Paul Sinton-Hewitt, the founder of parkrun. Presented by Stephen Smith.
Published on Saturday, 20th April 2024.
Beyoncé, the first black woman to top the Billboard Country Chart with Cowboy Carter.
Published on Saturday, 13th April 2024.
Ireland's youngest and newest Taioseach in waiting.
Published on Saturday, 6th April 2024.
Rosemarie Mallett, bishop of Croydon.
Published on Saturday, 30th March 2024.
Wales’s new First Minister and leader of Welsh Labour.
Published on Saturday, 23rd March 2024.
The Levelling Up Secretary - the ultimate political survivor?
Published on Saturday, 16th March 2024.
The millionaire hedge fund manager backing GB News.
Published on Saturday, 9th March 2024.
Following her husband's death, is Yulia Navalnaya the new face of Russian opposition?
Published on Saturday, 2nd March 2024.
Artist Frank Auerbach, as a new exhibition, The Charcoal Heads, opens in London.
Published on Saturday, 24th February 2024.
The businessman known for hiring ex-offenders and championing prison reform.
Published on Saturday, 17th February 2024.
The new Northern Ireland Deputy First Minister.
Published on Saturday, 10th February 2024.
The British military chief calling for a 'citizen army'.
Published on Saturday, 3rd February 2024.
The charismatic German manager who has just announced his resignation from Liverpool FC.
Published on Saturday, 27th January 2024.
Youthful, charming and popular, who is the new French PM Gabriel Attal?
Published on Saturday, 20th January 2024.
The bestselling romance novelist and TikTok sensation.
Published on Saturday, 13th January 2024.
The former Brexit campaigner and leader of Reform UK preparing for the general election.
Published on Saturday, 6th January 2024.
Sir Mufti Hamid Patel, chief executive of education trust Star Academies.
Published on Saturday, 30th December 2023.
Polly Neate, CEO of the housing and homelessness charity Shelter.
Published on Saturday, 23rd December 2023.
Tucker Carlson, the former Fox newscaster, launching his own streaming network this week.
Published on Saturday, 16th December 2023.
Olivia Colman, the Oscar-winning actor appearing in the new film, Wonka.
Published on Saturday, 9th December 2023.
It has been a turbulent few weeks for Sam Altman, CEO of Open AI, owners of ChatGPT.
Published on Saturday, 2nd December 2023.
The new president of Argentina. Unconventional economist, Javier Milei.
Published on Saturday, 25th November 2023.
The new Home Secretary, James Cleverly, who's tasked with stopping small boats.
Published on Saturday, 18th November 2023.
US secretary of state Antony Blinken, who is facing huge challenges in the Middle East.
Published on Saturday, 11th November 2023.
The pop superstar, Taylor Swift, who’s reached billionaire status totally through music.
Published on Saturday, 4th November 2023.
Comedian, actor and screenwriter Sir Lenny Henry who's spent nearly 50 years in showbiz.
Published on Saturday, 28th October 2023.
The veteran Polish politician on the brink of a remarkable political comeback.
Published on Saturday, 21st October 2023.
Adam Kay is a Bafta-winning TV writer, author and comedian who used to work as a doctor.
Published on Saturday, 14th October 2023.
The Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer is hoping to become the UK's next prime minister.
Published on Saturday, 7th October 2023.
Lachlan Murdoch will become the boss of one of the world's most powerful media empires.
Published on Saturday, 30th September 2023.
Miriam Margolyes is at the peak of her career, even though she's been acting for decades.
Published on Saturday, 23rd September 2023.
TV presenter and former Big Brother host who has been on our screens for decades.
Published on Saturday, 16th September 2023.
Secretary of State for Defence, Grant Shapps.
Published on Saturday, 9th September 2023.
Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.
Published on Saturday, 29th July 2023.
The multi-millionaire entrepreneur and Just Stop Oil donor Dale Vince.
Published on Tuesday, 25th July 2023.
US President, Joe Biden, who’s seeking re-election in 2024
Published on Saturday, 15th July 2023.
Outspoken Red Wall MP and prominent voice in the New Conservatives movement.
Published on Saturday, 8th July 2023.
Russia's defence minister, Sergei Shoigu.
Published on Saturday, 1st July 2023.
The youngest person ever to receive a life peerage.
Published on Saturday, 24th June 2023.
The federal prosecutor taking on former President Trump in a classified documents case.
Published on Saturday, 17th June 2023.
The Chair of the Covid inquiry demanding the cabinet’s WhatsApp messages.
Published on Saturday, 10th June 2023.
Suella Braverman, the home secretary and former attorney general.
Published on Saturday, 3rd June 2023.
The creator of the critically acclaimed and multi-award winning Succession TV series.
Published on Saturday, 27th May 2023.
Enter the murky world of one of the most dominant men in Russia.
Published on Saturday, 20th May 2023.
How the son of a Black Sea coastguard became the controversial president of Turkey.
Published on Saturday, 13th May 2023.
The South African opera star performing at the coronation.
Published on Saturday, 6th May 2023.
The Queen Consort, Camilla, who will become Queen at the coronation of King Charles III.
Published on Sunday, 30th April 2023.
The Russian-British Putin critic and opposition activist sentenced to 25 years in jail.
Published on Saturday, 22nd April 2023.
The Hertfordshire-born physicist who's NASA’s new science chief.
Published on Saturday, 15th April 2023.
The New York prosecutor bringing criminal charges against Donald Trump.
Published on Saturday, 8th April 2023.
Humza Yousaf, new SNP leader and first minister of Scotland.
Published on Saturday, 1st April 2023.
The author of hard-hitting social policy reviews, most recently on the Met Police.
Published on Saturday, 25th March 2023.
Shadow chancellor and former economist, who was a national chess champion aged 14.
Published on Saturday, 18th March 2023.
Triathlete and screenwriter whose debut film is nominated for nine Oscars.
Published on Saturday, 11th March 2023.
The UK government's new chief scientific adviser and the first woman to hold the post.
Published on Saturday, 4th March 2023.
One of Britain's top composers, chosen to write new music for King Charles' coronation.
Published on Saturday, 25th February 2023.
The Oscar and Bafta nominee from one of the toughest districts in Dublin.
Published on Saturday, 18th February 2023.
The health secretary and former fusilier facing the flak over the NHS pay disputes.
Published on Saturday, 11th February 2023.
The naturalist, broadcaster, author and campaigner.
Published on Saturday, 4th February 2023.
The renowned photographer, film-maker and activist against the US opioid addiction crisis.
Published on Saturday, 28th January 2023.
The writer whose updates from his hospital bed are captivating the world.
Published on Saturday, 21st January 2023.
The new Education secretary, Gillian Keegan
Published on Saturday, 14th January 2023.
The new general secretary of the Trades Union Congress, Paul Nowak.
Published on Saturday, 7th January 2023.
The actor behind some of our favourite female leads.
Published on Saturday, 31st December 2022.
The TV chef who told us to relax in the kitchen - especially at Christmas.
Published on Saturday, 24th December 2022.
The Shadow Health Secretary, tipped by many as a future Labour leader.
Published on Saturday, 17th December 2022.
The minister organising the government response to the current wave of strikes.
Published on Saturday, 10th December 2022.
The first lady of Ukraine.
Published on Saturday, 3rd December 2022.
The comedian who threatened to shred £10K in David Beckham Qatar ambassador protest.
Published on Saturday, 26th November 2022.
The footballing superstar leading Wales into their first World Cup since 1958.
Published on Saturday, 19th November 2022.
The General Secretary and Chief Executive of the Royal College of Nursing.
Published on Saturday, 12th November 2022.
Is the controversial trade secretary and equalities minister a future PM?
Published on Saturday, 5th November 2022.
The classical violinist taking on her biggest gig yet – director of the Edinburgh Festival
Published on Saturday, 29th October 2022.
The chancellor, Surrey-based entrepreneur and protege of David Cameron.
Published on Saturday, 22nd October 2022.
Manchester City's Norwegian star striker, who has scored 20 goals in 13 games.
Published on Saturday, 15th October 2022.
The left wing, working class Brazilian aiming to become president once again.
Published on Saturday, 8th October 2022.
