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• Why did a Russian warship fire at a British yacht? 19.06.2026 6min

  A Russian military vessel fired warning shots near a British couple as they sailed across the English channel. Why did it happen and does it matter?Host and writer: Madeleine ParrProducer: Katie GunningEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Will the UK’s social media ban work? 18.06.2026 7min

  On Monday the Prime Minister announced that the government will be banning social media for all under 16s in the UK. But what does that really mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• What’s in the US-Iran deal and will it work? 17.06.2026 9min

  On Sunday evening, a framework deal between the US and Iran was signed to end the four-month war. Will the deal last?Host: Madeleine ParrWriter & Producer: Amalie Sortland and Poppy BullardEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• How social media is fuelling far-right riots 16.06.2026 6min

  The UK has seen far-right riots in the wake of two attacks in recent weeks - in Southampton and Belfast. Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Who’s behind the Nigel Farage crypto scam? 15.06.2026 8min

  Last week, X users were flooded with images of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage fighting Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England. The images were fake, but what were they trying to achieve?Host: Andrew ButlerWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandReporter: Patricia ClarkeEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• The business of climbing Everest 12.06.2026 7min

  An Everest guide was discovered close to death after surviving on the mountainside for six day, after he was left by the rest of his climbing party. What can the incident tells us about safety precautions on the world's tallest mountain?Writer: Ada BaruméProducer: Ada BaruméHost: Ada BaruméClips: Instagram@chris.thrall, BBC news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• What’s behind the protests against the Kushner-Trump luxury development in Albania? 11.06.2026 8min

  Protests in Albania against a planned luxury resort development linked to Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner may be evolving into a broader political movement.Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Sofia FentonExecutive producer: Jasper CorbettClip credits: Reuters, David Senra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why are football World Cup tickets so expensive? 10.06.2026 5min

  Despite assurances that the men's football World Cup would sell out, thousands of tickets are still available on resale sites, at hugely inflated prices.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why is Ghana criminalising LGBTQ+ people? 09.06.2026 6min

  In recent years, several African countries have rowed back on LGBTQ+ rights, the latest being Ghana.Writer: Ada BaruméProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Jonathan Lewis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why is Gen Z increasingly discontent with AI? 08.06.2026 7min

  Booing AI at graduation ceremonies in the US is becoming a trend. What’s behind it?Host: Madeleine ParrWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Sofia FentonExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• The fallout from the Henry Nowak case 05.06.2026 7min

  The police’s treatment of Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed after he had been stabbed, has prompted riots in Southampton, and allegations of a two-tier policing system. Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Madeleine ParrEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• What is Trump’s endgame in Cuba? 04.06.2026 7min

  As Donald Trump ramps up pressure on Cuba, the island is facing fuel shortages, economic collapse and mass emigration. But will these threats form the US president back fire? Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why can cold water be so dangerous? 03.06.2026 6min

  More than a dozen people have died trying to cool off during the May heatwave. When does swimming in cold water become fatal?Writer: Ada BaruméProducer: Ada BaruméHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Joe MeeEditor: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• The Pope’s AI warning 02.06.2026 7min

  Last week Pope Leo chose to focus on the dangers of artificial intelligence during his first major teaching. Why did he decide to concentrate on AI?Writer: Jonathan LewisProducer: Jonathan LewisHost: Jonathan LewisEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Will an El Niño event cause even hotter summers? 01.06.2026 6min

  There are reports of a super El Niño on the way. But what would that mean for the UK and the world's weather? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Peter Murrell’s embezzlement scandal 29.05.2026 7min

  This week Peter Murrell, the estranged husband of former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, admitted to embezzling £400,000 from the Scottish National Party.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Madeleine ParrEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why is the government pushing for price caps? 28.05.2026 8min

  Last week, reports emerged that the UK Treasury had discussed with supermarkets the idea of capping prices on staple foods like bread, eggs and milk. But supermarkets pushed back.Host: Jonathan LewisWriter & Producer: Amalie Sortland and Poppy BullardEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Will the UK rejoin the EU? 27.05.2026 9min

  A decade after Britain voted to leave the European Union, Brexit is again part of the political debate.Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Is social media damaging London’s tourist trade? 26.05.2026 7min

  AI videos depicting London rife with gangs, violence, and crime may be driving overseas tourists away from the capital.Writer: April McLennanProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Andrew ButlerEpisode photography: Lizzie TuckerExecutive Producer: Jasper CorbettClips: BBC Panorama, NBC News, LBC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Could the Married at First Sight allegations change the TV industry? 22.05.2026 7min

  What the Married at First Sight allegations could mean for Channel 4 and the future of reality TV. Writer: Ada BarumeProducer:  Katie GunningHost: Madeleine Parr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.