NewsBBC InDepthSign up to get the InDepth newsletterEmma Barnett and John Simpson bring you the most thought-provoking deep reads and analysis, every SaturdayHow pupils with special educational needs are more likely to see their schools closeIn schools that closed between 2020 and 2025, nearly 30% of children had special educational needs1 day agoBBC InDepthHow Putin became master of the imageFrom enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself. 3 days agoBBC InDepthWhy illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councilsA ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.20 May 2026BBC InDepthWhat really holds China and Russia togetherThe relationship endures despite a power imbalance, with both sides recognising that it is too important to fail.18 May 2026BBC InDepthThe £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoilCoffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam6 days agoBBC InDepthHow Saudi Arabia's spending spree reached the end of the lineMBS's Vison 2030 project seemed the stuff of science fiction. Now reality has bitten25 May 2026BBC InDepth'The vibes are young male vibes': Why prediction markets attract a certain typePrediction markets are a fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar industry, and appeal disproportionately to young men21 May 2026BBC InDepthAm I part of the luckiest generation in history?As young graduates criticise the terms of their student debt, Evan Davis asks whether baby boomers really were the luckiest generationIs it harder than ever to be prime minister?Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choiceLabour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.Royal finances face a cut. But will much really change?The monarchy faces an unusual cut in public funding and at the same an increase in demands for more financial transparency.How the Trump-Xi summit could set superpower relations for many years to comeTrump's whirlwind visit to China is the most significant for years - but will it bear fruit?Best of SoundsThe DocumentaryThe rise of the global manosphere, including Kenyan influencer Andrew KibeRare EarthTom Heap and Helen Czerski ask whether war is accelerating the shift from fossil fuelsThe History PodcastDavid Baddiel explores Englishness through the history of the England men's football team.The InquiryHas Hungary’s recent election put an end to disunity in the bloc?Best of iPlayerEmma Barnett: Fighting EndometriosisEmma Barnett exposes the devastating reality of endometriosis and its toll on women.The Mother of All ConsThe extraordinary story of a teenage girl and her charity Believe in Magic.Kidnapped by My MumAt 11 years old, Alex thought he was going on holiday. Instead, he vanished for six years.Making Life on Earth: Attenborough's Greatest AdventureThe epic story of the blockbuster series that changed David Attenborough’s life forever.