The little-known political consultant taking on the role of No. 10's chief of staff.
Published on Saturday, 1st October 2022.
The right-wing leader who's on the verge of becoming Italy's first female prime minister.
Published on Saturday, 24th September 2022.
The new Metropolitan Police Commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley.
Published on Saturday, 17th September 2022.
The new Chancellor of the Exchequer, tasked with tackling the cost of living crisis
Published on Saturday, 10th September 2022.
Irish actress, singer and 2022 Mercury Prize nominee Jessie Buckley.
Published on Saturday, 3rd September 2022.
The foreign secretary in the running to be the next prime minister.
Published on Saturday, 30th July 2022.
The former chancellor in the running to be the next prime minister.
Published on Saturday, 23rd July 2022.
The Dutch football manager tasked with leading England’s women to Euros glory on home soil
Published on Saturday, 16th July 2022.
The new chancellor of the exchequer, promoted by Boris Johnson this week.
Published on Saturday, 9th July 2022.
The Supreme Court Justice at the centre of overturning the right to abortion in the US.
Published on Saturday, 2nd July 2022.
As rail strikes disrupt travel across the UK, what makes the RMT leader Mick Lynch tick?
Published on Saturday, 25th June 2022.
Kate Bush, whose song Running up that Hill is storming the charts across the world.
Published on Saturday, 18th June 2022.
Johan Lundgren, chief executive officer of Easyjet, one of Europe's biggest airlines.
Published on Saturday, 11th June 2022.
Ben Stokes, the poster boy of English cricket and England's new captain.
Published on Saturday, 4th June 2022.
Boris Johnson’s election strategist, brought in to help the Conservatives win another term
Published on Saturday, 28th May 2022.
Food writer and anti-poverty activist, who rose to fame with her blog 'A Girl Called Jack’
Published on Saturday, 21st May 2022.
Northern Ireland’s first minister designate, Sinn Féin’s Michelle O‘Neill
Published on Saturday, 14th May 2022.
Philippine presidential frontrunner Ferdinand Marcos Jr, son of the late dictator.
Published on Saturday, 7th May 2022.
Winner of the prestigious Golden Lion award at Venice Biennale, British artist Sonia Boyce
Published on Saturday, 30th April 2022.
The creator and writer of the hit TV sitcom Derry Girls, now in its final series.
Published on Saturday, 23rd April 2022.
The National Rally leader hoping to be the next president of France.
Published on Saturday, 16th April 2022.
The man who defeated Amazon, President of the Amazon Labor Union, Christian Smalls.
Published on Saturday, 9th April 2022.
What drives the MoneySavingExpert who wants to help millions save money?
Published on Saturday, 2nd April 2022.
Joe Biden’s nominee for the US Supreme Court, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Published on Saturday, 26th March 2022.
The award-winning children’s author who’s just published her 114th novel.
Published on Saturday, 19th March 2022.
The photo-journalist documenting suspected war crimes in Ukraine.
Published on Saturday, 12th March 2022.
Nato secretary general tasked with preventing a third world war.
Published on Saturday, 5th March 2022.
The former deputy prime minister who’s landed a top job in Silicon Valley.
Published on Saturday, 26th February 2022.
The defence secretary and former soldier tasked with handling the Ukraine crisis.
Published on Saturday, 19th February 2022.
Comedian Jimmy Carr provoked outrage after a joke about Roma victims of the Holocaust.
Published on Saturday, 12th February 2022.
Mark Coles profiles Joe Rogan, the host of Spotify’s most popular podcast.
Published on Monday, 7th February 2022.
The Ukrainian comedian turned president facing the threat of Russian invasion.
Published on Saturday, 29th January 2022.
The mystery woman leading the investigation into Downing Street parties during lockdown.
Published on Saturday, 22nd January 2022.
Adrian Goldberg profiles World No.1 tennis star and Serbian hero, Novak Djokovic.
Published on Saturday, 15th January 2022.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of the Ukrainian conductor who's making history.
Published on Saturday, 8th January 2022.
The British curling coach hoping for golds in Beijing.
Published on Tuesday, 4th January 2022.
Pharoah Sanders’s 2021 album Promises has been called a spiritual album for the dark ages.
Published on Saturday, 25th December 2021.
The academic who left GlaxoSmithKline to become the government‘s chief scientific adviser.
Published on Saturday, 18th December 2021.
The far right French journalist turned politician running for president
Published on Saturday, 11th December 2021.
Artist Lubaina Himid is currently enjoying a retrospective at London’s Tate Modern.
Published on Saturday, 4th December 2021.
Mark Coles profiles the PM’s favourite fictional pig.
Published on Saturday, 27th November 2021.
The distinctive and divisive Leader of the House of Commons.
Published on Saturday, 20th November 2021.
The former ambulance driver trying to save Yorkshire County Cricket Club from collapse.
Published on Saturday, 13th November 2021.
The former punk rocker taking on the water companies over pollution.
Published on Saturday, 6th November 2021.
The woman behind the Newcastle United deal.
Published on Saturday, 30th October 2021.
Katharine Birbalsingh has been named the government’s new Social Mobility Commissioner.
Published on Saturday, 23rd October 2021.
Top-selling singer Adele has just released her first music for six years.
Published on Saturday, 16th October 2021.
British star of The Good Wife taking on the role of Hamlet. With Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 9th October 2021.
An insight into the character of Olaf Scholz, expected to be Germany's new leader.
Published on Saturday, 2nd October 2021.
The new foreign secretary with an unusual political trajectory.
Published on Saturday, 25th September 2021.
The Leader of the Liberal Democrats. On the weekend of their 'virtual' party conference.
Published on Saturday, 18th September 2021.
What drives the influential rapper and fashion mogul Kanye West, asks Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 11th September 2021.
New, private, socialist, back-to-the-workplace leader of the Unite union, Sharon Graham.
Published on Saturday, 4th September 2021.
Mark Coles profiles Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, political leader of the Taliban.
Published on Saturday, 28th August 2021.
The scientist leading the team behind the Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine.
Published on Saturday, 21st August 2021.
The innovative spoken word artist George the Poet.
Published on Saturday, 24th July 2021.
The British sprint cyclist making history, against the odds, in the Tour de France.
Published on Saturday, 17th July 2021.
From Wembley schoolboy to playing for England in a final at Wembley.
Published on Saturday, 10th July 2021.
British wheelchair tennis champion, who's aiming for Wimbledon victory and Tokyo gold.
Published on Saturday, 3rd July 2021.
The award-winning author who has found herself at the heart of a social media firestorm
Published on Saturday, 26th June 2021.
The military commando turned tech entrepreneur who is now prime minister of Israel.
Published on Saturday, 19th June 2021.
The multi-talented performer making BAFTA history with awards for 'I May Destroy You'.
Published on Saturday, 12th June 2021.
The new Mayor of Liverpool and the first black woman to lead a major UK city.
Published on Saturday, 5th June 2021.
The life and career of Kate Bingham, former head of the UK’s Vaccine Taskforce
Published on Saturday, 29th May 2021.
A profile of the newly elected leader of the Democratic Unionist Party.
Published on Saturday, 22nd May 2021.
We profile the life and career of Angela Rayner MP, deputy leader of the Labour Party.
Published on Saturday, 15th May 2021.
Can Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi survive his country's current coronavirus wave?
Published on Saturday, 8th May 2021.
The European Commission President who says she was left standing because she is a woman.
Published on Saturday, 1st May 2021.
The billionaire brothers who bought Asda after making a fortune from petrol stations.
Published on Saturday, 24th April 2021.
Chief Constable at the Police Service of Northern Ireland, who's facing calls to resign.
Published on Saturday, 17th April 2021.
The billionaire banker, whose financial firm has gone bust, threatening thousands of jobs
Published on Saturday, 10th April 2021.
Who is Emerald Fennell - the first UK woman to be nominated for an Oscar as Best Director?
Published on Saturday, 3rd April 2021.
AstraZeneca's CEO faces scrutiny as his company's vaccine comes under fire.
Published on Saturday, 27th March 2021.
Journalist, controversialist, celebrity - what's next for the man who craves headlines?
Published on Saturday, 20th March 2021.
The lead prosecutor in the trial for the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Published on Saturday, 13th March 2021.
