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Today in Focus, page 19
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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Nazi salutes and racism: the allegations about Nigel Farage’s school daysIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosts Helen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, and Annie Kelly delve into the allegations concerning *Nigel Farage’s school days* at Dulwich College.21 Nov 2025 · 27 min
Will the public sexual assault of the president mark a turning point for women in Mexico?The episode explores the implications of a public sexual assault on Claudia Sheinbaum, the president of Mexico, and its potential to catalyze change in women's safety and rights in the country.20 Nov 2025 · 23 min
Is this Labour’s hostile environment?In this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosted by Helen Pidd, the discussion revolves around the new immigration plans announced by Labour's Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood.19 Nov 2025 · 24 min
Donald Trump’s Epstein U-turnHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly18 Nov 2025 · 25 min
Why Labour is going Danish on immigrationIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, Danish journalist Nilas Heinskou and Syrian refugee Agob Yacoub discuss Denmark's stringent immigration and asylum policies, which reportedly influence upcoming…17 Nov 2025 · 30 min
The surprising truth about Reform votersThe surprising truth about Reform voters14 Nov 2025 · 28 min
Is Trump going to war with Venezuela?The Guardian's award-winning morning edition that combines on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis, and personal testimonies from the stories that matter.13 Nov 2025 · 32 min
How China is trying to silence UK academicsIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, the discussion centers on the increasing pressures faced by UK academics regarding their research on China, particularly focused on the human rights abuses…12 Nov 2025 · 27 min
Why Trump is threatening to sue the BBC for $1bnA morning edition podcast by The Guardian that combines reporting, analysis, and personal testimonies to provide a deeper understanding of current events.11 Nov 2025 · 32 min
Cop ahoy! Sailing up the Amazon to the climate summitIn this episode, host Annie Kelly speaks with Jonathan Watts as he embarks on a unique journey down the Amazon River, accompanied by a diverse group of individuals, to cover COP30, the climate summit…10 Nov 2025 · 28 min
One man’s story inside the siege of El Fasher, SudanA morning edition podcast by The Guardian bringing insightful journalism, on-the-ground reporting, and personal testimonies to understand significant global events.7 Nov 2025 · 34 min
The ordinary Brits evacuating children from GazaHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly, Lucy Hough6 Nov 2025 · 38 min
On the ground in the refugee and asylum capital of BritainThe high number of asylum seekers and supported refugees in Crawley relative to its population.5 Nov 2025 · 31 min
How Zohran Mamdani charmed New YorkIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosts Noshin Iqbal, Adam Gabbatt, and Mehdi Hasan delve into the dramatic rise of Zohran Mamdani, a young, progressive candidate running for mayor of New York…4 Nov 2025 · 31 min
15 minutes of horror in train mass stabbing – Today in Focus Extra15 minutes of horror in train mass stabbing3 Nov 2025 · 11 min
The multi-million pound baby powder caseThis podcast brings listeners closer to the Guardian's journalism through on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis, and personal testimonies.3 Nov 2025 · 23 min
Cotton Capital: Searching for the spirit of Pan-Africanism – bonus episodeHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly31 Oct 2025 · 47 min
Living through the horror of Hurricane MelissaA morning edition of The Guardian's journalism with on-the-ground reporting, analysis, and personal testimonies, bringing the audience closer to significant stories.31 Oct 2025 · 33 min
The chaos of the grooming gangs inquiryThe episode explores the tumultuous developments surrounding the national inquiry into grooming gangs, highlighting resignations from survivors, political interference, and concerns over potential…30 Oct 2025 · 30 min
The comeback of the mountain gorillaIn this episode, Patrick Greenfield, The Guardian's biodiversity reporter, shares his experience hiking in the Virunga Mountains of East Africa, tracing the remarkable comeback of the mountain…29 Oct 2025 · 29 min
Is London ready for driverless taxis?A morning edition by The Guardian providing in-depth journalism through on-ground reporting and personal testimonies from those involved in significant stories.28 Oct 2025 · 25 min
The great Gen Z revoltIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, the hosts discuss the emergence of Gen Z protests that are reshaping governments around the world, focusing on movements in Nepal, Madagascar, and Morocco.27 Oct 2025 · 28 min
Why is Trump giving billions to Argentina?This episode covers Donald Trump's offer of a $20 billion currency swap aimed at supporting Argentina's president, Javier Milei, amid his struggling presidency and the country's economic crisis.24 Oct 2025 · 27 min
The heist of the decadeHelen Pidd with contributions from Angelique Chrisafis23 Oct 2025 · 30 min