed…

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Deep-Sea ‘Nodules’ May Produce Oxygen | A Bird’s Physics Trick For High-Altitude Flying

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New research suggests that polymetallic nodules found 13,000 feet deep produce “dark oxygen” by electrolyzing water. Also, at higher altitudes, the air is less dense, which makes it harder for birds in flight to generate lift. The turkey vulture has a solution. Deep-Sea ‘Nodules’ May Produce Oxygen, Study Finds An international team of researchers …

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The Riots and The Courtroom 40:29

21d ago40:29

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Today, we look at more suspects appearing in court across the country after a week of violence. Around 100 people have now been charged and more than 400 people have been arrested. The director of public prosecutions in England and Wales says he is “willing” to consider charging some rioters with terrorism offences. Adam is joined by UK home affair…

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The Riots, the Rioters and the Response 40:37

22d ago40:37

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Today, we look at the almost 400 arrests made after violence across the country over the past six days. Sir Keir Starmer chaired an emergency meeting of Cobra on Monday morning to discuss the government’s response to the violent disorder. He announced a ‘standing army’ of police officers to help tackle the riots. But, what do we know about the peop…

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Interview: Médecins Sans Frontières's Dr Natalie Roberts 48:55

24d ago48:55

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Title The Dr Natalie Roberts Interview Short Adam speaks to the Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières Long Today we speak to Dr Natalie Roberts, Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). Natalie discusses her early medical career in the NHS, working in some of the world's most dangerous countries and how the…

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What's Behind the Violence on England's Streets? 33:08

25d ago33:08

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Today, we look at what causing people to riot on the streets of England. Unrest has broken out in multiple towns and cities through the week, the first example of which was see in Southport, where three young girls were killed on Monday. In Sunderland on Friday night, three police officers were injured and needed hospital treatment during what poli…

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Team Newscast Goes To The Olympics 43:45

25d ago43:45

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Today, we’re in Paris! Team GB are climbing up the medal table and there’s controversy in the boxing. Adam runs around the Olympics host city to catch up on the sport with 5 Live’s Kelly Cates, hear from Team GB's gold medal winning rowers Lauren Henry and Georgie Brayshaw, and ask the Paris 2024 CEO Etienne Thobois how you organise such a massive …

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Starmer Calls Out ‘Gang of Thugs’ 36:56

26d ago36:56

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Today, we look at Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s response to the disorder that spread across the country in the wake of the Southport attack. The PM described those involved as ‘thugs’ as he announced a new ‘national violent disorder programme’ to clamp down on violent groups. To discuss what the programme could look like, Adam is joined by home…

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The Assassination of Hamas's Political Leader 30:31

27d ago30:31

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Today we look at the killing of Hamas’ political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. Haniyeh was involved in negotiations to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza strip. His killing came hours after an Israeli strike on a Hezbollah commander in Lebanon and raises fears of wider conflict in the Middle East. Adam speaks to international editor Jeremy Bowen and ch…

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Breaking Newscast: Huw Edwards admits child abuse image charges 9:32

28d ago9:32

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Today we look at the court hearing where former-BBC News presenter, Huw Edwards, pleaded guilty to making indecent images. He admitted to having 41 indecent images of children which had been sent to him by another man on WhatsApp. Adam is joined by Culture & Media Editor, Katie Razzall. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyu…

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Ask Chancellor Rachel Reeves 33:39

28d ago33:39

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Today, we speak to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the day after she announced her public spending audit and blamed the Conservatives for a ‘black hole’ in public finances. Adam and Chris join Chancellor Reeves in the Treasury to hear about the conversations she had with officials the day after the election and whether it’s fair to accuse Shadow Chancell…

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Is There a ‘Black Hole’ in the Budget? 31:47

29d ago31:47

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Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a series of cuts to spending in order to address what she called a £22 bn ‘black hole’ in public finances. To discuss the government’s plans, Adam is joined by Chris - fresh from the chancellor’s press conference - and Faisal to discuss the chancellor’s announcements, how the claims have been calculated and…

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Interview: Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen 45:49

1M ago45:49

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Today we speak to Ben Houchen, the Conservative mayor for Tees Valley who was given a life peerage by Boris Johnson. Adam speaks to Ben about his role as mayor, how he got into politics and how he managed to defeat national trends to hold his position in the 2024 local elections. Ben explains why he thinks the party should have gone shorter with th…

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Around the World in 73 Elections 31:51

1M ago31:51

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Today, we look at some of the elections that are taking place around the globe in 2024! 6 months after they discussed the future of democracy in 2024, Adam reunites with political scientist Ben Ansell for an update on the elections taking place this year. They discuss the US election; why the Democrats chose to make their campaign all about democra…

