The BBC’s "2000 Today" broadcast serves as a massive, 28-hour global event tracking the transition into the new millennium. The program follows the sun across time zones, beginning in Kiribati and concluding in Samoa, while coordinating live coverage from over 60 countries. A significant breaking development occurs during the broadcast with the resignation of Russian President Boris Yeltsin, who transfers power to Vladimir Putin. Regional reports from Cardiff, Derry, and Edinburgh highlight local celebrations, emphasizing themes of national autonomy and reconciliation. Scientific and technical segments address the historical significance of the Greenwich meridian and assess the potential risks associated with the "Millennium Bug." This ambitious production captures the cultural, political, and technological shifts defining the turn of the century, providing a comprehensive, real-time chronicle of a once-in-a-lifetime global milestone.
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