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As Paris prepares for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games, arsonists have targeted France's high-speed rail network causing travel chaos. The French government has mobilised its intelligence and security services in response to the "malicious acts", but questions are being raised over the preparedness for the games, and if a heavy security presence could impact the experience of the 11 million visitors expected over the next fortnight. On the Sky News Daily, host Niall Paterson is joined by our Europe correspondent, Adam Parsons, and Steve Park, an international security analyst who worked on security at the London 2012 Olympics, to assess the French response to the security threat. Producers: Emma Rae Woodhouse & Rosie Gillott Editor: Philly Beaumont Promotion producer: David Chipakupaku

A police officer has been suspended after a video showed a suspect being kicked in the head and stamped on at Manchester Airport. The police watchdog has started an investigation into the level of force apparently used by the officer. On this episode, Niall Paterson speaks to our north of England correspondent Shingi Mararike and to former officer and Sky News police commentator Graham Wettone about the latest challenge facing Greater Manchester Police. Audio credit: BBC Radio Manchester Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Promotions producer: Jada-Kai Meosa John, Ifra Khan Editor: Paul Stanworth

Team GB's Charlotte Dujardin could have become the country's most-decorated female Olympian in Paris. But she's withdrawn from the dressage after a video emerged of her whipping a horse 24 times in one minute - which she says is "out of character" and an "error of judgment". Some have questioned why the video has emerged now - at least two years after it was filmed - with claims the timing is "suspicious" days before the Paris games. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to sports correspondent Rob Harris. He's also joined by dressage rider and trainer of Olympic and Paralympic medallists Pammy Hutton to discuss typical equestrian practices and techniques. 👉 Click to subscribe to the Sky News Daily wherever you get your podcasts 👈 Producers: Rosie Gillott Editors: Paul Stanworth

It's one of television's most successful shows ever and this year's series was meant to be all about celebrating its 20th anniversary. But controversy has hit the BBC dancing contest in recent weeks. Two male dancers have left the show amid allegations of misconduct, and last week it was announced production staff will chaperone all rehearsals from the next series. The BBC's annual report was released today and its director-general Tim Davie apologised as he addressed the Strictly controversy, saying the corporation "will never tolerate unacceptable behaviour". Host Niall Paterson is joined by our entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer and TV critic Scott Bryan to discuss how the BBC has handled the crisis and Strictly's future. Producer: Rosie Gillott Editor: Wendy Parker Promotion producer: David Chipakupaku

Joe Biden, Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton have endorsed Kamala Harris for the Democrat nomination for President. But there are notable names – including Barack Obama – who haven’t given her their support so far. Is the Vice President significantly more electable than Joe Biden? Niall Paterson is joined by Michael Yaki, former senior advisor to Nancy Pelosi, who has known Kamala Harris for 20 years. Plus, Thomas Gift, political scientist at University College London, profiles some of the potential candidates to run as her vice president. Producers: Soila Apparicio and Emma Rae Woodhouse Editors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

Joe Biden has withdrawn from the US presidential race, saying it is in the best interest of his party and country. He has now endorsed his vice-president Kamala Harris to be the Democratic candidate - as have a growing number of senior members of the party. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson talks to US Correspondent Martha Kelner about the timing of Biden's departure and to Scarlett Maguire from JL Partners about what the polls are saying. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Philly Beaumont

It’s been an extraordinary day of cancelled flights, disrupted businesses, problems for healthcare and TV stations not being able to get on air (ahem). And all because of an update for Microsoft Windows. So what caused one of the biggest IT failures ever seen – and what do we know about Crowdstrike, the company which released the update? Ali Fortescue’s in for Niall to discuss it all with our science and technology editor Tom Clarke and data and forensics correspondent Tom Cheshire. For further background from Sky News, you can read Tom Clarke’s analysis on the questions Microsoft now has to answer here. Producers: Soila Apparicio, Rosie Gillott Editor: Paul Stanworth

