The State of It

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The State of It episodes

January 21, 2024 The largest miscarriage of justice in British history
It's been dominating the news in the UK in recent weeks: we take you inside the Post Office scandal, described as the largest miscarriage of justice in British history. Plus, The Times' Senior Foreign Correspondent, Anthony Loyd, discusses Ukraine lowering the military draft age to 25. And, find out what F1 champion Max Verstappen has been telling The Sunday Times' Assistant Editor, Nick Rufford. The World in 10 is a Times of London production bringing you the global news agenda every day in just 10 minutes, as seen through the eyes of our writers and correspondents. For more listen to Times Radio or take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk.

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The Post Office scandal: How a TV drama delivered justice
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11 min
January 20, 2024 What's gone wrong with Germany?
With unrest, economic woes, and rising support for the hard-right, our Berlin Correspondent, Oliver Moody, analyses what's gone wrong with German politics. Plus, why some Apple Watch users are complaining of burn marks and blisters after wearing the device. And, find out what Brooklyn Beckham's latest culinary venture is. The World in 10 is a Times of London production bringing you the global news agenda every day in just 10 minutes, as seen through the eyes of our writers and correspondents. For more listen to Times Radio or take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk.
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January 19, 2024 The West should prepare for "all-out war" with Russia
The West should prepare for "all-out war" with Russia within 20 years, according to a top NATO official. Plus, how military scientists in Britain are testing a new laser weapon that costs just £10 to fire. And how ancient ice water lies beneath the surface of Mars. The World in 10 is a Times of London production bringing you the global news agenda every day in just 10 minutes, as seen through the eyes of our writers and correspondents. For more listen to Times Radio or take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk.
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10 min
January 18, 2024 Iran, Pakistan and the Middle East at war. Where next?
Today's World in 10 looks at the spiral of violence in the Middle East and between Pakistan and Iran, hears from former UK Prime Minister David Cameron and anticipates where the next flare up might come from.
We also head to Ecuador where the lead prosecutor in the case that saw an attack on a live TV studio has been murdered and ask do the cartels have too much power there?
We find out how AI tech in your phone will soon help bridge language divides and about the author using AI to help write her award-winning book and is there romance behind the shock move by a rugby star to the NFL, rather than the start of a more concerning trend?
The World in 10 is a Times of London production bringing you the global news agenda every day in just 10 minutes, as seen through the eyes of our writers and correspondents. For more listen to Times Radio or take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk.
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10 min
January 17, 2024 Pakistan condemns deadly Iranian missile attack
Pakistan warns Iran of "serious consequences" after a deadly missile attack killed two children. Plus, how wildfires are leading to a rise in skin conditions. Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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11 min
January 16, 2024 Trump trounces rivals in Iowa
Now the race is on for second place in the Republican presidential nomination. Plus - more strife for shipping in the Red Sea and Germany’s farmers bring their tractors to protest.
Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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11 min
January 15, 2024 'Far more dangerous': world in prewar phase
Stark warnings from Europe over future conflict as Nato becomes a US election issue. Plus - Hamas release a chilling video of hostages as their families ask us to remember them.
Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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11 min
January 14, 2024 Inside the failed Ukraine-Russia peace talks
Yaroslav Trofimov has been speaking to those involved in the failed Istanbul peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in 2022. Plus, why Joe Biden is losing support among minority voters. And find out what Novak Djokovic has been telling the Sunday Times Magazine about Covid vaccines and his retirement plans. Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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11 min
January 13, 2024 Blow to China as DPP candidate wins Taiwan election
Richard Lloyd Parry, Asia Editor for The Times, explains the significance of Taiwan's presidential election results. Plus, the US launches more airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. And, as the NFL play-offs begin, which teams have the best chance of reaching the Super Bowl? Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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10 min
January 12, 2024 The fightback against Houthi rebels in the Red Sea
Our correspondent in the Middle East brings you the latest after the US and UK launched air strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen. Plus, how scientists have used AI to change the way fingerprints are used to solve crimes. And former US Open winner Emma Raducanu shares her advice for other young sportspeople. Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.
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