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Newsday
31/03/2022 04:06 GMT : Russia announces 24-hour ceasefire in Mariupol
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
Ukrainians have not yet responded publicly, with trust levels between the two countries being extremely low. Show more
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Newsday
31/03/2022 05:06 GMT : Russia offers 24-hour ceasefire out of Mariupol
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaIf successful, the offer should permit many people to leave the besieged city. Show more
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Newsday
31/03/2022 06:06 GMT : Russia promises to open humanitarian corridor in Mariupol
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaOfficials have said a 24-hour ceasefire will begin today. Show more
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The Inquiry
Can Putin be prosecuted for war crimes?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Russia is being investigated for war crimes committed in Ukraine. Can Vladimir Putin be held to account and prosecuted? Show more
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Business Daily
What are Russia's mercenaries doing in Africa?
18 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
We take a look at the secretive Wagner Group's history of violence on the continent. Why are leaders outsourcing security to an unaccountable Russian army? Show more
Witness History
Selling Van Gogh's Sunflowers
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
How one of the Dutch artist's masterpieces was sold at auction at Christie's in London in March 1987 for 39.9 million dollars - shattering the world record,. Show more
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Health Check
Treating stress and anxiety in Ukraine
28 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Ukraine psychotherapy; Covid-flu double whammy; Epstein Barr virus and multiple sclerosis; gene therapy for haemophilia A Show more
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The Forum
Margaret Fuller: Early feminist and war correspondent
39 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
A formidable American intellectual who refused to be held back by the many limitations imposed on women in the 19th century. Show more
In 2002, free diver Tanya Streeter attempted to set a No Limits world record by diving down to 160m and resurfacing, all on a single breath. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Food Chain
Food in the metaverse
28 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
What food could look like in virtual worlds and what it means for restaurants. Show more
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Outlook
Dressing Beyoncé: It started with a Barbie outfit
41 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Artist Osman loved to watch his mum sew, in a part of the house men weren't allowed. What he learnt about style saw him launch a successful label, but soon that wasn’t enough. Show more
Witness History
Selling Van Gogh's Sunflowers
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
How one of the Dutch artist's masterpieces was sold at auction at Christie's in London in March 1987 for 39.9 million dollars - shattering the world record,. 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
31/03/2022 13:06 GMT: Red Cross to evacuate Mariupol
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
The ICRC will evacuate civilians from the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
Can Putin be prosecuted for war crimes?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Russia is being investigated for war crimes committed in Ukraine. Can Vladimir Putin be held to account and prosecuted? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 31/03/2022 14:32 GMT : UN seeks billions in aid for Afghanistan
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Amid a worsening humanitarian crisis, the UN is seeking $4.4bn in aid for Afghanistan. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Global Questions
Ukraine crisis: What next for Europe?
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Fears are growing the war in Ukraine could spill into Poland and change Europe forever. Show more
BBC OS gives a vibrant account of the day’s events with explanation and reaction from those involved.
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Witness History
Selling Van Gogh's Sunflowers
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
How one of the Dutch artist's masterpieces was sold at auction at Christie's in London in March 1987 for 39.9 million dollars - shattering the world record,. 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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BBC sports correspondents tell the story behind today's top sporting news, with interviews and reports from across the world.
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
31/03/2022 20:06 GMT: Red Cross plans biggest Mariupol convoy yet
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
The aid organisation is planning the biggest relief and evacuation convoy yet into the besieged Ukrainian port of Mariupol. Show more
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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
Margaret Fuller: Early feminist and war correspondent
39 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
A formidable American intellectual who refused to be held back by the many limitations imposed on women in the 19th century. Show more
In 2002, free diver Tanya Streeter attempted to set a No Limits world record by diving down to 160m and resurfacing, all on a single breath. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Ships backed-up in Shanghai
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Covid measures in Shanghai have knock-on effects on shipping Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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World Football
Counting down to Qatar 2022
26 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In the week of the World Cup draw, Mani Djazmi travels to the host country Qatar where he speaks to Croatia international Lovro Majer, tournament organisers, workers and fans. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
Dressing Beyoncé: It started with a Barbie outfit
41 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Artist Osman loved to watch his mum sew, in a part of the house men weren't allowed. What he learnt about style saw him launch a successful label, but soon that wasn’t enough. Show more
Witness History
Selling Van Gogh's Sunflowers
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
How one of the Dutch artist's masterpieces was sold at auction at Christie's in London in March 1987 for 39.9 million dollars - shattering the world record,. 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.
