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Newscast

The BBC"s daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day"s big stories so you"re never out of your depth.Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you"re ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.Newscast is hosted by trusted journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O"Connell. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds

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32:30

Israeli Hostages and Palestinian Prisoners Released

Newscast ·

2025/01/25

Today, we look at the latest phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in Gaza, which has seen four female Israeli soldiers released in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners.Laura and Paddy are joined by the BBC’s Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet to assess the state of the ceasefire after Israel accused Hamas of breaching the deal by not releasing civilian hostage Arbel Yehud. Hamas has since confirmed she is alive and will be released next week. And, as the government is proposing

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29:59

The Week: Trump Returns, the EU and No to NIMBYs?

Newscast ·

2025/01/24

Today, Adam, Chris, Vicki and James discuss President Trump’s first week back in office, including his first major speech at the World Economic Forum, Britain’s trade relationship with the EU, and the government’s plans to say no to NIMBYism through planning reforms. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here:

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38:24

Southport Killer Sentenced

Newscast ·

2025/01/23

Today, we discuss the outcome of the case against Axel Rudakubana, who was sentenced to a minimum of 52 years in jail for the murder of three young girls in Southport last year. The court heard harrowing details of the attack and Rudakubana’s obsession with violence. Adam is joined by special correspondent Judith Moritz and UK correspondent Daniel Sandford. And Adam is joined by economics editor Faisal Islam just after President Trump spoke to World Economic Forum in Davos.You can now listen to

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39:33

Prince Harry’s Day Out Of Court

Newscast ·

2025/01/22

Today, we look at Prince Harry’s settlement with the publisher of The Sun newspaper for intrusion into his private life over a 15 year period.Adam is joined by media editor Katie Razzall and home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani to discuss the significance behind the News Group Newspapers’ “full and unequivocal apology” to the Duke of Sussex. And a Russian spy ship has been tracked by the Royal Navy operating near British waters. Adam speaks to diplomatic correspondent James Landale about

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34:27

Why Wasn't the Southport Killer Stopped?

Newscast ·

2025/01/21

Today, we look at the prime minister’s pledge to fight “the changing face of terrorism” in light of Britain facing a “new and dangerous threat” from extreme violence. In an address from Downing Street, Sir Keir Starmer announced a public inquiry into the state failure that allowed Axel Rudakubana to fatally stab three young girls in Southport last summer. Plus we discuss President Trump’s first actions back in the White House, including the pardoning of nearly 1,600 people in connection with the

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43:41

President Trump Is Back

Newscast ·

2025/01/20

Today, Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th US president. He promised to unleash a blitz of executive orders, after calling for a "revolution of common sense" in Monday's inaugural address.James Cook and Chris Mason were joined by Anthony Zurcher and Marianna Spring from Americast, Victoria Derbyshire from Ukrainecast and Jonny Dymond from The Global Story to assess Trump’s first act as he became President again.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just

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21:57

Southport Killer Pleads Guilty

Newscast ·

2025/01/20

Today, we look at Axel Rudakubana pleading guilty to the murder of three young girls at a dance class in Southport last year. Rudakubana also pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of 10 people, possession of a knife, production of a biological toxin and a terror offence. The attack sparked riots and protests across England and Northern Ireland. James speaks to special correspondent Judith Moritz and police and crime commentator Danny Shaw. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you

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37:18

How Does BBC News Cover President Trump?

Newscast ·

2025/01/20

Today, we look at how BBC News will cover Donald Trump - ahead of his inauguration as President for a second time. Adam is joined by BBC News Anchor in Washington Caitrionia Perry, Senior North America Correspondent Gary O’Donoghue and Head of Foreign at BBC News Paul Danahar.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here:

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31:50

An Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Begins

Newscast ·

2025/01/19

Today, Laura, Paddy, and Henry discuss a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. There was a delay, but hostages are expected to be released and some Gazans could start to return home.And Donald Trump’s first day as president of the US will begin tomorrow. Laura, Paddy and Henry speak about speculation that he won’t accept Lord Peter Mandelson as the new ambassador to the US, and the Labour government’s relationship with the president to be. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want

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29:11

The Art of Dealing With Donald Trump

Newscast ·

2025/01/18

Today, Paddy and Laura discuss Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday and what we can learn from those who have been, and those who haven’t been, invited. And Paddy’s been speaking to former Prime Minister Gordon Brown who gives his verdict on the state of the UK economy and tells him about the value of 'multibanks'.And Newscast turns 5! You can apply for tickets below for Newscast’s 5th birthday party live show.https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-birthday-5feb25You can now listen to

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28:44

The Week: Grooming Inquiries, Economic Hope and Brexit

Newscast ·

2025/01/17

Today, Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss the government's plan for new inquiries into grooming gangs, how much we should read into some positive economic news this week and why politicians are talking about Brexit again. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. And Newscast turns 5! You can apply for tickets below for Newscast’s 5th birthday party live

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32:58

Has the Government Changed its Mind on Grooming Gang...

