Don't Look Back in Anger

The archive news documentary surveys the headline stories that have defined the last twenty years of recent history. This week's edition concentrates specifically on the events of 2005, revisiting the year’s most notable news items.

The series is an archive news documentary that turns the clock back to examine the headline stories that have defined the last two decades. Each instalment pulls together past broadcasts and reports, giving viewers a concise look at the moments that captured public attention. This particular week the focus is square on the year 2005, offering a snapshot of that period’s news landscape. The format relies heavily on archived clips, letting the past speak for itself. In this episode the programme revisits the major headlines from the previous twenty years, using original footage and contemporary commentary to stitch together a clear picture of what dominated the news cycle. By zeroing in on 2005, it highlights the events that made front‑page headlines at the time, allowing the audience to see how those stories unfolded and were reported as they happened. The narrative stays strictly within the archival material, avoiding speculation. The broadcast fits into a regular schedule that spotlights a different year each week, so viewers can trace the evolution of news over time. With the current segment dedicated to 2005, the show provides a chance to reflect on how the issues and incidents of that year have resonated in the years since. It serves as a concise reminder of the media’s role in recording history. By revisiting these moments, the series underscores the continuity between past and present news cycles.