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12/08/2026
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BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
The state of our substrate: What is drought doing to our soil?
The surprising science of how drought affects the health of our soils.
Holding fast and letting go!
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Richard Reddie.
12/08/2026 Controversial cattle cull, impact of drought on fish stocks, salads.
Controversial cattle cull leaves farmers in Northern Ireland furious.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Stolen Notes
A priceless instrument goes missing and changes the path of a musician’s career.
Breakin' the Cycle
3. The Right Kind of Violence
As the film shoot descends into chaos, Colin and D decide to shut down their drug empire.
Eclipse, China's fake brides, Female climbers, Dr Amanda Cole & Tourette syndrome
A leading astrophysicist and fan on watching the eclipse.
After EncroChat
The EncroChat hack was a huge law enforcement weapon against drugs. But has it worked?
August 10th - August 16th
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
Episode 3
A searing account of the atomic bomb’s aftermath from local pastor Kiyoshi Tanimoto.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
University Accommodation, Hire Cars, Fake Websites
Ahead of results day, we look at the rising costs for students.
The latest weather forecast
Serial sex offender and double murderer Simon Levy given whole life sentence
Levy killed two women and raped another while on bail for other offences.
Recluses
Michel de Montaigne
What can we learn from the mind of Montaigne who invented the concept of the essay?
11/08/2026
Robert struggles to stay positive.
Survival
A bold series of short dramas reflecting life across the UK.
James Hutton and The Restless Earth
Plunge into the abyss of deep geological time with Karine Polwart.
How a microbe pulled from an Arctic dump could help our fight against climate change.
The First Month
The deeply personal story of an accident, extreme guilt, and its power to transform us.
Jason Arday, Investigating Football, Broadcasters Moving to YouTube
As TV broadcasters move over to YouTube, what does it take to succeed on the platform?
Full coverage of the day's news
Millions watch the UK's most significant solar eclipse since 1999
In Spain, the moon will totally obscure the sun
Series 3
3 - Horses, Breaking Bad News, Reels
Horse Therapy, Breaking Bad News and Instagram Reels – which will win?
Carol continues to cause problems.
The best theatre at this year's Edinburgh Festivals
Hannah Reilly on her much-anticipated show about authenticity, Roleplay.
Why the heat about ADHD?
News of a TV show about the disorder and its causes prompts a big backlash.
A space to just be
How one man is building a hiking community for LGBTQ+ people and their allies.
Invisible Hands: The American Century
3. Operation Ajax
The story of America’s ultimate Invisible hand - the CIA.
A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment
Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee?
Millions gather to view solar eclipse
Once in a generation solar eclipse enjoyed from Iceland to Spain
Episode Eight
In prison, Dr Primrose meets an old acquaintance.
Living Forever
6: How to Live Forever
Sunil blew it. Goodbye.
3. The Body That Came from the Sky
Comedy series following amateur paranormal podcaster Chris Relish.
James Marriott and Jude Rogers
A columnist and an arts journalist choose their favourite books.
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