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How will Putin Respond to Ukraine’s Attack in Russia? Aug 12, 2024

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Today we look at Ukraine’s surprise advance across the Russian border and the escalating tensions in the Middle East.

121,000 people have evacuated from Russia’s western Kursk region after the Ukrainian military crossed the border in an unexpected move. Adam speaks to Ukrainecast’s Vitaly Shevchenko alongside Shashank Joshi, defence editor at The Economist and Sophia Gaston, Head of Foreign Policy at the think tank Policy Exchange.

And, Lyse Doucet, BBC chief international correspondent, discusses the growing fears of conflict spreading throughout the Middle East after the recent assassination of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Interview: Big Issue Founder Lord Bird Aug 11, 2024

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Today, we speak to Lord John Bird, the co-founder of the Big Issue magazine and anti-poverty campaigner.

Lord Bird was born into poverty and spent time rough sleeping before starting the Big Issue in 1991. In 2015 he was appointed a crossbench People’s Peer.

Adam talks to Lord Bird about growing up in poverty, the impact prison had on his life and how the Big Issue continues to support people who are vulnerably housed and homeless.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Has The Tide Turned After The Riots? Aug 10, 2024

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Today, we look at whether after a week of riots, we have seen the end of unrest on Britain’s streets.

In a call with the Prime Minister, King Charles has praised Britain’s community spirit in response to the riots and gave his "heartfelt thanks" to the officers who had worked to restore peace across the country. More than 700 people have now been arrested for alleged offences in connection with the riots, and police promised “hundreds” more to come.

Adam and Paddy are joined on Radio 4 by disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring, and senior UK correspondent for BBC News, Sima Kotecha. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Teodora Agarici . The technical producer was Annie Smith. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham

LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival! Aug 09, 2024

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Today, Newscast at the Edinburgh Festival for a special, extended episode!

Adam is joined by Scotland Editor James Cook, Leader of the Scottish Labour Party Anas Sarwar, comedian Catherine Bohart, and host of BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News Des Clarke.

Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The Assistant Editor is Chris Gray. The Senior News Editor is Sam Bonham.

Thanks also to the team at BBC Scotland and Dynamic Earth!

The Riots Q+A Aug 08, 2024

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Today, we answer your questions about the violent disorder which has spread across the UK since the Southport attack.

Adam is joined by political and investigations correspondent Joe Pike, senior UK correspondent Sima Kotecha, and investigations correspondent Daniel De Simone.

Plus, Adam speaks to disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring, about the website whose story gave a false name to the 17-year-old charged over the Southport attack. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Counter-Protests Take To The Streets Aug 07, 2024

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Adam makes his Newsnight debut on the night counter-protests take to the streets in response to the riots in recent weeks.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The Riots and The Courtroom Aug 06, 2024

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Today, we look at more suspects appearing in court across the country after a week of violence.

Around 100 people have now been charged and more than 400 people have been arrested. The director of public prosecutions in England and Wales says he is “willing” to consider charging some rioters with terrorism offences.

Adam is joined by UK home affairs correspondent Daniel Sandford and Danny Shaw, who was until recently an advisor to Yvette Cooper.

And, Kamala Harris has selected her running mate. Who is it? And, Why is it a surprising choice?

Adam speaks to Americast presenters Justin Webb, Marianna Spring plus chief anchor for BBC World Sumi Somaskanda. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Gareth Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The Riots, the Rioters and the Response Aug 05, 2024

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Today, we look at the almost 400 arrests made after violence across the country over the past six days.

Sir Keir Starmer chaired an emergency meeting of Cobra on Monday morning to discuss the government’s response to the violent disorder. He announced a ‘standing army’ of police officers to help tackle the riots.

But, what do we know about the people taking part? How will the legal system cope? And, what happens next?

James Cook is in for Adam and is joined by political correspondent Alex Forsyth, home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani and investigations correspondent Daniel De Simone. Sima Kotecha speaks to James from Bolton about the impact of the riots on the community. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Interview: Médecins Sans Frontières's Dr Natalie Roberts Aug 04, 2024

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The Dr Natalie Roberts Interview

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Adam speaks to the Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières

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Today we speak to Dr Natalie Roberts, Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders).

Natalie discusses her early medical career in the NHS, working in some of the world's most dangerous countries and how the charity has responded to accusations of racism. Médecins Sans Frontières is a medical charity which provides help in areas around the world experiencing conflict, epidemics and other health emergencies.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

What's Behind the Violence on England's Streets? Aug 03, 2024

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Today, we look at what causing people to riot on the streets of England.

Unrest has broken out in multiple towns and cities through the week, the first example of which was see in Southport, where three young girls were killed on Monday.

In Sunderland on Friday night, three police officers were injured and needed hospital treatment during what police called the "serious and sustained levels of violence".

Home an legal affairs Dominic Casciani tells us what we know about who’s behind it, and why it’s happening.

Plus, after warnings about the country’s finances from the chancellor, chief economics correspondent Dharshini David gives us the expert view on how worried we should or shouldn’t be.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

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