BBC News TV Guide
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 Friday 23 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC News Schedule — Fri 23 Jan
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The Media Show — 01:30
Reporting on protests in Iran and criticism of international coverage, UK action over Musk’s AI tool Grok, and the producer behind the film Hamnet.
Runtime:
30 min
Newsday — 02:00
Live from Singapore, the latest international news from the BBC.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 02:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from Singapore and around the world.
Runtime:
15 min
BBC Sport — 02:45
A round-up of the day's sporting action, plus talking points, analysis and original journalism.
Runtime:
15 min
Newsday — 03:00
Live from Singapore, the latest international news from the BBC.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 03:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from Singapore and around the world.
Runtime:
15 min
BBC Sport — 03:45
A round-up of the day's sporting action, plus talking points, analysis and original journalism.
Runtime:
15 min
Newsday — 04:00
Live from Singapore, the latest international news from the BBC.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 04:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from Singapore and around the world.
Runtime:
15 min
BBC Sport — 04:45
A round-up of the day's sporting action, plus talking points, analysis and original journalism.
Runtime:
15 min
Business Today — 05:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from London and around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 06:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from London and around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 07:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from London and around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today — 11:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from London and around the world.
Runtime:
15 min
BBC News Now — 12:00
All the big stories, live as they happen, presented by Lucy Hockings.
Runtime:
30 min
BBC News Now — 12:30
All the big stories, live as they happen, presented by Lucy Hockings.
Runtime:
30 min
BBC News Now — 14:00
All the big stories, live as they happen, presented by Lucy Hockings.
Runtime:
30 min
Business Today - NYSE Opening Bell — 14:30
Bringing the latest business news and up-to-date informed analysis from New York and around the world.
Runtime:
15 min
BBC News Now — 14:45
All the big stories, live as they happen, presented by Lucy Hockings.
Runtime:
15 min
Verified Live — 15:00
Matthew Amroliwala presents all the latest global and UK news, live from London.
Runtime:
30 min
Verified Live — 15:30
Matthew Amroliwala presents all the latest global and UK news, live from London.
Runtime:
30 min
Verified Live — 16:00
Matthew Amroliwala presents all the latest global and UK news, live from London.
Runtime:
30 min
Verified Live — 16:30
Matthew Amroliwala presents all the latest global and UK news, live from London.
Runtime:
30 min
Verified Live — 17:00
Matthew Amroliwala presents all the latest global and UK news, live from London.
Runtime:
30 min
The World Today with Maryam Moshiri — 18:30
Watch the best of the BBC's journalism from around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
The World Today with Maryam Moshiri — 19:00
Watch the best of the BBC's journalism from around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
The World Today with Maryam Moshiri — 19:30
Watch the best of the BBC's journalism from around the world.
Runtime:
30 min
The Context — 20:00
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day.
Runtime:
30 min
The Context — 20:30
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day.
Runtime:
30 min
The Context USA — 21:00
Special coverage from Washington DC and London, focusing on President Trump's second term.
Runtime:
30 min
The Context USA — 21:30
Special coverage from Washington DC and London, focusing on President Trump's second term.
Runtime:
30 min
BBC World News America — 22:00
In-depth reports on the major international and US news of the day presented from Washington DC.
Runtime:
30 min
Newsnight — 22:30
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Matt Chorley.
Runtime:
30 min
BBC World News America — 23:00
In-depth reports on the major international and US news of the day presented from Washington DC.
Runtime:
30 min
The President's Path — 23:30
US-Europe Breakup
Davos 2026 discussions underscore strains in US-Europe relations, as trade and security differences resurface and Donald Trump's influence shapes debate over the future of transatlantic cooperation.
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Friday 23 January) on BBC News, you can watch The World Today with Maryam Moshiri, The Context, The Context USA, and BBC World News America. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC News live?
You can watch BBC News live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC News today?
Today's programming on BBC News ends at 00:00 with The President's Path.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.