Novara Live covers the biggest stories and guests from the UK and international left. Hosted by Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Ash Sarkar, Steven Methven, Helena MTG, Dalia Gebrial and more.
Episodes
How Trump Lost The War In Iran, With Trita Parsi
Trita Parsi explains why Trump may walk away from Iran.
Plus: New details emerge from the Nvidia spy scandal, and a report shows why AI development may not be slowing down any time soon.
With Michael Walker, Richard Hames & Trita Parsi.
David Walliams Allegations Finally Go Public
David Walliams has been revealed as the celebrity accused of grooming women as young as 15 for “sexual contact” throughout the early 2000s.
Plus: Pete Hegseth faces an impeachment vote instigated by his own party, we speak to a member of the Serbian student movement that ousted a President.
Russell Brand Sentenced to a Decade Behind Bars
Russell Brand has been sentenced to over a decade in prison. We speak to comedian Josie Long about the culture that turned a blind eye to his crimes for so long.
Plus: Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, has admitted to an affair with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset, and as Gaza struggles against flooding, a petition launched by Corbyn reaches 100,000 signatories.
With Michael Walker, Kristy Loke
Tech Stocks Tumble As Markets Stunned By Midterms
In the wake of the Democrats’ victory in the US midterms, stocks in major tech firms have fallen dramatically. Are Trump-aligned oligarchs beginning to pay the price?
Plus: We discuss whether James Talarico’s Christian progressivism could herald a new strategy for the left, and why AIPAC was so desperate to beat Abdul El-Sayed.
With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe, Paris Marx & Alex Birnel.
Russell Brand Found Guilty
Content warning: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault.
Russell Brand has been found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
Plus: We talk to Labour MP Clive Lewis about his experience being detained by the IDF on a recent visit to the West Bank, we look ahead to who will control the post blue-tsunami Democratic Party, and finally, we speak to the director o
Republicans Crushed in Historic Mid-terms
Democrats have taken control of both the senate and the house on a historic night, with many socialist candidates winning resounding victories.
Plus: The decision to proscribe Palestine Action has finally reached the supreme court, we bring you a full report from the protests outside.
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Global War Closer Than Ever
Speculation is growing that Donald Trump could launch a nuclear strike against Iran imminently.
Plus: European troops rehearse deployment to Ukraine as talk turns to the possibility of hybrid warfare, and UK job satisfaction is at a record low.
With Aaron Bastani, Barry Malone & Eli Clifton.
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AIPAC’s Democrat Loses It Over Abdul El-Sayed
Democrat Haley Stevens has endorsed a Republican candidate over Abdul El-Sayed in the upcoming US midterms.
Plus: Former Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay takes to the airwaves to complain about the party’s left flank, Shabana Mahmood announces new immigration rules, and Andy Burnham rules out reparations for slavery.
With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, Ryan Grim, Marley Morris & Eleanor Sh
Climate Academic Andreas Malm Barred From Entering UK
We have an exclusive interview with Swedish academic Andreas Malm, the latest victim of the UK Government’s clampdown on freedom of expression.
Plus: Burnham claims he had wished for a more radical budget, hopes and fears of a tech stock crash are raised after a rocky week in the markets and we look at the Netenyahu playbook for clinging onto power.
With Michael Walker, Baneska Kayembe, Andreas M
Labour Versus Youth
As Healey vows to get “tough” on unemployed young people, we look at what Labour could do to help them instead.
Plus: A guide to some of the battles progressives are looking to win in the upcoming US midterms, the Scottish and English MPs blocked from entering the West Bank &Farage’s latest security scare comes from… a Lib Dem?</span>
With NoJusticeMTG & Barry Malone.
Healey Taxes Banks to Cut Energy Bills
We take an in-depth look at John Healey’s first budget as Treasurer.
Plus: Polls have closed in Israel, leaving both Netanyahu and the opposition short of an outright majority.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, James Meadway & Dan Levy.
The Student Movement That Took Down a President
Serbian president Aleksandar Vučić has been defeated by a student movement in a historic election for the country.