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Let The Games Begin! 35:55

1M ago35:55

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Today we look at the start of Olympics in Paris. Adam is joined by Sarah Mulkerrins from BBC Sport, our Paris Correspondent Andrew Harding and four time Olympic gold medalist Matthew Pinsent. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news sto…

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Did Biden Explain Why He's Quitting the Race? 26:45

1M ago26:45

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Today, Adam is joined by Justin Webb from Americast following Joe Biden's primetime address, announcing he is stepping down from the US presidential race. US President Joe Biden has told Americans that it's time to “pass the torch to a new generation” as he sought to explain the historic decision to end his faltering re-election campaign. You can j…

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The Gorilla in the Room

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Radiolab for Kids is back! Is there such a thing as a good cage? Happy gorillas, deft landscape architects and neurologists show us that there just might be. We go back to the late 1970s to relive the moment when zoos began to change—literally the moment that the modern zoo was born, as embodied by a few tentative steps of a gorilla named Kiki. Tha…

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Sir Keir Starmer's PMQs Debut 31:33

1M ago31:33

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Today, we discuss the first post-election edition of Prime Minister’s Questions - and the first since Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak swapped places. Adam is joined by Chris and Alex to talk through the day’s political news, including PMQs, the seven Labour MPs who have been suspended after voting against the government and Baroness Eluned Morgan …

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Jess Phillips on Misogyny... Bibby Stockholm + JD Vance 31:06

1M ago31:06

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Today, we look at the National Police Chiefs Councils report into rising violence against women and girls, with Home Office minister Jess Phillips. The report estimates at least one in 12 women (about 2 million) in England and Wales would be victims of violence every year, and that the problem had been growing. Adam and Jess also discuss the closin…

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Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris 35:21

1M ago35:21

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Today, everything you need to know about Kamala Harris. We profile Vice-President Kamala Harris, who is the new favourite to be Democratic nominee for the White House after President Biden announced he would not be running. What does she stand for? What has she done in her time as VP? And, is she the first truly meme’d politician? Adam is joined by…

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Biden Withdraws from the Presidential Race! 29:14

1M ago29:14

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US President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats - and backs Vice-President Kamala Harris to be the democratic nominee. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere. Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from th…

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Is The Chancellor Taking a Chance on Public Sector Pay? 33:49

1M ago33:49

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Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for teachers and some NHS workers. Laura and Paddy talk through today's Reeves' interview, as well as shadow chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, who says Labour's claim of the "worst economic inheritance since World War Two" is "absolute nonsense". You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyur…

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Keir Starmer, JD Vance and Hulk Hogan… What a week! 28:29

1M ago28:29

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Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern. Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge. Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics. You can join our Newscast online community …

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Americast x Newscast Q+A 37:19

1M ago37:19

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Today, Newscast and Americast join forces to answer your questions on the US election. What brought Donald Trump and JD Vance together? If Kamala Harris does run to be President, who would be her VP? And, Is President Michelle Obama a possibility? Adam is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Marianna Spring. You can join our Newscast online commun…

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Breaking Newscast: Super Massive IT Outage 21:42

1M ago21:42

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Today, we’re looking at major IT outages that have hit industries across the world. More than 1,000 flights are cancelled. Banking, healthcare and shops are also affected. Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike says a "defect" in one of its software updates hit Windows operating systems You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/n…

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The President Zelensky Interview 25:15

1M ago25:15

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Today, President Zelensky sits down for an interview with Chris Mason. The Ukrainian leader was in the UK, alongside other world leaders, as part of the meeting of the European Political Community at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Speaking after the event President Zelesnky discussed with Chris the possible return of President Trump, the mistakes …

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Covid Inquiry: UK 'Failed Citizens' 41:20

1M ago41:20

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Today we look at the first report released by the Covid Inquiry. Focusing on pandemic preparations, it said the governments of the UK and devolved nations had ‘failed its citizens’ by planning for the wrong pandemic. The report lays out the failures, including ‘groupthink’ mentality and ‘labyrinthine’ systems. Adam is joined by health reporter Jim …

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King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button 38:58

1M ago38:58

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Today, we look at what was in Labour’s first King’s Speech. Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn’t included. Adam also speaks to Labour’s Lucy Powell, now Leade…

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Gething Resigns As Welsh First Minister 18:52

1M ago18:52

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Today, we look at the resignation of Welsh First Minister, Vaughan Gething. Just four months into the job, Vaughan Gething has quit his position as First Minister after four members of his cabinet resigned, calling for him to go. Since taking over in March, the FM has faced criticism for accepting a campaign donation from a businessman convicted of…

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