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 Saturday 29 August 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC News Schedule — Sat 29 Aug
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
12:30 AM
Talking Business — 00:30
Water has been a flashpoint in the Middle East and worldwide demand is outstripping supply, so how do we make sure there's enough to go round?
Runtime:
30 min
1:00 AM
1:30 AM
Tech Now — 01:30
Compilation programme: Shiona McCallum has a round-up of the key innovations and trends on show at VivaTech in Paris, as Andrew Rogers reviews some of the latest ear defender technology on the market.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 AM
2:30 AM
Streets of Gold: Mumbai — 02:30
Episode 2
Jimmy Mistry, a Parsi business tycoon, designed his own skyscraper. Building an empire after India's 1991 economic reforms, he now embodies entrepreneurs who pair wealth with philanthropy at scale.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 AM
3:30 AM
Panorama — 03:30
Will Robots Take My Job?
As Silicon Valley plans massive changes in the workplace, reporter Richard Bilton investigates the rise of the robots and what it could mean for all of us.
Runtime:
30 min
4:00 AM
4:30 AM
The Road to Hope with Fergal Keane — 04:30
BBC journalist Fergal Keane has spent 40 years witnessing the worst that humanity can do - genocide, war, and famine. So why is he full of hope?
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 AM
5:30 AM
The Travel Show — 05:30
The Zoological Society of London - the charity that runs London Zoo - is celebrating its 200th birthday this year. Roma Wells asks: what are zoos for?
Runtime:
30 min
6:00 AM
Breakfast — 06:00
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.
Runtime:
3 hr
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
11:30 AM
Talking Business — 11:30
Water has been a flashpoint in the Middle East and worldwide demand is outstripping supply, so how do we make sure there's enough to go round?
Runtime:
30 min
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
Talking Movies — 13:30
Summer Blockbuster Season
A review of Hollywood's summer movie season and the success of the blockbusters The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Plus, the triumph of low-budget horror films Obsession and Backrooms.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
The Climate Question — 14:30
Does Climate Change Fuel Epidemics?
Scientists are warning that climate change and deforestation increase the risk of outbreaks of deadly diseases like Ebola. How big is the danger? And what action can we take?
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
Panorama — 16:30
Will Robots Take My Job?
As Silicon Valley plans massive changes in the workplace, reporter Richard Bilton investigates the rise of the robots and what it could mean for all of us.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
BBC News — 18:30
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
BBC News — 19:30
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
11:30 PM
Talking Business — 23:30
Water has been a flashpoint in the Middle East and worldwide demand is outstripping supply, so how do we make sure there's enough to go round?
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 29 August) on BBC News, you can watch BBC News, and Global Eye. 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 Talking Business.
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.