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Anna Hill finds out how conservationists go about legitimate bird netting, amid concern about illegal trapping. And, MPs vote today on ending farmworkers pay protection. Show more

All the news from Westminster as David Cameron faces a rebellion by dozens of Conservative MPs over a call for a referendum on the UK's European Union membership. With Susan Hulme. Show more

Jim talks to astronomer Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, who forged her own path through the male-dominated world of science. Show more

Lyse Doucet speaks to Nader Nadery, a human rights campaigner in Kabul who, despite living under direct threat from the Taliban, continues to work for the future of his country. Show more

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If your son is visiting with his new girlfriend, how far apart should their beds be placed? Stars Jonny Sweet. From October 2011. Show more

Mike voices his objections. Meanwhile there is domestic bliss at Woodbine Cottage. Show more

Kirsty Lang meets the Italian writer Umberto Eco, as he publishes a new novel, and looks back at the surprise success of The Name of the Rose, published when he was 48. Show more

After a disastrous and decidedly unromantic weekend away Rosie is worried that Tom doesn't want her at his ex-wife's wedding. Show more

While G20 leaders try to avert economic disaster, Michael Robinson reveals how the pain of the eurozone crisis presents a golden opportunity for some sophisticated investors. Show more

Helen Jackman of the Macular Disease Society tells Peter White why they want the government to appraise the use of Avastin, for the treatment of Wet AMD. Show more

Claudia Hammond finds out how a good night's sleep can improve memory, why hysteria is not a thing of the past, and she meets the carers getting involved in mental health research. Show more

Jim talks to astronomer Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, who forged her own path through the male-dominated world of science. Show more

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With Ritula Shah. National and international news and analysis. Show more

Ruth remembers the heady early days when she fell first under her cousin Dora's spell. Readers include Sara Kestelman. Show more

Napoleon and Wellington's horses - divided by war, united by love. Stars Stephen Fry and Daniel Rigby. From October 2011. Show more

4 Extra Debut. Michael is 41 with no girlfriend, but desperate mum Susan has a plan. Stars Alison Steadman and Alexander Kirk. From April 2011. Show more

Susan Hulme listens in as MPs reflect on the big Tory rebellion over Europe. And the justice secretary, Ken Clarke, casts doubt on locking up youngsters for carrying knives. Show more

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Five writers from five EU countries offer personal reflections on the idea of Europe in Autumn 2011. Today, Michael Stürmer contemplates the view from Germany. Show more

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