Newscast ·

2025/01/16

The Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced five government-backed local inquiries and a new national-level "rapid audit" of grooming gangs.The government faced calls for a full national inquiry after interventions by tech billionaire Elon Musk. Adam is joined by Henry Zeffman, chief political correspondent, and social affairs editor Alison Holt.And the ceasefire vote in Israel is delayed as airstrikes continue in Gaza. Adam also speaks to Lyse Doucet, chief international correspondent.You can

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26:08

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed

Newscast ·

2025/01/15

Today, we look at the news that a deal has been reached to stop the fighting in Gaza and for the release of the remaining Israeli hostages. The ceasefire is set to begin on Sunday and will last six weeks.Adam and Chris are joined by James Landale, BBC diplomatic correspondent and Sarah Smith, BBC North America editor.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast

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32:16

Resignationcast: Tulip Siddiq

Newscast ·

2025/01/14

Today, the Treasury minister Tulip Siddiq has resigned after growing pressure over an anti-corruption investigation in Bangladesh.The Labour MP last week referred herself to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s standards adviser Sir Laurie Magnus - but insisted she has done nothing wrong. She said in a letter today that whilst Sir Laurie found she had not breached by the Ministerial Code that "it is clear that continuing in my role as Economic Secretary to the Treasury is likely to be a distraction from

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36:18

AI, The NHS and You

Newscast ·

2025/01/13

Today, we look at the announcement of a new AI Action Plan and the government’s hope that it will make the UK a world leader in AIIn a speech Sir Keir Starmer laid out the government's plans to use AI across the UK to boost growth and deliver public services more efficiently. Adam and Chris are joined by the BBC’s AI Correspondent, Marc Cieslak.Plus, we look at what today’s announcements mean for the NHS. Adam speaks to Dr Maxine Mackintosh, AI and health expert and Sana Khareghani, former head of

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29:27

AI, Musk + Will the PM Sack Tulip Siddiq?

Newscast ·

2025/01/12

Today, Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss the government's plan on AI and how social media giants are impacting British politics. Also, why is Treasury Minister Tulip Siddiq being asked to resign?You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news

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25:42

Rachel Reeves in China BUT Should She Have Gone?

Newscast ·

2025/01/11

Today, Paddy and Laura discuss Rachel Reeves’ trip to Beijing to meet with her Chinese counterpart. But some of the opposition are saying she shouldn’t have gone at a time when soaring government borrowing costs threaten to squeeze UK public finances.And, after Meta announced it will no longer employ factcheckers and will boost political content, a grieving father - Ian Russell - tells Laura why this announcement will hurt children.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to

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36:15

Trump in Court (Again)

Newscast ·

2025/01/10

Today, we look at Donald Trump avoiding jail, and any punishment, over charges of fraud relating to hush money paid to adult-film star Stormy Daniels.Adam is joined by Caitriona Perry, the BBC’s chief presenter in Washington, and Gary O’Donoghue, the BBC’s senior North America correspondent.And, 2024 was the first year to exceed the key global warming threshold of 1.5°C above pre-industrial temperatures. Adam talks to Emma Pinchbeck, CEO of the Climate Change Committee, which marks the UK

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36:28

Trump Dishes Out Blame for LA Fires

Newscast ·

2025/01/09

Today, we look at the wildfires still raging across Los Angeles, where five people have been killed and more than 175,000 have been evacuated.Adam speaks with BBC’s Los Angeles correspondent Emma Vardy about the extent of the damage and the rescue operations. And Politico’s California environment reporter Camille von Kaenel explains why President-elect Donald Trump blames the Democrats for the damage caused. Plus, as the pound falls to its lowest level in over a year, at the same time UK borrowing

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33:52

Starmer + Badenoch Clash Over Grooming Inquiry

Newscast ·

2025/01/08

Today, we look at the debate over a national inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal playing out in the House of Commons.The issue was voted on because of an amendment to a Labour bill that will introduce changes to the education system. Chris unpacks the politics, education editor Branwen Jeffreys explains the changes, and political correspondent Tom Symonds talks about what victims are calling for.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to

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