The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko died in 2006 from polonium poisoning but who wanted him dead and why? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
After the A-bomb survivors die, who will be Hiroshima's memory keepers? Show more
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.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
A review of the week with the latest news.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The Food Chain
Chicken: Too Much of a Good Thing?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Chicken is set to become the world’s most popular protein, but how did a shy Asian jungle bird come to dominate our diet? And does our taste for the bird put our lives at risk? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Atomic bombs dropped on Japan, a plot to kill Iranian writers plus Singapore's shock independence, Saddam's son-in-law defects, and the first bionic ear. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Why Australian Rules football is again at the centre of a debate on racial intergration. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The World This Week
Can America's Green Initiative Bring China and Others with it?
25 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
Obama cleans up US energy production. Will others follow? Republican presidential hopefulls set out their stalls, Russia stakes its claim to large parts of the Arctic. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The Conversation
Agony Aunts: Criselda Kananda and Xinran Xue
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Agony aunts Criselda Kananda and Xinran Xue explain why they think women are more suited to the role and share tips on how to cope with people's traumatic experiences. Show more
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"Inferiority, I've been very close to it all my life." - Marlon Brando Show more
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Newshour
Pinochet's Intelligence Chief Dies
55 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Chileans celebrate the death of General Manuel Contreras; Over 50 dead in series of Kabul attacks; Argentine motor racing legend Juan Manuel Fangio exhumed for paternity test. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
From Our Own Correspondent
War of the Worldviews
25 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Stories from Syrian refugees in Germany; Ceuta, Spain's foothold in Africa; Singapore, going mad for its 50th anniversary; the Canadian town where giant Jesus meets giant T Rex. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
After the A-bomb survivors die, who will be Hiroshima's memory keepers? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The day's top stories and the Premier League goals from the opening day of the season. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Bournemouth v Aston Villa from Dean Court.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
A round-up of the days top stories from the Premier League and beyond. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Typhoon makes China landfall, Trump backlash over jibe, Biden for president? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Trending
How Far Will India's Dog Lovers Go To Save Strays?
18 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
The Keralan government’s decision to cull stray dogs has led to a global campaign to boycott the state. Show more
Over to You
Can Radio Drama Unite Myanmar?
10 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Can radio drama help the citizens of Myanmar overcome their cultural, ethnic and religious differences? And how to present humour to a global audience. Show more
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Calais' migrant crisis has led to accusation and counter accusation in Britain and France. Hardtalk talks to the city's deputy-mayor Philippe Mignonet and British MP Tim Loughton. Show more
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Julie Shapiro and Miyuki Jokiranta seek out the dozens of tiny libraries around New Zealand, and document their historical and current meaning for the local communities. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The race to develop driverless cars is hotting up around the world and the UK is determined not to be left behind. Peter Day looks at the future of motor vehicles. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
After the A-bomb survivors die, who will be Hiroshima's memory keepers? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Ex-prisoner's Contreras story; UK Poles' mass blood drive; is football season too long? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
There is an increased risk of a future major earthquake in an area that straddles the west of Nepal and India Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The War That Changed the World
The War that Changed the World - in Words
50 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Cultural figures from around the world give their personal perspective on the legacy of World War One in their country or region. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
What’s Behind the Anti-Vax Movement?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Looking at the origins of scepticism towards vaccinations in the US and how it endures in the face of scientific evidence. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Heart and Soul
Religion in Silicon Valley
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Can faith thrive in the hi-tech world of Silicon Valley? Show more
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Typhoon hits China, Rio boat protest, beach towel fines. Show more
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Outlook
Outlook Weekend: Pick of the Week
28 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
The marchers marking twenty years since the Srebrenica massacre; Australian film maker Anna Broinowski who gained rare access to North Korea's film industry. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Atomic bombs dropped on Japan, a plot to kill Iranian writers plus Singapore's shock independence, Saddam's son-in-law defects, and the first bionic ear. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
From Our Own Correspondent
War of the Worldviews
25 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Stories from Syrian refugees in Germany; Ceuta, Spain's foothold in Africa; Singapore, going mad for its 50th anniversary; the Canadian town where giant Jesus meets giant T Rex. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The Food Chain
Chicken: Too Much of a Good Thing?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Chicken is set to become the world’s most popular protein, but how did a shy Asian jungle bird come to dominate our diet? And does our taste for the bird put our lives at risk? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The War That Changed the World
The War that Changed the World - in Words
50 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Cultural figures from around the world give their personal perspective on the legacy of World War One in their country or region. Show more
