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Newsday
18/04/2024 04:06 GMT : Ukraine awaits the long stalled US aid vote
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
In the US, a vote on funding for Ukraine is scheduled to happen this week. The announcement comes as the Ukranian President renews his appeal for more weapons. Show more
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Health Check
Nigeria rolls out world’s first 5-in-1 meningitis vaccine
26 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
World first 5-in-1 meningitis vaccine rolled out in Nigeria; How Brazil is coping with long Covid; Using patches of grafted skin to detect donated organ rejection Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
18/04/2024 05:06 GMT : Qatar says it's reassessing its role as a mediator between Israel and Hamas
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
The prime minister of Qatar has cast doubt on its role in peace talks saying that their efforts were being undermined by politicians seeking to score points. Show more
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Newsday
18/04/2024 06:06 GMT : Qatar says Israel-Gaza talks have stalled
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
The prime minister of Qatar casts doubt on its future role in peace talks linked to the war in Gaza. Show more
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The Inquiry
Are synthetic opioids a global problem?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2022, the US had over 70,000 deaths from synthetic opioids misuse and there are concerns this problem is rising globally. Are synthetic opioids becoming a global problem? Show more
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Corruption at port can often put seafarers in an impossible position. We find out how widespread the problem is, and what regulators are doing to stop it. Show more
Witness History
Deadly Everest avalanche
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
It is a decade since an avalanche killed 16 men on Mount Everest. They were all from the sherpa community in Nepal, working for commercial climbing expeditions. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Documentary
El Salvador's missing children: Part two
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Can Salvadoran children adopted during the country’s civil war find their birth families? Show more
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The Explanation
The Media Show: How Taylor Swift conquered the media
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
A lesson in “Swiftonomics” from the journalists who report on the pop phenomenon. Hugh Grant settles his legal fight with Murdoch. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Happy News
The centenarian stargazer
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
The happiest stories include the 105-year-old man celebrating his 13th total solar eclipse, the AI technology giving back a voice to the voiceless and the search of the crookie. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Global Story
Climate justice: We sued our government, and won!
25 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
The elderly Swiss women behind a landmark ruling. Show more
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Witness History
Deadly Everest avalanche
9 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
It is a decade since an avalanche killed 16 men on Mount Everest. They were all from the sherpa community in Nepal, working for commercial climbing expeditions. 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
18/04/2024 13:06 GMT: Gaza ceasefire talks: Could Qatar walk away?
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
We explore the role of this mediator in the conflict. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
Are synthetic opioids a global problem?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2022, the US had over 70,000 deaths from synthetic opioids misuse and there are concerns this problem is rising globally. Are synthetic opioids becoming a global problem? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 18/04/2024 14:32 GMT : Official corruption... when ships are in port
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
It’s estimated that 90% of traded goods are carried on ocean going ships. But for the seafarers who make that trade possible, it’s not always an easy process. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC OS
2024/04/18 16:06 GMT: Ukraine warns of WW3
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
The G7 meeting discusses Ukraine’s urgent appeal for weapons. 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
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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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Science In Action
Unexpected black hole in our galaxy
31 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
An unexpected black hole illuminates the Milky Way’s deep history; DNA from ancient horse burials and the rise of eastern empires; and the inner mechanisms of drug addiction. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
18/04/2024 20:06 GMT: Germany summons Russian ambassador over spy allegations
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for 7 months
Two German-Russians detained for suspected espionage. 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
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Explanation
The Media Show: How Taylor Swift conquered the media
23 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
A lesson in “Swiftonomics” from the journalists who report on the pop phenomenon. Hugh Grant settles his legal fight with Murdoch. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Happy News
The centenarian stargazer
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
The happiest stories include the 105-year-old man celebrating his 13th total solar eclipse, the AI technology giving back a voice to the voiceless and the search of the crookie. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Ecuador faces severe energy crisis
50 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Businesses in Ecuador have been told to shut down for two days due to power cuts caused by drought. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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We dive the ocean depths to find out how you fix undersea cables that keep us online. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
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.
Heart and Soul
Should I change my name?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service East AsiaAvailable for over a year
Robert Beckford explores the significance of slave names and their emotional impact on individuals and communities. Show more
