The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
29/04/2021 04:06 GMT : Biden pitches 'once in a generation investment'
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
100 days into his term in office the US president has delivered a speech laying out sweeping proposals for jobs, education and social care. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
29/04/2021 05:06 GMT : President Biden's sweeping proposals
53 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
After 100 days in the White House, Joe Biden has been addressing a joint session of Congress on his vision for America. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
29/04/2021 06:06 GMT : President Biden's 100 days speech
53 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Biden pitches 'once in a generation investment' to Congress Show more
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The Inquiry
Covid: What went wrong in India?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Earlier this year India seemed to be winning the fight against Covid-19, so how and why has it gone so wrong? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The US president announces a massive spending plan for the US economy Show more
Witness History
The battle of Tora Bora
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
When the Taliban were ousted from power in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, Osama bin Laden escaped capture in the caves of Tora Bora. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
In March, militants linked to the Islamic State group attacked a small town in northern Mozambique. Andrew Harding hears stories of daring escapes, and tragic consequences. Show more
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Anoo Bhuyan gives an update on India’s Covid surge. Also, a new Malaria Vaccine breakthrough and Caroline Williams discusses her new book MOVE! on how moving helps our minds. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Forum
The census: A snapshot of life
39 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In total, 94% of the world’s population has been accounted for through the census. Bridget Kendall asks whether it has a future when there’s so much personal information online. Show more
The one-legged wrestler who won a national college title in the United States in 2011 Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Food Chain
America's 'food apartheid'
26 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Life without easy access to affordable, fresh food in Albany and St. Louis. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
My mother’s fake name and secret past
44 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Justine Cowan grew up believing her English mother came from a world of privilege and wealth. After her death, Justine uncovered the truth. Show more
Witness History
The battle of Tora Bora
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
When the Taliban were ousted from power in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, Osama bin Laden escaped capture in the caves of Tora Bora. 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 five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
29/04/2021 13:06 GMT: India receives an outpouring of solidarity to fight Covid-19
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
India says it has received an outpouring of solidarity from countries around the world, as it battles a deepening coronavirus crisis. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
Covid: What went wrong in India?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Earlier this year India seemed to be winning the fight against Covid-19, so how and why has it gone so wrong? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 29/04/2021 14:32 GMT : US economy accelerates as recovery continues
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In the first three months of 2021 the US economy grew at an annual rate of 6.4%. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC OS
2021/04/29 16:06 GMT: India Covid crisis: Virus spreads to remote areas
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
We bring more accounts of the coronavirus crisis in India Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Witness History
The battle of Tora Bora
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
When the Taliban were ousted from power in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, Osama bin Laden escaped capture in the caves of Tora Bora. 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.
BBC sports correspondents tell the story behind today's top sporting news, with interviews and reports from across the world.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Science In Action
Melting glaciers, warming coffee and a Dragonfly on Titan
37 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Melting ice from glaciers over the last 20 years accounts for a fifth of sea level rise. Show more
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Newshour
29/04/2021 20:06 GMT: Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny appears in court by video-link
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Online
It was Alexei Navalny's first public appearance since his three-week hunger strike ended. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
Covid: What went wrong in India?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Earlier this year India seemed to be winning the fight against Covid-19, so how and why has it gone so wrong? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
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.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Forum
The census: A snapshot of life
39 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
In total, 94% of the world’s population has been accounted for through the census. Bridget Kendall asks whether it has a future when there’s so much personal information online. Show more
The one-legged wrestler who won a national college title in the United States in 2011 Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
US economy accelerates
53 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Joe Biden has laid out a sweeping investment plan for jobs, education and social care 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.
World Football
FC Goa and Dynamo Kyiv's Mircea Lucescu
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
FC Goa's Brandon Fernandes discusses the surge of Covid cases in India. Plus, Dynamo Kyiv's 75 year old coach Mircea Lucescu talks about winning the title. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
My mother’s fake name and secret past
44 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
Justine Cowan grew up believing her English mother came from a world of privilege and wealth. After her death, Justine uncovered the truth. Show more
Witness History
The battle of Tora Bora
9 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
When the Taliban were ousted from power in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, Osama bin Laden escaped capture in the caves of Tora Bora. 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.
Heart and Soul
France and its faltering relationship with Islam
27 minutes
on BBC World Service OnlineAvailable for over a year
John Laurenson meets people on both sides of a fractious debate for Muslims in France and the controversial law The Bill Comforting the Respect of Republican Principles. Show more
