5 Live News Specials

After a 14 hour shift treating coronavirus patients, A&E consultant Dr Al called 5 Live's Stephen Nolan to describe the situation as hospitals struggle to cope. He provided a stark insight into the choices doctors are having to make - as they try to save as many lives as possible - and told us his concerns for the future.

In a ground-breaking social experiment for the BBC's Crossing Divides series, 5 Live invited 40 people to break out of their bubble and have a face-to-face conversation with a person whose views were fundamentally different to their own.Did they find common ground? The results might surprise you…(Pictured: Matthew advises police on knife crime. Support worker Lindsay describes herself as a 'fat activist'. On the day, they discussed whether obese people should pay more tax to fund the NHS).

What’s the latest health advice? What should you do if you are planning a trip abroad? Will there be an impact on businesses? A panel of experts and BBC reporters around the world answer questions on the coronavirus outbreak. This BBC News Special was broadcast on BBC One at 7:30pm on 2 March 2020.

Choreographer and dancer Todrick Hall, who is currently a judge on The Greatest Dancer, speaks to 5 Live Breakfast about his passion for dance, and how he got into the industry.Hall, who has choreographed for Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, said that when he was younger it was “unheard of” for a “young, black boy to be dancing” – and he said he’s been really pleased to see so many boys taking part in the show.

Consultant virologist Dr Chris Smith and clinical lecturer Dr Nathalie McDermott answer concerns and questions from listeners about coronavirus, in a special Your Call hosted by Nicky Campbell. Plus, travel expert Simon Calder discusses potential disruption to holidays.

News of the EU referendum result gripped the nation and split opinion - but how did the first moments after the announcement actually sound?At 4.40am on 24th June 2016, with some results yet to call, the BBC announced that the Leave campaign was projected to win the most votes. Shortly afterwards at 5am, 5 Live's Nicky Campbell and Rachel Burden heard reaction from reporters, politicians and voters across the UK.As Britain enters the transition period before leaving the EU, listen back to 5 Live Breakfast's first hour of coverage following the referendum result.

A rescue deal for the airline Flybe has been agreed with the government, by deferring air passenger duty payments.But should we be saving airlines when we need to tackle climate change?5 Live’s Nicky Campbell puts the question to callers.

At 10 Downing Street, BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker asks the prime minister about Iran, Brexit and Harry and Meghan.

After hearing coverage of the British teenager found guilty of lying about being raped by a group of young Israelis in Cyprus, one listener, ‘Rachel’ got in touch and wanted to share her story.20 years ago Rachel (not her real name) says she was raped whilst on holiday in Ayia Napa, but chose to not report it to Cypriot police.She told 5 Live's Emma Barnett that it has played on her mind ever since - but recent events have made her feel she “did the right thing”.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced they will step back as "senior" royals and work to become financially independent.BBC Radio 5 Live callers share their views on whether they back Harry and Meghan’s decision.

In the first Prime Minister's Questions of the new parliament, year and decade, Prime Minister Boris Johnson clashes with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn over Iran. Listen back to the first 30 minutes of debate, plus hear analysis and reaction from 5 Live’s Emma Barnett, associate editor of the Daily Mirror Kevin Maguire and Sunday Times deputy political editor Caroline Wheeler. First broadcast 8th January at 12:00 GMT on The Emma Barnett Show, BBC Radio 5 Live.

Following the story of Reynard Sinaga - "the most prolific rapist in British legal history" - 5 Live hears from survivors of male rape and the man who led the prosecution.Sinaga was found guilty of 159 sex offences, including 136 rapes, and sentenced to life in prison. The 36-year-old targeted men leaving nightclubs and bars before leading them to his flat in Manchester city centre, where he drugged and assaulted them - filming the attacks.5 Live's Nicky Campbell speaks to deputy chief crown prosecutor Ian Rushton, who led the team in the Reynhard Sinaga case, and male rape survivors such as James, who was also targeted by a man on a night out.Please note: This phone-in does not discuss explicit sexual details but instead the impact of sexual assault. If you have been affected by the discussion, and would like information about where to find help and support, please visit the BBC Action Line website.

Tensions between the US and Iran have been high recently, following the killing of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani by the US in Baghdad.Iran declared it would no longer abide by any of the restrictions imposed by the 2015 nuclear deal, and President Donald Trump threatened that the US could strike back at Iran in the event of retaliation for Soleimani's death "in a disproportionate manner".So what is happening, and why?5 Live's Nicky Campbell put your questions to a panel of experts: Jonathan Marcus, BBC Diplomatic Correspondent; Martin Lanni, former Royal Navy Liaison officer to the US Fifth Fleet in the Middle-East; global politics writer Tim Marshall; Emma Sky, US military political advisor and Middle Eastern politics lecturer; and Dr Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi from defence thinktank RUSI.

In a galaxy not so far away, 5 Live's Rachel Burden is joined by callers, real Jedi followers and Star Wars actor Warwick Davies - to discuss how the films became part of our shared culture.

Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn face each other in the BBC's Prime Ministerial debate.

Thomas Gray was one of the heroes who tackled terrorist attacker Usman Khan to the ground on London Bridge. He tells Stephen Nolan about what happened.

Nick Robinson chairs an election debate in Cardiff between leaders and senior figures from the seven major political parties of Great Britain.

Fiona Bruce presents a Leaders Special edition of Question Time. Boris Johnson, Jeremy Corbyn, Jo Swinson and Nicola Sturgeon take questions from an audience in Sheffield.

In a Newsnight special, Emily Maitlis interviews the Duke of York as he speaks for the first time about his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and allegations which have been made against him over his own conduct. You can watch the interview, filmed at Buckingham Palace, on BBC iPlayer. This interview was broadcast on Up All Night with Dotun Adebayo on BBC Radio 5 Live on Sunday 17 November.

A victim of modern slavery has told BBC Radio 5 Live how he was forced to work seven days a week for seven years. Sanu, not his real name, came to the UK from Bangladesh to study and was befriended by a man who offered him a job in his shop. This man manipulated every aspect of Sanu’s life and forced him to work continuously without a day off. Sanu told Nihal Arthanayake that the man ‘controlled me like you’d play a computer game’. Sanu’s situation only came to the attention of authorities when a customer offered him a lifeline at the end of 2018. He's now living in a Salvation Army safe house and is telling his story in the hope of saving others still trapped in modern slavery.If you’re concerned about modern slavery, advice can be found at www.modernslaveryhelpline.org or call 08000 121 700You can also contact the Salvation Army's 24/7 confidential referral helpline on 0300 303 8151 and find more information at www.salvationarmy.org.uk/modern-slavery.