Podcast · 65 episodes
The World Tonight, page 3
by BBC Radio 4 · English
In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and major breaking news from a global perspective
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Top ICC prosecutor removed over sexual misconduct allegationsThe episode leads with the ICC removing chief prosecutor Karim Khan after sexual misconduct allegations.24 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 18 chapters
Burnham pauses early prison release schemeUK politics and justice—Prime Minister Andy Burnham pauses an early prison release scheme under the Sentencing Act 2026 amid victim and survivor backlash; related discussion of prison overcrowding.23 Jul 2026 · 37 min · 20 chapters
US and Saudi Arabia strike nuclear dealThe episode is a World Tonight news roundup, led by a US–Saudi nuclear cooperation deal, plus UK prison sentencing changes, Venezuela’s Maduro trial amid earthquake recovery, Elon Musk’s “Grok…22 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 22 chapters
Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after protestsThe episode of BBC World Tonight (July 21) covers multiple stories: Ukraine, UK politics, France, UK water restrictions, and India youth protests.21 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 18 chapters
John Healey appointed chancellor as Prime Minister Andy Burnham builds his cabinetThe episode is about Andy Burnham forming his new UK government and the key cabinet appointments that signal the economic and social direction.20 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 17 chapters
Andy Burnham takes over leadership of the Labour PartyBBC World Tonight covers Andy Burnham taking control of the Labour Party and promising major change, especially reforming England’s social care; it also includes segments on UK politics, Ukraine’s…17 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 16 chapters
Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in UkraineThe episode is about multiple news segments, led by Ukraine: President Zelensky removed (did not renominate) Mikhail Fedorov, the young, reformist defence minister, after tensions with…16 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 11 chapters
England out of the World CupEngland’s World Cup semi-final ends in heartbreak: reigning champions Argentina beat England 2-1 in Atlanta.15 Jul 2026 · 37 min · 15 chapters
Widdecombe murder 'raises questions about the security of those in public life'The episode is a BBC World Service news-and-interviews roundup plus features.13 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 13 chapters
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Ann Widdecombe found deadThe episode of BBC World Tonight covers three main stories. First, police in Devon arrest and question a 26-year-old white British man in Newton Abbot on suspicion of murdering former Conservative MP…10 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 14 chapters
Iran buries Ayatollah Ali KhameneiIran’s burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and what it signals for Iran–US tensions; an interim ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed attacks; UK heatwave health impacts (women’s…9 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 17 chapters
Disability benefits could face massive overhaul in Timms ReviewThe episode of BBC World Tonight focuses on how the UK state supports people with disabilities amid budget pressure, ahead of the first report from the Timms Review on Personal Independence Payments…8 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 15 chapters
Farage resigns as an MP to fight by-electionThe episode of BBC World Tonight (July 7) centers on Nigel Farage resigning as MP for Clacton to trigger a by-election, framed by Reform UK as “people versus the establishment.” It explains Farage’s…7 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 16 chapters
Trump confirms he asked Fifa to review Balogun banFIFA overturns/pauses a red-card suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump says he phoned FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review; Belgium’s appeal fails and the…6 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 16 chapters
USA celebrates 250 years of independenceThe episode is a World Tonight roundup on the US 250th independence anniversary, plus separate international and UK stories.3 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 17 chapters
'Most massive' Russian attack on Kyiv kills at least 25The episode covers four main stories. First, Ukraine war: Russian forces launched a “most massive” overnight barrage on Kyiv using more than 70 missiles and nearly 500 drones; at least 25 people were…2 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 13 chapters
Kane's rescue act sends England into World Cup last 16England’s World Cup group match vs the Democratic Republic of Congo: England trailed 1-0 for 68 minutes in Atlanta, then Harry Kane scored twice—first via a header after substitute Anthony Gordon’s…1 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 15 chapters