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For centuries, London has been a key centre of world trade. But four years on from the financial crisis and trillions of dollars later, what is the future of the City of London? Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
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How much has changed for black Americans since Obama entered the White House? Razia Iqbal in converation with the Nobel prize-winning author. Show more
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Iconic TV, World Architecture, Sacred Harp Show more
Witness History
The Achille Lauro Hijacking
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In 1985 the crew and passengers of an Italian luxury cruise liner were held for 3 days by Palestinian gunmen in the Red Sea. Show more
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Nearly 50 years after the world first learned that smoking kills, millions are still picking up the habit. Mike Williams asks why people start smoking in the first place. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
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World Have Your Say
Whys 30: Do you welcome the re-election of Hugo Chavez?
25 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Venezuela's Hugo Chavez has been re-elected as President and will serve a fourth term in office. Do you welcome the re-election of Chavez?
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For centuries, London has been a key centre of world trade. But four years on from the financial crisis and trillions of dollars later, what is the future of the City of London? Show more
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How much has changed for black Americans since Obama entered the White House? Razia Iqbal in converation with the Nobel prize-winning author. Show more
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In an extended edition of Outlook Kofi Annan - the former Secretary General of the United Nations - reflects on his 50 years in international diplomacy. Show more
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Interviews, news and analysis of the day's global events.
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Alex Katz - 85 and still painting every day - on originality, muses and the life-enhancing power of the grudge - as he opens at Turner Contemporary, Margate Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
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How much has changed for black Americans since Obama entered the White House? Razia Iqbal in converation with the Nobel prize-winning author. Show more
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BBC sports correspondents tell the story behind today's top sporting news, with interviews and reports from across the world.
Witness History
The Achille Lauro Hijacking
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In 1985 the crew and passengers of an Italian luxury cruise liner were held for 3 days by Palestinian gunmen in the Red Sea. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
BBC News reports from around the world.
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World Business Report
China US security row
28 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
China's authorities accuse the US government of "prejudice" after an American congressional committee called for two Chinese telecoms firms to be banned from operating in the US.
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World Have Your Say
WHYS 60: Chavez victory / Rwanda torture accusations
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Why is Hugo Chavez such a divisive figure?
Your questions to Rwanda's Minister of Justice on Amnesty's report of torture of Rwandan citizens. Show more
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As bringing new and improved drugs to patients becomes more difficult and more expensive, Geoff Watts asks why the source of better pharmaceutical treatments is drying up. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
How much has changed for black Americans since Obama entered the White House? Razia Iqbal in converation with the Nobel prize-winning author. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
In an extended edition of Outlook Kofi Annan - the former Secretary General of the United Nations - reflects on his 50 years in international diplomacy. Show more
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Interviews, news and analysis of the day's global events.
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BBC News reports from around the world.
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World Business Report
China US security row
28 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
China's authorities accuse the US government of "prejudice" after an American congressional committee called for two Chinese telecoms firms to be banned from operating in the US.
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
BBC News reports from around the world.
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Alex Katz - 85 and still painting every day - on originality, muses and the life-enhancing power of the grudge - as he opens at Turner Contemporary, Margate Show more
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
BBC News reports from around the world.
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In an extended edition of Outlook Kofi Annan - the former Secretary General of the United Nations - reflects on his 50 years in international diplomacy. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
BBC News reports from around the world.
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
World Business Report
China US security row
18 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
China's authorities accuse the US government of "prejudice" after an American congressional committee called for two Chinese telecoms firms to be banned from operating in the US.
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
How much has changed for black Americans since Obama entered the White House? Razia Iqbal in converation with the Nobel prize-winning author. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
In an extended edition of Outlook Kofi Annan - the former Secretary General of the United Nations - reflects on his 50 years in international diplomacy. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
Live news, business and sport from around the world.
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
Alex Katz - 85 and still painting every day - on originality, muses and the life-enhancing power of the grudge - as he opens at Turner Contemporary, Margate Show more
Witness History
The Achille Lauro Hijacking
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In 1985 the crew and passengers of an Italian luxury cruise liner were held for 3 days by Palestinian gunmen in the Red Sea. Show more
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
Live news, business and sport from around the world.
Only the BBC brings you World News every half hour.
As bringing new and improved drugs to patients becomes more difficult and more expensive, Geoff Watts asks why the source of better pharmaceutical treatments is drying up. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Sri Lanka and Ukraine
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Frances Harrison speaks to people traumatised by past conflict in Sri Lanka; while Robin Banerji explores the Crimean Tartar revival. Show more