The former dentist who’s just been elected the new leader of the Scottish Labour party.
Published on Saturday, 6th March 2021.
A think tank says she is playing a 'central role' in running the country, but who is she?
Published on Saturday, 27th February 2021.
The first African and first woman elected head of the World Trade Organisation.
Published on Sunday, 21st February 2021.
How the football manager with a criminal past has turned his life around. With Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 13th February 2021.
The first female british chef to win 3 Michelin stars at her own restaurant.
Published on Saturday, 6th February 2021.
Danish billionaire, ASOS shareholder and Scotland’s biggest private landowner.
Published on Saturday, 30th January 2021.
Mark Coles on the life of the screenwriter behind some of the most popular TV series.
Published on Saturday, 23rd January 2021.
The fascinating life of Vaccine Deployment Minister Nadhim Zahawi, with Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 16th January 2021.
The famed make-up artist and entrepreneur is the first in her industry to be made a dame.
Published on Saturday, 9th January 2021.
The activist tennis star set to light up the Tokyo Olympics - featuring Billie Jean King.
Published on Saturday, 2nd January 2021.
Becky Milligan charts the bumpy ride to stardom for the creator of Mrs Brown's Boys.
Published on Saturday, 26th December 2020.
Becky Milligan profiles the first black actor to win an Oscar, Emmy and Tony award.
Published on Saturday, 19th December 2020.
Dr June Raine, the UK's top medical regulator, makes the call on approving Covid vaccines.
Published on Saturday, 12th December 2020.
The chess prodigy and video game designer behind a breakthrough that could change medicine
Published on Saturday, 5th December 2020.
The former journalist, now Number 10’s new White House-style spokesperson.
Published on Saturday, 21st November 2020.
Mark Coles explores the lives and careers of the two doctors behind the Covid-19 vaccine.
Published on Saturday, 14th November 2020.
Mark Coles explores the life and career of the First Minister of Wales.
Published on Saturday, 7th November 2020.
The business woman and Bake Off judge now working to improve NHS hospital food.
Published on Saturday, 31st October 2020.
The chief strategic advisor to PM Boris Johnson who thrives on solving political problems.
Published on Saturday, 24th October 2020.
The former bricklayer steering Liverpool through the latest coronavirus lockdown.
Published on Saturday, 17th October 2020.
The man from Indiana who's 'a heartbeat away' from the US presidency.
Published on Saturday, 10th October 2020.
The billionaire who has given away his fortune. With Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 3rd October 2020.
The first and only black Formula 1 driver stands on the brink of a world record.
Published on Saturday, 26th September 2020.
The woman who, come November, could be "just a heartbeat away" from the US presidency.
Published on Saturday, 19th September 2020.
Why is Tony Abbott, former Australian PM, such a controversial choice for trade adviser?
Published on Saturday, 12th September 2020.
Who is the man newly promoted to head up the Civil Service?
Published on Saturday, 5th September 2020.
Who is the horse-loving peer now in charge of our public health? With Mark Coles
Published on Saturday, 29th August 2020.
Mark Coles profiles the scientist leading the Oxford University vaccine team.
Published on Saturday, 25th July 2020.
Mark Coles profiles President Trump’s political strategist and confidante Roger Stone.
Published on Saturday, 18th July 2020.
Mark Coles hears about the life of the man behind the Magnitsky Act, Bill Browder.
Published on Saturday, 11th July 2020.
Becky Milligan looks at the life of actor and activist Sir Ian McKellen.
Published on Saturday, 4th July 2020.
The No 10 adviser's appointment on a race inequality commission has caused controversy.
Published on Saturday, 27th June 2020.
The Manchester United forward who is credited with forcing a government U-turn this week.
Published on Saturday, 20th June 2020.
Mark Coles profiles former NASA astronaut and oceanographer, Dr Kathy Sullivan
Published on Saturday, 13th June 2020.
Mark Coles looks at the life of American rapper and activist Killer Mike.
Published on Saturday, 6th June 2020.
Edward Stourton profiles the attorney general for England and Wales, Suella Braverman.
Published on Saturday, 30th May 2020.
Mark Coles profiles Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the World Health Organisation.
Published on Saturday, 23rd May 2020.
Mark Coles profiles Dr Rosena Allin-Khan, Labour MP.
Published on Saturday, 16th May 2020.
Mark Coles profiles Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York.
Published on Saturday, 9th May 2020.
Becky Milligan looks at the life of North Korean politician Kim Yo-jong.
Published on Saturday, 2nd May 2020.
Mark Coles profiles Matt Hancock, Secretary of State for Health & Social Care for England
Published on Saturday, 25th April 2020.
Mark Coles looks at the life of Dame Vera Lynn.
Published on Saturday, 18th April 2020.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of Dominic Raab.
Published on Saturday, 11th April 2020.
Mark Coles profiles America’s top immunologist.
Published on Saturday, 4th April 2020.
Marks Coles looks at the life and music of the Polish pianist.
Published on Saturday, 28th March 2020.
The Bank of England's new governor starts his job amid economic chaos. How will he do?
Published on Saturday, 21st March 2020.
The coronavirus epidemic is a crisis for England's chief medical officer. How will he do?
Published on Saturday, 14th March 2020.
The home secretary facing allegations of bullying.
Published on Saturday, 7th March 2020.
The UK's chief Brexit negotiator
Published on Saturday, 29th February 2020.
The manager who's put Liverpool Football Club on the path to winning the treble.
Published on Friday, 21st February 2020.
Appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer within just five years of becoming an MP.
Published on Saturday, 15th February 2020.
The Syrian filmmaker exposing the horrors of life and death in war-torn Aleppo.
Published on Saturday, 8th February 2020.
The US Secretary of State caught up in the Ukraine impeachment scandal.
Published on Saturday, 1st February 2020.
The young, black cellist from Nottingham making chart history.
Published on Saturday, 25th January 2020.
The judge taking up the Supreme Court presidency as tensions with the government simmer.
Published on Saturday, 18th January 2020.
The Australian prime minister criticised over his response to the bushfire crisis.
Published on Saturday, 11th January 2020.
Becky Milligan looks at the life of Dina Asher-Smith, the fastest woman in British history
Published on Saturday, 4th January 2020.
Mark Coles looks at one of Britain’s most celebrated storytellers, Michael Morpurgo
Published on Saturday, 28th December 2019.
How Peckham schoolboy, John Boyega, became a Hollywood Stormtrooper.
Published on Saturday, 21st December 2019.
Mark Coles profiles Finland's new Prime Minister, Sanna Marin.
Published on Saturday, 14th December 2019.
Mark Coles profiles the head of the RMT union, Mick Cash.
Published on Saturday, 7th December 2019.
What does Ephraim Mirvis' entry into the political fray this week tell us about the man?
Published on Saturday, 30th November 2019.
The American rapper and singer nominated for eight Grammy Awards.
Published on Saturday, 23rd November 2019.
A look at the life of Adam Schiff, chair of the US House Intelligence Committeee.
Published on Saturday, 16th November 2019.
Mark Coles profiles the new speaker of the House of Commons.
Published on Saturday, 9th November 2019.
Becky Milligan explores how a Sydney teacher came to lead the England rugby team.
Published on Saturday, 2nd November 2019.
We explore the life and career of British artist Bridget Riley.
Published on Saturday, 26th October 2019.
Bernardine Evaristo is the first black British woman to win the Booker Prize.
Published on Saturday, 19th October 2019.
The president of Turkey who has sent troops into northern Syria.
Published on Saturday, 12th October 2019.
Rudy Giuliani is both a divisive figure and a man who once united his nation.
Published on Saturday, 5th October 2019.
Baroness Hale, president of the Supreme Court, delivered a bombshell ruling this week.
Published on Saturday, 28th September 2019.
Mark Coles looks at the life of former rugby player Gareth Thomas.
Published on Saturday, 21st September 2019.
The life story of the most controversial Commons speaker of modern times.
Published on Saturday, 14th September 2019.
Edward Stourton looks at the life of an unlikely rebel.
Published on Saturday, 7th September 2019.
Peter Navarro is the economist who’s egged President Trump on in his trade war with China.
Published on Saturday, 31st August 2019.
