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BBC News provides trusted, round-the-clock reporting, live breaking updates, in-depth analysis and global perspectives from the BBC newsroom. See what's on BBC News on Sunday 04 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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This Cultural Life
John Wilson talks to award-wining author Margaret Atwood about the experiences that shaped her writing.
Runtime:
30 min
Weather: Beyond the Forecast
Flying in a Storm
Ever wondered how pilots keep so cool when landing a plane in a storm? We look at how the aviation industry handles extreme weather and turbulence, from flight simulators to keeping passengers calm.
AI Decoded
Is AI an Existential Risk?
AI Decoded is joined by AI safety guru Connor Leahy, who helps to explain and explore the unintended risks and also benefits of unregulated artificial intelligence.
On the Front Line
Catapult Crime: Killing for Fun
From child's toy to deadly weapon – footage of horrific catapult attacks on UK wildlife is being widely shared on social media. We meet the teams on the front line of catapult crime.
Tech Now
Rising Seas: Can Tech Help Us Prepare?
Tech Now meets the scientists on a quest to improve our predictions of global sea level rise and the impacts it could have.
Runtime:
30 min
Talking Business
As AI-generated tracks top the charts and streaming platforms are deluged with AI made music - is the industry being taken over by artificial intelligence?
Runtime:
30 min
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg
The big names behind the big stories. Laura Kuenssberg talks to those making the news, inside and outside politics.
Runtime:
1 hr
The President's Path
A Year in Review - Part 2
A look back at the second half of this Trump administration's first year in office. Caitríona Perry, Sumi Somaskanda, Bernd Debusmann and Courtney Subramanian discuss what stood out to them in 2025.
Runtime:
30 min
Tech Now
Rising Seas: Can Tech Help Us Prepare?
Tech Now meets the scientists on a quest to improve our predictions of global sea level rise and the impacts it could have.
Runtime:
30 min
Shock Treatment: The Gay Therapy Scandal
New evidence reveals how the NHS subjected hundreds of LGBT+ people to controversial electric shock therapies. Survivors now want answers on how it was allowed to happen.
On the Front Line
Catapult Crime: Killing for Fun
From child's toy to deadly weapon – footage of horrific catapult attacks on UK wildlife is being widely shared on social media. We meet the teams on the front line of catapult crime.
BBC News
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
BBC News
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
AI Decoded
Is AI an Existential Risk?
AI Decoded is joined by AI safety guru Connor Leahy, who helps to explain and explore the unintended risks and also benefits of unregulated artificial intelligence.
On the Front Line
Catapult Crime: Killing for Fun
From child's toy to deadly weapon – footage of horrific catapult attacks on UK wildlife is being widely shared on social media. We meet the teams on the front line of catapult crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 04 January) on BBC News, you can watch BBC News, and Newscast. Check the full schedule for more details.
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When does programming end on BBC News today?
Today's programming on BBC News ends at 00:00 with On the Front Line.
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