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Business Daily
The real state of the Syrian economy
18 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
As Obama builds support for missile strikes we discover how earlier economic attacks have missed their target and a forensic economist reveals the real state of the Syrian economy. Show more
In 1973 the American-led 'secret war' against communists in Laos came to an end. But when the fighting stopped many of their allies had to flee to escape persecution. Show more
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HARDtalk
Prime Minister of France (2005 – 2007) - Dominique de Villepin
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
France stands ready to join an attack on Assad's regime in Syria, but with who? Show more
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Prof Takao Someya on how the e-skin will connect people to machines. Plus, tagging sharks off Cape Cod and the innovative, electric car sharing scheme to tackle congestion in Paris Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Pakistan and Liberia
11 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
An unusually peaceful send-off for Pakistani President Ali Asif Zardari in Islamabad. And, the boundless energy of Liberian entrepreneurs at work in Monrovia. Show more
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World Have Your Say
Too Old to Stand Trial?
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
A 92 year old former SS officer, Siert Bruins, stands trial in Germany for the muder of a Dutch resistance fighter. We discuss whether it can ever be too late to face justice. Show more
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Outlook
New Schools for the Burmese Delta
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How May Tha Hla and her husband got involved in helping the people of the Irrawaddy Delta after the devastation of cyclone Nargis in 2008. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
US calls for action on Syria
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Obama on mission to gain support for intervention and Jordan's prime minister offers tentative backing; plus a new case for Hercule Poirot.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
Obama warns against Syria inaction
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Obama on Syria; 50 years since tectonic plates; a 'new' Agatha Christie novel.
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The daily drama of money and work from the BBC.
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Global Business
The Road to Zambezi Street - Part One
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
With abundant minerals, a mostly peaceful recent history, and strong economic growth, Zambia appears poised on the brink of success. But what could hold the country back? Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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BBC sports correspondents tell the story behind today's top sporting news, with interviews and reports from across the world.
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World Business Report
US Edges Closer to Military Strikes on Syria
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Investors, along with the rest of the world, wait for the US to decide on military action in Syria. And we hear from Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote on his latest venture. Show more
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World Have Your Say
Russians discuss Syria and the suicide of Ariel Castro
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Russians discuss their country's involvement in Syria and reaction from Cleveland following Ariel Castro's suicide.
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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Health Check
Child Psychologist Anna Freud
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How the work of Anna Freud, youngest daughter of Sigmund Freud, revolutionised the way we think about children. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
HARDtalk
Prime Minister of France (2005 – 2007) - Dominique de Villepin
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
France stands ready to join an attack on Assad's regime in Syria, but with who? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
US and France debate Syria action
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
French MPs call for Syrian intervention; can the US get Russia on side? Tastes of the Tube
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
New Schools for the Burmese Delta
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How May Tha Hla and her husband got involved in helping the people of the Irrawaddy Delta after the devastation of cyclone Nargis in 2008. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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Global Business
The Road to Zambezi Street - Part One
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
With abundant minerals, a mostly peaceful recent history, and strong economic growth, Zambia appears poised on the brink of success. But what could hold the country back? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
US Advances Case for Syria Military Action
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
What are the economic repercussions of using force in Syria? Plus, just how smart is Samsung's latest product - the 'smartwatch'? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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Health Check
Child Psychologist Anna Freud
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How the work of Anna Freud, youngest daughter of Sigmund Freud, revolutionised the way we think about children. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
New Schools for the Burmese Delta
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How May Tha Hla and her husband got involved in helping the people of the Irrawaddy Delta after the devastation of cyclone Nargis in 2008. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live news, business and sport from around the world.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Global Business
The Road to Zambezi Street - Part One
29 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
With abundant minerals, a mostly peaceful recent history, and strong economic growth, Zambia appears poised on the brink of success. But what could hold the country back? Show more