Becky Milligan takes a look at the life of Dominic Cummings.
Published on Saturday, 27th July 2019.
The Somali-born US congresswoman who's become a thorn in President Trump’s side.
Published on Saturday, 20th July 2019.
Ursula von der Leyen is likely to be the next president of the European Commission.
Published on Saturday, 13th July 2019.
Megan Rapinoe's US national team has made it to the Women's World Cup final.
Published on Saturday, 6th July 2019.
Sir Mark Sedwill is Cabinet secretary and the UK’s national security adviser.
Published on Saturday, 29th June 2019.
Joshua Wong has gone from schoolboy protester to Hong Kong's leading activist.
Published on Saturday, 22nd June 2019.
Jo Swinson, the favourite to be the next Liberal Democrat leader.
Published on Saturday, 15th June 2019.
The man Donald Trump described this week as a 'stone cold loser'.
Published on Saturday, 8th June 2019.
Sonita Alleyne is the first black woman to lead an Oxbridge college.
Published on Saturday, 1st June 2019.
John Bolton is the moustachioed US national security adviser pushing a hard line on Iran.
Published on Saturday, 25th May 2019.
Becky Milligan profiles the new poet laureate, Simon Armitage.
Published on Saturday, 18th May 2019.
Penny Mordaunt is the UK's first female defence secretary.
Published on Saturday, 11th May 2019.
Andy Evans will soon give evidence at the Infected Blood Inquiry. He's waited a long time.
Published on Saturday, 4th May 2019.
Mark Coles profiles the British hip hop artist Loyle Carner.
Published on Saturday, 27th April 2019.
Becky Milligan looks at the life of Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar.
Published on Saturday, 20th April 2019.
Marks Coles looks at the life of Tottenham Hotspur footballer, Danny Rose
Published on Saturday, 13th April 2019.
The primary school teacher at the centre of a row over LGBT rights.
Published on Saturday, 6th April 2019.
This week Oliver Letwin persuaded the Commons to try to agree its own Brexit plan.
Published on Saturday, 30th March 2019.
The New Zealand PM was widely praised for her response to the Christchurch attacks.
Published on Saturday, 23rd March 2019.
We profile Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web.
Published on Saturday, 16th March 2019.
Photographer Nan Goldin has been grabbing headlines not for her art but for her activism.
Published on Saturday, 9th March 2019.
Jennifer Doudna co-created the revolutionary gene editing technology CRISPR.
Published on Saturday, 2nd March 2019.
Becky Milligan profiles MP Luciana Berger of the newly formed Independent Group.
Published on Saturday, 23rd February 2019.
Mark Coles profiles transport secretary Chris Grayling.
Published on Saturday, 16th February 2019.
Mark Coles profiles the British-Ghanaian architect Sir David Adjaye.
Published on Saturday, 9th February 2019.
Edward Stourton profiles Venezuela’s self-declared interim president, Juan Guaido.
Published on Saturday, 2nd February 2019.
Becky Milligan profiles Conservative MP Nick Boles.
Published on Saturday, 26th January 2019.
Mark Coles profiles Greggs’ CEO Roger Whiteside.
Published on Saturday, 19th January 2019.
Mark Coles looks at the most powerful woman in American politics.
Published on Saturday, 12th January 2019.
The rise of a south London grime artist to global stardom.
Published on Saturday, 5th January 2019.
Becky Milligan profiles America’s First Lady.
Published on Saturday, 29th December 2018.
The founder of Netflix, the streaming service that’s turned us all into binge watchers.
Published on Saturday, 22nd December 2018.
Gail Bradbrook is behind the environmental protest group Extinction Rebellion.
Published on Saturday, 15th December 2018.
The Attorney General who told MPs to 'grow up' and 'get real.'
Published on Saturday, 8th December 2018.
The government's chief whip, charged with getting the PM's Brexit deal through Parliament.
Published on Saturday, 1st December 2018.
The new chair of the Parole Board, which rules on releasing the most serious prisoners.
Published on Saturday, 24th November 2018.
One of the world's most dangerous and powerful men is on trial in New York.
Published on Saturday, 17th November 2018.
The story of the youngest woman ever elected to the US congress.
Published on Saturday, 10th November 2018.
Edward Stourton looks at the life and career of Brazil's president-elect Jair Bolsonaro.
Published on Saturday, 3rd November 2018.
Helen Grady looks at the life of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Published on Saturday, 27th October 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Esther McVey, the minister defending universal credit.
Published on Saturday, 20th October 2018.
Mark Coles looks at the man behind the investigative website Bellingcat.
Published on Saturday, 13th October 2018.
Mark Coles profiles children's author and former children's laureate Malorie Blackman.
Published on Saturday, 6th October 2018.
Mark Coles looks at the life of one of the most successful golfers, Tiger Woods
Published on Saturday, 29th September 2018.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the woman behind BBC drama Killing Eve is profiled by Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 22nd September 2018.
Mark Coles looks at Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Trump's nominee for the US Supreme Court.
Published on Saturday, 15th September 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Labour shadow chancellor, John McDonnell.
Published on Saturday, 8th September 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Victor Headley, author of Yardie.
Published on Saturday, 1st September 2018.
One of the most powerful women in the city with Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 28th July 2018.
Hailed 'jazz's new messiah', who is 23-year-old Jacob Collier? Mark Coles finds out.
Published on Saturday, 21st July 2018.
Mark Coles profiles the new Brexit secretary, boxer and karate black belt Dominic Raab.
Published on Saturday, 14th July 2018.
Becky Milligan profiles the tennis superstar Serena Williams.
Published on Saturday, 7th July 2018.
Helen Grady profiles the Italian interior minister, Matteo Salvini.
Published on Saturday, 30th June 2018.
Labelled 'the rebel who forgot to rebel', who is Dominic Grieve? Mark Coles finds out.
Published on Saturday, 23rd June 2018.
Mark Coles profiles England football manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the 2018 World Cup.
Published on Saturday, 16th June 2018.
Ed Stourton profiles the billionaire philanthropist and investor George Soros.
Published on Saturday, 9th June 2018.
Ed Stourton profiles the leader of Sinn Fein Mary Lou McDonald.
Published on Saturday, 2nd June 2018.
Mark Coles profiles the prospective new Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte.
Published on Saturday, 26th May 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Childish Gambino, the creator of viral video hit This is America.
Published on Saturday, 19th May 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Gina Haspel, Donald Trump's controversial choice for CIA director.
Published on Saturday, 12th May 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Sajid Javid, the first British Asian to be made home secretary.
Published on Saturday, 5th May 2018.
The life and career of Windrush champion and Tottenham MP, David Lammy.
Published on Saturday, 28th April 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar.
Published on Saturday, 21st April 2018.
Karen Pierce is the UK's new ambassador at the UN in New York.
Published on Saturday, 14th April 2018.
Mark Coles tracks the life of Spotify co-founder and CEO Daniel Ek.
Published on Saturday, 7th April 2018.
Mark Coles explores the life of the adult film actress who is taking on President Trump.
Published on Saturday, 31st March 2018.
Big data, psychological warfare and mobile discos in the life of Nigel Oakes.
Published on Saturday, 24th March 2018.
The life story of Margarita Simonyan, head of the controversial Russian news network RT.
Published on Saturday, 17th March 2018.
Cycling hero Bradley Wiggins, who MPs have accused of 'crossing an ethical line'.
Published on Saturday, 10th March 2018.
Edward Stourton examines the life of Staffan de Mistura, the UN special envoy to Syria.
Published on Saturday, 3rd March 2018.
Mark Coles profiles the Oscar-nominated star of Get Out and Black Panther, Daniel Kaluuya.
Published on Saturday, 24th February 2018.
Becky Milligan looks at the life of South Africa's new president.
Published on Saturday, 17th February 2018.
He has been called the government's 'real Mr Brexit', but who is Oliver Robbins?
Published on Saturday, 10th February 2018.
The new lead commissioner for countering extremism has provoked criticism - why?
Published on Saturday, 3rd February 2018.
Edward Stourton profiles the football legend who has become president of Liberia.
Published on Saturday, 27th January 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Momentum leader Jon Lansman.
Published on Saturday, 20th January 2018.
