NewsBBC InDepthSign up to get the InDepth newsletterEmma Barnett and John Simpson bring you the most thought-provoking deep reads and analysis, every SaturdayThe £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 Islam34 mins 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 bitten3 days agoBBC 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 generation17 May 2026BBC InDepthIs it harder than ever to be prime minister?Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?16 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 men6 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.7 days agoBBC 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 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?How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the ToriesThe first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local electionsLabour MPs have put Starmer on notice after election battering. Can he turn it around?Even the prime minister's most loyal ministers are pushing him to change, writes Laura Kuenssberg.Best of SoundsCrowdScienceSea levels are rising due to climate change, but why are some places noticing it more?The InquiryHas Hungary’s recent election put an end to disunity in the bloc?File on 4 InvestigatesHow much of a threat to the UK are homemade printed weapons?UnderstandAfter watching their local river grow murky and lifeless, two neighbours fight back.Best of iPlayerThe Future with Hannah FryProfessor Hannah Fry explores the science and technology of the future.Children of the BlitzSome of the last survivors of the Blitz, children who weren't evacuated, tell their story.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.
