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A reflection and prayer to start the day with the Rev Cheryl Meban.

Scientists in Edinburgh have used gene editing techniques in chickens which they say could eventually limit the spread of bird flu. Show more

Paul Brook recalls that at the age of eight the redwing ignited his love of birds and birdwatching for Tweet of the Day. Show more

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Sitting at the reins of her horse-drawn carriage, Emily feels in total control. Suddenly things takes a drastic turn, leading her on a terrifying chase down a country lane. Show more

Michael investigates how breathing through your nose rather than your mouth can lead to better memory, improve lung function and even help fight off infections. Show more

Women's voices from Israel & Gaza, Katalin Kariko - Nobel Prize winner, Pelvic pain and the taboo around talking about periods, sex & pelvic health. International Day of the Girl. Show more

Is a university club, started by Sophie Pender for the 93 per cent of students who attended state schools, helping to level the job opportunities playing field? Show more

Alexei Sayle takes a train journey and breaks the golden rule of travelling by train - he talks to his fellow passengers and reveals their lives and personal stories. Show more

Exposing the scammers selling fake cars on Facebook Marketplace, plus pension withdrawals are up - we explore why. Show more

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Exploring how interacting with the natural elements can improve mental wellbeing. Show more

Pat is on the warpath, and it’s a big day for Susan. Show more

Constance is tracing the fault lines of her wider family to track down the murderer. She discovers the terrible truth about her daughter-in-law, Sarah. Show more

With the cost of dying at more than £9,000, have you considered the cost of your funeral? Show more

James Gallagher meets the people who help victims of sexual assault at a dedicated centre in Manchester. Show more

Laurie Taylor explores the changing nature of our relationship to companion animals and goes on a dog walk. Show more

Perspectives from journalists on the ground, plus we explore the information war raging on social media. Show more

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Israel sealed off the Palestinian territory after Hamas gunmen attacks on Saturday

Daliso Chaponda is back for a fourth series of his funny, informative and thought provoking Rose D'Or nominated show. 1/4 Show more

Chaos reigns at Grey Gables, and George finds himself with double trouble. Show more

Nick Ahad talks to artist Lubaina Himid, actor Richard Armitage discusses his debut novel, and director Sir David Pountney and soprano Anna Dennis on new opera Masque of Might. Show more

Michael Buerk chairs a live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories. With panellists: Giles Fraser, Mona Siddiqui, Tim Stanley and Sonia Sodha. Show more

David Yelland and Simon Lewis discuss the ethics of tobacco PR, the new Beckham Netflix documentary and an Eton mess. Show more

Perspectives from journalists on the ground, plus we explore the information war raging on social media. Show more

Voices from Ashkelon in southern Israel and Gaza City

Why the BBC - and some other media organisations - are reluctant to describe Hamas as "terrorists"

After the wildfire our lion is forced to leave their home in the park and explores a residential area of L.A. Ep 3/5 Show more

Kenyan-born comedian Njambi McGrath exposes the devastating impact of British colonisers on her grandmother's life and how the legacy of racism affects her own life in the UK today Show more

Fresh from winning Best Comedy at the British Podcast Awards, Jon Holmes' comedy current affairs concept album retruns for its 10th series to remix the news into satirical shapes. Show more

Ben’s bonus is at risk. Ignoring wife Cammie he starts to short change everyone he considers non-essential. But he is unwise to neglect the warnings found in his son’s dreams Show more

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In Michael Lewis's jaw-dropping account of the rise and fall of Sam Bankman-Fried, it is 2021 and the former crypto billionaire's new venture takes off. Jamie Parker reads. Show more

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