BBC R4 FM Tens of thousands are evacuated as wildfires sweep parts of western Europe. We hear a dispatch from the continent. With Nick Eardley. 2026-07-25 Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated. 2026-07-25 Lucy Porter is joined by John Tothill, Kyrah Gray and Amy Annette to talk all things current-ish events. 2026-07-25 Fallon is rocked by an unexpected discovery, and Susan makes a decision. 2026-07-25 On the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode look at films that confine their action to a single day (and occasionally, night). 2026-07-25 Alex Forsyth presents political debate from the University of Birmingham with Saqib Bhatti MP, Lord Falconer, Baroness Fox and Polly Mackenzie. 2026-07-25 The world's first successful IVF baby is born, a tsunami devastates the Egyptian city of Alexandria, and the 'Window Tax' is abolished in the UK. 2026-07-25 The American writer Joe Queenan with his latest brief history - are strangers an opportunity or a threat? 2026-07-25 In-depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective. 2026-07-25 5/10. Rowan still doesn't know what has happened to her husband and suspects foul play. She is determined to find out the truth. 2026-07-25 Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House. 2026-07-25 Two writers, who between them cover crime, football and music, talk about their favourite books, on subjects including a disintegrating marriage and the ethics of journalism. 2026-07-25 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-25 5/5. In this series of new writing, mud and Charles Darwin bring award-winning writer Rebecca to a deeper understanding of her mother's death-and life. 2026-07-25 The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 2026-07-25 BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service. 2026-07-25 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-25 The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 2026-07-25 A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with the Reverend Doctor Stephen Wigley. 2026-07-25 Ten coastal encounters. Richard King meets Ellie Deas in Anstruther harbour. 2026-07-25 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-25 The writer and structural engineer behind The Shard, Roma Agrawal, takes Martha Kearney to Kilburn Grange Park in London - an oasis through some difficult times of her life. 2026-07-25 Charlotte Smith presents a panel discussion at the Royal Welsh Show, asking 'what's the best use of land in Wales?'. 2026-07-25 The latest weather reports and forecast. 2026-07-25 News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day. 2026-07-25 1/5. Comedian and author Stewart Lee explores the story and ideas of counter-culture since the end of the Second World War, and its uncertain status in today's digital world. 2026-07-25 What does it mean to have healthy eyes? How can we protect our eyes? Chris and Xand van Tulleken discuss how best to look after your eyes throughout your life. 2026-07-25 Greg Jenner is joined in ancient Egypt by Dr Campbell Price and comedian Sikisa to learn all about Tutankhamun's parents, Nefertiti and Akhenaten. 2026-07-25 5/6. Jay Rayner and the panel return for a postbag special, debating the merits of different kitchen utensils, savoury alternatives to birthday cake, and what truly defines a salad. 2026-07-25 Gabriel Gatehouse explores the world of geoengineering. 2026-07-25 The Cockroach Janta Party is now one of India's most visible youth movements, driving tens of thousands of students to protest about education and job opportunities. 2026-07-25 The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-25 How might the way older generations are passing on their wealth be changing? 2026-07-25 Lucy Porter is joined by John Tothill, Kyrah Gray and Amy Annette to talk all things current-ish events. 2026-07-25 The latest weather forecast. 2026-07-25 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-25 Alex Forsyth presents political debate from the University of Birmingham with Saqib Bhatti MP, Lord Falconer, Baroness Fox and Polly Mackenzie. 2026-07-25 Listeners respond to the issues raised in the preceding edition of Any Questions? 2026-07-25 Fallon is rocked by an unexpected discovery, and Susan makes a decision. 2026-07-25 2/2. Tanya Moodie, Nicola Coughlan and Ray Fearon star in this dark and scandalously funny French masterpiece, in a brand new version by Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre. 2026-07-25 Actor Lena Headey on whatever happened to the #MeToo movement? 2026-07-25 Full coverage of the day's news. 2026-07-26 Leader of the Opposition Kemi Badenoch on reforming welfare, bantering with Burnham - and what the Conservative Party and Professor Snape have in common. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecast. 2026-07-26 Wildfires force more than a quarter of a million people to leave parts of France & Spain. 2026-07-26 Kiri Pritchard-McLean is joined in Salford by writer Chris Chibnall, comedian Ayoade Bamgboye, actor Wendi Peters and there's music from The Anchoress and Later Youth. 