• Why are website operators globally scrambling to fix security?
    Oct 22 2026

    A number of government and business websites went offline on Wednesday as a security measure - after a critical software update was issued over vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language. Sophy and Rob explain what PHP is and why the security scare has caused mass panic.

    Offenders who refuse to attend sentencing hearings could be banished to cells or banned from having any visitors.

    And a new study claims the absence of influential female figures in the exam curriculum is off-putting for girls and may be reflected in career choices.

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    10 mins
  • Is the UK about to start drilling for gas in the North Sea?
    Oct 21 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    Sophy and Rob discuss how the government is expected to give the go-ahead of a new gas-drilling operation in the North Sea - they talk about why and what to look out for when the decision comes.

    They have the latest on Ukraine, as Trump puts further pressure to Zelenskyy and Putin to make a deal to end the war.

    Antisemitism is on the rise in schools, but fewer than half of school and college students in England think serious action would be taken if they reported antisemitism.

    Plus, could a major Beatles attraction be on the way to Liverpool?

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    11 mins
  • What next for France after a weekend of violence and unrest?
    Oct 20 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    On today's episode, Sophy and Lucy discuss the latest on the French riots, stopping criminals in hospital claiming benefits and calls to raise Capital Gains Tax.

    An Australian MP is in a critical condition after being hit by a car in what the country's prime minister says may have been a deliberate attack.

    Plus, what's going on with e-bike rental company Lime responds to viral 'jousting' videos?

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    12 mins
  • Is Andy Burnham serious about fixing youth unemployment?
    Oct 19 2026

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    On today's episode, Wilf and Lucy have the latest on the French riots, Andy Burnham's youth unemployment plans and Donald Trump's sanctions on Russia.

    Plus, fines for passengers who play loud music on buses in England.

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    9 mins
  • Is America abandoning Ukraine in it's war against Russia?
    Oct 16 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    On today's episode, Anna and Kamali have the latest on the Oregon school shooting, Channel Tunnel collision and President Zelensky’s meeting with EU leaders to maintain support to fend off Russia’s invasion.

    Plus, a new bill supporting children's mental health is calling for students to spend more time outdoors during the school day.

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    11 mins
  • Should you be able to opt out of social media algorithms?
    Oct 15 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss how Zelensky feels 'betrayed' by Donald Trump over Starlink access, and the latest from Russell Brand's trial.

    Plus, Australia is tabling legislation that would force big tech to allow users to switch off social media algorithms.

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    10 mins
  • What's going on with the Lib Dems?
    Oct 14 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss Burnham's upcoming meeting with Zelensky, Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation and the man who was mauled to death by a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Plus, whether Lib Dem leader Ed Davey's job is under threat.

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    10 mins
  • Will Andy Burnham bring the UK closer to the EU?
    Oct 13 2026

    Cheat Sheet - all the news you need to know in 10 minutes.

    On today's episode, Sophy and Wilf discuss the latest forecast from the IMF, how Andy Burnham has reignited the Brexit debate, and the start of Russell Brand's rape trial. Plus, a senior figure in the Iran-backed Houthis has told Sky News that Saudi Arabia is to blame for civilian casualties this weekend.

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    9 mins