The Baird Inquiry was set up to look into the treatment of people in the custody of Greater Manchester Police, following a Sky News investigation by our home affairs editor Jason Farrell. Dame Vera Baird, a former victim's commissioner, examined 15 cases and found GMP were guilty of unlawful arrests, demeaning strip searches and exercising powers they do not have. Niall Paterson is joined by Jason to hear more of the stories of people mistreated by GMP and to look at Dame Vera's findings. Plus, Niall speaks to Maggie Oliver, a former GMP detective constable who campaigns for greater accountability from the police. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer: Melissa Tutesigensi-Charles Editor: Wendy Parker Promotions producer: Jada-Kai Meosa John

King Charles has delivered the new Labour government’s first King’s Speech setting out their priorities for the months ahead. On the Sky News Daily Niall Paterson looks at what the government has promised with Sky’s deputy political editor Sam Coates and economics editor Ed Conway. Plus, Niall speaks to people and politics correspondent Nick Martin about what the Labour government are doing to tackle the ‘ghost children’ epidemic. Producer: Rosie Gillott Editor: Philly Beaumont

Donald Trump has announced Ohio senator, JD Vance, who once compared him to Hitler, as his running mate for November's US election. But who really is the 39-year-old former venture capitalist and now potential future vice president? On this episode of the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to Sky's US correspondent James Matthews, plus Josh Glancy, editor of The News Review, who interviewed Vance in 2017. Plus, Niall also speaks to Sky's security and defence editor Deborah Haynes about what implications politics across the pond will have on UK defence, which is undergoing a major review. Producers: Rosie Gillott and Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Philly Beaumont

President Joe Biden has stressed the need for divided Americans to come together as he addressed the nation, after Donald Trump was shot in an assassination attempt. As former President Trump heads to the Republican National Convention to receive the party's nomination for the upcoming election, will he seek to 'lower the temperature' or capitalise on the polarisation of the nation? On today's Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by our US correspondent James Matthews to explore how realistic President Biden’s calls for unity are during this heated election campaign. Plus, Dr James Cooper, associate professor of history and American studies at York St John University, explains why political violence is nothing new in the US. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse, Rosie Gillott, Soila Apparicio Editor: Philly Beaumont Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku

Saima Mohsin presents this extra episode on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. She's joined by US correspondent James Matthews and International Affairs editor Dominic Waghorn to discuss the FBI investigation, what it means for security at future rallies and this week's Republican National Convention. They also discuss how it changes the rest of an already bitter and divisive presidential election campaign. For more analysis click here: https://news.sky.com/story/us-politics-is-laced-with-malevolence-and-division-it-needs-a-reset-13177684 Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Paul Stanworth

England manager Gareth Southgate says his team are ready to "make history" in the Euros final on Sunday. The last time they reached a final in a major tournament was back in 2021, when England lost the COVID-delayed Euro 2020 final in a penalty shootout against Italy at Wembley. On today's Daily, Niall Paterson looks at the build-up to the big match with our sports correspondent Rob Harris and assesses Southgate's use of sports psychology to build a winning team with sports psychologist and former colleague of Southgate, Michael Caulfield. Podcast producers: Emma Rae Woodhouse and Rosie Gillott Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

Water bills are to rise by an average of 21% over the next five years, the industry regulator Ofwat has ruled. But with the impact of the cost-of-living, water companies spilling record amounts of sewage into our waters, and controversial bonuses for senior leaders, do we need a complete overhaul of the industry? On this episode, Niall Paterson hears from our business correspondent Paul Kelso in Henley, on the impact for consumers, providers and our water ways. Niall also speaks to Stuart Colville, deputy CEO of Water UK, which represents the water companies, asking why they disagree with Ofwat’s plans. Plus, Feargal Sharkey, campaigner and former lead vocalist of The Undertones, joins Niall to share his reaction and the story behind his efforts to protect our rivers and seas. For further background from Sky News, you can read Paul Kelso’s further analysis of Ofwat's business plans for Thames Water’s survival here. Producers: Soila Apparicio, Rosie Gillott Editor: Paul Stanworth Promotions producer: David Chipakupaku

