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Sir Keir Starmer's PMQs Debut Jul 24, 2024

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Today, we discuss the first post-election edition of Prime Minister’s Questions - and the first since Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak swapped places.

Adam is joined by Chris and Alex to talk through the day’s political news, including PMQs, the seven Labour MPs who have been suspended after voting against the government and Baroness Eluned Morgan being elected as the new leader of Welsh Labour.

And, why has the album ‘brat’ by British popstar Charli XCX inspired so many memes about Vice-President Kamala Harris? Adam enlightens Chris on memes and the concept of brat summer.

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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 Sam McLaren and Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Jess Phillips on Misogyny... Bibby Stockholm + JD Vance Jul 23, 2024

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Today, we look at the National Police Chiefs Councils report into rising violence against women and girls, with Home Office minister Jess Phillips.

The report estimates at least one in 12 women (about 2 million) in England and Wales would be victims of violence every year, and that the problem had been growing.

Adam and Jess also discuss the closing of the Bibby Stockholm barge, the Strictly Come Dancing scandal and JD Vance.

Plus, Adam and Chris are re-united to round up the political week so far. 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 Hal Haines. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris Jul 22, 2024

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Today, everything you need to know about Kamala Harris.

We profile Vice-President Kamala Harris, who is the new favourite to be Democratic nominee for the White House after President Biden announced he would not be running.

What does she stand for? What has she done in her time as VP? And, is she the first truly meme’d politician?

Adam is joined by Astead W Herndon, national politics reporter for the New York Times and Maegan Vazquez, breaking news political reporter for Washington Post. 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 Sam Mclaren and Gemma Roper The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Biden Withdraws from the Presidential Race! Jul 21, 2024

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US President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats - and backs Vice-President Kamala Harris to be the democratic nominee.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming, Justin Webb, Sarah Smith and Marianna Spring. It was made by Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Is The Chancellor Taking a Chance on Public Sector Pay? Jul 21, 2024

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Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for teachers and some NHS workers.

Laura and Paddy talk through today's Reeves' interview, as well as shadow chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, who says Labour's claim of the "worst economic inheritance since World War Two" is "absolute nonsense".

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Keir Starmer, JD Vance and Hulk Hogan… What a week! Jul 20, 2024

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Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern.

Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge.

Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Hanna Ward. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Americast x Newscast Q+A Jul 19, 2024

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Today, Newscast and Americast join forces to answer your questions on the US election.

What brought Donald Trump and JD Vance together? If Kamala Harris does run to be President, who would be her VP? And, Is President Michelle Obama a possibility?

Adam is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Marianna Spring. 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.

Breaking Newscast: Super Massive IT Outage Jul 19, 2024

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Today, we’re looking at major IT outages that have hit industries across the world. More than 1,000 flights are cancelled. Banking, healthcare and shops are also affected.

Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike says a "defect" in one of its software updates hit Windows operating systems

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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 Jack Maclaren and Sam Mclaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The President Zelensky Interview Jul 18, 2024

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Today, President Zelensky sits down for an interview with Chris Mason. The Ukrainian leader was in the UK, alongside other world leaders, as part of the meeting of the European Political Community at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Speaking after the event President Zelesnky discussed with Chris the possible return of President Trump, the mistakes of President Biden and the pressure on him personally. 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 and Sam Mclaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Covid Inquiry: UK 'Failed Citizens' Jul 18, 2024

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Today we look at the first report released by the Covid Inquiry.

Focusing on pandemic preparations, it said the governments of the UK and devolved nations had ‘failed its citizens’ by planning for the wrong pandemic. The report lays out the failures, including ‘groupthink’ mentality and ‘labyrinthine’ systems.

Adam is joined by health reporter Jim Reed and Catherine Haddon from the Institute for Government.

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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 and Sam McLaren. The technical producers were Hannah Montgomery and Gareth Jones. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

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