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Newsday
11/10/2023 04:06 GMT : Israel concluding operations to clear Hamas gunmen from its territory
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for years
The harrowing details are just beginning to emerge of the Hamas incursion into southern Israel. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Tech Life
The carbon footprint of AI
28 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Researchers estimate that the AI industry could consume as much energy annually as a country the size of the Netherlands by 2027. We take a look at the details. Show more
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Newsday
11/10/2023 05:06 GMT : Palestinian officials say Israeli airstrikes have killed more than 900 people
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for years
Entire neighbourhoods of the Gaza Strip have been flattened in Israel's bombardments. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
11/10/2023 06:06 GMT : The Israeli army says the first plane carrying US arms has arrived
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for years
Arab League foreign ministers meet today to attempt to agree a ceasefire in the conflict between Hamas and Israel. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
HARDtalk
Danny Danon: A new Middle East war
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Stephen speaks to long-standing Israeli politician Danny Danon. Can a new conflict in the Middle East be contained and where does it end? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Business Daily
The rising price of fuel in Nigeria
18 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Ending subsidies has caused a spike the cost of petrol - we look at the impact on consumers and businesses - and the knock-on effect for neighbouring countries like Cameroon. Show more
Witness History
Theodosia Okoh: Designer of Ghana’s flag
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 1957, Ghana became the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence. The unveiling of a new flag marked a fresh start for Ghana. It was designed by Theodosia Okoh. 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 Climate Question
How can we fight drought in the Horn of Africa?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
We report from a Maasai digging project in the greater Horn of Africa. The drought there is the worst for 40 years, made 100 times more likely by climate change. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
World Book Club
Michael Chabon: The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
American writer Michael Chabon talks about his 2001 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay. 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.
Outlook
How almost dying on a migrant boat gave me a new purpose
41 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
After a perilous journey on a migrant boat attempting to leave Senegal, Baye Seyni Sène set up a school in Dakar to encourage young people to stay in the country. Show more
Witness History
Theodosia Okoh: Designer of Ghana’s flag
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 1957, Ghana became the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence. The unveiling of a new flag marked a fresh start for Ghana. It was designed by Theodosia Okoh. 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
11/10/2023 13:06 GMT: Gaza’s only power plant runs out of fuel during Israeli siege
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
A fifth day of Israeli strikes in response to Hamas attacks on Saturday. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
HARDtalk
Danny Danon: A new Middle East war
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Stephen speaks to long-standing Israeli politician Danny Danon. Can a new conflict in the Middle East be contained and where does it end? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 11/10/2023 14:32 GMT : How is Hamas funded?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
As the Israeli blockade continues, we look at how Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip, gets its funding. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC OS
2023/10/11 16:06 GMT: Israel sets up 'war cabinet'
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for years
Israel's forming an emergency government, which includes a "war cabinet". Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Witness History
Theodosia Okoh: Designer of Ghana’s flag
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 1957, Ghana became the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence. The unveiling of a new flag marked a fresh start for Ghana. It was designed by Theodosia Okoh. 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.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
11/10/2023 20:06 GMT: Appeal for aid as Israel cuts off power to Gaza
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East Asia
Interviews, news and analysis of the day’s global events. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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.
World Book Club
Michael Chabon: The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
American writer Michael Chabon talks about his 2001 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Gaza's only power station shuts down
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
As the conflict continues, we hear how a business tries to stay afloat in Israel.
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.
Assignment
America’s hidden histories
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Over 150 years since the end of the American Civil War, the battle for how communities memorialise history remains. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
How almost dying on a migrant boat gave me a new purpose
41 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
After a perilous journey on a migrant boat attempting to leave Senegal, Baye Seyni Sène set up a school in Dakar to encourage young people to stay in the country. Show more
Witness History
Theodosia Okoh: Designer of Ghana’s flag
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 1957, Ghana became the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence. The unveiling of a new flag marked a fresh start for Ghana. It was designed by Theodosia Okoh. 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.
Fast growing cities will put increasing pressure on food security. Show more