2026-07-26 1/5. Matthew Bannister is marking twenty years of Radio 4's Last Word by looking at how our attitudes to death, dying and the way we memorialise our dead have changed. 2026-07-26 Nicky Campbell explores how boarding schools are embracing change, blending tradition with inclusivity, wellness and global perspectives. 2026-07-26 One Scottish community's fight to save the Govanhill Baths, and the wider story of public baths and wash houses in Britain. 2026-07-26 12/11. In a quiet village, 20 dead animals are left outside a school one night. But why? Journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor investigate something sinister in the British countryside. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 Leyla Kazim asks: What happened next? We return to past Food Programme stories, including the first harvest and pressing of commercially grown English olive oil. 2026-07-26 4/4. This week, the Parish's favourite Troubadour loses a short battle with electricity and health and wellbeing officer Janice Fever swims in effluent! 2026-07-26 Simon Reeve hosts a geography quiz where two teams race across a virtual map, travelling from country to country by answering questions about the world ahead. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 The Irish writer on her latest book, The Truth About Ruby Cooper, and, together with presenter James Crawford, they explore the novel's connections to three other literary works. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 2026-07-26 BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping. 2026-07-26 Bells on Sunday comes from the Church of St Stephen in Old Radnor in Powys, Wales. 2026-07-26 In Touch discusses some new projects by visually impaired comedy writers. One is a podcast called You've Got Braille and the other focuses on stand-up. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 Forty years after the Chernobyl disaster, Colm Flynn meets Irish humanitarian Adi Roche, whose Christian faith inspired decades of work with children affected by the fallout. 2026-07-26 Caz Graham hears how a chance encounter with some abandoned ducks has helped a young Cumbrian farmer grow his confidence, his maths skills and a burgeoning egg business. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecast. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week with Emily Buchanan. 2026-07-26 Dame Ellen MacArthur makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust. 2026-07-26 The latest weather reports and forecast. 2026-07-26 National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 2026-07-26 Paula Gooder explores 'Body Theology' why valuing and celebrating bodies is central to the Christian faith. 2026-07-26 In 1944, as World War II was drawing to a close, the Mexican love song Besame Mucho crossed the Atlantic and became one of the most recognisable melodies of the post-war era. 2026-07-26 Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about birds inspired by their calls, songs and behaviour. 2026-07-26 Andy Burnham gives his first broadcast interview as PM to Laura Kuenssberg. Also on BH presented by Anita Anand, wildfires and Wham! in China. 2026-07-26 Sir Roger Deakins, cinematographer, shares the eight tracks, book and luxury item he would take with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne. 2026-07-26 Opportunity knocks for Harrison and Bert causes concern. 2026-07-26 1/5. Matthew Bannister is marking twenty years of Radio 4's Last Word by looking at how our attitudes to death, dying and the way we memorialise our dead have changed. 2026-07-26 1/6. Paul tackles Teething Problems and Lucy channels her inner Sherlock Holmes. 2026-07-26 The latest weather forecast. 2026-07-26 How much has the kingdom changed under Mohammed Bin Salman and his grand plans? 2026-07-26 Why has anti-social behaviour by young people become such a problem in one part of Greater Manchester and what does it tell us about life for teenagers in similarly troubled towns? 2026-07-26 Kathy Clugston and the GQT panel visit Clarkston Halls in East Renfrewshire to discuss fragrant plants for a windswept balcony and transforming a shady moss-filled shared garden. 2026-07-26 The series that looks at books, plays and stories and how they work. John Yorke shows how Alice Childress's 1954 play has retained its power and relevance. 2026-07-26 Alice Childress's seminal 1955 play about simmering tensions in a rehearsal room. Contains language which some may find offensive. 2026-07-26 Scottish crime writer Christopher Brookmyre on his latest novel, Quite Ugly One Evening, and, together with presenter James Crawford, they explore its links to three other books. 2026-07-26 Nationwide general knowledge quiz. Spotlights on René Magritte, Ru Paul's Drag Race, 21st century literature and Greek myths. 2026-07-26 In 1898, the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale, invited the Muslim leader, Aga Khan III, around to her London home for tea. 2026-07-27