Mark Coles profiles Oprah Winfrey following her speech at the Golden Globes.
Published on Saturday, 13th January 2018.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of President Hassan Rouhani.
Published on Saturday, 6th January 2018.
How a gambling hunch made the elusive Denise Coates Britain's best paid boss.
Published on Saturday, 30th December 2017.
Sarah Mullally, a former chief nurse, is appointed as London's first woman Bishop.
Published on Saturday, 23rd December 2017.
The 'Bitcoin billionaires' and Olympic rowers, the Winklevoss twins.
Published on Saturday, 9th December 2017.
Sue Gray is in the spotlight this week for her investigation into minister Damian Green.
Published on Saturday, 2nd December 2017.
Becky Milligan looks at the Russian businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin.
Published on Saturday, 25th November 2017.
Edward Stourton profiles the man hotly tipped to become the next president of Zimbabwe.
Published on Saturday, 18th November 2017.
Priti Patel, the ambitious right wing cabinet minister, forced to resign.
Published on Saturday, 11th November 2017.
An insight into the character of an influential person making the news headlines.
Published on Saturday, 4th November 2017.
England women's football player - and FA whistleblower - Eniola Aluko.
Published on Saturday, 28th October 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the man who some say really runs Europe, Martin Selmayr.
Published on Saturday, 21st October 2017.
Edward Stourton profiles Baroness Trumpington, famous for flicking a V sign in the Lords.
Published on Saturday, 14th October 2017.
Mark Coles profiles Mariano Rajoy, the Prime Minister of Spain.
Published on Saturday, 7th October 2017.
Mark Coles on the life and career of Gavin Williamson, chief whip of the House of Commons.
Published on Saturday, 30th September 2017.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of Antonio Guterres, UN secretary general.
Published on Saturday, 23rd September 2017.
Jake Wood, founder of Team Rubicon, the disaster relief group staffed by veterans.
Published on Saturday, 16th September 2017.
Nikki Haley - why the US ambassador to the UN is such an intriguing figure.
Published on Saturday, 9th September 2017.
Michelle O'Neill, leader of Sinn Fein.
Published on Saturday, 2nd September 2017.
Mark Coles profiles Crawford Falconer, who could prove key to Britain's post-Brexit future
Published on Saturday, 26th August 2017.
Becky Milligan profiles pop superstar Taylor Swift.
Published on Saturday, 19th August 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the England cricketer, Moeen Ali.
Published on Saturday, 12th August 2017.
General John Kelly, from a working class Boston neighbourhood to the White House.
Published on Saturday, 5th August 2017.
Mark Coles profiles Lady Brenda Hale, the new President of the UK Supreme Court.
Published on Saturday, 29th July 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the broadcaster Chris Evans.
Published on Saturday, 22nd July 2017.
Who is Rob Goldstone, the man at the centre of the Donald Trump junior/Russia saga?
Published on Saturday, 15th July 2017.
Mark Coles looks at the life of Mohammed Bin Salman, crown prince of Saudi Arabia.
Published on Saturday, 8th July 2017.
Sir Martin Moore-Bick, who is leading the public inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire.
Published on Saturday, 1st July 2017.
Emmanuel Macron is France's youngest-ever President. How did he rise so far so fast?
Published on Saturday, 24th June 2017.
Mark Coles looks at the life of Leo Varadkar, Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland.
Published on Monday, 19th June 2017.
Mark Coles takes an updated look at leader of the DUP, Arlene Foster.
Published on Saturday, 10th June 2017.
Mark Coles profiles artist Cornelia Parker, 2017's official election artist.
Published on Saturday, 3rd June 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the director David Lynch.
Published on Saturday, 27th May 2017.
Mark Coles profiles Robert Mueller, special counsel leading the Trump-Russia investigation
Published on Saturday, 20th May 2017.
Becky Milligan profiles the former editor of The Sun, Kelvin MacKenzie.
Published on Saturday, 13th May 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker.
Published on Saturday, 6th May 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the Queen of Soul.
Published on Saturday, 29th April 2017.
Mark Coles talks to those who know Sam Warburton.
Published on Saturday, 22nd April 2017.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of the American secretary of state, Rex Tillerson.
Published on Saturday, 15th April 2017.
Becky Milligan profiles the tiny British Overseas Territory making headlines this week.
Published on Saturday, 8th April 2017.
Mark Coles profiles University Challenge contestant and Twitter sensation Eric Monkman.
Published on Saturday, 1st April 2017.
The story of Catherine Corless, who has been described as 'Ireland's Erin Brockovich'.
Published on Saturday, 25th March 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the chancellor, Philip Hammond.
Published on Saturday, 18th March 2017.
Who is Sergey Kislyak, the Russian ambassador at the heart of a global controversy?
Published on Saturday, 11th March 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the first woman to lead the Metropolitan Police.
Published on Saturday, 4th March 2017.
Edward Stourton profiles the Oscar-nominated actress from north London.
Published on Saturday, 25th February 2017.
John Bercow, the Speaker of the House of Commons.
Published on Saturday, 11th February 2017.
Mark Coles profiles the man who runs NHS England.
Published on Saturday, 28th January 2017.
Becky Milligan profiles the new vice-president of America.
Published on Sunday, 22nd January 2017.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of Arlene Foster.
Published on Saturday, 14th January 2017.
Mark Coles profiles Dippy the Diplodocus.
Published on Saturday, 7th January 2017.
Chris Bowlby profiles David Davis - the man in charge of Brexit.
Published on Saturday, 31st December 2016.
Marks Coles profiles the author and illustrator Raymond Briggs.
Published on Saturday, 24th December 2016.
Skinny dipping with Nigel Farage, punching a business partner, and bankrolling Brexit.
Published on Saturday, 10th December 2016.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of Sharon White, Ofcom's chief executive.
Published on Saturday, 3rd December 2016.
Becky Milligan profiles the man chosen to represent the EU in Brexit negotiations.
Published on Saturday, 26th November 2016.
Stephen Bannon, chief strategist and senior counsellor for president-elect Donald Trump.
Published on Saturday, 19th November 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the woman behind a court case that could stymie Brexit, Gina Miller.
Published on Saturday, 12th November 2016.
The most powerful black person you've never heard of, entrepreneur Tom Ilube.
Published on Saturday, 5th November 2016.
Mark Coles profiles actor and former politician Glenda Jackson.
Published on Saturday, 29th October 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the chair of the independent inquiry into child sexual abuse.
Published on Saturday, 22nd October 2016.
Mark Coles tells the story of one of the world's most enigmatic business leaders.
Published on Saturday, 15th October 2016.
Becky Milligan profiles the 2016 Nobel prize winner for Physics.
Published on Saturday, 8th October 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Theresa May's influential chiefs of staff.
Published on Saturday, 1st October 2016.
We profile Emma Walmsley, set to become Britain's most powerful business woman.
Published on Saturday, 24th September 2016.
Edward Stourton profiles the controversial new leader of the Philippines.
Published on Saturday, 17th September 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the billionaire business magnate and inventor Elon Musk.
Published on Saturday, 10th September 2016.
Becky Milligan profiles the new home secretary, Amber Rudd.
Published on Saturday, 3rd September 2016.
Adam Fleming profiles Jeremy Corbyn's spin doctor Seumas Milne.
Published on Saturday, 27th August 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the first British woman to win four Olympic golds.
Published on Saturday, 20th August 2016.
Series of profiles of people who are currently making headlines. Pianist Stephen Hough.
Published on Saturday, 13th August 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the life and career of theatre producer Sonia Friedman.
Published on Saturday, 30th July 2016.
Edward Stourton profiles Labour leadership contender, Owen Smith.
Published on Sunday, 24th July 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the new prime minister, Theresa May.
Published on Saturday, 16th July 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Conservative leadership candidate Andrea Leadsom.
Published on Saturday, 9th July 2016.
Series of profiles of people who are currently making headlines.
Published on Saturday, 2nd July 2016.
Methodist, dairy farmer - oh, and he runs a festival. Mark Coles profiles Michael Eavis.
Published on Saturday, 25th June 2016.
Amanda Spielman is set to take over as chief inspector of schools in England.
Published on Saturday, 18th June 2016.
