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18/03/2026
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19/03/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
8. The Retreat
The failures in post-war Iraq have far reaching and unexpected consequences.
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.
News, views and features on yesterday's stories in Parliament
Sleeping and Dreaming
A reflection and prayer to start the day with Father Martin Magill
19/03/26 Land Use Framework, oat drink production
What difference will England's Land Use Framework make?
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Dadaism
How, in 1916 in Zurich, artists responded to the absurdity of war by creating absurd art.
You Don't Have to Worry (with Marina Hyde)
Is the optimism and positive language of the US administration encouraging or worrying?
Glasgow fire, Sibling relationships, Artist LR Vandy
Female business owners unite after their retail units were destroyed in Glasgow fire.
The Second Map
2. The Secrets in the Safe
The other story of the Second World War.
9. Broken Trust
As public trust disappears, deep scars begin to take their toll.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Episode 2: The Spark Gap
Evan explores why electricity is so expensive, and why that's a barrier for heat pumps.
Dough - Eyewear
Will smart glasses replace smartphones? Greg Foot investigates the future of eyewear.
The latest weather forecast
Iran and Israel target oil and gas in the Gulf and energy prices soar
Energy prices increase rapidly as Iran and Israel target oil and gas sites in the Gulf.
4. Space Race 2.0
Satellites are driving the new space race for commerce, communications - and warfare.
Brian learns something new.
Good People
6. The Reckoning
Back at Faith's home for the final time, a reckoning awaits.
Stroudwater's missing mile
Martha Kearney finds out about ambitious restoration plans for the Stroudwater canal.
Bone Cancer Research Trust
Supporter Ben Phelps makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Bone Cancer Research Trust.
Inside Health, Radio 4 Extra, and Jeremy Bowen on Today.
Andrea Catherwood hears your views on a recent episode of Inside Health.
What's the current state of the UK's armed forces?
How ready to fight are the UK's armed forces?
Is quantum computing having its moment?
The UK government announces a £2billion investment in quantum computing.
US demands thanks despite war raising energy prices
Defence Secretary Hegseth says allies should be grateful as strikes send gas costs soaring
Iran vows 'zero restraint' as it launches new attacks
The focus of the war shifts to key oil and gas infrastructure across the Middle East
Series 2
The Politics of Incentives
Good intentions, bad incentives and the politics that result.
Esme gets an important message.
Review: La Grazia, the latest film from The Great Beauty director Paolo Sorrentino
Summerfolk at the National Theatre in London and epic novel The Tribe by Michael Arditti.
Can You Spin ChatGPT?
David Yelland and Lauren Beeching look at the secretive world of influencing the chatbots.
Lisa Nandy on saving local news and the future of the BBC, reporting from inside Iran & behind the scenes at the Oscars
Lisa Nandy interview, reporting from inside Iran and behind the scenes at the Oscars
Chris McCausland, Flo and Joan, The Orielles, Dallas Campbell, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Dorothy Koomson
Kiri Pritchard-McLean and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
Israeli PM denies dragging US into war with Iran
Benjamin Netanyahu says President Trump is acting in the interests of the US
plus she can drive your getaway car faster than any by Wendy Erskine
A modern retelling of The Labour Pains of the Ulaid.
The Legacy of Empire: How to Reckon with the Past (Simukai Chigudu)
Is removing statues and decolonising the curriculum the answer?
Alicia McCarthy reports as MPs protest over cuts to overseas aid.
