Today

Not in Kansas any more: Republicans get a thrashing

In the end, the result was clear and uncontested: Democrats had an astonishingly good night. Our editors and correspondents across America report on the proceedings, and we ask what comes next—for Democrats, for Republicans and for Trumpism more widely.Guests and host:Edward Carr ... Show More

21m 54s

Yesterday

Fertile ambitions: scientists’ plans to slow the biological clock

Two European startups are tackling the chromosomal abnormalities that make it difficult for older women to get pregnant. Their innovations might also prevent younger women from miscarrying. Belarusian culture looks increasingly Russian. And the world is taking a liking to biltong ... Show More

21m 37s

Nov 2

Off to the races: our American-midterms preview

Ahead of tomorrow’s legislative elections we consider the chances of a “blue wave”, the most influential demographics this time around and whether to expect election-administration trouble. Young people are deciding that bricks-and-mortar investment is not as dependable as the st ... Show More

24m 22s

Jan 2025

Arrest development: South Korea’s Yoon held

After dramatic scenes in South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol has been detained on insurrection charges, stemming from his attempt to impose martial law in December. But, says our correspondent, the political and economic fallout is not over. The craze for plastic surgery reaches ... Show More

22m 44s

Apr 2025

Over the Yoon: South Korea ousts president

South Korea has been paralysed since its president declared martial law in December. Even after his impeachment, politicians face a divided polity and battered economy. Why governments should pay attention to the “Henry” – High Earner, Not Rich Yet (9:49). And what tiffs over tof ... Show More

20m 59s

Jan 2025

What is fueling South Korea’s political drama?

Impeachment proceedings against suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol are in full swing. Authorities have made a second attempt to detain him over his brief martial law declaration, but he remains holed up in his fortified residence, backed by supporters waving US flags ... Show More

22m 11s

Dec 2024

South Korea: What was the President thinking?

South Korean MPs have begun impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after his shock announcement of martial law that sparked a very short-lived political crisis.<br /><br />On the Sky News Daily Niall Paterson asks, what was he thinking? <br /><br />He speaks to ... Show More

16m 30s

Jan 2025

Ukraine peace delay, TikTok alternative, SKorea arrest and wildfire aid fight

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is arrested and questioned by authorities over his failed attempt to impose martial law. Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, endured a tough confirmation hearing grilling from Democrats over his inexperience, alle ... Show More

12m 42s

Jun 2025

Another Take: What is fueling South Korea’s political drama?

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on January 14th, 2025. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Impeachment proceedings against suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol are in full swing. Au ... Show More

23m 15s

Jan 2025

Seoul searching

South Korean lawmakers impeached not only their martial-law-declaring president but also the guy who stepped up to replace him. The Wall Street Journal's Korea bureau chief Timothy Martin explains the political K-drama. This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by ... Show More

25m 50s

Arrest development: South Korea’s Yoon h...