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26 min

S2026 · E1 · Apr 18, 2026

Artemis II: Return to the Moon Episode 1

Four astronauts. One historic mission. Watch as the crew of Artemis II wave goodbye to earth, their family and friends to make a mark in the story of space travel.

26 min

S2026 · E2 · Jun 23, 2016

Starmer: What Went Wrong? Episode 2

From triumph to turmoil, the story of how Sir Keir Starmer’s premiership unravelled, from Labour’s historic 2024 landslide to the fatal miscalculations and internal revolt that forced him from power.

26 min

S2026 · E3 · Jun 28, 2026

Boiling Point: The Week of Extreme Heat Episode 3

The last week of June 2026 saw record-breaking temperatures across parts of the UK and Europe. While some enjoyed the sunshine, the heat caused trains, schools and emergency services to buckle.

23 min

S2026 · E4 · Jul 21, 2026

Andy Burnham: Who is the New PM? Episode 4

From Manchester mayor to prime minister in a matter of months; Andy Burnham has been in politics for decades but what is his record and what does he stand for? The BBC's Joe Pike explores who is the man behind the top job.

17 min

S2026 · E5 · Jul 30, 2026

Europe on Fire Episode 5

In France, the wildfires have been described as the worst disaster since World War Two. In Spain, a national emergency was declared as fires burned out of control near Madrid. We follow the wildfires as they spread in Europe and watch as fire crews crews race against time.

23 min

S2026 · E6 · Aug 15, 2026

Inside China's EV Revolution Episode 6

At a time of heightened geopolitical conflict and uncertainty, soaring fuel costs are driving up demand for electric vehicles around the world. Chinese EV's are leading the way. In the span of a decade, China's electric vehicles sector has gone from fledgling industry to automotive powerhouse, challenging some the world's top automakers on their home ground. We examine how China transformed into the world's leading manufacturer of green energy cars, from innovations in battery technology to the concept of a smartphone on wheels, and ultimately what lies ahead for the future of transportation.

10 min

S2026 · E7 · Aug 20, 2026

Harry & Meghan: Why Are They Moving Back? Episode 7

After years of global headlines and their high-profile move to California, Prince Harry and Meghan are preparing for a return to the UK. Beyond the personal implications, this development raises questions around security, funding, family reconciliation and public perception. The BBC's Noor Nanji explores why they're making the move.

22 min

S2026 · E8 · Sep 19, 2026

Why The World Loved Dolly Episode 8

Dolly Parton's death sparked an extraordinary outpouring of love from fans and stars the world over - but what was it about Dolly that made her so universally adored? From her music and her humour to her look and philanthropy, we get reaction on Dolly's life, legacy and worldwide appeal.

15 min

S2026 · E9 · Oct 2, 2026

FlyDubai: What Happened? Episode 9

What began as a routine flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv turned into a fight for survival when one pilot allegedly stabs another inside the cockpit. As the aircraft plunges tens of thousands of feet in minutes, passengers and crew are forced into extraordinary action. This is the story of what unfolded on Flydubai flight FZ1073 and the plumber, dentist, banker and businessman who fought back to prevent disaster.

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Total runtime 26h 8m · Episode length 28 min · Country United Kingdom

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Premiered

June 23, 2016

Latest episode

October 2, 2026

Status

Returning series

Networks

BBC · BBC News · BBC World News

Country

United Kingdom

Episode length

28 min

Total runtime

26h 8m

Original language

English

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BBC World News

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