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A story of someone who lost 40 relatives in the suspected chemical attack in the village of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib province this week. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Trump hails 'tremendous' progress in talks with China's President Xi Jinping. What have the two leaders agreed on? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Syrian ally Iran condemns US air strikes in Syria. Will this new scenario affect Iran's involvement? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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The Cultural Frontline
Culture and the French Elections
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How artists, writers and musicians are reflecting the election campaign in their work Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon takes us on a journey from his childhood in Lagos to Houston and his NBA championships. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Stockholm police say the suspected killer is likely to be charged with terrorism; The Basque separatist group Eta has given France details of its hidden stores of weapons. Show more
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Global Business
Why are the French so productive?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Jonty Bloom finds out the secret to France’s high productivity levels. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Will President Trump's new and more forceful stance against President Assad continue? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC Music on the World Service with Cerys Matthews
Roberto Fonseca
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
The Cuban pianist who made his name with Ibrahim Ferrer in the legendary Buena Vista Social Club Show more
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Lee James presents the build-up to the 2017 Grand National from Aintree, near Liverpool.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Manchester City v Hull City from the Etihad Stadium.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live commentary on the 2017 Grand National from Aintree near Liverpool.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Police in Sweden say they've found a suspect device in the attack lorry, Spain's ETA surrenders remaining weapons Show more
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Trending
How The ‘Great Meme War’ Moved To France
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Explaining the stories the world is sharing. Show more
Over to You
What is it Like Presenting OS?
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Nuala McGovern tells listeners how she is finding presenting OS,a new two-hour news programme, and the Editor addresses a listener’s complaint about the format. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Jonny Dymond hosts a panel discussion on the challenges facing the Netherlands Show more
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50 Things That Made the Modern Economy
Contraceptive Pill
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
The contraceptive pill wasn’t just socially revolutionary, it also allowed women to delay marriage, motherhood and invest in their careers. The consequences of that are profound. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Interviews, news and analysis of the day’s global events. Show more
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From Our Own Correspondent
Pick Your Battles
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
The rivalries tearing Libya apart; an Afghan restaurant serves up female empowerment; Ecuador's confusing election and mixed feelings over bullfighting in Spain Show more
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Swedish police confident they are holding the man responsible for the truck attack on Friday in which 4 died; Basque separatist group ETA hands over weapons 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.
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The Inquiry
Why Is No-one Trying to Stop the War in Yemen?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
The war has been a disaster for countless civilians. Thousands have been killed and the country is on the brink of famine. Show more
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The US attacked Syrian forces this week. Why did Donald Trump change his policy? Show more
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Science In Action
When Britain First Ripped Away from Europe
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
When Britain first ripped away from Europe. Also, why counting the world’s tree species can help us save them, and why we should not worry about lightning strikes on aeroplanes. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Geological Brexit; “Sniff Out” Polio Viruses in the Israeli Sewage System; Tallying Up the Number of Tree Species; Should we eat insects?; Bees; Dr Jargon; Gwilym Gold’s Bronze Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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The Cultural Frontline
Culture and the French Elections
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
How artists, writers and musicians are reflecting the election campaign in their work Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Documentary
When the Shooting Stops
50 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Nearly half of all peace agreements fail. What can be done to stop countries from sliding back into civil war? Show more