Plus: Burnham’s pre-budget strategy explained, Iran releases a video preparing its citizens for a nuclear attack, and Kylian Mbappé sparks a diplomatic storm with China.
Lula Mounts Stunning Comeback to Beat Bolsonaro
Lula has shocked the world by snatching election victory from Bolsonaro in Brazil, how did he do it?
Plus: After greenlighting work to commence on the Jackdaw oilfield, is the government about to do the same at Rosebank? Finally, a Labour MP admits he doesn’t know the meaning of Zionism, but only after reporting the Greens to the police for calling it racism.
With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Rodr
Economics Guru: Britain Is Not Ready For The Next Crisis
We talk to a top economist and former advisor to Gordon Brown about the challenges and opportunities facing John Healey’s first budget announcement.
With Michael Walker & Michael Jacobs.
European Students Are Revolting… Except in the UK
Protests are erupting all over Europe against high costs of living and conditions for students and workers. Where is the UK in all of this?
Plus: The IMF’s attack on welfare, big tech’s stranglehold on governments and infrastructure, and Dalia defends Sally Rooney on Politics Live.
With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Harriet Williamson.
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Labour Approves Jackdaw Gas Field
Labour have approved the controversial Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea.
Plus: A deep dive into the conditions which created the riots that have engulfed France.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Tessa Khan & Cole Stangler.
Britain Sends Jets To Saudi Arabia
The UK is set to deploy fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks.
Plus: We speak to Ashok Kumar about the Green Party’s Zionism is Racism motion, and Andy Burnham announces new fines for noisy train passengers.
With Aaron Bastani & Banseka Kayembe.
Riots Stun France
French prime minister Sebastien Lecornu has called for curfews after hundreds of thousands of protesters across the country took to the streets, with incidents of violence & looting.
Plus: Amnesty International have released a new report on the silencing of pro-Palestine students by universities.
With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Alice Cappelle, Danièle Obono & Hannah Stokes.
Labour Versus the Banks
Chancellor John Healey is poised to raise taxes on banks in the autumn budget.
Plus: Why housing benefits are broken, Iran is picking apart Gulf infrastructure, ITV releases more undercover footage from inside Reform UK, and the police are looking into a post by the wife of Britain’s national security adviser in relation to Palestine Action.
With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe, Jonathan Portes, S
UK Droughts Escalate in October
Severe drought has been declared throughout the South of England, with reservoir storage levels at record lows for this time of year – is nationalisation the answer?
Plus: Ukraine claims its Starlink access has been severely limited since Trump agreed to buy Russian diesel, Labour Councillors have been instructed not to collaborate with their Green counterparts, and an Israeli election debat
Houthis Strike Saudi Arabia’s Oil HQ
The Houthis attacks on Saudi Arabia continue to cause death and destruction, why can’t the kingdom bring them under control?
Plus: Burnham rules out a pact with the greens, we ask an expert what really happened at RAF Fairford & author Salley Rooney claims she’s been banned from profiting from her work in the UK over her support for Palestine Action.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Dr Andr
MI5 Warns Of “Extreme Right-Wing Terrorism” Threat
MI5 chief Ken McCallum has used his annual speech to warn of threats to the UK from Iran and right-wing extremists.
Plus: The chancellor has rejected calls to match capital gains and income tax rates, Nigel Farage is publicly rebutting Robert Jenrick, and Jean-Luc Mélenchon pledges more support for small business owners.
With Aaron Bastani & Banseka Kayembe.
Revealed: Why the UK Surrendered to Israel
Peter Oborne takes us through the UK Government’s latest capitulation to Israel.
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With Michael Walker & Peter Oborne.
Polanski Responds To Critics After By-Election Loss
Labour have held Holborn & St Pancras, was the Greens’ campaign lacklustre?
Plus: Anthropic has banned cruel behaviour towards its chatbots, Abdul Al-Sayed gives a masterclass & Jacob Rees-Mogg has a history lesson for Tucker Carlson.
With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.
France Beckons Burnham ‘All The Way Back’ To EU
Burnham is on his first official visit to the EU as Prime Minister, is he taking us all back with him?
