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03/04/2026
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National and international news from BBC Radio 4
What's happened to the Gaza peace plan?
As the Middle East is engulfed by war, what prospects are there for peace in Gaza?
The weight of human existence
Spiritual reflection for Good Friday with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland.
03/04/26 "Muddy Fingers" McGurn
The potter using clay from the land to tell the story of a County Fermanagh farm.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Si King, cook
Si King, cook and TV presenter, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.
Childhood epilepsy, Pre-loved fashion, Mary Magdalene music, Women only societies
Filmmaker Emma Matthews on the struggle to get treatment for her son's epilepsy.
Generation Z
Jaega Wise investigates how economics and social media are effecting how young people eat.
5. The Dark Side of the Moon
From the ruins of Arecibo to the Dark Side of the Moon. Read by Jasmine Hyde.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The Joy of Soil
Beneath your feet is a world wide web that keeps us all alive. Dig the joy of soil.
The latest weather forecast
President Trump threatens further strikes on Iranian infrastructure
US President warns the government in Tehran they know what needs to be done 'fast'.
Episode 5
The former council estate which sat behind two eight-foot walls for 25 years.
02/04/2026
Miranda learns about Brian’s past.
Sabine
Episode 1
When Sabine’s body is found beneath the cliffs, her sister is convinced she was murdered.
Life Without Sleep
We all know the importance of sleep, but what happens if we literally can’t?
Rhidian Brook reflects on the day Jesus died.
Pet Blood Bank
How a charity providing blood services for pets is helping to save the lives of dogs.
Union Jacq by Bita Taghavi
A story about self-discovery, courage and hope by Bita Taghavi.
Robert Fox, Mary Rand MBE, Sir Tony Hoare, Biruté Galdikas
John Wilson on theatre producer, an athlete, a computer scientist, a primatologist.
The agony of losing my son in Nottingham attack
Emma Webber talks about the agony of losing Barnaby, and her campaign for an inquiry.
One crew member rescued as US jet is downed over Iran
A search mission is under way as Iran claims to have shot down an American aircraft.
Reports say a US fighter jet has come down over Iran
US media say a pilot has been rescued
Series 4
Jesus Christ Superstarmer, and Dark Satanic Mills
And was The Naked Week builded here, among these dark satanic Mills?
Brian tries to speak to Miranda.
Fishing
Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode examine fishing on screen. Guests include Mark Jenkin.
Lord Falconer, Heledd Fychan MS, Ben Maguire MP, Dame Penny Mordaunt
James Cook presents political debate from Stanley Arts in Croydon, south London.
March 30th to April 5th
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
Jim Kerr on Jim Morrison
Jim Kerr from Simple Minds describes the impact and influence of The Doors' Jim Morrison.
US fighter jet shot down over Iran
US fighter jet shot down over Iran, search continues for one crew member
Thomas is due to take Edgar out into the bay at evening low water.
Are the Democrats ready to win back Congress?
We speak to Obama's former adviser about the party’s chances in the midterms
Responding to your science questions
Why men have nipples and how gravity slingshots work; your science questions answered.
04/04/2026
