BBC News TV Guide
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BBC News Schedule — Sun 12 Apr
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The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
12:30 AM
The Media Show — 00:30
Investigating Sam Altman
Ronan Farrow explains his investigation into Sam Altman; AI journalist Madhumita Murgia on the issues it raises; Misha Glenny on his new podcast The Race to Control the World.
Runtime:
30 min
1:00 AM
1:30 AM
Adventures in Conservation — 01:30
Michaela Strachan journeys to Uzbekistan's remote mountains to track the elusive snow leopard. She joins park rangers to lay camera traps and collect vital data.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 AM
2:30 AM
Scams & Scandals — 02:30
What happens when the sperm or egg donor you choose isn't the one you get? We speak to British families who have made disturbing discoveries about their IVF treatment in northern Cyprus.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 AM
3:30 AM
The Climate Question — 03:30
How do the Oceans Shape Our World?
The oceans cover about 70 per cent of the planet and are crucial for life on Earth. Oceanographer Helen Czerski reveals how the seas around us regulate the climate and the weather, even in the desert.
Runtime:
30 min
4:00 AM
4:30 AM
Global Eye — 04:30
Inside China's Schools for 'Rebellious' Teens
The Eye team investigates Chinese disciplinary schools promising to ‘fix’ problem children at a devastating cost and Mariko Oi is in Singapore.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 AM
5:30 AM
Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook — 05:30
Continuing her culinary travels, chef Rachel Khoo visits the rugged and romantic Catalonian coastline and explores its coves to uncover some local foodie secrets.
Runtime:
30 min
6:00 AM
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg — 09:00
The Failure of Peace Talks, and Tucker Carlson on Trump
Victoria Derbyshire presents, with guests including health secretary Wes Streeting MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey MP, defence secretary James Cartlidge MP and commentator Tucker Carlson.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
10:10 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
The Media Show — 13:30
Investigating Sam Altman
Ronan Farrow explains his investigation into Sam Altman; AI journalist Madhumita Murgia on the issues it raises; Misha Glenny on his new podcast The Race to Control the World.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
Tech Now — 14:30
Inside Europe’s Space Race
Adrienne Murray visits the Esrange Spaceport in the extreme north of Sweden, to explore the latest tech being developed and tested inside Europe's space race.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
Global Eye — 16:30
Inside China's Schools for 'Rebellious' Teens
The Eye team investigates Chinese disciplinary schools promising to ‘fix’ problem children at a devastating cost and Mariko Oi is in Singapore.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
The Iran War — 18:30
Today: 12/04/2026
A daily briefing from BBC News on the latest developments on the Israel-US war in Iran.
Runtime:
15 min
6:45 PM
7:00 PM
Debate Night — 19:00
Leaders Special
Leaders of the Scottish National Party, Scottish Labour, Scottish Conservatives, Scottish Greens, Scottish Liberal Democrats and Reform UK Scotland face questions from a live studio audience.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
11:30 PM
The Climate Question — 23:30
How do the Oceans Shape Our World?
The oceans cover about 70 per cent of the planet and are crucial for life on Earth. Oceanographer Helen Czerski reveals how the seas around us regulate the climate and the weather, even in the desert.
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 12 April) on BBC News, you can watch Debate Night, Newscast, and BBC News. 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 Climate Question.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
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