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The Story

The Story

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The biggest stories, told in depth, daily. Join the world's best journalists to uncover what really matters. Hosted by Manveen Rana and Luke Jones. Published seven days a week and ready for you every morning.


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Times Newspapers Limited 2024
Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Belfast on fire
    Jun 11 2026

    There has been a second night of riots in Belfast following a knife attack in the Northern Irish city on Monday. Yesterday authorities called for calm after vehicles and houses were set alight. As violent anti-immigration protests continue, what’s it like on the ground and what can the government do going forward?


    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory


    Guests:

    • Constance Kampfner, northern correspondent, The Times
    • Oliver Wright, policy editor, The Times


    Host: Manveen Rana

    Producers: Sophie McNulty, Olivia Case, Micaela Arneson.

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    Read more: Belfast attack latest

    Further listening: What Henry Nowak’s murder means for policing

    Clips: X, The Times, BBC, Times Radio.

    Photo: Getty Images.

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    32 mins
  • The ticking time bomb Netanyahu faces at home
    Jun 10 2026

    The fragile ceasefire in the Middle East appeared to be unravelling on Sunday evening, as Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes. The violence was met with fury from President Trump, who’s been pushing to get a peace deal over the line for weeks.  So why is Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu risking his relationship with his greatest ally? And how much are pressures at home dictating Israel's stance in the war?


    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory


    Guest: Gabrielle Weiniger, Israel correspondent, The Times

    Host: Manveen Rana

    Producer: Sophie McNulty

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    Read more: Netanyahu’s ticking time bomb? Inside the political war at home

    Further listening: “Everyone hates you now” - Could Lebanon cost Trump his Iran deal?

    Clips: The Times, Fox News, Al Jazeera.

    Photo: Getty Images.



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    27 mins
  • David Sullivan accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour
    Jun 9 2026

    David Sullivan, the owner of West Ham, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour by several women dating back to the 1980s. In a joint investigation with the BBC, The Times has spoken to seven women about their experiences.


    In his statement on 4 June, Sullivan announced his immediate resignation as joint-chair and director of West Ham, saying the “false allegations” had been “sensationalised” and none related to his time in football. He added: “After a lifetime spent building businesses in the adult industry in which I have met thousands of women, it is sadly inevitable that a small number of improper conduct claims are being made against me. I categorically deny these claims.” Before publication, Sullivan said that he reserved his legal rights in relation to “false or defamatory allegations” and would not be commenting further at this stage.


    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory


    Guests:

    • Charlotte Wace, investigations correspondent, The Times.
    • Shanti Das, senior investigations reporter, The Times.

    Host: Manveen Rana.

    Producer: Micaela Arneson.

    Additional thanks to:

    • James Beal, investigations editor, The Times.
    • Charlotte Alt, news reporter, The Times.

    We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com


    Read more: David Sullivan was ‘untouchable’. Now seven women are speaking out

    Photo: Getty Images.

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    39 mins
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