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In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and major breaking news from a global perspective

    Humza Yousaf faces no-confidence vote in Scotland

    Humza Yousaf faces no-confidence vote in Scotland

    The future of Scotland's First Minister hangs in the balance as he faces a vote of no-confidence next week. Humza Yousaf ended his power-sharing agreement with the Greens, who will vote to oust him.
    Also on the programme:
    Hollywood actor Ashley Judd, who was one of the first women to accuse Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment, relates her dismay after his 2020 rape conviction in New York was overturned.
    And we speak to the astrophysicist who's using the James Webb telescope to investigate signs of life on a distant planet.

    • 37 min
    What will new US aid package mean for Ukraine?

    What will new US aid package mean for Ukraine?

    US President Joe Biden has signed into law a long-awaited military aid package for Ukraine. We assess how quickly the munitions will reach Ukraine - and ask how much of a game-changer they could be on the battlefield.
    Also on the programme:
    Thousands of pro-Palestinian student protesters have clashed with police across the US - as demonstrations spread to more college campuses. We're live in New York where the protests began.
    We speak to Britain’s first qualified astronaut in more than a decade.
    And politicians and trainers - is it a good look?

    • 37 min
    US campus protests erupt overt Israel-Gaza war

    US campus protests erupt overt Israel-Gaza war

    US campus protests erupt overt Israel-Gaza war.
    Hundreds of arrests at American universities as tensions rise.
    Also:
    The council in Berkshire preparing to vote on plan to build homes on land made famous by Watership Down.
    And the 50th anniversary of Portugal’s “Carnation Revolution”.

    • 37 min
    Government and Lords continue show down over Rwanda bill

    Government and Lords continue show down over Rwanda bill

    The Lords withdraws one amendment to the bill but continues to insist on a monitoring committee to assess the safety of Rwanda.
    Also on the programme:
    James Coomarasamy reports from India where Narendra Modi is accused of stoking anti-Muslim sentiment in his election campaign.
    And rediscover the Welsh hymns side-lined for their searing lyrics.

    • 37 min
    US calls for calm after Israel strike on Iran.

    US calls for calm after Israel strike on Iran.

    Also:
    After months of delay, the U.S. Congress is poised to vote on a crucial military aid package for Ukraine.
    Polls open in India's general election
    and should we ban the playing of loud sounds from phones on buses and trains ?

    • 37 min

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