Plus: We speak to the author of a new report on the profligacy of the arms industry, Mamdani is heckled by pro-Palestine supporters at an October 7th memorial and the right are in a spat over ethnonationalism.
With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Khem Rogaly.
The Future of Progressive Politics Is on the Line
Central London is the battleground on which UK progressive politics will hinge tomorrow. We preview the runners & riders ahead of our live coverage.
Plus: The Tories pledge to scrap inheritance tax.
With Aaron Bastani, Michael Walker, Phil Davies, Paul Holden & Steven Methven.
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Riot Police Clash With Protesters In Major French Unrest
Protests over funding and conditions in French schools continue to grow, as more fires are lit and riot police deploy tear gas.
Plus: Pedro Sanchez’s leadership is on the line as Spain heads into a snap election, and Britain has threatened to expel diplomats in response to Israel’s decision to close a UK consulate.
With Michael Walker, Harrison Stetler & Paolo Gerbaudo.
Green Party Declares Zionism Is Racism
The Green Party conference has backed a controversial motion that classifies Zionism as a form of racism, revealing some stark divisions within the party.
Plus: Spain’s socialist Prime Minister has called for a surprise snap election, right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro takes a slender lead into Brazil’s electoral run-off & Prince Andrew is suing the police.
With Steven Methven, Ash Sarkar, Andrew Fei
Zack Polanski Promises Rent Controls at Tense Party Conference
Zack Polanski has called for a 3-year cap on private rents. Elsewhere at Green Party conference, tensions are running high over a motion to declare that Zionism equates to racism.
Plus: Fires have broken out in French schools as students across the country protest funding and conditions, and Suella Braverman’s argument that only white people can be English goes down like a lead balloon with the Qu
Tories & Lib Dems Scramble for Response to Burnham Speech
Andy Burnham’s announcement of a triple lock shakeup has plunged Britain’s competing parties into chaos.
Plus: Another botched execution in the US reopens the death penalty discourse, and Andy Burnham’s wild decision to back Manchester City amid one of the biggest football controversies of all time.
With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial, Maya Foa & Jan Zglinski.
Burnham Homes In On 40 Years Of Failure
Andy Burnham has laid out major reforms to social care, pensions, and public utilities in his speech to Labour conference.
Plus: Ed Miliband has changed the conversation on Palestine Action – but can he deliver?
With Aaron Bastani, Michael Walker & Steven Methven
Palestine Engulfs the Labour Party Conference
Palestine is topping the agenda of The Labour Party conference with speeches inside and protests out – our correspondents are on the ground to bring you the latest developments.
Plus: We speak to Secretary of State Yvette Cooper and the Irish football team have thrashed Israel, but should they have boycotted instead?
With Steven Methven, NoJusticeMTG & Michael Walker.
Netanyahu Speech Triggers Mass Walkout at UN
Israel’s Prime Minister delivers a tirade to a thin crowd at the UN General Assembly.
Plus: Polanski faces down hecklers while calling out Israel’s genocide, Mamdani wins back wages for Doordash workers and our very own Ash Sarkar takes the fight to BBC’s Question time.
With NoJusticeMTG & Barry Malone.
Reform Tanking In New YouGov Poll
A new Yougov poll predicts that Reform would win fewer seats than Labour and the Tories – with the UK heading for a hung parliament.
Plus: The US and China have agreed to extend their trade war truce, Australia launches an investigation after a medical database was hacked by a rogue OpenAI agent, and Abdul El-Sayed pours cold water on the claims that Israel is not committing a genocide in Ga
Iran’s President BLASTS Donald Trump In FIERY UN Speech
More drama at the UN General Assembly as the US delegation storms out of the Iranian President’s defiant speech.
Plus: A former SPAD to Starmer’s government gives us his take on Burnham’s first meeting with Trump, London is running out of kids to teach and can Trump and Xi agree on an AI slow-down deal?
With Michael Walker, Ben Judah, David Krueger & Banseka Kayembe.
