The Story

Andrew Malkinson was sentenced to life in prison in 2004 for a rape he did not commit, and the episode says another man has now been convicted in Greater Manchester.

Andrew Malkinson’s case returns to Manchester Crown Court after a jury convicts Paul Quinn of the same 2003 rape in Little Hulton, Salford.

The Story opens on the Strait of Hormuz and the question of what a war against Iran could mean for Britain.

This episode examines the unfolding scandal over Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the U.S.

This episode explores how the Iran war could inadvertently benefit China by diverting U.S.

This episode discusses the global controversy sparked by Donald Trump posting an AI-generated image depicting himself as Jesus Christ, which was later removed amid widespread outrage.

This episode discusses the recent Hungarian election results, focusing on the defeat of Viktor Orban's government and the public celebration in Budapest.

This episode investigates the Iraqi town of Rania, a hub for people smuggling that fuels the small boats crisis in the English Channel.

Zach Brettler's death still does not sit neatly.

Zach Brettler died after jumping from a balcony.

This episode investigates the unintended consequences of UK fire safety regulations that led to toxic flame retardants in furniture.

A ceasefire has been announced.

A news report on rising tensions in the West Bank, including the detention of a CNN crew by Israeli forces.

A daily news podcast that delves into the biggest stories with in-depth reporting and analysis from journalists.

A journalist discusses Viktor Orban's transformation from a pro-Western reformer to an authoritarian populist ahead of Hungary's election.

Two bored guards at France's equivalent of MI6 wanted a bigger role.

A Times foreign correspondent who lived in Russia for 25 years describes how state propaganda intensified under Putin, demonizing the West and building a cult of personality around him, especially after events like the annexation of Crimea.

A respected academic faces backlash after being appointed chair of a women's charity due to her gender-critical feminist views.

This episode discusses NASA's Artemis II mission, exploring plans for returning to the Moon and future space exploration, referencing the historic Apollo 11 landing.

This episode examines the strategic importance of Iran's Karg Island and President Trump's renewed focus on it as a potential target.

Analysis of the US military campaign against Iran, focusing on leadership decapitation and the role of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

This episode explores the release of millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, the challenges journalists face in analyzing them, and the emergence of a new podcast series called The Epstein Files that has gained popularity.

This episode explores how online prediction markets like Polymarket are being used to bet on geopolitical events, specifically the US-Iran conflict, and their accuracy as predictors.

Questions crowd the room.

A journalist describes witnessing a dawn police raid in Walsall as part of a daily news podcast covering major stories.

A crime reporter recounts encountering children involved in county lines drug trafficking and interviews a former dealer about his experiences.

This episode reports on the arrest of an 18-year-old in Leeds for drug possession, part of a broader news story.

This episode covers the training of police officers in North Yorkshire to use naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses.

Police conduct a dawn raid to arrest a man controlling a county line drug operation in York.

Investigative journalists spot a drug cartel leader and his father at an MMA event in Dubai.

A meningitis survivor recounts her experience of contracting the disease and being hospitalized.

Lebanon is the less watched second front.

This episode covers the ongoing Iran war, its impact on global oil prices, and the diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

A news report on the aftermath of the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and its impact on Cuba, including interviews with locals.

This episode explores the growing trend of looksmaxing among young men, detailing their daily routines and the cultural obsession with engineering physical perfection.

An interview in a Baghdad prison brings one lead into sharper focus.

This episode discusses the UK's shift in policy allowing US use of British bases to strike Iran, analyzing the political and legal implications.