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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with Krish Kandiah, president of the London School of Theology. Show more

After the floods, the programme takes a look at dredging. According to some, it is the way to prevent floods, but others believe it can only make them worse. Caz Graham hears why. Show more

The latest weather forecast for farmers.

Michael Palin presents the New Zealand Kakapo Show more

Morning news and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.

Andrew Marr discusses Russia with Simon Sebag Montefiore, Amanda Vickery, Arkady Ostrovsky and David Aaronovitch. Show more

Comedy star Tracey Ullman on her return to the British screen, Tulip Siddiq MP on a campaign to allow parliamentarians to vote from home, life as a cycle courier, women and caring. Show more

Paul D felt hopeful until Beloved arrived, but he could not resist her and must now face the consequences. Stars Danny Sapani. Show more

Steve has to prove he has quit gambling to move back in with his partner and children. Show more

Supercilious sea eagles, underwear odysseys, and kid's TV-rage. Mark's town tour arrives on the Isle of Mull. From 2012. Show more

On this day, the Allies occupied the Kaiser's villa on Corfu, and Nell is shocked by news of a patient close to her heart. Show more

Slimming clubs are facing competition from fitness technology that can be downloaded on phones, and police forces are missing targets for processing criminal records checks. Show more

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The programme assesses the life and work of David Bowie and hears from Rick Wakeman, and Lyse Doucet reports from Lebanon on Madaya. Show more

Christopher Clark explores how the European empires affected the First World War, ensuring that - from the outset - it would become the first war that was truly global. Show more

On Plough Sunday, Ed is feeling nervous. And Helen is getting pampered. Show more

4 Extra Debut. As WWII rages, an injured soldier strives to save West Wycombe Park for the National Trust. Starring Tobias Menzies. Show more

Russell Davies chairs the first contest in the new season of the nationwide general knowledge quiz. Show more

Sheila Dillon launches the 2016 BBC Food and Farming Awards and reveals this year's team of judges. Show more

Actress Helen Baxendale presents her favourite pieces of writing, including poems by WB Yeats, Seamus Heaney and Edward Lear. The readers are Greg Davies and Esther Wilson. Show more

Ernie Rea and guests discuss religion in France. Show more

Tributes paid to 'true original' David Bowie, who's died. The Head of the Environment Agency, Sir Philip Dilley resigns. Aid convoy reaches the besieged Syrian town of Madaya.

John Lloyd and Sarah Millican with comedian Holly Walsh, author Stephen J Dubner and adventurer Dr David Bramwell. From 2016. Show more

Matthew the milker is making his mark. And what is the crisis at Bridge Farm? Show more

The singer David Bowie is remembered by artists, musicians and colleagues as they consider the significance and legacy of the legendary star. Show more

Paul D felt hopeful until Beloved arrived, but he could not resist her and must now face the consequences. Stars Danny Sapani. Show more

Journalist David Nolan tells a very personal, inside story of the biggest historical sex abuse case ever mounted by Greater Manchester Police. Show more

A national corruption scandal has deepened Brazil's economic crisis. But, as Linda Pressly finds in the poor state of Maranhao, sleaze is widespread. Show more

Can science help people cut down on sugar? Three scientists each present their idea for how to reduce sugar intake, from soda taxes to hollow sugar. Show more

Andrew Marr discusses Russia with Simon Sebag Montefiore, Amanda Vickery, Arkady Ostrovsky and David Aaronovitch. Show more

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Aid convoys have been allowed to deliver food to people in Syrian towns, including Madaya, which have been besieged by government and opposition forces. Show more

Richard joins Jed on his mysterious missions. From their observation point they see that the rafters, equipped with Richard's map, have reached the neighbouring island. Show more

4 Extra Debut. Donovan talks about his psychedelic revolution inspiring 1966 album, 'Sunshine Superman'. With John Wilson. From 2016. Show more

Susan Hulme reports from Westminster.

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The Spanish genius Velasquez painted few pictures. Did John Snare discover a long-lost treasure in 1845? And if so, where is it now? Art critic Laura Cumming turns detective. Show more

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