channel4uk--2020-01-11--Wretch 32 on masculinity, relationships and the power of mums

He ’ s one of the most successful rap artists in Britain .
Stormzy says he one of the best @ @ @ @ @ 32 , also known as Jermaine Scott , is famous for his painstakingly constructed , @ @ @ @ @ his new book he explains his craft .
Part literary criticism , part autobiography , @ @ @ @ @ up on a tough estate in Tottenham , through his music – which tackles everything @ @ @ @ @ He hopes the book shows young people from similar backgrounds anything is possible .
Jackie @ @ @ @ @ to talk about lyrics , loss and the power of mums .

He’s one of the most successful rap artists in Britain. Stormzy says he one of the best in the world.
Wretch 32, also known as Jermaine Scott, is famous for his painstakingly constructed, poetic raps and now in his new book he explains his craft.
Part literary criticism, part autobiography, Rapthology charts his life growing up on a tough estate in Tottenham, through his music – which tackles everything from masculinity to relationships.
He hopes the book shows young people from similar backgrounds anything is possible.
Jackie Long went to meet him to talk about lyrics, loss and the power of mums.


channel4uk--2020-01-12--Brit awards criticised for lack of female nominees

For more than 40 years the Brit Awards have been one of the biggest events in the music calendar but @ @ @ @ @ year they ’ ve been accused of sexism after only one British female artist was @ @ @ @ @ both men and women .
And there isn ’ t a single woman nominated for @ @ @ @ @

For more than 40 years the Brit Awards have been one of the biggest events in the music calendar but rarely without controversy. This year they’ve been accused of sexism after only one British female artist was nominated in categories open to both men and women. And there isn’t a single woman nominated for Album of the Year.


channel4uk--2020-01-12--Could Harry and Meghan’s split from the royal family modernise the monarchy?

The Queen is said to want the issue of Prince Harry and Meghan ’ s role resolved ‘ at pace @ @ @ @ @ with Princes Charles , William and Harry she will hold a meeting to discuss how @ @ @ @ @ Sussex can step back and be financially independent while remaining Royal with all its benefits @

The Queen is said to want the issue of Prince Harry and Meghan’s role resolved ‘at pace’. And tomorrow along with Princes Charles, William and Harry she will hold a meeting to discuss how the Duke and Duchess of Sussex can step back and be financially independent while remaining Royal with all its benefits.


channel4uk--2020-01-12--Raab accuses Iran of ‘flagrant violation of international law’ after British ambassador arrested in

Raab accuses Iran of ‘flagrant violation of international law’ after British ambassador arrested in Tehran

‘ Our enemy is right here ’ is the chant from protesters in Iran tonight .
Thousands of people are @ @ @ @ @ , angry about the shooting down of a passenger plane .
Authorities in Iran have @ @ @ @ @ shot down in error killing all 176 people on board .
But demonstrators want senior @ @ @ @ @ for the mistake .
Meanwhile diplomatic tensions between the UK and Tehran have become more @ @ @ @ @ was detained while attending a vigil for those who died .
Rob Macaire is accused @ @ @ @ @ , something he denies .

‘Our enemy is right here’ is the chant from protesters in Iran tonight. Thousands of people are demonstrating for a second night, angry about the shooting down of a passenger plane. Authorities in Iran have admitted the Ukrainian plane was shot down in error killing all 176 people on board. But demonstrators want senior officials to be held accountable for the mistake.
Meanwhile diplomatic tensions between the UK and Tehran have become more strained after the British Ambassador was detained while attending a vigil for those who died. Rob Macaire is accused of helping organise the protests, something he denies.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Trump ‘clearly feels more animosity towards Iranian regime than others’ –  Giselle Donnelly, America

Trump ‘ clearly feels more animosity towards Iranian regime than others ’ – Giselle Donnelly , American Enterprise Institute Joining @ @ @ @ @ Giselle Donnelly , who served as Director of the House Armed Services Committee , and @ @ @ @ @ at the neo-conservative think tank , American Enterprise Institute .

Trump ‘clearly feels more animosity towards Iranian regime than others’ – Giselle Donnelly, American Enterprise Institute
Cathy Newman Presenter
Joining me now from Washington is Giselle Donnelly, who served as Director of the House Armed Services Committee, and is now a resident fellow at the neo-conservative think tank, American Enterprise Institute.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Iran protests likely to ‘fizzle out in a week’ – journalist Mohammad Hashemi

Iran protests likely to ‘ fizzle out in a week ’ – journalist Mohammad Hashemi Joining me now from Tehran @ @ @ @ @ former journalist at The Tehran Times

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channel4uk--2020-01-13--Iran: Police deny using live ammo on Tehran protesters

Police in Iran have denied using live ammunition on protesters as demonstrations against the shooting down of a Ukrainian airliner @ @ @ @ @ Footage on social media , from last night , showed a female demonstrator in the @ @ @ @ @ gunshot wound to her leg .
Meanwhile , the Iranian ambassador in London was summoned @ @ @ @ @ explain why the UK ’ s ambassador in Iran had been arrested .
Our international @ @ @ @ @

Police in Iran have denied using live ammunition on protesters as demonstrations against the shooting down of a Ukrainian airliner entered their third day.
Footage on social media, from last night, showed a female demonstrator in the capital Tehran apparently with a gunshot wound to her leg.
Meanwhile, the Iranian ambassador in London was summoned to the Foreign Office to explain why the UK’s ambassador in Iran had been arrested. Our international editor Lindsey Hilsum reports.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Flybe reportedly in rescue talks with government

It ’ s being reported that Flybe , Europe ’ s largest regional airline , is seeking financial support from @ @ @ @ @ to stave off collapse .
The company wouldn ’ t comment on those rumours today @ @ @ @ @ to provide a “ great service ” for its customers , but thousands of jobs @ @ @ @ @ can ’ t survive .
Fatima Manji explains .

It’s being reported that Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, is seeking financial support from the government in a bid to stave off collapse.
The company wouldn’t comment on those rumours today, saying it was continuing to provide a “great service” for its customers, but thousands of jobs are at stake if Flybe can’t survive. Fatima Manji explains.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Rain brings respite to Australia as millions of animals battle for survival

Warning : This report contains some distressing images of dead animals .
Rain and cooler temperatures are forecast to deliver @ @ @ @ @ of Australia ravaged by wildfires .
The country ’ s government has also pledged the @ @ @ @ @ to protect wildlife and restore its damaged habitats .

Warning: This report contains some distressing images of dead animals.
Rain and cooler temperatures are forecast to deliver some relief in many parts of Australia ravaged by wildfires.
The country’s government has also pledged the equivalent of more than £26m to protect wildlife and restore its damaged habitats.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Five Labour MPs to battle it out for leadership

Shadow Foreign Secretary Emily Thornberry has made it through to the next round of the Labour leadership race along with @ @ @ @ @ Lewis dropped out of the contest .
The candidates must now seek the backing of @ @ @ @ @ groups and trade unions before a final vote takes place among party members .

Shadow Foreign Secretary Emily Thornberry has made it through to the next round of the Labour leadership race along with four other candidates.
Clive Lewis dropped out of the contest.
The candidates must now seek the backing of local constituency parties, affiliated groups and trade unions before a final vote takes place among party members.
Our Political Correspondent Liz Bates reports from Westminster.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Fears of violent eruption as lava spews from Philippines volcano

Lava has begun to flow from a volcano in the Philippines leading to warnings from scientists that a major eruption @ @ @ @ @ few days .
Huge plumes of ash have already risen from the Taal volcano which @ @ @ @ @ the capital Manilla .
It is estimated that more than 450,000 people live in the @ @ @

Lava has begun to flow from a volcano in the Philippines leading to warnings from scientists that a major eruption could happen in the next few days.
Huge plumes of ash have already risen from the Taal volcano which is 45 miles south of the capital Manilla. It is estimated that more than 450,000 people live in the danger zone.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Stormont House Agreement ‘must not lead to hundreds of soldiers being investigated’ – Tory MP James

Stormont House Agreement ‘must not lead to hundreds of soldiers being investigated’ – Tory MP James Gray

Joining me now from Westminster is the Conservative MP James Gray , who has a military background himself and chairs @ @ @ @ @ the Armed Forces .

Joining me now from Westminster is the Conservative MP James Gray, who has a military background himself and chairs the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Armed Forces.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Johnson welcomes return of Northern Ireland government

Today the talk was of a “ bright future ” for Northern Ireland – as Boris Johnson welcomed the new @ @ @ @ @ over the weekend .
The Prime Minister said his government would “ strongly support ” @ @ @ @ @ by Sinn Fein and the DUP – but he wouldn ’ t be drawn on @ @ @ @ @ .
Questions also remain about how he ’ ll keep the Conservative Party ’ s @ @ @ @ @ veterans who served in Northern Ireland , while also giving victims of violence the truth @

Today the talk was of a “bright future” for Northern Ireland – as Boris Johnson welcomed the new power-sharing government formed at Stormont over the weekend.
The Prime Minister said his government would “strongly support” the new coalition, led by Sinn Fein and the DUP – but he wouldn’t be drawn on how much money was involved.
Questions also remain about how he’ll keep the Conservative Party’s manifesto promises about supporting military veterans who served in Northern Ireland, while also giving victims of violence the truth.
Paul McNamara reports from Belfast.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Harry and Meghan announcement ‘was most dangerous moment’ for monarchy since Diana’s death – former

Harry and Meghan announcement ‘was most dangerous moment’ for monarchy since Diana’s death – former BBC correspondent Peter Hunt

Harry and Meghan announcement ‘ was most dangerous moment ’ for monarchy since Diana ’ s death – former BBC @ @ @ @ @ are the lawyer and women ’ s rights activist Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu ; and the @ @ @ @ @ Peter Hunt .


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Discussion: Does Meghan have backing of public?

When Meghan Markle joined the royal family less than two years ago it appeared the monarchy was successfully reinventing itself @ @ @ @ @ who welcomed her as a breath of fresh air back then view her now ?
@ @ @ @ @ royal family less than two years ago it appeared the monarchy was successfully reinventing itself @ @ @ @ @ who welcomed her as a breath of fresh air back then view her now ?
@ @ @ @ @ journalist Sapphire McIntosh to see what those in her home city of Leeds made of @ @ @ @ @ sparkle would be leaving the royal limelight .