Trump Gives Wildest Speech yet to UN
Andy Burnham heads to New York for his first face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump, following a filibuster speech to the UN by the US President.
Plus: Former chancellor and now OpenAI employee George Osborne weighs in on the backlash to UK data centres, and Zohran Mamdani delivers a barnstorming speech to a mayoral summit.
With Aaron Bastani & Ash Sarkar.
German Socialists Win Mamdani-Style Victory In Berlin
Die Linke have won a major election, opening a path to the Berlin mayoralty for Germany’s leftmost party.
Plus: Specialist courts for sexual assault cases are set to be rolled out in England and Wales, fears are rising that war could return to Yemen, and Ed Sheeran has apologised for dropping pro-Palestine rapper Macklemore from his tour.
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Corbyn’s Former Deputy Tom Watson Lands Palantir Job
Former deputy leader of the Labour Party Tom Watson is now working for the controversial US tech firm Palantir.
Plus: Leaks from No. 10 reveal a surprising degree of continuity between the policies of Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham, some eyebrow-raising comments from a former top undercover police officer come to light, and Reform’s Danny Kruger gets humiliated on Question Time.
With Steven Methven
UN Suspects US War Crimes in Iran
A UN fact-finding mission has reported that two US airstrikes which killed at least 178 civilians in Iran constitute war crimes.
Plus: Andy Burnham says he is “determined” to hit net zero by 2050, Sweden’s left-of-centre coalition wins the general election, Netanyahu is pushing to strip IDF critics of their citizenship, and the Oxfordshire village of Piddington has voted to secede from the UK over
Every Supporting Act On Ed Sheeran Tour Pulls Out
Ed Sheeran finds himself isolated as the rest of his warm up acts quit in solidarity with rapper Macklemore’s speech in support of Palestine.
Plus: An inflation rate spike spells trouble for Burnham, author Taj Ali joins us to talk racism and integration, and Nvidia’s CEO has ducked the tech backlash, until now.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Taj Ali.
War Looms In The Red Sea As Houthis & Saudi Arabia Clash
13 people have been injured overnight in the latest escalation of the Houthis’ attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Plus: A delve into the economic realities that Burnham’s agenda will have to contend with, the Celtic nations of the UK say “Westminster’s time is coming to an end” in a new pact, the US is militarising space, and rapper Macklemore has been kicked off the Ed Sheeran tour for supporting Palestine
How Israel’s Lobby Captured the US Government | With Eli Clifton & Ian Lustick
Steven Methven speaks to Eli Clifton & Ian Lustick, authors of “Israel’s Lobby, America in the Grip of a Foreign Power”
Reform’s Crypto Billionaires Break British Donation Records
As Reform’s crypto-billionaire backers break consecutive records for political donations, will the government change the rules?
Plus: The Houthis bombing of a Saudi pipeline has sent oil to $108 dollars per barrel, and experts agree that AI development should be slowed, inevitably Trump has other ideas.
With Michael Walker & Steven Methven.
Far Right Brands Lifeboat Volunteers “Traitors”
The Lifeboat charity RNLI has warned its volunteers against wearing its branding in public in light of harassment from far right agitators.
Plus: Albanians have been protesting for over 100 days against a luxury hotel development by the Trump family, we speak to veteran science writer Robert Wright about the growing panic over AI & Hilary Clinton has a surprising stance on October 7.
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Trump Promises Hunk Of Cash At Republican Convention
Donald Trump has promised a $5000 check to every American if the Republicans win the mid-terms. Now, JD Vance has appeared to walk back that offer.
Plus: Kemi Badenoch defends massive proposed cuts to benefits, we speak to a Palestine Action activist’s mother who was denied a mortgage by her bank, new far right poster boy Danny Tommo embarrasses himself in front of his footsoldiers, and two of the
Ed Miliband Defiant Against Critics Of Settler Sanctions
As the UK’s Chief Rabbi decries the new settler sanctions, we speak to Palestine’s UK ambassador for his reaction.
Plus: England’s youth are (nearly) leading the western world in reading, science & maths, and Anthropic loses an employee over their reckless race to AIG.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Husam Zomlot & Garrison Lovely.
