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Witness History
The Kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr
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In December 1963 the 19-year old son of Frank Sinatra was kidnapped for a ransom. He was released unharmed after two days. We speak to Barry Keenan, the man behind the crime. Show more
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Sarah Taylor meets the staff and pupils of Kampala Music School, to hear about this international centre of musical excellence. Show more
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Discovery
The Return to Mawson's Antarctica - Part One
27 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Join the polar scientists on an expedition to Antarctica retracing the steps of Australian explorer Douglas Mawson, 100 years ago. Show more
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The world is our Newsroom, join us as we find out what is happening right now around the world.
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Outlook
Starlady: Hairdresser to the Outback
55 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Meet Starlady Nungari, the transgender woman who works with disenfranchised young Aboriginal people in the Australian outback. Show more
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Tunisia uprising anniversary; South Sudan clashes; Snowden's open letter to Brazil
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The daily drama of money and work from the BBC.
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Sarah Taylor meets the staff and pupils of Kampala Music School, to hear about this international centre of musical excellence. Show more
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World Business Report
Corruption Clampdown in Turkey
29 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Turkish police have arrested over 20 prominent figures in a large anti-corruption probe. Plus, why people born in the UK in the 60s and 70s will be worse off than their parents. Show more
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World Have Your Say
Does it make a difference having a woman leader?
55 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Angela Merkel has been confirmed as German chancellor. On Monday, Michelle Bachelet was returned to the Chilean presidency. Does it make a difference having a woman leader? Show more
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World Business Report
Russia Agrees a $15bn Bailout for Ukraine
29 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Russia throws Ukraine a $15 billion financial lifeline but what might Ukrainians end up owing Moscow as a result? Show more
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Sarah Taylor meets the staff and pupils of Kampala Music School, to hear about this international centre of musical excellence. Show more
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Digital Planet
Scanning Concealed Weapons
18 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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The portable scanner that can target and detect concealed weapons from a distance; A world map putting electronic waste under the spotlight; The scanning app for a healthier diet. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Thailand and India
11 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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What are the real reasons behind the protests in Thailand? Also, for the anniversary of the fatal gang rape in India, Rupa Jha breaks the silence over sex abuse. Show more
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Newshour
British surgeon dies in Syrian detention
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Controversy over surgeon's death; decoding North Korea; US academic boycott of Israel
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World Business Report
Russia agrees a $15 billion bailout for Ukraine
29 minutes on BBC World Service Online
Available for over a year
Russia agrees a $15 billion bailout for Ukraine, but what might Ukrainians end up owing Moscow as a result? Show more
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Outlook
Starlady: Hairdresser to the Outback
55 minutes on BBC World Service Online
Available for over a year
Meet Starlady Nungari, the transgender woman who works with disenfranchised young Aboriginal people in the Australian outback. 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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What effect does office design have on office workers? Would workers be more productive away from our desks? Show more
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Business Matters
Russia Cuts Deal to Finance Ukraine
55 minutes on BBC World Service Online
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Russia pledges billions to help Ukraine as it attempts to stop it moving towards the European Union. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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Digital Planet
Scanning Concealed Weapons
18 minutes on BBC World Service Online
Available for over a year
The portable scanner that can target and detect concealed weapons from a distance; A world map putting electronic waste under the spotlight; The scanning app for a healthier diet. Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
United States and France
11 minutes on BBC World Service Online
Available for over a year
The tattoo artist creating 3-D nipples for women who have had reconstructive surgery after breast cancer. And, why some French women are almost starving themselves to stay slim. Show more
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Outlook
Starlady: Hairdresser to the Outback
55 minutes on BBC World Service Online
Available for over a year
Meet Starlady Nungari, the transgender woman who works with disenfranchised young Aboriginal people in the Australian outback. 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.
What effect does office design have on office workers? Would workers be more productive away from our desks? Show more