When Meghan Markle joined the royal family less than two years ago it appeared the monarchy was successfully reinventing itself. So how do people who welcomed her as a breath of fresh air back then view her now?
When Meghan Markle joined the royal family less than two years ago it appeared the monarchy was successfully reinventing itself. So how do people who welcomed her as a breath of fresh air back then view her now?
We asked the comedian and journalist Sapphire McIntosh to see what those in her home city of Leeds made of the news that the Markle sparkle would be leaving the royal limelight.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Meghan & Harry: Queen agrees ‘period of transition’ after crisis meeting

There was something Shakespearean about it .
The warring factions of a troubled family parlayed in Norfolk .
Cornwall , @ @ @ @ @ huddled under the ire of the Monarch .
Just before their summit , Cambridge and @ @ @ @ @ the press for allegedly “ stuffing the ears of men with false reports ” .
@ @ @ @ @ couple of hours , their grandmother , the Queen gave her judgement .

There was something Shakespearean about it. The warring factions of a troubled family parlayed in Norfolk. Cornwall, Cambridge and Sussex, all huddled under the ire of the Monarch.
Just before their summit, Cambridge and Sussex issued a statement attacking the press for allegedly “stuffing the ears of men with false reports”.
Then, in the last couple of hours, their grandmother, the Queen gave her judgement.
Darshna Soni reports from Sandringham.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--Femicide in South America: the missing daughters of Mexico

Ten girls or women are killed every single day in Mexico .
Almost no one is ever punished .
The @ @ @ @ @ back and refuse to be silenced .
Mexico has suffered for years from extreme levels @ @ @ @ @ against organised crime and drug cartels .
But there ’ s a hidden epidemic – @ @ @ @ @ against women has reached record levels .
Of the ten girls or women killed – @ @ @ @ @ for grotesque acts of femicide .
Grieving parents – now publically challenging a culture which @ @ @ @ @ – have spoken to Channel 4 News of their fight for justice .

Ten girls or women are killed every single day in Mexico. Almost no one is ever punished. The mothers left behind are fighting back and refuse to be silenced.
Mexico has suffered for years from extreme levels of violence as it struggles against organised crime and drug cartels. But there’s a hidden epidemic – in the past year violence against women has reached record levels. Of the ten girls or women killed – few are held to account for grotesque acts of femicide. Grieving parents – now publically challenging a culture which has let their daughters down – have spoken to Channel 4 News of their fight for justice.


channel4uk--2020-01-13--For Sama nominated for Oscar

For Sama nominated for Oscar

‘ For Sama ’ has been nominated for an Academy Award in the ‘ Best Documentary Feature ’ category .
‘ For Sama ’ is produced by Channel 4 News/ITN Productions for Channel 4 and Frontline PBS .
‘ For Sama ’ has been nominated for an Academy Award in the ‘ Best Documentary Feature ’ category .
The critically acclaimed Syrian war film , which last week also became the most nominated documentary in BAFTA history , has racked up 58 awards since its world premiere in March last year .
‘ For Sama ’ directors Waad al-Kateab and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so delighted and honoured to be nominated for an Oscar , alongside these incredible films and filmmakers .
It is a moment that we had never imagined on a journey spanning 9-years from near death to new life .
“ We hope that the nomination will encourage as many people as possible to go and see the film and learn the true story of the Syrian conflict .
And we ask them to remember that what they see in the film is still happening today in Idlib , the last part of Syria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where hospitals , schools and children are being bombed by the regime and its Russian allies every day.
” Channel 4 News Deputy Editor and ‘ For Sama ’ Executive Producer , Nevine Mabro said : “ In December 2016 Waad al-Kateab fled Aleppo with her family and over 500 hours of powerful footage .
Today ’ s ‘ For Sama ’ Oscar nomination for ‘ Best Documentary Feature ’ is testament to the most courageous filmmaker we have ever worked with at Channel 4 News.
” ‘ For Sama ’ Executive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Ben de Pear , “ We are so proud to have developed this film from Waad ’ s unforgettable short films during the siege of Aleppo , all the way through to this incredible feature documentary .
Proof that our unique support of independent filmmakers across the world can have a huge impact.
” Channel 4 Commissioning Editor and ‘ For Sama ’ Executive Producer , Siobhan Sinnerton , said : “ Channel 4 is incredibly proud of Channel 4 News for nurturing Waad over so many years and honoured to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talented first-time film-maker .
She and fellow director Edward Watts have produced an unforgettable film .
This has been a hugely collaborative effort and we thank our wonderful partners at ITN and PBS.
” George Waldrum , ITN Productions and ‘ For Sama ’ Executive Producer said : “ We are incredibly proud to have been part of the ‘ For Sama ’ team and grateful to the Academy for recognising this film , providing a greater opportunity for more people around the world to see Waad ’ s amazing story.
” ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 4 News/ITN Productions for Channel 4 and Frontline PBS .
The 95-minute feature documentary follows the intimate and epic journey of al-Kateab through five years of her life in the rebel-held city as she falls in love , gets married and gives birth to her first daughter , Sama .
She started documenting the horrors of Aleppo for Channel 4 News in January 2016 , while living in a makeshift hospital run by her doctor husband .
The hospital and surrounding residential areas were under attack by Syrian and Russian forces and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ news programme became some of the most watched news pieces on Syria around the world .
Her short news films received almost half a billion views online and won 24 awards – including the 2016 International Emmy for breaking news coverage .
‘ For Sama ’ was the winner of the Golden Eye Documentary Prize at last year ’ s Cannes Film Festival , Grand Jury prize for Best Documentary and the Audience Award at SXSW .
The film was released in cinemas across the UK on September 13th and broadcast on Channel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can watch ‘ For Sama ’ in the UK here .

‘For Sama’ has been nominated for an Academy Award in the ‘Best Documentary Feature’ category. ‘For Sama’ is produced by Channel 4 News/ITN Productions for Channel 4 and Frontline PBS.
‘For Sama’ has been nominated for an Academy Award in the ‘Best Documentary Feature’ category.
The critically acclaimed Syrian war film, which last week also became the most nominated documentary in BAFTA history, has racked up 58 awards since its world premiere in March last year.
‘For Sama’ directors Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts said: “We are so delighted and honoured to be nominated for an Oscar, alongside these incredible films and filmmakers. It is a moment that we had never imagined on a journey spanning 9-years from near death to new life.
“We hope that the nomination will encourage as many people as possible to go and see the film and learn the true story of the Syrian conflict. And we ask them to remember that what they see in the film is still happening today in Idlib, the last part of Syria outside the control of the Assad dictatorship, where hospitals, schools and children are being bombed by the regime and its Russian allies every day.”
Channel 4 News Deputy Editor and ‘For Sama’ Executive Producer, Nevine Mabro said: “In December 2016 Waad al-Kateab fled Aleppo with her family and over 500 hours of powerful footage. Today’s ‘For Sama’ Oscar nomination for ‘Best Documentary Feature’ is testament to the most courageous filmmaker we have ever worked with at Channel 4 News.”
‘For Sama’ Executive Producer and Editor of Channel 4 News, Ben de Pear, “We are so proud to have developed this film from Waad’s unforgettable short films during the siege of Aleppo, all the way through to this incredible feature documentary. Proof that our unique support of independent filmmakers across the world can have a huge impact.”
Channel 4 Commissioning Editor and ‘For Sama’ Executive Producer, Siobhan Sinnerton, said: “Channel 4 is incredibly proud of Channel 4 News for nurturing Waad over so many years and honoured to have commissioned this film from such an incredibly talented first-time film-maker. She and fellow director Edward Watts have produced an unforgettable film. This has been a hugely collaborative effort and we thank our wonderful partners at ITN and PBS.”
George Waldrum, ITN Productions and ‘For Sama’ Executive Producer said: “We are incredibly proud to have been part of the ‘For Sama’ team and grateful to the Academy for recognising this film, providing a greater opportunity for more people around the world to see Waad’s amazing story.”
‘For Sama‘ is produced by Channel 4 News/ITN Productions for Channel 4 and Frontline PBS.
The 95-minute feature documentary follows the intimate and epic journey of al-Kateab through five years of her life in the rebel-held city as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to her first daughter, Sama.
She started documenting the horrors of Aleppo for Channel 4 News in January 2016, while living in a makeshift hospital run by her doctor husband. The hospital and surrounding residential areas were under attack by Syrian and Russian forces and the short films she made for the UK news programme became some of the most watched news pieces on Syria around the world. Her short news films received almost half a billion views online and won 24 awards – including the 2016 International Emmy for breaking news coverage.
‘For Sama’ was the winner of the Golden Eye Documentary Prize at last year’s Cannes Film Festival, Grand Jury prize for Best Documentary and the Audience Award at SXSW.
The film was released in cinemas across the UK on September 13th and broadcast on Channel 4 on 26th October 2019.
You can watch ‘For Sama’ in the UK here.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Bataclan massacre: fathers of attacker and victim come together to write book

Just over four years ago , Paris was the scene of one of the most gruesome terrorist atrocities of recent @ @ @ @ @ coordinated attacks across the city claimed the lives of dozens of people .
Ninety people @ @ @ @ @ shooting at the Bataclan theatre during a rock concert .
Among them were Lola Salines @ @ @ @ @ , and Samy Amimour who was one of the three attackers , and who ’ @ @ @ @ @ in Syria .
Their fathers have come together and written a book .
I went @ @ @ @ @ .

Just over four years ago, Paris was the scene of one of the most gruesome terrorist atrocities of recent years.
A series of coordinated attacks across the city claimed the lives of dozens of people. Ninety people were killed in the mass shooting at the Bataclan theatre during a rock concert.
Among them were Lola Salines who was in the audience, and Samy Amimour who was one of the three attackers, and who’d returned from ISIS-held territory in Syria.
Their fathers have come together and written a book.
I went to meet them in Paris.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--US House to vote to send Trump impeachment articles to Senate

Donald Trump is one step closer to a historic trial in the Senate , where he ’ ll become the @ @ @ @ @ a vote for removal .
After impeaching him before Christmas – the House will vote @ @ @ @ @ impeachment to the Republican-controlled Senate – which is unlikely to remove Trump from office .

Donald Trump is one step closer to a historic trial in the Senate, where he’ll become the third US President to face a vote for removal.
After impeaching him before Christmas – the House will vote tomorrow to send articles of impeachment to the Republican-controlled Senate – which is unlikely to remove Trump from office.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--‘Women and girls have been allowed to suffer without being listened to’ – former prosecutor Nazir Af

Women and girls have been allowed to suffer without being listened to ’ – former prosecutor Nazir Afzal Nazir Afzal @ @ @ @ @ prosecutor for the north west of England – and had responsibility for prosecutions , including @ @ @ @ @ gang .

