Podcast · 544 episodes
Today in Focus, page 10
by The Guardian · English
Today in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism. Our award-winning morning edition hosted by Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly and Helen Pidd combines on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis and personal testimony from the people at the heart of the stories that matter, to give you a deeper understanding of the world we live in. And to make sense of a rapidly-changing news cycle, our new evening edition 'The Latest' hosted by Lucy Hough, brings you up to speed on the big news story of the day in just 10 minutes. Available on YouTube and all podcast platforms.
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Why has the world lost sight of the suffering of Palestinians? – The LatestThe episode argues the “ceasefire” in Gaza has not stopped mass killing and humanitarian collapse, and that global attention has shifted to the war in Iran; it also describes rising violence in the…1 May 2026 · 13 min · 7 chapters
On the ground in London as the Greens surgeThe Guardian’s “Today in Focus” follows the Green Party’s London election push, especially the bid to win Hackney from Labour, and tests whether the Greens can convert growing support into council…1 May 2026 · 34 min · 12 chapters
‘An epidemic’: is antisemitism out of control in the UK? – The LatestWhether rising antisemitism in the UK is escalating into a “national emergency,” sparked by recent violent attacks and linked to political rhetoric around Israel/Palestine and pro-Palestine marches.30 Apr 2026 · 14 min · 5 chapters
Iran’s wartime executionsIran’s “wartime” executions of political prisoners and protesters, described through recorded messages, family accounts, and reporting on rapid sentencing and executions during the war and global…30 Apr 2026 · 24 min · 12 chapters
Has King Charles salvaged special relationship with Trump? – The LatestThe episode discusses King Charles’s four-day US visit and whether it can “salvage” the special relationship with Donald Trump.29 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 8 chapters
Siri, where does Apple go next?Apple’s leadership transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus, and what it signals for Apple’s future—especially AI lag, product innovation, and geopolitical/supply-chain strategy.29 Apr 2026 · 27 min · 13 chapters
Starmer staves off mutiny over Mandelson mess… but for how long? - The LatestWestminster politics and potential parliamentary probe into Prime Minister Keir Starmer after the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, amid claims of misleading MPs and mishandled vetting…28 Apr 2026 · 11 min · 1 chapter
The secretive billionaire bankrolling Nigel FarageThe episode (Guardian “Today in Focus”) investigates Chris Harbourn (also known as Chakrit Sakankrit), a secretive billionaire living mainly in Bangkok/Thailand, and his role bankrolling Nigel…28 Apr 2026 · 33 min · 15 chapters
‘Sense of disbelief’: how White House press dinner attack unfolded – The LatestThe episode (The Guardian, Today in Focus) recounts the unfolding of the White House Correspondents Association dinner shooting attempt in Washington, where loud bangs triggered panic as guests dove…27 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
Sanae Takaichi: the most powerful woman in the world?Japan’s new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, and her push to amend or scrap Article 9 of Japan’s pacifist constitution, alongside her broader security agenda and the backlash it’s triggering.27 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 13 chapters
Is Starmer on borrowed time? - The LatestKeir Starmer’s political survival amid the “Mandelson vetting saga,” focusing on claims about whether due process was followed in appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, and whether senior civil…24 Apr 2026 · 12 min · 4 chapters
Will the backlash against AI turn violent?Whether backlash against AI could escalate into more violence, sparked by an alleged arson/attempted murder attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and broader anti-AI radicalization.24 Apr 2026 · 27 min · 16 chapters
Is the tide turning for Ukraine in war with Russia? – The LatestWhether the tide is turning for Ukraine in its war with Russia, amid EU financial support, stalled Russian battlefield progress, and shifting Western involvement.23 Apr 2026 · 12 min · 5 chapters
The new Michael Jackson biopic. Why now?The episode discusses The Guardian’s critique of the new Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael,” arguing it omits or sanitizes the most serious allegations of child sexual abuse and instead emphasizes a…23 Apr 2026 · 30 min · 12 chapters
Trump extends Iran ceasefire: can a deal be made? – The LatestThe Guardian’s “The Latest” discusses Trump extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely after a threatened expiration, amid escalating naval incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.22 Apr 2026 · 11 min · 6 chapters
The security report the UK government doesn’t want you to seeA Guardian investigation into a UK Joint Intelligence Committee report, “Global Biodiversity Loss, Ecosystem Collapse and National Security,” linking ecosystem collapse to national security risks.22 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 13 chapters
Mandelson vetting row: sacked civil servant speaks out - The LatestThe episode covers the fallout from The Guardian’s “Mandelson vetting scandal,” focusing on how Peter Mandelson became UK ambassador to Washington despite failing security vetting, and why Prime…21 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 7 chapters
Starmer addresses the Mandelson vetting sagaKeir Starmer’s parliamentary address on the “Mandelson vetting saga,” after Peter Mandelson was appointed UK ambassador to the US despite failing security vetting, and Starmer’s earlier statements…21 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 12 chapters
Iran war energy crisis: how bad could it get? – The LatestThe episode explains how renewed Iran–US tensions and a US blockade/seizure in the Strait of Hormuz are driving oil price spikes and worsening an energy crisis, undermining ceasefire talks and…20 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
Stonewall’s new chair on trans rights, JK Rowling and the future of the LGBTQ+ movementStonewall’s future after years of controversy over trans rights; Kezia Dugdale becomes chair and outlines priorities for 2026 amid fears of rollback of LGBTQ+ rights.20 Apr 2026 · 30 min · 14 chapters
Is Mandelson vetting scandal the final straw for Starmer? – The LatestThe Guardian investigation into whether Keir Starmer’s government mishandled security vetting for Peter Mandelson, and whether key information was withheld from ministers and Parliament.17 Apr 2026 · 11 min · 4 chapters
Will Trump regret taking on the Pope?The episode discusses Donald Trump’s public feud with Pope Leo and what it could mean for his support among conservative Christians.17 Apr 2026 · 31 min · 10 chapters
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire announced by Trump – The LatestThe Guardian’s “The Latest” covers Trump’s announcement of a 10-day Israel–Lebanon ceasefire, how it was reached, expected next steps in Washington, and implications for the wider Israel–Iran…16 Apr 2026 · 9 min · 5 chapters
When the ‘Dubai dream’ goes wrongA UK family’s attempt to escape Dubai after Albert Douglas is trapped in a debt-related legal case, leading to years in UAE prison, alleged torture, asset seizures, and eventual release/deportation…16 Apr 2026 · 31 min · 19 chapters