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Today in Focus

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United Kingdom
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Israel
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Reform UK
Peter Mandelson
Climate Change
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Artificial Intelligence
European Union
Brexit
Russia
Gaza

Today in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism. Our award-winning morning edition hosted by Helen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal and Annie Kelly combines on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis and personal testimony from the people at the heart of the stories that matter, to give you a deeper understanding of the world we live in. And to make sense of a rapidly-changing news cycle, our n... more

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One of Donald Trump’s closest and most devoted aides, Natalie Harp, has faced intense media scrutiny this week, after a Democratic senator, Jon Ossoff, name-checked her in a speech that went viral. So what do we know about Harp, who is often referred... more

Our specialist panel on which books may help you put your phone away and get reading again. With Charlotte Northedge, David Shariatmadari and Rebecca Liu. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/infocus">thegua... more

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US: a decision that was subject to intense media scrutiny. The couple and their two children are expected to relocate later in August to a non-r... more

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Zahra Joya
Founder of Afghanistan's first female-led news agency (Rukhshana Media)
Rukhshana Media
Episode: The 21 million women and girls the world forgot
Neil Stock
Former local Conservative councillor, long-time Clacton resident
Local government (Tendring District)
Episode: Could Clacton bin off Nigel Farage?
Daniel Rees
Crime reporter for the Colchester Gazette
Colchester Gazette
Episode: Could Clacton bin off Nigel Farage?
Keith Stuart
Author and Guardian journalist who writes about video games
The Guardian
Episode: Why did Saudi Arabia just spend billions on a video games company?
George Osborn
Author of Power Play, Video Games, Politics and the Battle for Global Influence
Independent/Author
Episode: Why did Saudi Arabia just spend billions on a video games company?
James Beckett
The Money Stalker
Independent investor/content creator
Episode: The gen Z investors
Kirsty Major
Deputy Opinion Editor at The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: Could Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ be banned across the UK? – The Latest
Javier Jennings Mozo
Audiovisual journalist who has been in Ceuta since last Saturday
The Guardian
Episode: ‘The guards just opened the door’: what happened in Ceuta?
Jennifer Rankin
Brussels correspondent for The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: ‘The guards just opened the door’: what happened in Ceuta?

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Lucy Hough
Host of The Latest; Guardian journalist with on-the-ground reporting and analysis.
Nosheen Iqbal
Host of Today in Focus; Guardian journalist with focus on international affairs and policy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15.7k ratings
  • Beauty standards

    Omg puhlease

    When you don’t even challenge the precept that “looking good” equates with young you’re not actually challenging the narratives

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    Sweet_geesus
    Australia25 days ago
  • Great podcast

    All episodes are really interesting, I listen even when I’m not particularly interested in the topic, because I know it will be worth my while

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12345asdff
    Poland25 days ago
  • The Latest - pertinent, succinct, informative

    Somehow, the 10 minute format of The Latest Evening has replaced what would be the evening news of childhood: It's anticipated every evening and appreciated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShayKay2022
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Best news podcast on air

    I love the balanced, nuanced, humanist take on the most important issues of the day. I look forward to Today in Focus twice a day! Keeps me informed and engaged.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattlovick
    Canadaa month ago
  • usually ok but with caveats

    The one on Trump's health deal was a shocker, full of bloviating criticisms of Trump (not that he doesn't deserve criticism) with no factual substance whatsoever about WHAT the trade deal with the US was actually DOING that was going to cost the NHS SOOOO much money. This was actually scare mongering - so many people are going to die, so many doctors lost, 45 billion cost to the NHS etc, without ANY information about why. Exactly what details of the trade deal are going to cost the NHS all this ... more

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    3
    tmtl1
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Plagiarism and a pig’s head: the rise and fall of Jason Arday
Q: How did you get involved in this story?
The host describes being approached by a colleague who outlined Arday's claims, leading to interviews with Arday and a series of investigations to verify the details of his allegations.
Plagiarism and a pig’s head: the rise and fall of Jason Arday
Q: I know that you've been looking into the life and times of Jason Arday for some time now. But tell me, when did he first come on your radar?
Lanre Bakare explains that Arday's appointment in 2023 brought him into the spotlight, with extensive media coverage at the time, and that the plagiarism questions quickly followed as the story developed.
Could Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ be banned across the UK? – The Latest
Q: Are there legitimate uses that could outweigh privacy concerns?
Yes, including accessibility benefits for disabled users, such as obstacle detection for the visually impaired, which demonstrates meaningful upside when used responsibly.
Could Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ be banned across the UK? – The Latest
Q: Why have these glasses become such a point of contention, and what about the bans?
Controversy centers on covert recording and potential misuse; bans in places like pubs and nurseries reflect attempts to protect privacy in social spaces.
Could Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ be banned across the UK? – The Latest
Q: Okay, so first of all, what are they? How does it work?
They function like a smartphone on your face, enabling calls, messages, AI assistance, and recording video, with some models having visible indicators; the tech aims for seamless everyday use but raises privacy worries.

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Today in Focus presents deeply reported journalism from Guardian correspondents, covering a broad array of timely topics from international diplomacy and climate policy to economics, gender, and media ethics. Episodes frequently feature on-the-ground analysis, data-driven context, and expert or insider guests, with a strong emphasis on accountability, policy impact, and the human stories behind headline events. A notable strength is its ability to pair rigorous reporting with concise, accessible discussion, often including cross-podcast cross-promotion and guest-driven investigations. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, globally aware analysis and a preference for nuanced perspectives on complex issues.

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2. Neil Stock
3. Daniel Rees
4. Keith Stuart
5. George Osborn
6. James Beckett
7. Kirsty Major
8. Javier Jennings Mozo

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