Newsday is a live international news programme broadcast on the BBC News Channel that brings viewers up‑to‑the‑minute global headlines, business updates and major stories from around the world. It first launched on 13 June 2011 and has since become a key programme in the BBC’s rolling news schedule, serving audiences in multiple time zones such as Asia, Europe, the UK, and the Americas.
The show is designed to offer comprehensive reporting and analysis, combining live updates with correspondent reports, interviews, and expert commentary to give context to the day’s most important developments. Rather than focusing on one region alone, Newsday reflects a truly global agenda, covering politics, economics, social issues, and breaking news with impartiality and clarity.
The programme runs on weekdays, offering viewers continuity and regular updates as events develop across continents, making it a staple for anyone seeking a well‑rounded and timely news briefing straight from the BBC’s global newsroom. Newsday also occasionally broadcasts from other international locations during major global stories, bringing coverage directly from where events are unfolding and providing audiences with on‑the‑ground perspectives.
Newsday is primarily presented by Steve Lai from Singapore, with additional contributions and relief presenting from Arunoday Mukharji, Suranjana Tewari and Kate Silver, who share anchor duties and bring insights into global news coverage. Additionally, a new co‑presenting arrangement from Nairobi launched in December 2025, with veteran Kenyan journalist Anne Soy joining as a co‑host to reflect broader international perspectives alongside established BBC anchors in London and Singapore. This diverse team works together to deliver clear, engaging news and informed analysis to viewers around the world.
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