Israel Furious Over New UK Sanctions on Illegal Settlements
Foreign secretary Ed Miliband has announced new economic sanctions against illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
Plus: Billionaire Chris Rokos makes headlines as he plans to leave for Greece, but is the UK tax system really to blame?
With Steven Methven, Banseka Kaymebe, Daniel Levy & Tom Guha.
Far Right Clash With Police in Portsmouth
Masked far right thugs gathered in Portsmouth to intimidate a group of asylum seekers last night, organised by a close connection of Tommy Robinson.
Plus: A shock win for the AfD in German elections has rattled the incumbents, we speak to a climate protestor who helped organise the action at the Reform conference & we stand in solidarity with a great British pint!
With Michael Walker, Ash Sar
Reform UK Busted in Channel Four Investigation
The fallout from a Channel 4 undercover exposé on Reform has enveloped the nation, but has anyone at their conference noticed?
Plus: Could the failings of Open AI’s security broker a rapprochement with China? Finally, we do some soul searching on our coverage of China.
With Michael Walker, Jonny Ball & Kyle Chan.
Zack Polanski Wants Keir Starmer’s Old Seat
Green Party leader Zack Polanski has announced his plan to stand in Keir Starmer’s vacated seat of Holborn and St Pancras.
Plus: The bond markets are already punishing Andy Burnham, Novara’s Harriet Williamson reports from a Palestine Action press conference, and CBS joins Fox News in mounting Islamophobic attacks on Abdul El-Sayed.
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US Bomb Kills Five At Iranian Wedding
A US missile strike has killed at least five people at a civilian wedding in Iran.
Plus: Andy Burnham faces Kemi Badenoch in his first PMQs, a new study has found that almost half of the world’s farmers are poisoned by pesticides every year, and Gal Gadot has defended her role an upcoming movie about Bitcoin, that will feature entirely AI-generated sets.
With Steven Methven, Baneska Kayembe, Vira
Netanyahu Wants Full-Scale War in the West Bank
2026 has been the most violent year on record for Palestinians in the West Bank, with 76 people having been killed either by settlers or the IDF.
Plus: Keir Starmer is stepping down as an MP, a global backlash to Meta smart glasses is growing, and the British Museum has treated Peter Thiel to a private viewing of the Bayeux tapestry.
With Steven Methven, Michael Walker & Tom Guha
Bonus Interview: Everything You Need To Know About The Monster El Niño
Michael Walker speaks to climatologist Zeke Hausfather about global warming, geoengineering & more.
The Tech Backlash Is Here
As Meta cedes in court to the tune of billions & datacentre protests pick up momentum, is techno-futurism crashing?
Plus: Digging up a golf green could be charged as terrorism & we speak to Nate Soares about the latest AI catastrophes.
With Michael Walker, Richard Hames & Nate Soares.
US Declares Palestine Action a Global Terror Group
The US government has issued sanctions against Palestine Action, branding them a “transnational terror group”.
Plus: Experts link deadly flash flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border to glacial collapse, we discuss whether it’s time to ditch the Office for Budget Responsibility, and why Fox News has made Hasan Piker its enemy no. 1.
With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Steven Methven.
Why Dolly Parton Is An Absolute Icon
Dolly Parton, singer, film star & philanthropist, has died at the age of 80.
Plus: A vaccine for melanoma fuels hope in a cure for cancer & we take a look at the crypto company linking the fortunes of Trump & Reform.
With Michael Walker, Joe Stone, Saloni Dattani & Sam Bright.
US Globalises Economic War With Iran
The Trump administration has unveiled widespread sanctions against “Iran’s financial connections around the globe”.
Plus: Two proposed datacentres could surpass the entirety of ExxonMobil’s UK emissions, and Rupert Lowe is earning eyewatering sums from posting on Elon Musk’s X.
With Steven Methven, Banseka Kayembe & Trita Parsi.
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Burnham, Zelenskyy & Autonomous Drones
Burnham visits Ukraine to affirm support & share long range missile designs.
