BBC News TV Guide & Listings (France Timezone)
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 18 April 2026 in the France timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
Times shown in the France timezone.
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Dates
BBC News Schedule — Sat 18 Apr
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 6:00 AM (6:00 AM UK Time )
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
With rising fuel prices and strangled shipping routes, Lukwesa Burak finds out how leaders of companies and countries alike are pivoting to cope with yet another game-changing economic crisis.
Runtime:
30 min
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
The President's Path — 13:30
Join Caitríona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda for a dynamic weekly discussion on the US presidency.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
AI Decoded — 14:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
3:45 PM
Newswatch — 15:45
Your views on the coverage of events by BBC News, answered by the editors and decision makers in charge.
Runtime:
15 min
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
World Questions — 16:30
Nepal
Youth protests led to a new government, but can it deliver? Jonny Dymond chairs a panel drawn from politicians and activists as they debate questions from a large audience in Kathmandu.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
The Climate Question — 18:30
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
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Tech Now — 19:30
MWC Barcelona: What's New In Phone Tech?
Paul Carter checks out the newest phones, gadgets and trends from MWC Barcelona. Suranjana Tewari explores developments in drone technology at the Singapore Airshow.
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
With rising fuel prices and strangled shipping routes, Lukwesa Burak finds out how leaders of companies and countries alike are pivoting to cope with yet another game-changing economic crisis.
Runtime:
30 min
12:00 AM
12:30 AM
The Media Show — 00:30
A global, topical weekly show that lifts the hood on the entertainment and news business. The Media Show explores the companies and personalities who command our attention.
Runtime:
30 min
1:00 AM
1:30 AM
Arts in Motion — 01:30
Cecilia Bartoli
Cecilia Bartoli maps her extraordinary career. Moving from intimate rehearsals to world-renowned stages, Cecilia unveils the unrivalled devotion and interpretive brilliance that underlie her genius.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 AM
2:30 AM
The Climate Question — 02:30
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
3:00 AM
3:30 AM
AI Decoded — 03:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
4:00 AM
4:30 AM
Global Eye — 04:30
How Pakistan positioned itself as a peace broker
Farhad Javed reports on Pakistan's role in the US-Iran ceasefire, and we hear how routine visits for medical treatment in Pakistan have led to children becoming infected with HIV.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 AM
5:30 AM
Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook — 05:30
Provence
Rachel Khoo continues her culinary journey taking in the rural beauty of the historical province of southeastern France, Provence. Here, Rachel explores the mountain towns and olive groves.
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 18 April) on BBC News, you can watch BBC News, Tech Now, and Newscast. 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 06:00 (07:00 your time) with Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook.
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.