‘Women and girls have been allowed to suffer without being listened to’ – former prosecutor Nazir Afzal
Cathy Newman Presenter
Nazir Afzal is the former chief crown prosecutor for the north west of England – and had responsibility for prosecutions, including those of the Rochdale grooming gang.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Police and council failed child victims of Manchester grooming gangs, says report

Today ’ s report into grooming gangs in Manchester concludes that police and social services failed to protect dozens of @ @ @ @ @ pursue prosecutions , despite victims giving them names and addresses of abusers .
Tonight , @ @ @ @ @ the current chief constable of West Midlands Police , has confirmed to this programme that @ @ @ @ @ officers identified in the report but he strongly denies being the officer who shut down @ @ @ @ @ the decision to stop the operation was not made by him and that he would @ @ @ @ @ investigation like this ” .

Today’s report into grooming gangs in Manchester concludes that police and social services failed to protect dozens of children and didn’t pursue prosecutions, despite victims giving them names and addresses of abusers.
Tonight, Dave Thomson, who is the current chief constable of West Midlands Police, has confirmed to this programme that he is one of the officers identified in the report but he strongly denies being the officer who shut down the investigation.
He says the decision to stop the operation was not made by him and that he would “not have closed an investigation like this”.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Gamblers to be banned from using credit cards to bet

Two years ago , charities which help problem gamblers urged ministers to outlaw the use of credit cards for placing @ @ @ @ @ government said it would finally bring in that ban , which will start mid-April .
@ @ @ @ @ the change doesn ’ t go far enough and that it ’ s the highly @ @ @ @ @ policing .

Two years ago, charities which help problem gamblers urged ministers to outlaw the use of credit cards for placing bets.
Today, the government said it would finally bring in that ban, which will start mid-April. But former gambling addicts say the change doesn’t go far enough and that it’s the highly addictive games which need better policing.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Australia wildfires could become ‘normal’ elsewhere in world, say UK scientists

Warning : This report contains disturbing images of dead animals .
The devastating wildfires in Australia could become ‘ normal @ @ @ @ @ to rapidly curb the greenhouse gases driving global warming .
That ’ s the warning @ @ @ @ @ scientists in a new report that confirms climate change has increased the risk of the @ @ @ @ @ weeks .
Smoke from those fires is also having a major impact , with Melbourne @ @ @ @ @ quality in the world .

Warning: This report contains disturbing images of dead animals.
The devastating wildfires in Australia could become ‘normal’ unless action is taken to rapidly curb the greenhouse gases driving global warming.
That’s the warning from a group of British scientists in a new report that confirms climate change has increased the risk of the extreme fires seen in recent weeks.
Smoke from those fires is also having a major impact, with Melbourne today experiencing the worst air quality in the world.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--What do Iraqis stuck between Iran and the USA want for their future?

The repercussions of a violent fortnight are still being felt across the Middle East , particularly in Iraq , where @ @ @ @ @ Qassem Soleimani – and where Iran responded by attacking US military bases Many young Iraqis @ @ @ @ @ with their country being a battleground for other nations ’ quarrels – and protesters have @ @ @ @ @ for the last three months .
But can Iraq be truly independent when so many @ @ @ @ @ of being in thrall to outside powers ?

The repercussions of a violent fortnight are still being felt across the Middle East, particularly in Iraq, where the Americans killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani – and where Iran responded by attacking US military bases
Many young Iraqis say they are fed up with their country being a battleground for other nations’ quarrels – and protesters have been camping in central Baghdad for the last three months. But can Iraq be truly independent when so many of its politicians stand accused of being in thrall to outside powers?


channel4uk--2020-01-14--‘It doesn’t need to head to war, that’s a choice that’s up to regime’ – State Dept’s Brian Hook on I

‘It doesn’t need to head to war, that’s a choice that’s up to regime’ – State Dept’s Brian Hook on Iran

What exactly would a “ Trump Deal ” on Iran ’ s nuclear ambitions look like ?
I spoke to @ @ @ @ @ s the US special representative for Iran at the State Department .

What exactly would a “Trump Deal” on Iran’s nuclear ambitions look like? I spoke to Brian Hook, who’s the US special representative for Iran at the State Department.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Johnson says Iran nuclear agreement could be replaced by ‘Trump deal’

Boris Johnson has called on Donald Trump to negotiate a new nuclear deal with Iran .
He said President Trump @ @ @ @ @ because it was negotiated by his predecessor , Barack Obama .

Boris Johnson has called on Donald Trump to negotiate a new nuclear deal with Iran. He said President Trump was against the current deal because it was negotiated by his predecessor, Barack Obama.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--‘It would be absolutely wrong to cut air passenger duty to save this company’ – Green MEP Molly Scot

‘It would be absolutely wrong to cut air passenger duty to save this company’ – Green MEP Molly Scott Cato on Flybe

I spoke to politicians from the south west : Steve Double , the Conservative MP for St Austell and Newquay @ @ @ @ @ , Green MEP for the South West of England and Gibraltar .

I spoke to politicians from the south west: Steve Double, the Conservative MP for St Austell and Newquay, and Molly Scott Cato, Green MEP for the South West of England and Gibraltar.


channel4uk--2020-01-14--Flybe: government agrees rescue deal for troubled airline

The government has said that it has reached a deal with Flybe ’ s shareholders to keep the financially struggling @ @ @ @ @ be welcome news for the company ’ s 2,000 workers .
But details remain sketchy @ @ @ @ @ that ministers are looking at possible cuts to Air Passenger Duty on domestic flights in @ @ @ @ @ .
That would be controversial – environmental groups say it would be absurd to cut @ @ @ @ @ meant to discourage flying and the carbon emissions that go with it .

The government has said that it has reached a deal with Flybe’s shareholders to keep the financially struggling airline flying.
That will be welcome news for the company’s 2,000 workers.
But details remain sketchy. It’s understood that ministers are looking at possible cuts to Air Passenger Duty on domestic flights in an effort to help Flybe.
That would be controversial – environmental groups say it would be absurd to cut the duty – which is meant to discourage flying and the carbon emissions that go with it.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Series 4, Episode 2: Yola

Series 4, Episode 2: Yola

Musician Yola is nominated for four Grammys for her album ‘ Walk Through Fire ’ .
She talks to Krishnan @ @ @ @ @ , how her poor upbringing shaped her , and the journey from homelessness to international @ @ @ @ @ to and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts here .
Or on Spotify , @ @ @ @ @ good podcast apps .
The direct download link is here .
So join us as @ @ @ @ @ changing the way we think , act and live – and how much impact we @ @ @ @ @ .
A filmed version of each interview is available on our Channel 4 News YouTube @ @ @ @ @ keep updated on when a new episode is published .

Musician Yola is nominated for four Grammys for her album ‘Walk Through Fire’. She talks to Krishnan about finding her musical style, how her poor upbringing shaped her, and the journey from homelessness to international success.
Listen and subscribe
You can listen to and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts here.
Or on Spotify, Acast, CastBox and other good podcast apps.
The direct download link is here.
So join us as we explore the big ideas changing the way we think, act and live – and how much impact we can really have as individuals.
A filmed version of each interview is available on our Channel 4 News YouTube channel – hit subscribe to keep updated on when a new episode is published.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Maternity cases being investigated at Telford and Shrewsbury NHS Trust rises to 900

The Department of Health has announced that the number of cases being investigated at Shrewsbury and Telford hospital NHS Trust @ @ @ @ @ making it the UK ’ s worst ever maternity scandal .

The Department of Health has announced that the number of cases being investigated at Shrewsbury and Telford hospital NHS Trust has risen to 900 – making it the UK’s worst ever maternity scandal.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--BA parent company complains to EU about Flybe rescue deal

“ A blatant misuse of taxpayers money ” – the blunt verdict of airline boss Willie Walsh as he launched @ @ @ @ @ ’ s rescue of Flybe .
The boss of British Airways ’ parent company IAG @ @ @ @ @ the EU saying the Flybe package breaches state aid rules .
It includes access to @ @ @ @ @ deferral of more than 100 million pounds in outstanding tax payments .

“A blatant misuse of taxpayers money” – the blunt verdict of airline boss Willie Walsh as he launched a challenge to the government’s rescue of Flybe.
The boss of British Airways’ parent company IAG has filed a complaint with the EU saying the Flybe package breaches state aid rules.
It includes access to a government loan and the deferral of more than 100 million pounds in outstanding tax payments.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--‘Projects of this scale are having a global impact’ – Chris Packham on HS2

Projects of this scale are having a global impact ’ – Chris Packham on HS2 Joining me now are environmental @ @ @ @ @ and Director of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership , Henry Murison .

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channel4uk--2020-01-15--Trump to become third US President to face impeachment trial

In the past few hours , the US House of Representatives has begun the process of transmitting articles of Impeachment @ @ @ @ @ Senate , meaning a trial over his removal could begin within days , Our Washington @ @ @ @ @ DC .

In the past few hours, the US House of Representatives has begun the process of transmitting articles of Impeachment against President Trump to the Senate, meaning a trial over his removal could begin within days,
Our Washington correspondent Siobhan Kennedy is in DC.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--What impact will HS2 have on wildlife?

What impact will HS2 have on wildlife?

Ancient woodlands and animals like the barn owl and water vole are the subject of a new report , which @ @ @ @ @ that HS2 would bring , is not a price worth paying .
Campaigners behind the @ @ @ @ @ to shift from the huge and increasing financial cost – to the impact on the @ @ @ @ @ of the high-speed rail link say it ’ s an unmissable chance to improve transport @ @ @ @ @ get people out of their cars .

Ancient woodlands and animals like the barn owl and water vole are the subject of a new report, which claims the scale of destruction that HS2 would bring, is not a price worth paying.
Campaigners behind the report say the debate needs to shift from the huge and increasing financial cost – to the impact on the natural world.
But supporters of the high-speed rail link say it’s an unmissable chance to improve transport outside London – and will get people out of their cars.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Meghan Markle’s father could testify against her in privacy case

It ’ s already been a turbulent week for the Duchess of Sussex .
But today , a new court @ @ @ @ @ father could testify against her , in her legal battle with the The Mail On @ @ @ @ @ suing the paper , accusing it of unlawfully publishing a letter between her and Mr @ @ @ @ @ the accusation , saying there was a “ legitimate ” public interest in the hand-written @ @

It’s already been a turbulent week for the Duchess of Sussex.
But today, a new court document reveals that her own father could testify against her, in her legal battle with the The Mail On Sunday.
The Duchess is suing the paper, accusing it of unlawfully publishing a letter between her and Mr Markle.
The paper rejects the accusation, saying there was a “legitimate” public interest in the hand-written note.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--‘It’s clear Putin will not simply resign and relax into retirement’ – Anton Troianovski, NY Times

Joining me now from Moscow is Anton Troianovski , the Moscow correspondent for the New York Times .

