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What You Need To Know

The quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories. Our team of specialist correspondents plus guests bring you information and analysis you can trust so you get What You Need To Know in minutes.

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11:08

Does a stormier Britain call for smarter forecasting?

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2024/11/25

As Storm Bert battered Britain last weekend, at least five people have died, and widespread havoc continues to spread across the country.Now, forecasters and politicians have come under fire as complaints over poor warnings and the UK’s defence systems are growing.So, could we have been better prepared? Or is our extreme weather becoming so unpredictable that we need an overhaul?ITV News Weather Presenter, Becky Mantin tells Sally Bidulph what you need to know…

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12:17

Why Britain’s backstreet cosmetic surgery industry is...

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2024/11/22

It’s been called the ‘Wild West.’Britain’s backstreet cometic surgery industry is booming - in salons, shops and even people’s homes.Up and down the country, unregulated procedures are taking place, leaving patients bruised, botched and some with life threatening conditions.So, why is there still no regulation here in the UK? And what can be done to change this?Cree Haughton tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know…

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15:43

Why Britain’s biggest unsolved mass murder is being...

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2024/11/20

It is one of the largest unsolved mass murders in British history.The Birmingham bombings in 1974, where 21 people were killed in two pubs, has become an enduring symbol of the Troubles and a case of justice long delayed.50 years on, as memories fade and potential witnesses have died, many unanswered questions remain. So, what happened? And will there be a public inquiry?ITV News Midlands Correspondent Ben Chapman tells Tom Bradby what you need to know…

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23:02

Trapped: The UK's dirtiest secret

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2024/11/18

You wouldn’t think this is Great Britain.Behind closed doors, people across the country are living in homes not fit for humans, left completely trapped.And the dirty secret is - they are being housed by the British state.So why have they been so neglected? And what needs to be done to change it? ITV News Investigations Editor, Daniel Hewitt tells Nina Hossain what you need to know…For more on this, head over to thetrapped.co.uk or you can find the series, The Trapped wherever you get your

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9:28

The Assisted Dying Bill: How will it work and why is...

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2024/11/15

The question of whether terminally ill people should have the right to end their lives has long been discussed and debated.And this week, as a new law was proposed, MP’s have been left more divided than ever after widespread opposition to the bill. So is the assisted dying bill doomed? Or is it likely to become law? And how would it work?ITV News UK Editor, Paul Brand tells Charlene White what you need to know…

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8:22

Will Liam Payne’s death result in better care of...

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2024/11/13

The death of One Direction star Liam Payne sent shockwaves around the world.And has shone a significant spotlight on the pressures young artists face and the support they receive or perhaps the lack of it.Now, as the music industry faces urgent questions over duty of care, record labels are doing some serious rethinking over the treatment of their artists.So, will this wakeup call change things?ITV News Arts Editor Nina Nannar tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know…

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18:10

Why Trump’s comeback casts a shadow over COP29...

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2024/11/11

From Hurricane Helene to the Spanish floods, governments around the world are dealing with the impacts of climate change.But with Donald Trump’s victory in the US election, the are fears among climate scientists and activists that global climate action could lose momentum. So as COP29 arrives in Azerbaijan, and goals are agreed - will Trump get in the way of them? And how worried should international leaders be?ITV News Science Correspondent, Martin Stew tells Cari Davies what you need to know…

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13:20

The urgent crisis in children’s reading

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2024/11/08

From J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books to Roald Dahl’s tales, kids have long been kept entertained by these classics.But, today, these books are struggling to capture children’s imaginations in the same way.Reading for pleasure amongst under 18s has hit a ‘crisis’ point with the number enjoying it in their free time dropping to just one in three.So, what’s behind this? And what are the long-term impacts?ITV News Social Affairs Correspondent, Sarah Corker tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to

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12:23

Why does spiking often go unpunished?

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2024/11/06

There’s an epidemic of spiking that’s sprawling across the UK.And yet, official reports and convictions of the crime remain low.Often, by the time the victim comes around, it may be too late to gather crucial evidence, leaving them helpless.So, what can be done? Why does spiking often go unpunished? And how safe are you when out on the town?ITV News Reporter Sangita Lal tells Sally Bidulph what you need to know…

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16:18

The final push: Could Gen Z voters tip the US election?