Plus: Mark Ruffalo Vs The Israel Lobby, a Chinese robot is faster than Usain Bolt & Sam Altman is having second thoughts.
With Michael Walker & Ash Sarkar.
Revealed: New UK Datacentre’s Massive Carbon Footprint
With the record heatwaves subsiding & El Nino on its way, Havering council decides this is the perfect moment to announce the UK’s largest datacentre build.
Plus: We interview the authors of a new book on Israel’s lobby, and Greenpeace send a scorched earth message to Andy Burnham.
With Steven Methven, NoJusticeMTG, Eli Clifton & Ian Lustick.
IDF Opens Criminal Investigation Into Murder Of Hind Rajab
The IDF has opened a criminal investigation into the murder of five year old Hind Rajab, her family and 15 other Palestinians in Gaza in 2025.
Plus: Ed Milliband is talking tough on West Bank settlements and is the UAE the most rogue actor to ever be called an ally?
With NoJusticeMTG & Barry Malone.
Labour Could Lose 50 Seats Over North Sea Oil
As pressure mounts on the PM over the future of North Sea oil, we speak to Dale Vince, founder of the world’s first green energy company, about why he’s had a change of heart over drilling.
Plus: Good news as ULEZ proves its worth in the lungs of the capital’s children and the jury returns no-verdict on all charges against seven defendants in the Elbit Systems break-in.
Finally, we look at some of
Tens of Thousands Attend Vigil for Professor Jason Arday
Tens of thousands have attended a Trafalgar Square vigil to pay tribute to the late Professor Jason Arday.
Plus: Reform proposes a £50bn welfare cut.
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With NoJusticeMTG & Banseka Kayembe.
Media Under Scrutiny Following Tragic Death Of Jason Arday
Professor Jason Arday has been found dead at his home, following intense scrutiny of his personal life and academic career by the media.
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Farage Beats A Bin
Farage is victorious in his valiant quest to wrest control of Clacton-On-Sea from the clutches of an intergalactic bin! So why didn’t he show up to celebrate?
Plus: Ed Milliband breaks back into the climate debate as wildfires cause hospitalisations & property damage in the Midlands.
With Michael Walker & Banseka Kayembe.
Whatever Happens, Farage Loses
Last month, Nigel Farage resigned as an MP, in the hope that winning a by-election would clear his name as questions mounted over his personal finances. Voters in Clacton go to the polls today, but will his gamble pay off?
Plus: A former Israeli combat medic details war crimes against children in an interview with Haaretz, Owen Jones takes on one of Israel’s cheerleaders, and Karoline Leavitt is l
Burnham Chairs Emergency COBRA Meeting On Droughts
Burnham belatedly calls an emergency COBRA meeting on the UK droughts, will it be too little too late?
Plus: The UK heatwave has pummelled productivity & the ascendant US Democratic Socialists narrowly lose the primary race for governor of Wisconsin.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, James Meadway & Branco Marcetic.
Is Burnham-ism High Street Socialism?
Burnham unveils a raft of measures to save the local high street while Britain continues to burn.
Plus: Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) jail terms are being blamed for the chronic overcrowding in prisons & is “Shrinkflation” the ultimate signifier of late stage capitalism?
With Aaron Bastani & Michael Walker.
Britain Could Face Food Crisis As Droughts Spread
UK farmers have warned that food shortages are likely following ‘very poor’ crop yields caused by droughts.
Plus: Student loan holders face a ‘ticking timebomb’ of debt and higher taxes, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez weighs in on Woke 1.0, and several football federations are calling for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign.
With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Paul Behrens.
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Thetford Anti-Migrant Protests Drive Asylum Seekers From Their Homes
A third night of anti-migrant protests in Thetford, Norfolk has forced asylum seekers to flee their homes.
Plus: Controversial plans to build a data centre in Brick Lane have been approved, droughts are changing the face of England, and the Cambridge plagiarism scandal surrounding Jason Arday continues to dominate the headlines.
With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe & Adrienne Buller.
