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America's top diplomat Anthony Blinken is in China to discuss isssues including Taiwan and Ukraine. We hear from a Former US Ambassador to China about why the visit matters. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

America's top diplomat Anthony Blinken is in China to discuss Taiwan, Ukraine and other issues. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

America's top diplomat Anthony Blinken is in China amid heightened tensions over trade, territorial disputes, and national security issues. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The controversy over Beyonce’s album Cowboy Carter may tell us more about the politics of America than it does the genre of country music. Show more

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Long considered a faith-based choice, more women are choosing to cover up, but stay on trend. We hear why it's gaining in popularity - and what happens when brands get it wrong. Show more

In the late 1980s, Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars. The singer’s career nosedived in 1990, but a comeback saw her dubbed the 'Madonna of the townships'. Show more

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Alex O’Brien believes teaching her daughter to play poker can help her learn important life lessons. What could the benefits be, and how serious are the risks? Show more

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The journalist who specialises in getting megastars to say things they’ll later regret, devising TV formats that are global hits, and can you teach creativity? Show more

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The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection. Show more

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The Supreme Court could allow cities to effectively ban being homeless. Show more

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From jazz fusion to disco and Hip hop, Asha Puthli's genre-defying musical career Show more

In the late 1980s, Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars. The singer’s career nosedived in 1990, but a comeback saw her dubbed the 'Madonna of the townships'. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen

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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The US secretary of state is on a visit to China - offering a mixture of friendliness and warnings. We assess US-China relations and ask what if anything this visit could change. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The controversy over Beyonce’s album Cowboy Carter may tell us more about the politics of America than it does the genre of country music. Show more

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Day trippers will have to pay €5 to visit the famous Italian city. The local government wants to discourage low-budget tourists who don't stay overnight in Venice. Show more

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BBC OS gives a vibrant account of the day’s events with explanation and reaction from those involved.

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The US Supreme Court hears arguments former president Donald Trump Show more

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What sodium chloride does to your food and your body. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

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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.

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Friday, April 13th 2029 – mark it in your calendar. That’s the day an asteroid the size of an aircraft carrier will fly past Earth, closer than some satellites. Show more

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Donald Trump's lawyers argue that he cannot be tried for his alleged crimes. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

In the late 1980s, Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars. The singer’s career nosedived in 1990, but a comeback saw her dubbed the 'Madonna of the townships'. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen

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America's top diplomat says steps may be taken against China if it doesn't stop providing material support for Russia's invasion. Show more

The journalist who specialises in getting megastars to say things they’ll later regret, devising TV formats that are global hits, and can you teach creativity? Show more

The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.

The happiest stories in the world - our weekly collection. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

The US economy grew by less than forecast in the first three months of this year but inflation gathered pace, which could delay an interest rate cut. Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

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We're looking at humanoid robots - the ones that look like us. They have arms and legs. But are they really that practical and useful ? And how might they develop in the future ? Show more

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From jazz fusion to disco and Hip hop, Asha Puthli's genre-defying musical career Show more

The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.

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On the southern shores of Vietnam, whales are revered as gods of the oceans. Eliza Lomas visits temples and a whale cemetery, hearing about the roots and rituals of the belief. Show more