Joining me now from Moscow is Anton Troianovski, the Moscow correspondent for the New York Times.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Russian cabinet resigns after Putin calls for power shake-up

The entire Russian cabinet has resigned , including Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev .
But is it a giant collective huff @ @ @ @ @ hours after President Vladimir Putin proposed constitutional changes that could actually prolong his stay in @ @

The entire Russian cabinet has resigned, including Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. But is it a giant collective huff?
The unexpected move comes hours after President Vladimir Putin proposed constitutional changes that could actually prolong his stay in power.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Iran rejects Johnson proposal for new nuclear deal

The Iranian President has rejected a suggestion by Boris Johnson that President Trump should replace the 2015 nuclear accord with @ @ @ @ @ ” .
President Rouhani called the proposal strange , saying the “ right path ” @ @ @ @ @ existing nuclear agreement .

The Iranian President has rejected a suggestion by Boris Johnson that President Trump should replace the 2015 nuclear accord with a new “Trump deal”.
President Rouhani called the proposal strange, saying the “right path” was to return to the existing nuclear agreement.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--‘Of course there is no Trump deal’ – Iranian Ambassador to UK

With me in the studio is the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom , Hamid Baeidinejad .

With me in the studio is the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Hamid Baeidinejad.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Last decade warmest on record

Last decade warmest on record

The last 10 years have been confirmed as the hottest decade on record .
With wildfires still raging in Australia @ @ @ @ @ weather conditions around the world , this now seems to be the new normal .
@ @ @ @ @ business chiefs take the action necessary to tackle it ?
As the global elite prepare @ @ @ @ @ Switzerland , the World Economic Forum today said all of the five biggest threats to @ @ @ @ @ linked to the environment .

The last 10 years have been confirmed as the hottest decade on record. With wildfires still raging in Australia and a spate of extreme weather conditions around the world, this now seems to be the new normal.
But will world leaders and business chiefs take the action necessary to tackle it?
As the global elite prepare for the Davos summit in Switzerland, the World Economic Forum today said all of the five biggest threats to economic and political stability were linked to the environment.


channel4uk--2020-01-15--Series 4, Episode 3: Dr Rangan Chatterjee

He is best known for his TV show ‘ Doctor in the House ’ and for being the resident doctor @ @ @ @ @ Breakfast Show .
He has just released his third book , ‘ Feel Better in @ @ @ @ @ to Feel Great for Life ’ .
He also has his own podcast , ‘ @ @ @ @ @ ’ He talks to Krishnan about how to build healthy habits that stick , adapting @ @ @ @ @ and restoring relationships .
You can listen to and subscribe to the podcast on Apple @ @ @ @ @ Spotify , Acast , CastBox and other good podcast apps .
The direct download link @ @ @ @ @ us as we explore the big ideas changing the way we think , act and @ @ @ @ @ impact we can really have as individuals .
A filmed version of each interview is @ @ @ @ @ News YouTube channel – hit subscribe to keep updated on when a new episode is @ @

Dr Rangan Chatterjee is a British doctor, author, television presenter and podcaster.
He is best known for his TV show ‘Doctor in the House’ and for being the resident doctor on BBC One’s Breakfast Show.
He has just released his third book, ‘Feel Better in 5: Your Daily Plan to Feel Great for Life’. He also has his own podcast, ‘Feel Better. Live More.’
He talks to Krishnan about how to build healthy habits that stick, adapting medicine for the 21st century and restoring relationships.
Listen and subscribe
You can listen to and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts here.
Or on Spotify, Acast, CastBox and other good podcast apps.
The direct download link is here.
So join us as we explore the big ideas changing the way we think, act and live – and how much impact we can really have as individuals.
A filmed version of each interview is available on our Channel 4 News YouTube channel – hit subscribe to keep updated on when a new episode is published.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--Scottish FA expected to ban children from headers in football practice

A ban on children heading the ball in Scotland could be in place in a matter of weeks , due @ @ @ @ @ with dementia .
Following a study by the University of Glasgow , the Scottish Football @ @ @ @ @ ban on under-12s heading the ball in training .
Scotland would become the first European @ @ @ @ @ restriction .

A ban on children heading the ball in Scotland could be in place in a matter of weeks, due to fears over the links with dementia.
Following a study by the University of Glasgow, the Scottish Football Association is considering implementing a ban on under-12s heading the ball in training.
Scotland would become the first European country to impose such a restriction.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--Knife crime at decade high, figures reveal

The number of people cautioned or convicted for a knife crime in England and Wales reached a record high according @ @ @ @ @ the Ministry of Justice .
And more of those found guilty of knife and weapon @ @ @ @ @ jail sentences .
The government says the statistics should serve as a warning to offenders @ @ @ @ @ are yet to be convinced that the government is doing all it could to tackle @ @ @ @ @

The number of people cautioned or convicted for a knife crime in England and Wales reached a record high according to the latest figures from the Ministry of Justice.
And more of those found guilty of knife and weapon offences are being given immediate jail sentences.
The government says the statistics should serve as a warning to offenders.
But knife crime campaigners are yet to be convinced that the government is doing all it could to tackle violence on our streets.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--‘Sexual harassment in schools has been dismissed as being part of growing up’: Conservative MP Maria

‘Sexual harassment in schools has been dismissed as being part of growing up’: Conservative MP Maria Miller

I spoke to Conservative MP Maria Miller – Chair of Parliament ’ s Women and Equalities Committee .
I began @ @ @ @ @ a report on this issue three years ago , her accusation that the Department for @ @ @ @ @ t have a “ coherent plan ” to tackle cases of sexual abuse in schools @ @ @ @ @

I spoke to Conservative MP Maria Miller – Chair of Parliament’s Women and Equalities Committee.
I began by asking her whether after a report on this issue three years ago, her accusation that the Department for Education and Ofsted don’t have a “coherent plan” to tackle cases of sexual abuse in schools, still rang true.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--The scale of school sexual harassment and violence revealed

Warning : this report contains distressing accounts of abuse .
Schools should be caring and safe environments for young people @ @ @ @ @ , a government select committee report criticised shocking levels of sexual harassment and violence from @ @ @ @ @ incidents were being handled .
Channel 4 News has obtained new figures that show the @ @ @ @ @ and Wales has not improved , with more reports of pupils abusing other pupils .
@ @ @ @ @ one school that ’ s getting it right but we ’ ve also spoken to @ @ @ @ @ feel they ’ ve been let down .
In the first of a two-part series @ @ @ @ @ lack of support in some secondary schools for some victims .

Warning: this report contains distressing accounts of abuse.
Schools should be caring and safe environments for young people.
But three years ago, a government select committee report criticised shocking levels of sexual harassment and violence from students and the way those incidents were being handled.
Channel 4 News has obtained new figures that show the situation in schools in England and Wales has not improved, with more reports of pupils abusing other pupils.
We’ve been to one school that’s getting it right but we’ve also spoken to victims and their parents who feel they’ve been let down. In the first of a two-part series, we look at the lack of support in some secondary schools for some victims.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--Trump Impeachment: ‘Everything Lev Parnas said is backed up by contemporaneous evidence’ claims Davi

Trump Impeachment: ‘Everything Lev Parnas said is backed up by contemporaneous evidence’ claims David Frum

Earlier I spoke to David Frum , former speechwriter for President George W. Bush and author of ‘ Trumpocracy : @ @ @ @ @ Republic ’ .
Earlier I spoke to David Frum , former speechwriter for President George @ @ @ @ @ ‘ Trumpocracy : The Corruption of the American Republic ’ .
I began by asking @ @ @ @ @ Lev Parnas ’ comments .

Earlier I spoke to David Frum, former speechwriter for President George W. Bush and author of ‘Trumpocracy: The Corruption of the American Republic’.
Earlier I spoke to David Frum, former speechwriter for President George W. Bush and author of ‘Trumpocracy: The Corruption of the American Republic’.
I began by asking him about the significance of Lev Parnas’ comments.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--‘Trump knew exactly what was going on’ in Ukraine, Giuliani aide says

With the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court sworn in and the articles of impeachment exhibited in the Senate , @ @ @ @ @ Donald Trump has begun .
He is only the third President in history to be @ @ @ @ @ the Ukrainian leader to find damaging information about his political rival Joe Biden .
But @ @ @ @ @ , an associate of President Trump ’ s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani dropped a bombshell @ @ @ @

With the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court sworn in and the articles of impeachment exhibited in the Senate, the formal process of impeaching Donald Trump has begun.
He is only the third President in history to be impeached – accused of pressuring the Ukrainian leader to find damaging information about his political rival Joe Biden.
But as the trial gets underway, an associate of President Trump’s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani dropped a bombshell on primetime TV.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--NFU: ‘If you want to enhance farming you can’t undermine that with trade policy allowing substandard

NFU: ‘If you want to enhance farming you can’t undermine that with trade policy allowing substandard goods’

With me now is Nick Von Westenholz from the National Farmers ’ Union , who is the director for International @ @ @ @ @ .
With me now is Nick Von Westenholz from the National Farmers ’ Union .
@ @ @ @ @ for International Trade and exiting the EU .

With me now is Nick Von Westenholz from the National Farmers’ Union, who is the director for International Trade and exiting the EU.
With me now is Nick Von Westenholz from the National Farmers’ Union.
He’s the director for International Trade and exiting the EU.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--Rewilding Brexit Britain: the radical shake-up of Britain’s farming

Farmers will get financial incentives for taking measures that protect the soil , the water and tackle climate change under @ @ @ @ @ the government ’ s new Agriculture Bill .
The bill is being hailed by green @ @ @ @ @ to change how we manage our countryside , for nature as well as for food @

Farmers will get financial incentives for taking measures that protect the soil, the water and tackle climate change under plans being brought in by the government’s new Agriculture Bill.
The bill is being hailed by green groups as a genuine opportunity to change how we manage our countryside, for nature as well as for food.


channel4uk--2020-01-16--International community call for compensation for victims in Iran plane crash

There ’ s growing pressure on Iran to conduct a transparent investigation into the downing of a passenger plane in @ @ @ @ @ The Foreign Secretary joined foreign ministers from Canada , Sweden , Ukraine and Afghanistan – @ @ @ @ @ the crash – in marking a moment of silence for the victims in London today @ @ @ @ @ , the Canadian Foreign Minister called on Iran to take full responsibility for the incident @ @ @ @ @

There’s growing pressure on Iran to conduct a transparent investigation into the downing of a passenger plane in which 176 people died.
The Foreign Secretary joined foreign ministers from Canada, Sweden, Ukraine and Afghanistan – who all lost citizens in the crash – in marking a moment of silence for the victims in London today.
Speaking after the event, the Canadian Foreign Minister called on Iran to take full responsibility for the incident and compensate the victims.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Campaigners seek to turn disused Victorian tunnel in Yorkshire into cycleway