Edward Stourton profiles Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley.
Published on Saturday, 11th June 2016.
The life and times of embattled Venezuelan president and radical icon Nicolas Maduro.
Published on Saturday, 4th June 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Jose Mourinho, the 'special one'.
Published on Saturday, 28th May 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Ruth Davidson, who has detoxified the Conservatives in Scotland.
Published on Saturday, 21st May 2016.
Mark Coles profiles easyJet's high-flying CEO, Dame Carolyn McCall.
Published on Saturday, 14th May 2016.
Profiles of people making headlines. Mark Coles profiles Labour politician Lord Dubs.
Published on Saturday, 7th May 2016.
Becky Milligan profiles Liz Clegg, volunteer in the so-called Calais Jungle.
Published on Saturday, 30th April 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Sir Martin Sorrell, the Don Draper of the 21st century.
Published on Saturday, 23rd April 2016.
Mark Coles looks at the life and career of star footballer Jamie Vardy.
Published on Saturday, 16th April 2016.
Mark Coles profiles Sanjeev Gupta, the potential saviour of Britain's steel industry.
Published on Saturday, 9th April 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the actress Sophie Okonedo, star of new BBC drama Undercover.
Published on Saturday, 2nd April 2016.
Mark Coles profiles the British journalist whose website has been sued for $140 million.
Published on Saturday, 26th March 2016.
Edward Stourton profiles the leader of Germany's Alternative fur Deutschland (AfD) party.
Published on Saturday, 19th March 2016.
Does Ted Cruz have what it takes to derail Donald Trump's bid to become US president?
Published on Saturday, 12th March 2016.
Becky Milligan on costume designer Jenny Beavan, winner at the 2016 Baftas and Oscars.
Published on Saturday, 5th March 2016.
Chris Bowlby profiles Dr Hartwig Fischer, soon to be the director of the British Museum.
Published on Saturday, 2nd January 2016.
Chris Bowlby looks at the life and career of actress Maggie Smith.
Published on Saturday, 26th December 2015.
Published on Saturday, 19th December 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the so-called 'Tatler Tory', Mark Clarke.
Published on Saturday, 28th November 2015.
Online hacking collective Anonymous has declared 'total war' on IS - but who are they?
Published on Tuesday, 24th November 2015.
Is Aung San Suu Kyi on the brink of power in Myanmar?
Published on Saturday, 7th November 2015.
Edward Stourton profiles the leader of the House of Lords Baroness Tina Stowell.
Published on Saturday, 31st October 2015.
He was a boxer, a bouncer and a bungee jump coach - now he is prime minister of Canada.
Published on Saturday, 24th October 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the Saudi interior minister Mohammed Bin Nayef.
Published on Saturday, 17th October 2015.
Chris Bowlby profiles self-styled socialist US presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders.
Published on Saturday, 10th October 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the controversial Australian mining magnate Gina Rinehart.
Published on Saturday, 3rd October 2015.
Published on Saturday, 26th September 2015.
Mark Coles profile the new shadow cabinet's twin sisters, Maria and Angela Eagle.
Published on Saturday, 19th September 2015.
Ed Stourton profiles Michel Houellebecq, the controversial novelist who loves to provoke.
Published on Saturday, 5th September 2015.
The delayed inquiry into the Iraq War bears his name, but who is Sir John Chilcot?
Published on Saturday, 29th August 2015.
Dr Dre has made an indelible mark on popular culture. Mark Coles tells his story.
Published on Saturday, 22nd August 2015.
Michelle Mone, the government's new start-up tsar, is profiled by Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 15th August 2015.
What sort of Labour leader would Jeremy Corbyn be?
Published on Saturday, 8th August 2015.
Billionaire Donald Trump, the leading Republican candidate in the US presidential race.
Published on Saturday, 1st August 2015.
Britain's youngest MP, whose maiden speech has been watched 10 million times.
Published on Saturday, 25th July 2015.
Mark Coles profiles veteran American investigative journalist Seymour Hersh.
Published on Saturday, 16th May 2015.
Mark Coles profiles Sir Christopher Geidt, private secretary to the Queen.
Published on Thursday, 14th May 2015.
Edward Stourton profiles Loretta Lynch, newly appointed to the job of US attorney general.
Published on Saturday, 2nd May 2015.
Mark Coles profiles Aidan Turner, the Irish actor playing Poldark.
Published on Saturday, 25th April 2015.
Mark Coles profiles snooker legend Ronnie 'The Rocket' O'Sullivan.
Published on Saturday, 18th April 2015.
The four brightly coloured, furry children's television stars who are making a comeback.
Published on Saturday, 11th April 2015.
The South African comedian set to take over from Jon Stewart as host of The Daily Show.
Published on Saturday, 4th April 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the Plaid Cymru leader Leanne Wood.
Published on Saturday, 28th March 2015.
Becky Milligan profiles Italy's famous couture couple Dolce & Gabbana.
Published on Saturday, 21st March 2015.
Nigel Dodds, the DUP's leader at Westminster, is a possible post-election kingmaker.
Published on Saturday, 14th March 2015.
Iranian General Qassem Suleimani, possibly the most powerful operative in the Middle East.
Published on Saturday, 7th March 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the Green leader Natalie Bennett after her rocky campaign launch.
Published on Saturday, 28th February 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the flamboyant and hugely important Greek finance minister.
Published on Saturday, 21st February 2015.
Mark Coles profiles the former HSBC boss and trade minister Lord Green.
Published on Saturday, 14th February 2015.
Chris Bowlby profiles the anti-poverty campaigner and veteran Labour MP Frank Field.
Published on Saturday, 13th December 2014.
Ashraf Ghani, president of Afghanistan, the anthropologist with the explosive temper.
Published on Saturday, 6th December 2014.
Mark Coles profiles the refugee from Bosnia as she takes her seat in the House of Lords.
Published on Saturday, 29th November 2014.
Jo Fidgen profiles Grace Mugabe, the first lady of Zimbabwe.
Published on Saturday, 22nd November 2014.
An insight into man of the moment, Benedict Cumberbatch.
Published on Saturday, 15th November 2014.
Mark Coles profiles Senator Rand Paul, a likely Republican challenger for the White House.
Published on Saturday, 8th November 2014.
The Hollywood film director Christopher Nolan is profiled by Mark Coles.
Published on Saturday, 1st November 2014.
Migration Watch UK founder Sir Andrew Green's elevation to the House of Lords.
Published on Saturday, 25th October 2014.
Becky Milligan on Richard Flanagan, the fourth Australian to win the Man Booker Prize.
Published on Saturday, 18th October 2014.
Ed Stourton profiles Douglas Carswell, the first elected UKIP MP.
Published on Saturday, 11th October 2014.
Mark Coles profiles White Dee, the controversial star of Channel 4's Benefits Street.
Published on Saturday, 4th October 2014.
The story of Ricky Tomlinson, top TV actor with a controversial trade union past.
Published on Saturday, 27th September 2014.
Mark Coles profiles Shane Smith, Ottawa punk rocker-turned-media mogul.
Published on Saturday, 20th September 2014.
How did Jack Ma become one of the world's most successful entrepreneurs?
Published on Saturday, 13th September 2014.
Edward Stourton profiles Rona Fairhead, the woman nominated to chair the BBC Trust.
Published on Saturday, 6th September 2014.
Edward Stourton profiles the Ukrainian president.
Published on Saturday, 30th August 2014.
Sir Nicholas Macpherson, treasury supremo and key figure in the Scots independence debate.
Published on Saturday, 23rd August 2014.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Haider al-Abadi, Iraq's prime minister-designate.
Published on Saturday, 16th August 2014.
The life and times of Karren Brady, successful in business and now rising political star.
Published on Saturday, 9th August 2014.
Becky Milligan profiles the Polish foreign minister, Radoslaw Sikorski.
Published on Saturday, 2nd August 2014.
Edward Stourton profiles journalist Mazher Mahmood, the so-called 'fake sheikh'.
Published on Saturday, 26th July 2014.
Mark Coles profiles the new education secretary, Nicky Morgan.
Published on Saturday, 19th July 2014.
A profile of Elizabeth Butler-Sloss, head of a major new enquiry into abuse allegations.
