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Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Prof Alison Jack of the School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh. Show more

The vision behind Wildland Estate, owned by Scotland's biggest landowner. Show more

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The poet Jackie Kay, Green MP Caroline Lucas and journalist Simon Heffer explore how culture, protest and tradition shape society, with Adam Rutherford. Show more

Kate Blakemore started the charity Motherwell Cheshire, which supports vulnerable women, and operates Edna’s Laundrette, where the locals can do their laundry for free. Show more

Writer Sharon Blackie, comedian Cally Beaton, Dr Radha Modgil and content creator Pippa Stacey join Anita Rani to talk about how we can help ourselves and each other to age well. Show more

When the last emperor, a boy called Puyi, was forced to abdicate in 1912, two millennia of imperial rule came to an end. What followed was chaos. Show more

Personal memories from one of the most bitter and divisive industrial disputes in the UK 40 years on. Show more

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ADHD medication shortage continues having impacted people since Autumn 2023.
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We speak to a former aid for Hamas and to Ehud Olmert, former prime minister of Israel, who explains why he thinks a military invasion no longer serves any purpose.

Laura McDaid held her ex's hand as he died at the Dignitas Clinic. 17 years later, she begins a search to fulfil his last request: to find his birth mother and pass on a message. Show more

Brian’s words cut deep, and someone makes a terrible mistake with earth-shattering consequences. Show more

Episode Two of the comedy about the trials of a train crew, as they try their best to arrive on time. Written by Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis and starring Rosie Cavaliero. Show more

Felicity downloads a stop smoking app voiced by Fern Brady. Show more

Emma of Normandy is the link between the Anglo-Saxons and the Normans who conquered England in 1066. Alice Roberts is joined by Nina Ramirez to find out more about her amazing life Show more

A young circus performer from a travelling family in France breaks out of an internment camp and dedicates himself to bringing the Nazis down. Show more

The stories of three people who switch between different personalities. Show more

Elton John's slow burner is now one of his most beloved tracks. Released in 1971 during a prolific period for Elton and Bernie Taupin, many people see themselves in the lyrics. Show more

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The announcement comes hours after Israel instructed Palestinians to leave parts of Rafah

Ever worried about a friend's new partner even when they say everything is 'fine'? In this week's episode Alfie looks into helping someone who might be under 'coercive control'. Show more

There’s a race against time in Ambridge, and one resident faces a nightmare situation. Show more

Sir Alan Ayckbourn on his 90th play, Jeremy Deller on a new public artwork for Scarborough, and the Scarborough Spa Orchestra on making music for the seaside. Show more

Democrats and Republicans have promised to solve the border crisis in recent times but they've failed and it remains a huge election issue. How does the problem get resolved? Show more

Plus, from wastewater monitoring to vaccines, how the COVID-19 pandemic irrevocably altered the scientific landscape. We take a deep dive into the legacy COVID leaves behind. Show more

The poet Jackie Kay, Green MP Caroline Lucas and journalist Simon Heffer explore how culture, protest and tradition shape society, with Adam Rutherford. Show more

Kate Blakemore started the charity Motherwell Cheshire, which supports vulnerable women, and operates Edna’s Laundrette, where the locals can do their laundry for free. Show more

As Israel bombards Rafah, Hamas has accepted a ceasefire put forward by Egypt and Qatar Show more

Having failed to share a romantic meal the night before, Michael and Marnie walk together for one more day. Show more

Jake’s given a new target. And it’s someone he knows. Show more

What do artificial intelligence and digital technology mean for actors and their relationship with audiences? Show more

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