“ Breathtakingly bonkers ” .
That ’ s how a decision to fill in one of the UK ’ s @ @ @ @ @ described – by campaigners trying to save it .
Rival plans for Queensbury tunnel in @ @ @ @ @ into the longest underground cycle way in Europe – something the Transport Secretary wants – @ @ @

“Breathtakingly bonkers”. That’s how a decision to fill in one of the UK’s longest railway tunnels is being described – by campaigners trying to save it. Rival plans for Queensbury tunnel in Yorkshire could see it turned into the longest underground cycle way in Europe – something the Transport Secretary wants – if possible.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--‘If we don’t have mining, this studio wouldn’t exist’ – Australia wildfires appeal donor Andrew Forr

‘If we don’t have mining, this studio wouldn’t exist’ – Australia wildfires appeal donor Andrew Forrest

Among the celebrities and business leaders who ’ ve now donated huge amounts of money to the bushfires appeal – @ @ @ @ @ Andrew Forrest .
He ’ s pledged 70 million Australian dollars from his Minderoo Foundation @ @ @ @ @ When I spoke to him earlier , I began by asking how he has felt @ @ @ @ @

Among the celebrities and business leaders who’ve now donated huge amounts of money to the bushfires appeal – the Australian billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest.
He’s pledged 70 million Australian dollars from his Minderoo Foundation – a philanthropic organisation. When I spoke to him earlier, I began by asking how he has felt watching his country burn.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Three-year-old missing during Australia floods found safe

A three year old girl who went missing during floods in Australia has been found safe .
She had wandered @ @ @ @ @ in western Australia when surrounding creeks became flooded .
But the intense thunderstorms – which @ @ @ @ @ ’ s worth of rain in just 24 hours – have finally brought some relief @ @ @ @ @ state of New South Wales .

A three year old girl who went missing during floods in Australia has been found safe. She had wandered off from the family farm in western Australia when surrounding creeks became flooded.
But the intense thunderstorms – which brought more than a month’s worth of rain in just 24 hours – have finally brought some relief to parts of the fire-ravaged state of New South Wales.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--‘Most schools feel way out of their depth’ – Anne Longfield

Joining me are Anne Longfield , the Children ’ s Commissioner for England , and Susie McDonald , from the @ @ @ @ @ into schools and work with young people to prevent sexual violence .

Joining me are Anne Longfield, the Children’s Commissioner for England, and Susie McDonald, from the Charity Tender. They go into schools and work with young people to prevent sexual violence.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--The primary school children sexually abused by their own peers

It is perhaps too shocking to even think about , but it happens : when young children at primary school @ @ @ @ @ by adults , or even older children , but by their peers .
Last night @ @ @ @ @ the number of reports of sexual abuse in schools across England and Wales and how @ @ @ @ @ to deal with them .
In the second of our two part series , we @ @ @ @ @ happening in primary schools .
More than half of the teachers we ’ ve spoken @ @ @ @ @ had no specific training in what to do .
We should warn you : this @ @ @ @ @ of abuse .

It is perhaps too shocking to even think about, but it happens: when young children at primary school are sexually abused, not by adults, or even older children, but by their peers.
Last night we revealed the increase in the number of reports of sexual abuse in schools across England and Wales and how secondary school teachers are struggling to deal with them. In the second of our two part series, we look at what’s happening in primary schools.
More than half of the teachers we’ve spoken to say they’ve had no specific training in what to do. We should warn you: this report contains some distressing accounts of abuse.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Inquest finds failings in care of woman who bled to death after Caesarean

The inquest into the death of a woman who bled to death after her daughter was born by Caesarean has @ @ @ @ @ in her care .
The inquest heard that Gabriela Pintilie lost six litres of blood @ @ @ @ @ after the birth at Basildon hospital .
Her husband said today that hearing the catalogue @ @ @ @ @ had been “ incredibly difficult ” for the family to comprehend .

The inquest into the death of a woman who bled to death after her daughter was born by Caesarean has concluded there were significant failings in her care. The inquest heard that Gabriela Pintilie lost six litres of blood and suffered a massive haemorrhage after the birth at Basildon hospital.
Her husband said today that hearing the catalogue of errors before her death had been “incredibly difficult” for the family to comprehend.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Stolen painting found in Italian art gallery’s walls confirmed as Klimt

It was stolen more than twenty years ago – its disappearance shrouded in mystery .
But now a masterpiece by @ @ @ @ @ turned up , hidden inside an Italian art gallery ’ s walls .
It was @ @ @ @ @ were clearing ivy – and experts have now confirmed its authenticity .

It was stolen more than twenty years ago – its disappearance shrouded in mystery. But now a masterpiece by the artist Gustav Klimt has turned up, hidden inside an Italian art gallery’s walls.
It was discovered by gardeners while they were clearing ivy – and experts have now confirmed its authenticity.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Khamenei defends military after passenger plane accidentally shot down

It ’ s the first time he ’ s spoken at Friday prayers in Tehran since 2012 – as Iran @ @ @ @ @ the chance to attack America and defend the country ’ s elite armed forces after @ @ @ @ @ Ukrainian passenger plane .
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei described the disaster as a ‘ bitter accident @ @ @ @ @ of his address was clear , to divert attention away from anti-government protests and unite @ @ @ @ @ ’ s common enemies .

It’s the first time he’s spoken at Friday prayers in Tehran since 2012 – as Iran’s supreme leader seized the chance to attack America and defend the country’s elite armed forces after the shooting down of a Ukrainian passenger plane.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei described the disaster as a ‘bitter accident’ – but the aim of his address was clear, to divert attention away from anti-government protests and unite behind the fight against Iran’s common enemies.


channel4uk--2020-01-17--Long-Bailey and Thornberry launch Labour leadership bids

Two more would-be Labour leaders have launched their campaigns , Emily Thornberry telling supporters in Guildford that the party faced @ @ @ @ @ to power ” , while Rebecca Long-Bailey set out her pitch in Manchester , and @ @ @ @ @ is already creating divisions between the candidates .
We speak to both of them .

Two more would-be Labour leaders have launched their campaigns, Emily Thornberry telling supporters in Guildford that the party faced a “long road back to power”, while Rebecca Long-Bailey set out her pitch in Manchester, and the issue of abortion rights is already creating divisions between the candidates. We speak to both of them.


channel4uk--2020-01-18--Prince Harry and Meghan will drop HRH titles

Its been announced that Prince Harry and Meghan will no longer use the titles HRH and will repay money spent @ @ @ @ @ The move follows their announcement that they are to step away from frontline royal duties @

Its been announced that Prince Harry and Meghan will no longer use the titles HRH and will repay money spent on renovating their home.
The move follows their announcement that they are to step away from frontline royal duties.


channel4uk--2020-01-18--Black women five times more likely to die in childbirth in UK than white women

Black women are five times more likely to die in childbirth in the UK than white women .
For many @ @ @ @ @ from an Oxford University-led study confirm what they already suspected – that being black and @ @ @ @ @ .
Now many are coming together on social media to speak out about their experiences @

Black women are five times more likely to die in childbirth in the UK than white women.
For many black women these stark statistics from an Oxford University-led study confirm what they already suspected – that being black and pregnant carries a particular risk.
Now many are coming together on social media to speak out about their experiences.


channel4uk--2020-01-18--‘We’re in active discussions with the government and I’ve got very high hopes about how this will wo

‘We’re in active discussions with the government and I’ve got very high hopes about how this will work’- CEO of the Food and Drink Federation, Ian Wright

It is no longer a party that is particularly strong amongst the working class ’ – Polling Expert Sir John @ @ @ @ @

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‘Tourists getting in the way of wildfire recovery on Maui,’ says former state representative


channel4uk--2020-01-18--Chancellor gives post-Brexit warning to businesses

Food and drink manufactuers have warned that prices will rise after the chancellor promised that Brexit will spell the end @ @ @ @ @ .
Sajid Javid ’ s comments came in an interview with the Financial Times where @ @ @ @ @ which EU rules he wanted move away from .
He said businesses had had three @ @ @ @ @ and added that there would be benefits for some while others could suffer .

Food and drink manufactuers have warned that prices will rise after the chancellor promised that Brexit will spell the end of alignment with EU rules.
Sajid Javid’s comments came in an interview with the Financial Times where he declined to spell out which EU rules he wanted move away from.
He said businesses had had three years to prepare for Brexit and added that there would be benefits for some while others could suffer.


channel4uk--2020-01-18--‘It is no longer a party that is particularly strong amongst the working class ’ – Polling Expert Si

‘It is no longer a party that is particularly strong amongst the working class ’ – Polling Expert Sir John Curtice on the Labour Party

Krishnan spoke to Professor of Politics and polling expert Sir John Curtice .
Krishnan spoke to Professor of Politics and @ @ @ @ @ .
We started off talking about the voters Labour had lost at the last election @ @ @ @ @ working class constituencies .
Krishnan asked him whether it was , basically , all about @ @

Krishnan spoke to Professor of Politics and polling expert Sir John Curtice.
Krishnan spoke to Professor of Politics and polling expert Sir John Curtice.
We started off talking about the voters Labour had lost at the last election – particularly those northern, working class constituencies. Krishnan asked him whether it was, basically, all about Brexit?


channel4uk--2020-01-18--First pitch to replace Corbyn: Labour hold first hustings

When Jeremy Corbyn took over the Labour Party , he promised a “ kinder , gentler politics ” .
His @ @ @ @ @ some of his supporters didn ’ t quite live up to that promise .
But @ @ @ @ @ take over from him seemed to take heed – all calling for unity at their @ @ @ @ @ of Labour members .
The way the party has dealt with anti-semitism within its ranks @ @ @ @ @ points of division .

When Jeremy Corbyn took over the Labour Party, he promised a “kinder, gentler politics”. His critics argue that he and some of his supporters didn’t quite live up to that promise.
But the five contenders vying to take over from him seemed to take heed – all calling for unity at their first head-to-head debate in front of Labour members.
The way the party has dealt with anti-semitism within its ranks proved one of the main points of division.


channel4uk--2020-01-18--Who will lead the Labour Party?| Politics: Where Next? podcast

As the Labour leadership contest gets motoring we look at who is likely to win it and what are the @ @ @ @ @ s leadership .
Gary talks to Sienna Rodgers , editor of the Labour List and @ @ @ @ @ and author .
The full discussion is available wherever you get your podcasts , or @ @ @ @ @ YouTube .