As the new prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer makes his international debut at the NATO summit in Washington – what does he need to do to make a quick impact with international colleagues? On today's Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by Sky's political correspondent Tamara Cohen to discuss how Sir Keir is tackling his first international visit. Plus, Lord Peter Ricketts, former diplomat and French Ambassador, joins Niall to take a look at Labour's wider foreign policy plans. For further background from Sky News, you can read our political editor Beth Rigby’s analysis of Starmer’s plans to argue the case to NATO that all members should increase their defence spending here. Producers: Rosie Gillott, Soila Apparicio Editor: Paul Stanworth Promotions producer: David Chipakupaku

Ukraine has published what it says is "unequivocal" evidence a Russian missile hit Kyiv's largest children's hospital. The Okhmatdyt hospital treats 20,000 people a year. A two-storey wing helping children with cancer was destroyed in the attack. It's the deadliest airstrike in Ukraine for months - on the eve of a NATO summit and as China and Belarus start military exercises near the Polish border - what reaction can we expect? Niall Paterson is joined by Jimmy Rushton, a Kyiv-based journalist and defence analyst, to hear more about the damage and the reaction from those in Ukraine's capital. Plus, he speaks to our defence and security editor Deborah Haynes. For further background from Sky News, you can read more of Deborah’s analysis here, and our Moscow correspondent Ivor Bennet’s on Putin’s power play here. Producer: Rosie Gillott Editor: Paul Stanworth Promotions producer: Jada Kai Meosa-John

The left-wing alliance in France has won the most seats in a dramatic election, dealing a surprise blow to the far-right party of Marine Le Pen. Le Pen's National Rally was aiming to become the biggest party in parliament for the first time but was stopped by tactical voting and collaboration between her opponents. On this episode, Niall Paterson speaks to Europe correspondent Adam Parsons about the shock result and to Philippe Marliere, professor of French and European Politics at University College, about far-left politician Jean-Luc Melenchon and whether he could be the new French prime minister. Producer: Soila Apparicio Editor: Philly Beaumont Promotions producer: Jada Kai Meosa-John

Thursday’s election results have transformed Parliament. Not only do Labour have a huge majority but also the smaller parties, the Liberal Democrats, Reform and the Greens made big gains. There is also now a record number of women MPs, and first time MPs, many of them much younger than the MPs they are replacing. Niall Paterson talks to Sky’s political commentator Adam Boulton about the new-look parliament and what it means for UK politics in the coming months. Plus, our correspondents Greg Milam and Tom Cheshire join from Leicester South and Clacton respectively, on the part Gaza played in the election and the case for reforming the electoral system. Producer: Soila Apparicio Editors: Wendy Parker, Paul Stanworth

US President Joe Biden has admitted he "screwed up" in the first presidential debate against Donald Trump, but has vowed to fight on until the US election in November. Donald Trump has told reporters Mr Biden is quitting, while prominent Democrat figures, including Barack Obama, say the current president has their full support. On today's Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by our US correspondent James Matthews to assess the likelihood of President Biden withdrawing from the presidential race, and what it would mean for the Democratic Party - and the future of America - if he did. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Philly Beaumont Promotions producer: David Chipakupaku

On the final day of campaigning, the Sky News correspondents who have followed party leaders to every corner of the UK reflect on the key moments. From kayaking photo opportunities to people who bet against their own election chances – they tell Niall Paterson how the stories have cut through and the impact they could have on polling day. Joining Niall are our political correspondents - Darren McCaffrey with the Conservatives, Serena Barker-Singh on the Labour bus, Matthew Thompson following the Liberal Democrats, Gurpreet Narwan from the Reform trail, and in Scotland Connor Gillies on the Scottish National Party. Producers: Rosie Gillott, Soila Apparicio Editor: Paul Stanworth Promotions producer: David Chipakupaku