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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.

1 DAY AGO

Why scientists are tracking penguin poo in Antarctica

A group of scientists are currently on journey to the end of the world in hope of finding answers about our planet's future. And our Science Correspondent Martin Stew is with them on board the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The only journalist on board in fact. This week he's spoken to prime ministers, witnessed whales and even spotted penguins, whose existence is under severe threat. He tells Lucy Watson what you need to know.

19 min
4 DAYS AGO

Why thousands of energy meters are set to stop working

If you use an energy meter, it could be about to stop working. Hundreds of thousands of homes have a form of metering that will be obsolete from the end of June. How can you check if you're affected? What happens if you are? And why are so many people fuming about it? Consumer Editor Chris Choi tells Lucy Watson what you need to know...

14 min
6 DAYS AGO

Daylight robberies: How gangs are targeting shops and workers

It's brazen, shocking and becoming more and more common. From thefts in shops and supermarkets, to hardworking people's tools being stolen in broad daylight -- thefts by criminal gangs are on the rise. Why is it getting worse? And what's being done to stop the perpetrators? Antoine Allen tells Geraint Vincent what you need to know... You can watch Antoine's investigation into the organised gangs targeting the high street and tradesmen and selling stolen goods on ITVX following the links below: Click here to watch 'Shoplifting: Stolen To Order' Click here to watch 'Tool Theft Crime Wave: Unmasking the boot sale thieves'

13 min
6 JUN

Why Boaty McBoatface's Antarctic mission affects all of us

Lucy Watson talks to our Science Correspondent Martin Stew in Antarctica as he joins a team of scientists on a vital research mission on the so-called Boaty McBoatface - or the Sir David Attenborough. Making history as the first British journalist to go this far south in polar winter, Martin describes the incredible, but also alarming, change unfolding around him. He also tells of the scientists’ hope that the grim prognosis for our planet can be turned around.

17 min
4 JUN

Michael Mosley's son on his father's legacy and risks of skinny jabs

A year on from his father's death, Michael Mosley's son is aiming to continue his father's legacy. Dr Jack Mosley says that skinny jabs are a "game changer" but warns of people using them as a quick fix, highlighting the associated risks. Dr Jack tells Lucy Watson what you need to know. ----------------------------------------------- If you've been affected by the 'skinny jab black market', please get in touch with investigations@itv.com. More support can be found at itvnews.com/news.

16 min
2 JUN

Halls of horror: Students 'powerless' as accommodation concerns ignored

Imagine arriving at university to find your accommodation falling apart. This is becoming all too familiar with students using privately rented accommodation, which in some cases was recommended by their university. ITV News has received complaints about substandard accommodation, which are being ignored or dismissed. Digital reporter Sam Leader tells Investigations Editor Daniel Hewitt what you need to know. ----------------------------------------------- If you've been affected by anything discussed in this episode, please get in touch with investigations@itv.com. More support can be found at itvnews.com/news.

15 min
30 MAY

Street Racing: the driving high-speed trend caught on camera

It's causing trouble across the UK's roads. Every night, as soon as it gets dark, flashy cars with loud exhausts, tinted windows and custom plates take to the streets across the nation. Is it the adrenaline? Is it the thrill? ITV News understands that there are hundreds of street racing groups set up over encrypted social media sites like WhatsApp and Telegram. ITV Central reporter, Lewis Warner tells Lucy Watson what you need to know after he spent time exposing the UK's street racing scene and its deadly impact. Click here to watch 'Street Racing: Caught on Camera - Tonight'

15 min
28 MAY

How mourners are becoming targets of funeral livestream scams

A funeral is meant to be a celebration of life, a time to reflect on lost loved ones. But mourners are becoming targets for scammers. ITV News has found hundreds of livestreaming funeral pages created by scammers on Facebook. Digital reporter George Hancorn and producer Olivia Mustafa tell Geraint Vincent what you need to know. ----------------------------------------------- If you've been affected by anything discussed in this episode click the link to get advice from Streaming provider Obitus:https://www.itv.com/news/2025-05-27/hallmarks-of-organised-crime-mourners-targeted-by-sickening-livestream-scam

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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.