As the Labour leadership contest gets motoring we look at who is likely to win it and what are the lessons of Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership.
Gary talks to Sienna Rodgers, editor of the Labour List and Paul Mason, left-wing commentator and author.
The full discussion is available wherever you get your podcasts, or watch it in full on YouTube.


channel4uk--2020-01-19--‘In a hundred years time royal historians will be looking at this moment as a seismic moment for the

‘In a hundred years time royal historians will be looking at this moment as a seismic moment for the royal family’ – Historian and Author Kate Williams

The UK is not willing to put its neck out ’ : Director of Lawyers for Justice in Libya , @ @


channel4uk--2020-01-19--The Prime Minister wishes Harry and Meghan well in their new roles

The Prime Minister has wished Prince Harry and Meghan well in their new roles which will have no royal tours @ @ @ @ @ no tax payer ’ s money .
Harry is also having to give up his @ @ @ @ @ debate over who will pay for the couple ’ s security goes on , particularly @ @ @ @ @ most of their time in Canada .
Meanwhile Meghan ’ s estranged father Thomas Markle @ @ @ @ @ he says his daughter and son-in-law are “ cheapening the monarchy ” .

The Prime Minister has wished Prince Harry and Meghan well in their new roles which will have no royal tours and no titles but also no tax payer’s money.
Harry is also having to give up his cherished military appointments and the debate over who will pay for the couple’s security goes on, particularly as they will be spending most of their time in Canada.
Meanwhile Meghan’s estranged father Thomas Markle has given an interview where he says his daughter and son-in-law are “cheapening the monarchy”.


channel4uk--2020-01-19--Musician Billy Ocean: ‘I came to the point where I was very successful and things started going a bi

Musician Billy Ocean: ‘I came to the point where I was very successful and things started going a bit pear-shaped’

Born in the Caribean , raised in Romford , Billy Ocean rose to fame in the 70 ’ s and @ @ @ @ @ like ‘ When the Going Gets Tough , the Tough Get Going ’ .
He @ @ @ @ @ has been back in the studio with a new album ‘ One World ’ , @ @ @ @ @ .
And he ’ s just been awarded an MBE and won a lifetime Achievement @ @ @ @ @ .
Jon Snow went to meet him at Metropolis studios where he recorded his first @ @ @

Born in the Caribean, raised in Romford, Billy Ocean rose to fame in the 70’s and 80’s with hits like ‘When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going’.
He turns seventy next week but has been back in the studio with a new album ‘One World’, his first in ten years. And he’s just been awarded an MBE and won a lifetime Achievement award at the Ivor Novellos.
Jon Snow went to meet him at Metropolis studios where he recorded his first big hit.


channel4uk--2020-01-19--‘The UK is not willing to put its neck out’:  Director of Lawyers for Justice in Libya, Elham Saudi

Joining Krishnan in the studio is Elham Saudi , a human rights lawyer and Director of Lawyers for Justice in @ @

Joining Krishnan in the studio is Elham Saudi, a human rights lawyer and Director of Lawyers for Justice in Libya.


channel4uk--2020-01-19--Boris Johnson taking part in talks aimed at ending Libyan civil war

Boris Johnson has been taking part in talks in Berlin aimed ending the civil war which has raged in Libya @ @ @ @ @ Prime Minister is there along along with his powerful warlord rival .
Both waring sides @ @ @ @ @ foreign states and host Angela Merkel hopes to to broker a lasting peace .

Boris Johnson has been taking part in talks in Berlin aimed ending the civil war which has raged in Libya since 2014.
The Libyan Prime Minister is there along along with his powerful warlord rival.
Both waring sides are backed by different foreign foreign states and host Angela Merkel hopes to to broker a lasting peace.


channel4uk--2020-01-19--Police get new powers to stop suspected stalkers from contacting victims while investigations being

Police get new powers to stop suspected stalkers from contacting victims while investigations being carried out

From tomorrow police in England and Wales will get new powers to stop suspected stalkers from contacting victims while investigations @ @ @ @ @ Suspects who breach the new court orders could face up to five years in jail @ @ @ @ @ changes .
And a warning there are some details in this report that you may @ @ @

From tomorrow police in England and Wales will get new powers to stop suspected stalkers from contacting victims while investigations are being carried out.
Suspects who breach the new court orders could face up to five years in jail. Campaigners have welcomed the changes.
And a warning there are some details in this report that you may find distressing.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--‘I’d like to see ‘Commitment Actually’, ‘Climate Actually’, ‘Aid Actually’ – director Richard Curtis

If the solution to climate change is the question , is Davos the answer ?
World leaders , business chiefs @ @ @ @ @ the Swiss resort ahead of the annual business and politics networking jamboree which starts tomorrow @

If the solution to climate change is the question, is Davos the answer?
World leaders, business chiefs and activists are converging on the Swiss resort ahead of the annual business and politics networking jamboree which starts tomorrow.
Top billing: President Trump and teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Australia hit by dust and hail storms after wildfires

As if Australia hasn ’ t had enough extreme weather – now huge dust storms are sweeping across drought-ravaged parts @ @ @ @ @ .
Clouds of thick red dust have been whipped up by strong winds .
Australia @ @ @ @ @ hundreds of bush fires since September – in which 29 people have lost their lives @

As if Australia hasn’t had enough extreme weather – now huge dust storms are sweeping across drought-ravaged parts of rural New South Wales.
Clouds of thick red dust have been whipped up by strong winds. Australia has also been devastated by hundreds of bush fires since September – in which 29 people have lost their lives.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--All new homes in Wales to be powered by clean energy from 2025

The role that housing can play in cutting carbon emissions is a crucial one .
It ’ s estimated our @ @ @ @ @ of the UK ’ s greenhouse gas emissions .
England and Scotland have already announced @ @ @ @ @ – and today the Welsh Government unveiled a consultation on building regulations .
From 2025 @ @ @ @ @ in Wales to be heated and powered only from clean energy sources .

The role that housing can play in cutting carbon emissions is a crucial one. It’s estimated our homes contribute around 20% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions.
England and Scotland have already announced new regulations to cut this – and today the Welsh Government unveiled a consultation on building regulations.
From 2025 it wants all new homes in Wales to be heated and powered only from clean energy sources.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Arrests made after three men stabbed to death in Ilford

Two people have been arrested after three men were found stabbed to death in Ilford , East London last night @ @ @ @ @ “ horrific ” aftermath of the violent attack in a residential street .
Police say @ @ @ @ @ Sikh men escalated into a fatal clash .

Two people have been arrested after three men were found stabbed to death in Ilford, East London last night.
Witnesses have described the “horrific” aftermath of the violent attack in a residential street. Police say a fight between groups of Sikh men escalated into a fatal clash.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--‘You can’t just transfer powers from Brussels to London’ – Gordon Brown

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown said today the power of Brussels must be transferred to the regions , to stop @ @ @ @ @ Brexit .
Mr Brown told an audience in Westminster that Boris Johnson ’ s slogan @ @ @ @ @ ” was having the impact of “ leaving Britain undone.
” And earlier the Stormont @ @ @ @ @ reject the Government ’ s EU withdrawal plan .

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown said today the power of Brussels must be transferred to the regions, to stop the country breaking up after Brexit.
Mr Brown told an audience in Westminster that Boris Johnson’s slogan of “getting Brexit done” was having the impact of “leaving Britain undone.”
And earlier the Stormont parliament in Belfast did indeed reject the Government’s EU withdrawal plan.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Increase in prisoners developing drug habits

“ It ’ s easier to get drugs in prison than a clean pair of socks ” according to one @ @ @ @ @ of prisoners becoming addicted to drugs while in jail has doubled in five years – @ @ @ @ @ are drugs getting in , and how can inmates ever hope to be rehabilitated ?
@ @ @ @ @ charity Reform , nearly 15 % of prisoners say they started using illegal substances while @ @

“It’s easier to get drugs in prison than a clean pair of socks” according to one former inmate.
The number of prisoners becoming addicted to drugs while in jail has doubled in five years – begging the questions: why are drugs getting in, and how can inmates ever hope to be rehabilitated?
According to research by the charity Reform, nearly 15% of prisoners say they started using illegal substances while inside.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--WHO to hold urgent meeting to determine if Coronavirus is international public health emergency

Today the World Health Organisation has announced it is to hold an emergency committee meeting , as cases of a @ @ @ @ @ China continue to rise .
It comes as Chinese officials this afternoon confirmed the new @ @ @ @ @ , raising fears about containing it .
More than 200 cases have been confirmed and @ @ @ @ @

Today the World Health Organisation has announced it is to hold an emergency committee meeting, as cases of a new pneumonia virus detected in China continue to rise.
It comes as Chinese officials this afternoon confirmed the new coronavirus is spread between humans, raising fears about containing it. More than 200 cases have been confirmed and three people have died.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Tony Hall stepping down as BBC Director-General

Tony Hall has announced he ’ ll step down as Director-General this summer .
Lord Hall , who took up @ @ @ @ @ said he believed he was “ leaving the BBC in a much stronger place than @ @ @ @ @ though critics point to ongoing diversity issues and the gender pay gap row .
So @ @ @ @ @ the horizon , and the Prime Minister signalling a rethink of the BBC licence fee @ @ @ @ @ challenges facing his successor ?

Tony Hall has announced he’ll step down as Director-General this summer.
Lord Hall, who took up the post in 2013, said he believed he was “leaving the BBC in a much stronger place than when I joined” – though critics point to ongoing diversity issues and the gender pay gap row.
So with a licence review on the horizon, and the Prime Minister signalling a rethink of the BBC licence fee – how big are the challenges facing his successor?


channel4uk--2020-01-20--HS2 costs could rise to £106bn, says government review

The Prime Minister ’ s plans to boost growth in newly-won Northern and Midlands constituencies is being put under pressure @ @ @ @ @ cost of the HS2 rail project .
According to a government review , leaked to @ @ @ @ @ price tag could rise to as much as £106 billion .
The report recommends that @ @ @ @ @ go ahead , but with a pause on phase two of the project – from @ @ @ @ @ and Leeds .
So how does HS2 now fit into the grand plan for economic @ @ @ @

The Prime Minister’s plans to boost growth in newly-won Northern and Midlands constituencies is being put under pressure – by questions over the cost of the HS2 rail project.
According to a government review, leaked to the Financial Times, the price tag could rise to as much as £106 billion.
The report recommends that the high-speed rail line does go ahead, but with a pause on phase two of the project – from the West Midlands to Manchester and Leeds.
So how does HS2 now fit into the grand plan for economic growth outside London?


channel4uk--2020-01-20--US authorities braced for pro-gun rally in Virginia

The right to bear arms is always a politically fraught issue in America , especially during an election year .
@ @ @ @ @ in Virginia ’ s State capital to lobby against proposed gun-control laws .
Worries that @ @ @ @ @ of 2017 clashes in Charlottesville – which left one person dead and dozens injured – @ @ @ @ @ declare a state of emergency .