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2024/11/04

With the US election just 24 hours away, Gen Z voters are more divided than ever.They may be the most connected generation in history, but how connected are they to US politics?Some seem to be disillusioned, with many still undecided as America heads to the polls.So, why is this? What do they want from their new President? And will they stick to traditions or embrace change? Sam Leader tells Yasmin Bodalbhai what you need to know…

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9:37

Why Spain's floods were so deadly

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2024/11/01

Spain is enduring its worst flooding disaster in decades.After a year’s rain fell in just a matter of hours, families have been left with nothing.With at least 200 people dead, including one British man and with dozens more missing, the country has gone into national mourning.So, what can be done to pick up the pieces?From Valencia, ITV News Europe Editor, James Mates tells Faye Barker and what you need to know…

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9:34

The Budget: What does it mean for the NHS and our...

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2024/10/30

A huge cash injection of £22.6billion into the NHS was announced in today’s budget.But, the Health Secretary has warned that this funding would only ‘arrest the decline’ of the struggling health service and that it can’t be fixed in a single budget.And without a firm grip on social care and employing more staff, hospitals are likely to remain overwhelmed.So, is it enough or is it a sticking plaster? And when will we actually feel the boost?ITV News Health Correspondent, Rebecca Barry and ITV News

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12:47

Why police are failing domestic abuse victims

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2024/10/28

The number of women killed by men in the UK averages one every three days. Most are domestic homicides and often the men involved are already known to police. The National Police Chief’s Council themselves have described violence against women as a national emergency. But are police and society at large failing women who are victims of abuse? And can anything be done to end the epidemic? ITV Calendar Reporter, Amelia Beckett tells Ian White what you need to know…

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9:27

Inside the disinformation battle for Ukraine on TikTok

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2024/10/25

As Russia approaches its third year of war with Ukraine, social media has become one of its most powerful weapons.Videos linked to Russian accounts are sprawling all over TikTok, urging young Ukrainians to dodge the draft of conscription.And with an army almost half the size of Russia’s, the impact on Ukraine could be huge.So, will Ukraine have enough men to fight? And what are TikTok doing about this?ITV News Reporter George Hancorn and Producer Lottie Kilraine tell Lucrezia Millarini what you need

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8:33

Mother fears son will 'become another Valdo Calocane'...

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2024/10/23

A woman whose son has paranoid schizophrenia has told ITV News she fears he will 'become another Valdo Calocane' unless he gets support.She’s shared details of her decades-long struggle to get her son appropriate mental health care. In response, the Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, told ITV News the issues raised in our report give him ‘sleepless nights’.So, how can things be changed for the better? And how can the level of risk be reduced?ITV News Health Correspondent Rebecca Barry tells Mary

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15:48

Smartphones - time to live without them?

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2024/10/21

It’s been 50 years since the first handheld phone call and now, the digital landscape has changed beyond recognition.Smart phones have become an essential in everyday life, and many would say they can’t live without them.But what if we took a step away from our screens? Perhaps it’s finally time to? And what exactly are smart phones doing to our brain?Faye Barker tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know…For more on this, head over to ITVX and watch ITV's Tonight programme.

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14:06

What happened to Liam Payne and what legacy will he...

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2024/10/18

Heartbroken fans from around the world are mourning the loss of former One Direction star, Liam Payne, after dying at just the age of 31.His life came to an end after he fell from a third-floor balcony of a hotel in Buenos Aires.Tributes are now pouring in as Liam is remembered for his lasting legacy on the music industry. So, who was the real Liam Payne? And what happened?ITV News Entertainment Reporter, Rishi Davda tells Faye Barker what you need to know...

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10:48

The twisted case of Dr Thomas Kwan

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2024/10/16

You may have heard about the twisted case of Dr Thomas Kwan. He’s the GP who’s gone on trial after being accused of trying to kill his own mother’s partner by injecting him with poison. By disguising himself as a nurse, Kwan administered a fake Covid jab, which was in fact a pesticide, leaving 71-year-old Patrick O’Hara hospitalised. Kwan is due to be sentenced this week. So, what’s behind the murder plot? ITV Tyne Tees Reporter, Katie Cole tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know...

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12:46

How to cut down on ultra-processed foods

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2024/10/14

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14:13

The aftermath of October 7th: The impact on British...

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2024/10/11

Since the start of the Israel/Gaza war, Islamophobia has risen right across our country, with hundreds of incidents reported every month. Although the war is thousands of miles away, anti-Muslim hate crimes are happening close to home, right on our streets, leaving many British Muslims fearful for their safety. So, what’s it like to be a British Muslim today? And how do they feel about their future in Britain? ITV News Political Correspondent Shehab Khan tells Cari Davies what you need to

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