Humans Could Become Immortal This Century
Aaron Bastani meets Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston
The end of death is nigh.
MPs Vote for Assisted Dying
The assisted bill has passed its second reading with a majority of 55 MPs. Plus: The transport secretary has resigned; and Ireland prepares to vote. With Ash Sarkar and Aaron Bastani.
Putin Threatens to Strike Kyiv Amid Wave of Attacks
Vladimir Putin has threatened to use Russia’s new hypersonic ballistic missile against Ukraine. Plus: The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is creaking at the seams; and the Met Police have arrested several Kurdish activists. With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.
Ceasefire Comes Into Effect in Lebanon
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has come into effect. Plus: we speak to Jamie Hale about the assisted dying bill. With Steven Methven and Helena No Justice MTG.
Israel Bombards Lebanon As They Discuss Ceasefire Deal With Hezbollah
Israel has ramped up its bombardment of Lebanon. We ask Trita Parsi whether the next ceasefire can hold. Plus: Drink spiking is set to become a specific criminal offence in the UK; and we discuss the new assisted dying bill. With Michael Walker and Mike Bankole.
2 Million Sign Musk-Backed Petition to Bring Down Starmer
A petition calling for a general election backed by Elon Musk has amassed over two million signatures. Plus: The huge climate deal at COP29 pitting poorer nations against richer ones. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
Trains Are Better Than Cars. Here’s Why
Aaron Bastani meets Gareth Dennis
On the false hope of electric vehicles, the Hyperloop scam and why Rachel Reeves doesn’t understand potholes.
Would the UK Arrest Benjamin Netanyahu?
With an arrest warrant issued for Benjamin Netanyahu, the government say they would uphold international law but stop short of saying they would arrest the Israeli PM. Plus: Keir Starmer causes a stir by appearing to court asset management firm BlackRock. With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu. Watch Brett Christopher on Downstream: https://youtu.be/0jxL9Cktsao
Arrest Warrants Issued for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant
The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. With Steven Methven, @NoJusticeMTG & Francesca Fiorentini.
Ukraine Fires British Storm Shadow Missiles Inside Russia for First Time
Ukraine has fired British-made long range missiles into Russian territory. Plus: Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill to suspend U.S. military support for Israel. With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.
Ash Sarkar Spoke to Farmers Furious at Labour’s New Tax Laws
Ash Sarkar at the farmer's protest.
Is this Rachel Reeves’ biggest mistake yet?
Ana Kasparian on Trump’s Second Presidency
Michael Walker speaks to Ana Kasparian about Donald Trump’s return to the White House and where the Democrats went wrong. Plus: Ash Sarkar reports from the Westminster farmers’ protests. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
How MAGA Went Mainstream
Richard Hames Meets Joshua Citarella
How does the left gain power in a political scene turned to vapour?
Joe Biden Approves Use of US Missiles Deep Inside Russia
Joe Biden has permitted Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles in Russia. Plus: Brazil’s President Lula proposes a wealth tax for billionaires; and a right-wing columnist receives a visit from the police. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
‘Green Capitalism’ Is a Con
Ash Sarkar meets Andreas Malm
The ‘global community’s’ design solution for solving rising temperatures was flawed from the outset.
Trump Picks Anti-Vax Conspiracy Theorist to Lead Health Departmen
Donald Trump has put an anti-vaxxer in charge of American healthcare. Plus: Leading climate experts warn that COP is not fit for purpose. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
New York Reacts to Trump Win, Featuring Emma Vigeland of the Majority Report
Richard Hames reports from the USA.
New Yorkers give their take on Donald Trump’s victory and the future of the American left.
Donald Trump’s Cabinet Picks Get Even Worse
Donald Trump’s cabinet gets even weirder with the appointment of Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard. Plus: The US trade war with China; and how the media failed Palestine. With Steven Methven and @NoJusticeMTG