The right to bear arms is always a politically fraught issue in America, especially during an election year.
Today, pro-gun campaigners gathered in Virginia’s State capital to lobby against proposed gun-control laws.
Worries that there would be a repeat of 2017 clashes in Charlottesville – which left one person dead and dozens injured – have led the governor to declare a state of emergency.


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Cancelling HS2 ‘would be one of most extraordinary things possible to imagine new government doing’

Cancelling HS2 ‘would be one of most extraordinary things possible to imagine new government doing’ – Lord Adonis

All new homes in Wales to be powered by clean energy from 2025

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‘Tourists getting in the way of wildfire recovery on Maui,’ says former state representative


channel4uk--2020-01-20--Harry says ‘no other option’ to leaving senior royal role

The Duke of Sussex has spoken publicly about his decision to step back from Royal duties – calling it “ @ @ @ @ @ Prince Harry said it was a sign of the pressures he was under , that @ @ @ @ @ “ all he has ever known ” in search of a more peaceful life .
@ @ @ @ @ Boris Johnson at a UK-Africa Trade Summit this morning , it ’ s unclear how @ @ @ @ @ going to be .

The Duke of Sussex has spoken publicly about his decision to step back from Royal duties – calling it “a great sadness”.
Prince Harry said it was a sign of the pressures he was under, that he has stepped back from “all he has ever known” in search of a more peaceful life. But with an appearance alongside Boris Johnson at a UK-Africa Trade Summit this morning, it’s unclear how attainable that peaceful life is going to be.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘American people desire fair and impartial trial’ – Democrat Sheila Jackson Lee on Trump impeachment

To get a sense of what Democrats make of the opening moves in President Trump ’ s impeachment trial , @ @ @ @ @ Jackson Lee , Democrat congresswoman for Texas .

‘American people desire fair and impartial trial’ – Democrat Sheila Jackson Lee on Trump impeachment
To get a sense of what Democrats make of the opening moves in President Trump’s impeachment trial, Jon Snow spoke to Sheila Jackson Lee, Democrat congresswoman for Texas.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘Just because American public wants Trump punished doesn’t mean it’s an impeachable offence’ – Alan

Just because American public wants Trump punished doesn ’ t mean it ’ s an impeachable offence ’ – Alan @ @ @ @ @ famed Defence attorney and author of the book “ The case against Impeaching Trump ” @ @ @ @ @ the programme .
He will be speaking in President Trump ’ s defence on the @ @ @

‘Just because American public wants Trump punished doesn’t mean it’s an impeachable offence’ – Alan Dershowitz
Cathy Newman Presenter
Alan Dershowitz, the famed Defence attorney and author of the book “The case against Impeaching Trump”, released in 2018 joins the programme. He will be speaking in President Trump’s defence on the Senate floor.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘Trump didn’t even mention climate change’ – Helle Thorning-Schmidt

There isn ’ t a general solution that will lift all of them ’ – Ofsted head on ‘ stuck @ @


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘There isn’t a general solution that will lift all of them’ – Ofsted head on ‘stuck’ schools

Ofsted ’ s chief inspector , Amanda Spielman tells us whether the government should consider paying incentives to encourage teachers @ @ @ @ @ stuck ’ schools ?

Ofsted’s chief inspector, Amanda Spielman tells us whether the government should consider paying incentives to encourage teachers to improve standards in ‘stuck’ schools?


channel4uk--2020-01-21--Disadvantaged pupils most likely to be affected by under-performing schools, says Ofsted

The education watchdog Ofsted has raised concerns that England ’ s most disadvantaged pupils are most likely to be affected @ @ @ @ @ In its latest annual report , Ofsted says classrooms in the most deprived parts of @ @ @ @ @ a cycle of low performance , leaving thousands of children to go through their entire @ @ @ @ @

The education watchdog Ofsted has raised concerns that England’s most disadvantaged pupils are most likely to be affected by serial under-performing schools.
In its latest annual report, Ofsted says classrooms in the most deprived parts of the country are stuck in a cycle of low performance, leaving thousands of children to go through their entire education in failing schools.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--Trump impeachment trial begins

Trump impeachment trial begins

While Donald Trump was in snowy Davos , his impeachment trial was revving up back at home .
They ’ @ @ @ @ @ the rules of the trial – with Democrats up in arms at the truncated timescale @ @ @

While Donald Trump was in snowy Davos, his impeachment trial was revving up back at home.
They’ve begun hearing arguments over the rules of the trial – with Democrats up in arms at the truncated timescale being proposed.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--Who do ex-Labour voters want to take on Boris Johnson?

The Labour MP Jess Phillips has withdrawn from her party ’ s leadership race .
She sent a video message @ @ @ @ @ , saying that she didn ’ t believe she would be able to unite all @ @ @ @ @ movement .
The remaining four candidates are still chasing endorsements from constituency Labour parties and @ @ @

The Labour MP Jess Phillips has withdrawn from her party’s leadership race.
She sent a video message to her supporters this afternoon, saying that she didn’t believe she would be able to unite all parts of the the Labour movement.
The remaining four candidates are still chasing endorsements from constituency Labour parties and Trade Unions.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘Trump loves being around rich and powerful people’ – Ian Bremmer, Eurasia Group

Today in Davos the keynote speaker was President Donald Trump .
He received thundering applause on announcing the United States @ @ @ @ @ Trees Initiative – launched by world leaders to try to combat climate change .
But @ @ @ @ @ to talk about his administration ’ s accomplishments and the strength of the US economy @ @ @ @ @ ’ t mention the impeachment trial that awaits him at home .
A little earlier @ @ @ @ @ the American political scientist and president and founder of Eurasia Group , Ian Bremmer .

Today in Davos the keynote speaker was President Donald Trump. He received thundering applause on announcing the United States will join the One Trillion Trees Initiative – launched by world leaders to try to combat climate change.
But he also used the platform to talk about his administration’s accomplishments and the strength of the US economy – and he certainly didn’t mention the impeachment trial that awaits him at home.
A little earlier Channel 4 News spoke to the American political scientist and president and founder of Eurasia Group, Ian Bremmer.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--Trump clashes with Greta Thunberg at Davos

Donald Trump ’ s impeachment is kicking off in Washington , but the President isn ’ t even there – @ @ @ @ @ in Davos addressing business leaders , celebs and the odd climate activist .
He used @ @ @ @ @ the strength of the US economy – rather at odds with other world leaders , @ @ @ @ @ collaboration might combat climate change .
And with activist Greta Thunberg in the audience , @ @ @ @ @ was talking about when he took a swipe at “ the perennial prophets of doom @ @

Donald Trump’s impeachment is kicking off in Washington, but the President isn’t even there – he’s been here in Davos addressing business leaders, celebs and the odd climate activist.
He used the platform to talk up the strength of the US economy – rather at odds with other world leaders, who focused on how global collaboration might combat climate change.
And with activist Greta Thunberg in the audience, it was clear who he was talking about when he took a swipe at “the perennial prophets of doom”.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--Terrorists to take lie detector tests

Terrorists to take lie detector tests

Experts have cast doubt on the government ’ s plans to use lie-detector tests , as part of new measures @ @ @ @ @ are in prison .
The government is being accused of rushing in new anti-terror laws @ @ @ @ @ London Bridge attack last November , in which convicted terror offender Usman Khan killed two @ @ @ @ @ sentences will be introduced and early-releases will be scrapped .

Experts have cast doubt on the government’s plans to use lie-detector tests, as part of new measures to deal with terrorists who are in prison.
The government is being accused of rushing in new anti-terror laws in the wake of the London Bridge attack last November, in which convicted terror offender Usman Khan killed two students.
Ministers say tougher sentences will be introduced and early-releases will be scrapped.


channel4uk--2020-01-21--‘We don’t censor political speech, we allow it to take place’ – Facebook’s Steve Hatch

Facebook says it will create a thousand new jobs in the UK this year , increasing its staff numbers here @ @ @ @ @ world ’ s largest social media business has become a major player in the world @ @ @ @ @ content from this programme .
But that growth has also brought criticism – with US @ @ @ @ @ not dealing with political disinformation .
The company ’ s UK chief has admitted to @ @ @ @ @ ’ t move fast enough to tackle problems in the 2016 Presidential election – but @ @ @ @ @ get involved now in what it calls “ censoring political speech ” .

Facebook says it will create a thousand new jobs in the UK this year, increasing its staff numbers here by a third.
The world’s largest social media business has become a major player in the world of news – including commissioning content from this programme.
But that growth has also brought criticism – with US Democrats attacking the platform for not dealing with political disinformation.
The company’s UK chief has admitted to this programme that Facebook didn’t move fast enough to tackle problems in the 2016 Presidential election – but said it won’t get involved now in what it calls “censoring political speech”.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Series 4, Episode 4: Ivo Graham

Series 4, Episode 4: Ivo Graham

Ivo Graham is an English comedian who became the youngest ever winner of the prestigious ‘ So You Think You @ @ @ @ @ at the age of 18 .
He ’ s enjoyed sell-out runs at Edinburgh and @ @ @ @ @ as well as appearing on multiple TV and radio shows including , Live At The @ @ @ @ @ and Live From The BBC .
He talks to Krishnan about apologising for going to @ @ @ @ @ comedy as a political response .
You can listen to and subscribe to the podcast @ @ @ @ @ Or on Spotify , Acast , CastBox and other good podcast apps .
The direct @ @ @ @ @ So join us as we explore the big ideas changing the way we think , @ @ @ @ @ how much impact we can really have as individuals .
A filmed version of each @ @ @ @ @ Channel 4 News YouTube channel – hit subscribe to keep updated on when a new @ @ @ @

Ivo Graham is an English comedian who became the youngest ever winner of the prestigious ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ award at the age of 18.
He’s enjoyed sell-out runs at Edinburgh and London’s Soho Theatre as well as appearing on multiple TV and radio shows including, Live At The Apollo, Mock the Week and Live From The BBC.
He talks to Krishnan about apologising for going to Eton, stand-up etiquette and comedy as a political response.
Listen and subscribe
You can listen to and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts here.
Or on Spotify, Acast, CastBox and other good podcast apps.
The direct download link is here.
So join us as we explore the big ideas changing the way we think, act and live – and how much impact we can really have as individuals.
A filmed version of each interview is available on our Channel 4 News YouTube channel – hit subscribe to keep updated on when a new episode is published.


channel4uk--2020-01-23--Why is Trump on trial? – A really simple guide to impeachment

Donald Trump ’ s impeachment trial has just begun – the third of its kind in US history .
What @ @ @ @ @ this point and could he be removed from office ?