Published on Saturday, 12th July 2014.
Could Elizabeth Warren be the next president of the United States of America?
Published on Saturday, 10th May 2014.
London barrister Amal Alamuddin has become engaged to George Clooney. But who is she?
Published on Saturday, 3rd May 2014.
Jo Fidgen profiles the Glazer family, American owners of Manchester United.
Published on Saturday, 26th April 2014.
Mark Coles presents a profile of Sajid Javid, the new Cabinet culture secretary.
Published on Saturday, 19th April 2014.
Ritula Shah presents a profile of Indian prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi.
Published on Saturday, 12th April 2014.
Alan Ayckbourn is a celebrated comedy playwright. But what is behind his acerbic wit?
Published on Saturday, 5th April 2014.
As a new Hollywood film version opens, Mark Coles profiles the character of Noah.
Published on Saturday, 29th March 2014.
Edward Stourton asks if Matteo Renzi, Italy's dynamic new PM, can fulfil his promises.
Published on Saturday, 22nd March 2014.
Ahead of the budget, a profile of Rupert Harrison, the man some call the 'real chancellor'
Published on Saturday, 15th March 2014.
Mary Ann Sieghart explores what has shaped Vladimir Putin's view of the world.
Published on Saturday, 8th March 2014.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Janet Yellen, Obama's choice to lead the US Federal Reserve.
Published on Saturday, 4th January 2014.
Chris Bowlby profiles actor Idris Elba, who plays Nelson Mandela in Long Walk to Freedom.
Published on Saturday, 28th December 2013.
Mark Coles profiles world boxing champion turned Ukrainian politician, Vitali Klitschko.
Published on Saturday, 21st December 2013.
Edward Stourton profiles Michelle Bachelet, former and perhaps future president of Chile.
Published on Saturday, 14th December 2013.
Mark Coles profiles British Olympic diver Tom Daley.
Published on Saturday, 7th December 2013.
Lesley Curwen profiles Nicola Sturgeon, a key figure in Scotland's push for independence.
Published on Saturday, 30th November 2013.
Mark Coles profiles the radical New York mayor-elect, Bill de Blasio.
Published on Saturday, 23rd November 2013.
Tim Franks profiles the man who embodied the Indian dream, cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.
Published on Saturday, 16th November 2013.
Becky Milligan profiles Alison Saunders, the new Director of Public Prosecutions.
Published on Saturday, 9th November 2013.
Jo Fidgen profiles Jim Ratcliffe, billionaire boss of the Grangemouth petrochemical plant.
Published on Saturday, 2nd November 2013.
Becky Milligan profiles the man at the centre of the so-called 'Plebgate' scandal.
Published on Saturday, 26th October 2013.
Mary Ann Sieghart presents a biographical sketch of British theatre director Rufus Norris.
Published on Saturday, 19th October 2013.
Mark Coles presents a profile of the co-founder of counter-extremism think tank Quilliam.
Published on Saturday, 12th October 2013.
Mark Coles presents a profile of Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre.
Published on Saturday, 5th October 2013.
Mary Ann Sieghart asks, is Hassan Rouhani a completely new kind of Iranian leader?
Published on Saturday, 28th September 2013.
Mark Coles explores how comedian Billy Connolly has tackled adversity with humour.
Published on Saturday, 21st September 2013.
Mark Coles profiles Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov.
Published on Saturday, 14th September 2013.
Chris Bowlby profiles German chancellor Angela Merkel, as she campaigns for a third term.
Published on Saturday, 7th September 2013.
Mark Coles explores the life and motivations of the US Secretary of State, John Kerry.
Published on Monday, 2nd September 2013.
Edward Stourton profiles the head of Egypt's Armed Forces, General Abdul Fattah al-Sisi.
Published on Saturday, 24th August 2013.
Jane Deith profiles the double Olympic and World champion, Mo Farah.
Published on Saturday, 17th August 2013.
Chris Bowlby profiles the new governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney.
Published on Saturday, 10th August 2013.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Saudi Arabia's first female film director.
Published on Saturday, 3rd August 2013.
Helen Grady profiles the prize-winning scientist Professor Sir Andre Geim.
Published on Saturday, 27th July 2013.
Edward Stourton profiles the Prime Minister's wife, Samantha Cameron.
Published on Saturday, 20th July 2013.
Mark Coles profiles the England cricket captain Alastair Cook.
Published on Saturday, 13th July 2013.
Tim Franks profiles Pep Guardiola, about to step up to one of the biggest jobs in football
Published on Saturday, 11th May 2013.
Edward Stourton on Margaret Hodge, who is enjoying an Indian summer in her political life.
Published on Saturday, 4th May 2013.
Mark Coles profiles Alisher Usmanov, just named Britain's richest man.
Published on Saturday, 27th April 2013.
Mark Coles profiles Robert Mueller, the long-serving and influential director of the FBI.
Published on Saturday, 20th April 2013.
Mary Ann Seighart profiles Elizabeth Llewellyn, the late-blossoming opera star.
Published on Saturday, 13th April 2013.
Amazon has changed the world. Now its founder Jeff Bezos has his sights on the stars.
Published on Saturday, 6th April 2013.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Lucy Winkett, a favourite to become the first female bishop.
Published on Saturday, 30th March 2013.
Chris Bowlby looks at the highest-rated chess player ever, 22-year old Magnus Carlsen.
Published on Friday, 22nd March 2013.
Chris Bowlby profiles the British-educated Chinese property billionaire Zhang Xin.
Published on Saturday, 16th March 2013.
Mark Coles on Canadian pop phenomenon Justin Bieber, who upset British fans on his UK tour
Published on Saturday, 9th March 2013.
Profile of comedian-turned-politician Beppe Grillo, now a major force in Italian politics.
Published on Saturday, 2nd March 2013.
The rise of Mike Ashley, reclusive owner of Sports Direct and Newcastle United.
Published on Saturday, 23rd February 2013.
What is the secret of designer Tom Ford's legendary success? James Silver charts his rise.
Published on Saturday, 16th February 2013.
President Obama's choice to head the CIA is John Brennan. Is he the right man for the job?
Published on Saturday, 9th February 2013.
Lesley Curwen explores the colourful life of business tycoon Sir Philip Green.
Published on Saturday, 8th December 2012.
Rosie Goldsmith profiles the leader of the UK Independence Party, Nigel Farage.
Published on Saturday, 1st December 2012.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles the Australian political strategist Lynton Crosby.
Published on Saturday, 24th November 2012.
Mark Coles profiles radical Islamic cleric Abu Qatada.
Published on Saturday, 17th November 2012.
Mark Coles profiles the controversial Conservative MP Nadine Dorries.
Published on Saturday, 10th November 2012.
Tim Franks profiles the Chinese leader-in-waiting Xi Jinping.
Published on Saturday, 3rd November 2012.
Lucy Ash profiles Alexei Navalny, the man leading Russian opposition to President Putin.
Published on Saturday, 27th October 2012.
As the new Bond film opens next week, Mary Ann Sieghart profiles its director, Sam Mendes.
Published on Saturday, 20th October 2012.
Claire Bolderson profiles US Republican vice-presidential candidate Paul Ryan.
Published on Saturday, 13th October 2012.
Chris Bowlby on South Korean pop star Psy, creator of the most popular Youtube video ever.
Published on Saturday, 6th October 2012.
Edward Stourton profiles Justin Welby, former oil executive, now leading Anglican bishop.
Published on Saturday, 29th September 2012.
Tennis champion Andy Murray, who has won Britain's first grand slam in 76 years.
Published on Monday, 24th September 2012.
Edward Stourton profiles leading social media blogger Pete Cashmore.
Published on Saturday, 22nd September 2012.
Geeta Guru-Murthy profiles Grant Shapps, the new Conservative party co-chairman.
Published on Saturday, 8th September 2012.
Claire Bolderson profiles Frances O'Grady, soon to the the first woman to lead the TUC.
Published on Saturday, 1st September 2012.
A profile of nine-times paralympic gold medallist, Lee Pearson.
Published on Saturday, 25th August 2012.
Chris Bowlby profiles Dame Helen Ghosh, who is to take over as head of the National Trust.
