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From Our Own Correspondent: Kenya and the Russian Arctic

09/05/2012

Kenya and the Russian Arctic

BBC World Service - From Our Own Correspondent, Kenya and the Russian Arctic

Pascale Harter presents despatches and thoughts from Justin Rowlatt and Lucy Ash.

Pascale Harter with insights and analysis from around the world. Justin Rowlatt wonders whether the global middle classes are converging; Lucy Ash has a freezing 'bladder break' in the Russian Arctic.

Pascale Harter presents insight and reflection from reporters around the world. 

In this edition: Justin Rowlatt, on a poolside lounger in Mombasa, is moved to wonder whether the world's middle classes are becoming ever more alike; while Lucy Ash, desperate for a 'bathroom' break in the Russian tundra, is advised to pee cautiously and carry a big stick.

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