Donald Trump’s impeachment trial has just begun – the third of its kind in US history. What has happened to get to this point and could he be removed from office?


channel4uk--2020-01-22--‘Twenty five minutes of the speech was a load of very dubious boasting’ – historian Mary Beard on Tr

‘Twenty five minutes of the speech was a load of very dubious boasting’ – historian Mary Beard on Trump in Davos

Historian Mary Beard tells @ cathynewman re Trump in Davos : “ Twenty five minutes of the speech was a @ @ @ @ @ about what he ’ d done for the American economy and American society .
”

Historian Mary Beard tells @cathynewman re Trump in Davos: “Twenty five minutes of the speech was a load of very dubious boasting about what he’d done for the American economy and American society.”


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Why Britain’s hedgehogs are in serious trouble

It ’ s one of Britain ’ s favourite and most iconic animals , but our hedgehog is in trouble @ @ @ @ @ 36 million in the 1950s to only around 500,000 today .
A new report from @ @ @ @ @ data of squashed hedgehogs on our roads , to help show where the most dangerous @ @ @ @ @ killed by traffic each year .
The charity hopes the mapping will inform measures to @ @ @ @ @ safely and to slow the cars that are so lethal to them .

It’s one of Britain’s favourite and most iconic animals, but our hedgehog is in trouble – down from an estimated 36 million in the 1950s to only around 500,000 today.
A new report from the Mammal Society has analysed data of squashed hedgehogs on our roads, to help show where the most dangerous areas are for the 100,000 killed by traffic each year.
The charity hopes the mapping will inform measures to help hedgehogs cross the road safely and to slow the cars that are so lethal to them.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Monty Python’s Terry Jones dies

Monty Python’s Terry Jones dies

The actor and comedian Terry Jones has “ gently slipped away ” after living with dementia for five years .
@ @ @ @ @ of Brian and member of the Monty Python comedy troupe was fondly remembered for his @ @ @ @ @ in the 70s .
Fellow Python Sir Michael Palin today said he felt “ very @ @ @ @ @ much of my life with him ” .

The actor and comedian Terry Jones has “gently slipped away” after living with dementia for five years. The director of The Life of Brian and member of the Monty Python comedy troupe was fondly remembered for his part in revolutionising British comedy in the 70s. Fellow Python Sir Michael Palin today said he felt “very fortunate to have shared so much of my life with him”.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Lisa Nandy second Labour MP to make it to final stage of leadership contest

Lisa Nandy has made it on to the final ballot paper in the Labour leadership contest , after the group @ @ @ @ @ said it would support her bid .
The Wigan MP is the second candidate to @ @ @ @ @ round , joining the bookmakers ’ favourite , Sir Keir Starmer .
Ms Nandy was @ @ @ @ @ former rival Jess Phillips , who also backed her .
So could the outsider become @ @ @ @

Lisa Nandy has made it on to the final ballot paper in the Labour leadership contest, after the group “Chinese for Labour” said it would support her bid.
The Wigan MP is the second candidate to go through to the final round, joining the bookmakers’ favourite, Sir Keir Starmer.
Ms Nandy was given a further boost from former rival Jess Phillips, who also backed her.
So could the outsider become a real contender?


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Trump quizzed about Greta as Charles call for climate action

Although trade has punctuated the focus on the environment today , climate change continues to exercise the minds of business @ @ @ @ @ President Trump faced more questions about Greta Thunberg – his climate sparring partner , who @ @ @ @ @ he found out in his departing press conference this lunchtime .

Although trade has punctuated the focus on the environment today, climate change continues to exercise the minds of business titans and activists alike.
President Trump faced more questions about Greta Thunberg – his climate sparring partner, who is just 17 – as he found out in his departing press conference this lunchtime.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--‘If you do it alone, the US is going to come back hard’ – George Osborne on UK tech tax

I spoke to the former Chancellor George Osborne .
I asked him whether he thought we had seen the shape @ @ @ @ @ the suggestion from the US that Britain would face tariffs if we proceed with taxes @ @ @ @ @ .

I spoke to the former Chancellor George Osborne. I asked him whether he thought we had seen the shape of things to come with the suggestion from the US that Britain would face tariffs if we proceed with taxes on tech companies like Google.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--US threatens retaliation if UK introduces tech tax

President Trump is due back in Washington in the next few hours but his deal-maker Steve Mnuchin the Treasury Secretary @ @ @ @ @ wasted no time in warning Chancellor Sajid Javid that if the UK went ahead with @ @ @ @ @ , retaliatory tariffs could be slapped on British exports to America in return .
So @ @ @ @ @ President ’ s promise of a great trade deal after Brexit ?

President Trump is due back in Washington in the next few hours but his deal-maker Steve Mnuchin the Treasury Secretary is staying behind.
He wasted no time in warning Chancellor Sajid Javid that if the UK went ahead with a tax on tech companies, retaliatory tariffs could be slapped on British exports to America in return.
So where does that leave the President’s promise of a great trade deal after Brexit?


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Prosecution case against Trump starts in impeachment trial

The annual Davos schmoozefest is a little quieter after President Trump left the scene this lunchtime .
As might be @ @ @ @ @ a great success , but he leaves behind a global establishment disappointed by his rhetoric @ @ @ @ @ no doubt that America comes first .
And he ’ s flying back to rancour @ @ @ @ @ the prosecution case against him starts today in his impeachment trial .
Our Washington Correspondent @ @ @ @ @ the proceedings .

The annual Davos schmoozefest is a little quieter after President Trump left the scene this lunchtime. As might be expected he declared his visit a great success, but he leaves behind a global establishment disappointed by his rhetoric on climate change and in no doubt that America comes first . And he’s flying back to rancour and recriminations in Washington where the prosecution case against him starts today in his impeachment trial.
Our Washington Correspondent Siobhan Kennedy has been watching the proceedings.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Harvey Weinstein faces his accusers in court

“ Not just a titan in Hollywood , but a rapist ” – that was the description by the prosecution @ @ @ @ @ as he faced his accusers in a New York court for the first time .
@ @ @ @ @ allegations , faces two charges of rape , one of a criminal sex act and @ @ @ @ @ predatory sexual assault , which carries a possible life sentence .
Dani Isdale joins us @ @ @ @ @

“Not just a titan in Hollywood, but a rapist” – that was the description by the prosecution of film producer Harvey Weinstein as he faced his accusers in a New York court for the first time. Weinstein, who denies the allegations, faces two charges of rape, one of a criminal sex act and a further two counts of predatory sexual assault, which carries a possible life sentence.
Dani Isdale joins us from outside the courtroom.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--‘MBS was very annoyed Jeff Bezos wouldn’t curb Washington Post’ – human rights activist Iyad el-Bagh

‘MBS was very annoyed Jeff Bezos wouldn’t curb Washington Post’ – human rights activist Iyad el-Baghdadi

I spoke to the Arab human rights activist and writer Iyad el-Baghdadi via the internet from Oslo .
He ’ @ @ @ @ @ with the Bezos security team .
I began by asking him what they ’ d @ @ @ @ @ the Arab human rights activist and writer Iyad el-Baghdadi via the internet from Oslo .
@ @ @ @ @ the hack with the Bezos security team .
I began by asking him what they @ @ @

I spoke to the Arab human rights activist and writer Iyad el-Baghdadi via the internet from Oslo. He’s been investigating the hack with the Bezos security team. I began by asking him what they’d discovered.
I spoke to the Arab human rights activist and writer Iyad el-Baghdadi via the internet from Oslo.
He’s been investigating the hack with the Bezos security team. I began by asking him what they’d discovered


channel4uk--2020-01-22--Saudi Crown Prince denies hacking Jeff Bezos’ phone

United Nations ’ human rights investigators have called for an immediate investigation into the possibility that a video file sent @ @ @ @ @ of the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman , or MBS , may have hacked @ @ @ @ @ , the founder of Amazon and owner of the Washington Post .
The Saudis say @ @ @ @ @ The hacking is alleged to have happened five months before the murder of the Washington @ @ @ @ @

United Nations’ human rights investigators have called for an immediate investigation into the possibility that a video file sent on WhatsApp from the account of the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, or MBS, may have hacked the phone of Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and owner of the Washington Post.
The Saudis say the idea is absurd.
The hacking is alleged to have happened five months before the murder of the Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--‘In Britain, we should be concerned but not overly worried’ – biosecurity expert Dr Ngozi Erondu on

In Britain , we should be concerned but not overly worried ’ – biosecurity expert Dr Ngozi Erondu on Coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ Ngozi Erondu who a biosecurity expert and part of the global health programme at Chatham @ @

‘In Britain, we should be concerned but not overly worried’ – biosecurity expert Dr Ngozi Erondu on Coronavirus
Joining me now is Dr Ngozi Erondu who a biosecurity expert and part of the global health programme at Chatham house.


channel4uk--2020-01-22--China Coronavirus: fears over the spread of deadly virus

At least 17 people are now thought to have died and over 500 been infected by the coronavirus , which @ @ @ @ @ Chinese city of Wuhan .
World Health Organisation experts are expected to announce shortly whether @ @ @ @ @ declare the situation an international public health emergency .
Here , the government has put @ @ @ @ @ air passengers arriving in London what to do if they feel unwell .

At least 17 people are now thought to have died and over 500 been infected by the coronavirus, which was first identified in the Chinese city of Wuhan.
World Health Organisation experts are expected to announce shortly whether they’ve decided to declare the situation an international public health emergency.
Here, the government has put in place measures to advise air passengers arriving in London what to do if they feel unwell.


channel4uk--2020-01-23--‘It’s becoming an issue of survival – people are dying because of climate change’: Hindou Oumarou Ib

‘It’s becoming an issue of survival – people are dying because of climate change’: Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Indigenous rights campaigner

Joining me now are Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim – who ’ s been invited to Davos to talk about her work @ @ @ @ @ indigenous Mbororo people of Chad , and Jane Burston , a scientist who used to @ @ @ @ @ , and who now runs the Clean Air Fund , a charity tackling air pollution @

Joining me now are Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim – who’s been invited to Davos to talk about her work campaigning on behalf of the indigenous Mbororo people of Chad, and Jane Burston, a scientist who used to work for the business department, and who now runs the Clean Air Fund, a charity tackling air pollution.


channel4uk--2020-01-23--UK warned it must take urgent action to reach net zero carbon by 2050

More trees , less meat – the UK has been warned it needs to take urgent action to reduce greenhouse @ @ @ @ @ to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 .
The government ’ s official committee on climate @ @ @ @ @ urgent and radical changes to everything from farming practices to consumer behaviour – saying far @ @ @ @ @ used to plant trees and woodland .

More trees, less meat – the UK has been warned it needs to take urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions if it wants to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
The government’s official committee on climate change says there must be urgent and radical changes to everything from farming practices to consumer behaviour – saying far more agricultural land must be used to plant trees and woodland.