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The World This WeekendEpisodes

  1. 08/03/2026

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  2. 01/03/2026

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  3. Key reforms for England's schools coming

    How provision for children with special educational needs will change in England.

  4. How much have the continued allegations about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor damaged the Royal Family?

    Is the Royal Family able to manage the continued fallout from the Epstein files?

  5. US pushes Cuba to the brink

    Could US pressure on the Cuban government lead to regime change?

  6. Iran's supreme leader warns of regional war if US attacks

    US continues to build its forces in the Gulf, we assess the strength of Iran's government.

  7. Burnham blocked from standing to be an MP

    Labour says it cannot justify causing a by-election for Greater Manchester mayor.

  8. President Trump wields tariffs on allies over Greenland

    We examine what threats from a long-time ally mean for international alliances.

  9. The Arctic: a fight for the top of the world

    Denmark and the US to meet this week to discuss Greenland. What's driving President Trump?

  10. America and a Presidency redrawn

    President Trump turns to intervention as US forces remove Venezuela's Head of State.

  11. 28/12/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  12. "Shadow of war": is the UK ready?

    Amid escalating warnings, we examine whether the UK is prepared for war.

  13. Twelve die in attack on Bondi Hanukkah celebrations

    Two gunmen fired dozens of shots in what Australian police are calling a terror attack.

  14. Australia's world-first social media ban

    We explore the debate about social media and adolescent mental health problems

  15. Can Europe unite to defend itself?

    The UK's efforts to access an EU defence fund fail. Where is the reset of relations left?

  16. Western splits over Ukraine peace plan

    Diplomats gather in Geneva over Trump's peace plan.

  17. The Home Secretary says illegal immigration is 'tearing our country apart'

    The home secretary trails sweeping reforms to Britain's asylum system.

  18. How will Scotland vote next year?

    With six months to go until the Holyrood elections, we examine politics in Scotland.

  19. 02/11/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  20. How hostile states interfere in the UK

    Arson attacks and camera-fitted spectacles; a picture of malign influence in British life.

  21. What is the US doing in Venezuela?

    President Trump authorises the CIA to operate in Venezuela and increases military pressure

  22. Gaza peace process – a one-hour special episode

    Israel awaits the return of its hostages. Palestinians in Gaza hope to rebuild.

  23. 05/10/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  24. Russia's hybrid war with Europe

    Why is Russia testing Europe's defences and how should the West respond?

  25. Britain and Palestine

    Exploring the UK's complex history with the region.

  26. 14/09/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  27. France on the brink?

    French government faces vote of confidence in a deeply divided National Assembly.

  28. 31/08/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

  29. How much will net zero cost energy customers?

    A crucial wind power auction is poised to make or break the government's net zero target.

  30. 17/08/2025

    Radio 4's look at the week's big stories from both home and around the world.

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