Published on Saturday, 18th August 2012.
Ruth Alexander profiles Dave Brailsford, the mastermind behind the British cycling team.
Published on Saturday, 11th August 2012.
As the Olympics come to London, Mayor Boris Johnson finds himself on the global stage.
Published on Saturday, 4th August 2012.
Pascale Harter profiles singer Engelbert Humperdinck.
Published on Saturday, 26th May 2012.
With mixed news in its Annual Report, Channel 4's controller Jay Hunt is in the spotlight.
Published on Saturday, 19th May 2012.
The brash young leader of Greece's far left-wing bloc mobilising the anti-bailout vote.
Published on Saturday, 12th May 2012.
Multi-lingual, intelligent and a surprise choice for the biggest job in sport, Roy Hodgson
Published on Saturday, 5th May 2012.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Jeremy Hunt, the under-fire culture secretary.
Published on Saturday, 28th April 2012.
Chris Bowlby profiles Ralf Hutter, founding member of the influential band Kraftwerk.
Published on Saturday, 21st April 2012.
David Torrance profiles the new North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
Published on Saturday, 14th April 2012.
Gerry Northam profiles Suzanne Collins, best-selling author of The Hunger Games.
Published on Saturday, 7th April 2012.
Mukul Devichand profiles union leader Len McCluskey, who leads the fuel tanker drivers.
Published on Saturday, 31st March 2012.
Rosie Goldsmith profiles one of entertainment's best known characters - Dame Edna Everage.
Published on Saturday, 24th March 2012.
Claire Bolderson profiles the founder of Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales.
Published on Saturday, 17th March 2012.
Chris Bowlby profiles the French Socialist Party presidential candidate Francois Hollande.
Published on Saturday, 10th March 2012.
What drives Imran Khan, the lawyer who led the fight for justice for Stephen Lawrence?
Published on Saturday, 7th January 2012.
Rory Cellan-Jones profiles Moshi Monsters founder Michael Acton Smith.
Published on Saturday, 31st December 2011.
Emily Buchanan profiles the archbishop of Canterbury, poet and scholar Rowan Williams.
Published on Saturday, 24th December 2011.
Samira Ahmed profiles the physicist Peter Higgs, the man behind the "God Particle".
Published on Saturday, 17th December 2011.
Samira Ahmed profiles Newt Gingrich, leading Republican contender for the US election.
Published on Saturday, 10th December 2011.
Edward Stourton profiles the Senegalese singer Youssou N'Dour.
Published on Saturday, 3rd December 2011.
How Field Marshal Mohamed Tantawi rose to become the key figure in the Egyptian crisis.
Published on Saturday, 26th November 2011.
How has Meryl Streep become one of the most successful actresses in Hollywood history?
Published on Saturday, 19th November 2011.
Edward Stourton profiles Tom Watson, the MP who took on the Murdoch media empire.
Published on Saturday, 12th November 2011.
New President of the European Central Bank, Italian Mario Draghi, enters the Euro crisis.
Published on Saturday, 5th November 2011.
Geeta Guru-Murthy profiles Umberto Bossi, leader of Italy's Northern League.
Published on Saturday, 29th October 2011.
Linda Pressly profiles Stone Roses lead singer Ian Brown.
Published on Saturday, 22nd October 2011.
Chris Bowlby profiles Jeremy Heywood who is to become the new Cabinet Secretary.
Published on Saturday, 15th October 2011.
Claire Bolderson profiles Lord Justice Leveson.
Published on Saturday, 8th October 2011.
Stelios Haji-Ioannou, the easyJet entrepreneur, is profiled by Rosie Goldsmith.
Published on Saturday, 1st October 2011.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles billionaire investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett.
Published on Saturday, 24th September 2011.
A profile of the incoming Metropolitan Police Commissioner Bernard Hogan-Howe.
Published on Saturday, 17th September 2011.
Rick Perry, Governor of Texas who is seeking the Republican Party Presidential nomination.
Published on Saturday, 10th September 2011.
Edward Stourton profiles Vanessa Redgrave, political activist and award-winning actress.
Published on Saturday, 3rd September 2011.
Mustafa Abdul Jalil, recent defector who now leads Libya's National Transitional Council.
Published on Saturday, 27th August 2011.
Arsenal's once 'invincible' manager Arsene Wenger now facing growing criticism.
Published on Saturday, 20th August 2011.
The Home Secretary, Theresa May, dealing with the aftermath of riots across England.
Published on Saturday, 13th August 2011.
James Reynolds profiles Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran.
Published on Saturday, 6th August 2011.
John Armitt, Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority.
Published on Saturday, 30th July 2011.
Elizabeth Filkin appointed to clean up the relationship between the Met and the media.
Published on Saturday, 23rd July 2011.
Rupert Murdoch, head of News Corporation, at the centre of the phone hacking scandal.
Published on Saturday, 16th July 2011.
Jonathan Maitland profiles Nick Davies, the journalist who broke the phone-hacking story.
Published on Saturday, 9th July 2011.
Adrian Goldberg profiles Christine Lagarde, newly elected head of the IMF.
Published on Saturday, 2nd July 2011.
As President Assad battles to hold Syria, is he by nature a reformer or an autocrat?
Published on Saturday, 25th June 2011.
Rosie Goldsmith profiles the notorious literary bad boy Martin Amis.
Published on Saturday, 23rd April 2011.
Edward Stourton profiles the former News International chief executive, Rebekah Brooks.
Published on Saturday, 16th April 2011.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Chinese artist and activist, Ai Weiwei.
Published on Saturday, 9th April 2011.
Singer-songwriter Adele's spectacular career is profiled by Colin Paterson.
Published on Saturday, 2nd April 2011.
Morland Sanders profiles the Secretary General of the Arab League, Amr Moussa.
Published on Saturday, 26th March 2011.
Claire Bolderson profiles far right French politician Marine Le Pen.
Published on Saturday, 19th March 2011.
William Hague, the Foreign Secretary, who's been criticised over Libya this week.
Published on Saturday, 12th March 2011.
Chris Bowlby looks at the life of John Galliano, the fashion designer sacked by Dior.
Published on Saturday, 5th March 2011.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles Lord Patten.
Published on Saturday, 26th February 2011.
As the Cricket World Cup gets underway, Rob Bonnet profiles Indian star Sachin Tendulkar.
Published on Saturday, 19th February 2011.
Emma Jane Kirby profiles new media mogul Arianna Huffington.
Published on Saturday, 12th February 2011.
An insight into Craig Oliver, newly appointed Government Director of Communications.
Published on Saturday, 5th February 2011.
Gerry Northam profiles Baroness Sayeeda Warsi, the first Muslim cabinet minister.
Published on Saturday, 29th January 2011.
James Silver profiles Andy Coulson, who's resigned as David Cameron's communications chief
Published on Saturday, 22nd January 2011.
Jonathan Maitland profiles the star of The King's Speech, actor & campaigner, Colin Firth.
Published on Saturday, 15th January 2011.
Morland Sanders profiles Facebook Chief Executive, Mark Zuckerberg.
Published on Saturday, 8th January 2011.
As Prince William prepares to marry, who and what has shaped him and his royal role?
Published on Saturday, 1st January 2011.
Stephen Smith profiles Lady Gaga and her dizzying dash to global pop music dominance.
Published on Saturday, 25th December 2010.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles provocative US talk show host, Glenn Beck.
Published on Saturday, 23rd October 2010.
Mary Ann Sieghart profiles the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Iain Duncan Smith
Published on Saturday, 16th October 2010.
Yvette Cooper, the new Shadow Foreign Secretary, comes under the spotlight.
Published on Saturday, 9th October 2010.
Published on Saturday, 2nd October 2010.
Eric Daniels, CEO of Lloyds, to leave with a reputed 13m pound pay off.
Published on Saturday, 25th September 2010.
Jonathan Maitland profiles Danny Alexander, Lib Dem MP and Treasury Chief Secretary.
Published on Saturday, 18th September 2010.
John Yates, senior Met Police officer responsible for the phone hacking investigation.
Published on Saturday, 11th September 2010.
Who is Pope Benedict XVI? Jane Little delves into his background to find out.
Published on Saturday, 4th September 2010.
