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Diplomatic tension high between Saudi Arabia and Iran after a Shia cleric was executed. Show more
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The US Library of Congress calls on a graphic novelist to encourage children to read Show more
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The Mexican drug baron, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, is back behind bars. Show more
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Claims that asylum seekers were involved in thefts and assaults - on women - in Cologne. Show more
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High-level talks to defuse row between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Show more
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In the Balance
Long Hours, Short Straw
27 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Across the world, we're all working longer hours. But do we really need to and what's the cost in terms of our health, wealth and happiness? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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Sportshour
From Olympic finalist to Las Vegas escort
49 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
How Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton went from Olympic athlete to Las Vegas call girl Show more
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The Cultural Frontline
Changing Minds and Challenging Prejudices
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Australasia
How art, design, literature and film are challenging gender attitudes Show more
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Newshour
Rival Protests in Cologne
50 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Protests in Cologne as Merkel announces tough new measures; aid for besieged Syrian towns; biplane flight to Australia Show more
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BBC Music on the World Service with Cerys Matthews
Joe Boyd: Film and Music Producer
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Australasia
American record and film producer, and writer, Joe Boyd, on his musical influences and career highllights. Show more
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FA Cup goals and sporting debate with Lee James and the Sportsworld Team. Show more
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BBC commentary on the pick of the ties on FA Cup third-round afternoon. Show more
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The day's top stories from the FA Cup and beyond. Picture of the former French football captain and now Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane. Picture credit Getty Images.
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Aid delayed for besieged Syrian towns, thousands protest against Polish government, which music do cats like? Show more
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Trending
The “Rosa Parks” of Saudi Arabia
18 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
We hear from a black Saudi woman who’s received racist abuse online for tweeting about inter-racial relationships. Also, the backlash against Facebook’s “free internet” in India. Show more
Over to You
The Visualisation of Radio
9 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Due to the increasing visualisation of radio content, Editor Simon Peeks explains where the demand is coming from and how it can enhance your listening experience. Show more
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HARDtalk
Nigerian Novelist and Poet - Ben Okri
23 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Stephen Sackur talks to Nigerian novelist and poet Ben Okri. How free are Africa's storytellers to explore the richness and diversity of their continent? Show more
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The Documentary
The Listening Project in Lebanon
27 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Conversations between refugees who have fled the war in Syria to make a new life for themselves in Lebanon. Show more
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Newshour
Political fallout from Cologne protests
50 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Demonstrators clash over Germany's immigration policy; French mosques open their doors to offer coffee and pastries; The UN hopes to access the besieged town of Madaya in Syria Show more
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The Documentary
The Orchestra di Piazza Vittorio
27 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Amanda Hargreaves looks at a multi-ethnic orchestra in Rome that is a beacon of hope amid an immigration crisis. Show more
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Unexpected Elements
Brazilian Babies Born with Microcephaly
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Australasia
Brazilian babies born with microcephaly;El Niño;The Anthropocene;Migrants struggle in sub-zero temperatures;Metallic Hydrogen;Alex the parrot;Elements added to Periodic Table Show more
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Diplomatic tension high between Saudi Arabia and Iran after a Shia cleric was executed. Show more
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Clashes at Cologne protest, French mosques hold open day, Russian doctor investigated over fatal punch Show more
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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The Inquiry
How Much Inequality Is Too Much?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
How far does inequality affect growth and prosperity? Show more
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In the Balance
Long Hours, Short Straw
27 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Across the world, we're all working longer hours. But do we really need to and what's the cost in terms of our health, wealth and happiness? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Documentary
Red Lights and Red Lines
50 minutes
on BBC World Service AustralasiaAvailable for over a year
Do different prostitution laws in Europe help sex trafficking to flourish? Annalisa Piras reports. Show more
