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Emma Barnett ‘to leave BBC Radio 4’s Today programme to front new podcast’

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The Independent UK · Sep 11

BBC host accused of ‘proper Jew’ slur against Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband

THE BBC is under fire after one of the hosts of its flagship Today programme was accused of questioning whether Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband was a…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 9

Amol Rajan makes emotional speech as he leaves BBC Radio 4’s Today show: ‘Do you think I’ve made a terrible mistake?’

TV presenter, 43, hosted the ‘Today’ programme for five years on BBC Radio 4

The Independent UK · Sep 2

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Chaka Khan became singer instead of Black Panther activist after being given gun

The 73-year-old’s story features in the musical I’m Every Woman.

Evening Standard · Aug 15

BBC Radio 4’s Thought for the Day condemned as ‘historically ignorant’ by Professor Alice Roberts

Faith-based segment, which airs during the ‘Today’ programme, has attracted controversy in the past

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Maisie Williams says drama with Lena Headey will explore vulnerability of acting

Williams will appear with Headey in the eight-part drama Intimacy on BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.

Evening Standard · Jul 21

BBC broadcaster Edward Stourton dies aged 68

Corporation pays tribute to ‘outstanding’ journalist who presented shows including Today and One O’Clock News

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

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BBC Radio 4’s Edward Stourton dies aged 68

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The Independent UK · Jul 20

BBC Radio 4 presenter Edward Stourton dies aged 68

The broadcaster and journalist was best known for presenting a number of current affairs programmes including Today and World At One.

The Independent UK · Jul 20

Edward Stourton death: Veteran BBC Radio 4 presenter dies aged 68

The broadcaster and journalist was best known for presenting a number of current affairs programmes including Today and World At One

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Duchess Sophie's surprise acting debut might make even show 'addict' Queen Camilla jealous

The Duchess of Edinburgh has just guest starred in a radio drama that Queen Camilla has called her 'faithful companion'

Woman & Home · Jul 10

Duchess of Edinburgh makes surprise appearance on BBC Radio 4 drama

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The Independent UK · Jul 10

Duchess of Edinburgh follows in Queen’s footsteps with cameo on The Archers

The BBC radio show superfan recorded her lines in secret

The Independent UK · Jul 9

Duchess of Edinburgh makes a cameo appearance on The Archers

Sophie played herself in Thursday’s episode, appearing alongside Ambridge regulars at the BBC Radio 4 drama’s fictional Borchester Show.

Evening Standard · Jul 9

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T3 · Jun 29

After 92 years, the BBC shuts down its most groundbreaking radio service

The Beeb has finally called time on its longest-running radio service

Evening Standard · Jun 27

Age UK urges ‘leave no-one behind’ as BBC ends long-wave radio broadcasts

BBC Radio 4 had its long-wave service permanently switched off at 1am on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Jun 27

BBC turns off iconic radio service after almost a century

The move happened at 1am on Saturday

Evening Standard · Jun 27

BBC ends its long wave radio broadcasts after almost a century

BBC Radio 4 had its long wave service permanently switched off at 1am on Saturday.

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The Independent UK · May 26

Wes Streeting clashes with BBC Radio 4 presenter as he calls for under-16 social media ban

Wes Streeting clashed with a BBC Radio 4 presenter after she questioned him on his push for an under-16s social media ban.

The Independent UK · May 15

Longtime BBC panellist admits ‘I don’t know how long I’ve got to live’ in last appearance on gardening show

Matthew Biggs has been a regular on Gardeners’ Question Time since 1994

Evening Standard · May 6

Clare Balding to host new BBC Radio 4 literary quiz show

The show is one of a series of quiz pilots that will air on Sunday afternoons on BBC Radio 4 this summer.

International Business Times UK · Apr 7

Kanye West Granted UK Visa for First Concert in 11 Years, But It Could Still Be Revoked

Kanye West's UK visa for Wireless Festival is under review following backlash over his past actions, sparking controversy and political debate.

Evening Standard · Mar 20

Broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray remembered as ‘much loved mum and wife’ by family

Dame Jenni, who has died aged 75, was the longest-serving host in the history of BBC Radio 4 programme Woman’s Hour.

The Independent UK · Mar 20

Former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter Dame Jenni Murray dies aged 75

The journalist became the longest-serving host in the BBC Radio 4 programme’s history before she left in 2020.

Evening Standard · Mar 20

Dame Jenni Murray dies: Former Woman's Hour presenter passes away aged 75

Tributes have been paid to the ‘broadcasting icon’ who leaves behind ‘an indelible legacy on generations of listeners’

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