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Science In Action
Stem Cells in Living Animals
18 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Scientists have reprogrammed cells to make stem cells in a living animal rather than a test tube. What are its future applications in regenerative medicine? Show more
Over to You
G20 and Russia's Plan for Syria
11 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How has the international media reacted to the G20 and Russia's proposal for Syria? And, the new survey examining the dangers female journalists face in the course of their duty. Show more
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Presented by Julian Worricker with guests Ann Widdecombe in Exeter and Gregory Katz in London.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
A review of the week with the latest news.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
A review of the week with the latest news.
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Difficulties with liquid medicines range from storage and transportation problems to ensuring the right dosage is taken - so why do most child medicines come in liquid form? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
AT the Burmese water festival this year, voices poke fun and satirise past mistakes. But will the government listen to them? Show more
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A radical Catalan nun who has become one of Spain's most recognisable anti-capitalist campaigners. Show more
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The Forum
The Future of Renewable Energy
41 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Exploring new renewable energy sources such as the artificial leaf, sustainable biofuels and more powerful batteries. Show more
Over to You
G20 and Russia's Plan for Syria
11 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How has the international media reacted to the G20 and Russia's proposal for Syria? And, the new survey examining the dangers female journalists face in the course of their duty. 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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Why would someone voluntarily go without food - or even water? Charlotte McDonald speaks to those who have fasted to find out why they do it. Show more
More or Less
Sexual Violence and Statistics in Asia
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
A UN report suggests almost a quarter of men in some Asian countries admit rape. Are the numbers of rapists really this high? And does Africa have a 'drinking problem'? Show more
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“None of these competitors were willing to back off a tenth of a second" Ron Howard Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
Philippine army fight rebels in south
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Battles continue in Zamboanga; the toxic legacy of Agent Orange; etiquette for jobseekers
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Unexpected Elements
Subglacial Lakes, Stem cells, Discrimination in Parkinson’s
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
Scientists to visit Pine Island Glacier. Adult cells reprogrammed into stem cells inside living animals. Parkinson’s symptoms can lead patients to be treated unfairly. Show more
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Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
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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Could an unmanned aerial vehicle be delivering your pizza in the not too distant future? Peter Day investigates the business use of what some call, with a shiver, drones. Show more
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“None of these competitors were willing to back off a tenth of a second" Ron Howard Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Opinions divided in Syria over Russia-US deal; arm-wrestling Putin; Vatican meteorites
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
AT the Burmese water festival this year, voices poke fun and satirise past mistakes. But will the government listen to them? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
From Our Own Correspondent
Weekend Edition: Dangerous Enthusiasms
25 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
With stories on Australia's economy, Liberian entrepreneurs, acid attacks in Cambodia, the drinking cultures of Russia and Angola ... and the hunt for a Sultan's heart in Hungary. Show more
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Difficulties with liquid medicines range from storage and transportation problems to ensuring the right dosage is taken - so why do most child medicines come in liquid form? Show more
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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As legislators decide how to regulate e-cigarettes Discovery looks at the health impacts and asks whether they really help smokers. And, how safe are they? Show more
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World Business Report
Korean Tension Eases as Industrial Plant Reopens
25 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Tensions ease on the Korean peninsula as the Kaesong industrial zone reopens. And Larry Summers is no longer in the running to be the head of the US Federal Reserve. Show more
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George Packer’s déjà-vu: The American writer speaks about September 11th, Iraq and Syria. 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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Why would someone voluntarily go without food - or even water? Charlotte McDonald speaks to those who have fasted to find out why they do it. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Siberian Tigers and Pink Panthers
11 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Features from BBC correspondents around the world. Today, stories on a gang of jewel thieves and efforts to save tigers in Siberia. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Forum
The Future of Renewable Energy
41 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Exploring new renewable energy sources such as the artificial leaf, sustainable biofuels and more powerful batteries. Show more
More or Less
Sexual Violence and Statistics in Asia
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
A UN report suggests almost a quarter of men in some Asian countries admit rape. Are the numbers of rapists really this high? And does Africa have a 'drinking problem'? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
“None of these competitors were willing to back off a tenth of a second" Ron Howard Show more
