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Assignment
Born Free, Killed by Hate in South Africa
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Pasca was one of the born free generation in South Africa, protected by a constitution that promised to let her 'walk tall' as a lesbian. But her sexuality cost her her life. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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Urgent initiative needed for Syria; Germany's Identity; Papa Wemba tribute concert Show more
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Business Daily
The Technology of Refugees
18 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
How smart phone technology has changed the plight of the modern migrant. Plus, we speak to De Beers about creating a market for diamonds in China and elsewhere. Show more
In spring 1950, China expert Owen Lattimore was wrongly accused of being the main Soviet agent in the US by Senator Joseph McCarthy. It would ruin his academic career in America. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Thought Show
Most Expensive Building, Don’t Buy Death, How America Sees Itself
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
Will a new nuclear power station in the UK be the most expensive 'object' ever built? Why Somalis are using a hashtag to discourage emigration and how Americans see themselves. Show more
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Hate crime in South Africa; Shakespeare's courage; the appeal of the gentleman's suit. Show more
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Red Cross says key Syrian city "on the brink" Show more
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Outlook
I Didn't Know my Name Until I was 18
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
British-Ethiopian poet Lemn Sissay discovered his real name on his birth certificate at the age of 18 Show more
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Syria ceasefire in tatters, VW 'cheating' bosses paid millions, UK Labour anti-Semitism row, 'e-cigs better than smoking', say doctors Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Assignment
Born Free, Killed by Hate in South Africa
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Pasca was one of the born free generation in South Africa, protected by a constitution that promised to let her 'walk tall' as a lesbian. But her sexuality cost her her life. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Violence flares as the ceasefire breaks down in Aleppo; Russia launches a rocket from its new cosmodrome; Tackling demand in the ivory trade. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
How Shakespeare became part of the fabric of early American life. With Stephen Sondheim and Alec Baldwin. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The Wellcome Book Prize for 2016 was won this week by neurologist Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan. Also, dealing with the psychological trauma of earthquakes, and pimple popping videos. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The line "A tower of strength" is from Shakespeare's Richard III, but originally featured in the book of common prayer. Show more
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Hugh Ferris previews the Europa League semi-finals, as well as news from the biggest day in the NFL off-season. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
World Have Your Say
Tourism After Nepal Quake
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
One year after the devastating quake in Nepal, Anu Anand talks to people in the tourism trade and looks at the impact it has had on it Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 2016/04/28 17:32 GMT: US Economy Slows on Lower Business Spending
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
The US economy has barely grown at all in the last three months, sharply down to 0.5%, compared with 1.4% growth in the prior three months. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Newsroom
Labour Suspends Ex-London Mayor in Anti-Semitism Row
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
Ken Livingstone suspended for bringing Labour 'into disrepute', Syria ceasefire in tatters, 3 more arrests by police investigating December's mass shooting in San Bernardino Show more
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‘Catastrophe’ in Aleppo; Indiana bellwether; anti-Semitism in British politics Show more
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Science In Action
Dealing with Resistance to Bt Crops
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Dealing with resistance to Bt crops; Ice sails; Wildlife in the Chernobyl exclusion zone; Cricket calls; LA’s wildlife Show more
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US urges Russia to rein in Assad's forces, Britain's Labour Party in anti-semitism row Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 2016/04/28 22:32 GMT: US Economy Slows on Lower Business Spending
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
The US economy has barely grown at all in the last three months, sharply down to 0.5%, compared with 1.4% growth in the prior three months. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Thought Show
Most Expensive Building, Don’t Buy Death, How America Sees Itself
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaWill a new nuclear power station in the UK be the most expensive 'object' ever built? Why Somalis are using a hashtag to discourage emigration and how Americans see themselves. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
US Economic Growth Slows to 0.5%
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
With shoppers buying less, businesses have been reluctant to order new stock. A strong dollar has also put a brake on exports. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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Science In Action
Dealing with Resistance to Bt Crops
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Dealing with resistance to Bt crops; Ice sails; Wildlife in the Chernobyl exclusion zone; Cricket calls; LA’s wildlife Show more