Trump Begins Building Gaza Military Base
Donald Trump’s so-called ‘Board of Peace’ has issued its first building contract in Gaza, and it’s for a military base.
Plus: New EHRC guidance on single-sex spaces comes into force, Kemi Badenoch appoints a former neo-nazi to an advisory position, and Rupert Lowe gives a car-crash interview to BBC Radio 4.
With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Caroline Russell.
Polanski Demands Fossil Fuel Industry Foots Bill For Fighting Wildfires
Greens Leader Zack Polanski attempts to apply pressure on the PM to move the climate crisis up his agenda.
Plus: The Israel Lobby finally loses a race in the US senate & we speak to an expert about the latest AI powered security breaches.
With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, James Meadway & Dr Adel Bibi.
Burnham Cuts Early Prison Releases Short
Andy Burnham has tightened the rules on early prison releases, preventing serious sex offenders from being freed under the scheme.
Plus: A Cambridge plagiarism scandal enters the political mainstream, and former cabinet minister Harriet Harman says men should be barred from the next Labour leadership race.
With Aaron Bastani & Michael Walker.
Reform Promises “Military Operation” To Stop Migrant Boats
The Ceuta migrant crisis effects continue to ripple throughout politics at home and abroad.
Plus: Detained Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been pictured meeting with the Red Cross, her first sighting in over two years. Is the Burmese military leadership finally softening its stance on the controversial figure?
With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.
Burnham’s Devolution Revolution Funding Revealed
Burnham and Louise Haigh have unveiled their plans for funding devolution, do they stack up?
Plus: A number of Burnham’s new ministers are under scrutiny for historic statements on Israel’s genocide, Spain’s army tries to stop African migrants entering its African enclave, and Diane Abbott has been re-admitted into the Labour Party.
With Steven Methven & Paul Holden.
Burnham Stakes Early Grace On Fixing Broken Care System
We look at Andy Burnham’s proposals for fixing a care system that is universally regarded as unfit for purpose.
Plus: We ask The Greens’ Manchester Mayoral candidate about the latest controversy surrounding her party, FIFA President Infantino can’t stop/won’t stop making headlines and is the Anthropic CEO going to be the first person to rise up against our new digital overlords, even as he b
Burnham Vows To Tackle Youth Unemployment
Andy Burnham has said he is “on a mission” to reduce the number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEETs), but has stopped short of pledging a concrete target.
Plus: The number of millionaires in Britain is falling, Reform UK appears to be having a complete meltdown,
With Aaron Bastani & Michael Walker.
Europe Is Burning
Firefighters are still battling devastating wildfires across Europe, with hundreds of thousands of people having been evacuated from their homes.
Plus: Burnham lays out his plan for social care in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg, a woman has been killed in a horrific attack on Berlin Pride, and India’s Cockroach Janta Party strikes a blow against Modi.
With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, Lauri
Angela Rayner Rules Out Rent Controls
Angela Rayner has ruled out rent controls, citing Scotland’s scheme as her reason. We ask an expert if she’s right.
Plus: Europe is further engulfed in flame, Musk gifts further insights into his insanity to The Economist & Saudi Arabia have learned to stop worrying and love The Bomb.
With Michael Walker, Dalia Gebrial, Beth Stratford & Dave Ward.
New Battlefront In Trump’s “Easily Won” War
Trump is “very disappointed” by Yemeni Houthis’ attack on a Saudi oil tanker in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait off the coast of Yemen.
Plus: Burnham’s first-week policy-blitz continues apace.
We talk to Julia Davies of Patriotic Millionaires about their latest headline-grabbing plea to pay more tax.
And finally, a prominent Zionist Democrat gets his clock cleaned by Krystal Ball on Breaking Points.
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Burnham Faces First Big Dilemmas
We take a look at the new Prime Minister’s bulging inbox and weigh up his options.
Plus: Mamdani isn’t going to arrest Netenyahu on entering New York, but he isn’t exactly rolling out the red carpet either.
Finally, AI lies, cheats and steals its way through the internet, so why are mathematicians championing its latest test results?
With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.
