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The Cultural Frontline
Ben Okri
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
The Nigerian novelist and poet discusses his creative process, 25 years after winning the Booker Prize. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
After raiding parliament Iraqi demonstrators ensconce in the 'Green Zone'; Syrian radio drama; Remembering the Hillsborough tragedy. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Weekend
Obama's last White House correspondents dinner
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
President Obama's last White House correspondents dinner; Iraqi protesters storm the parliament building; Why the history of translating the Bible is so bloody. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
John Kerry is in Geneva today trying to bring about a ceasefire in Syria; Will Donald Trump secure the nomination after Indiana? New findings about tyrannosaurs. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
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From Our Own Correspondent
Matters of Life and Death
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Why South Sudan's people are desperate for peace; the children who broke China's one-child policy; ageing in Cuba; and Belarus's hunger for nuclear power, even after Chernobyl Show more
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How Shakespeare became part of the fabric of early American life. With Stephen Sondheim and Alec Baldwin. Show more
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Over to You
How Does The BBC World Service Handle Religion?
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
BBC World Service commissioning editor Steve Titherington, responds to claims of bias against certain faiths Show more
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Global Business
Recruiting by Algorithm
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Peter Day looks at how companies are hiring new staff; and discovers that to get to the interview you often have to impress a computer programme first. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
Iraq Security Forces Try to Bring Order
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Iraqi protestors demand end to corruption; Leicester City; Linda Ramone reminisces 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.
Sportsworld
LIVE Premier League Commentary
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Southampton versus Manchester City from St Mary's Stadium Show more
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Sportsworld
LIVE Premier League Commentary
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Southampton versus Manchester City from St Mary's Stadium Show more
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The day's top stories, including reaction to Manchester United versus Leicester City Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Newsroom
Demonstrators Withdraw From Baghdad's Green Zone - But Their Protest Goes On
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Iraqi protestors threaten to topple the government if their demands aren't met, Calls from Germany to ban Muslim minarets and the burqa, Paris May Day trouble Show more
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Heart and Soul
Archbishop Tutu’s Ubuntu
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Christianity and the ancient spiritual concept of Ubuntu in South Africa Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
German party adopts anti-Islam platform
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Alternative für Deutschland approves anti-Islam policies; Tim Franks at a Donald Trump rally in Indiana; Circus lions set free Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
From Our Own Correspondent
Matters of Life and Death
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Why South Sudan's people are desperate for peace; the children who broke China's one-child policy; ageing in Cuba; and Belarus's hunger for nuclear power, even after Chernobyl Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Global Business
Recruiting by Algorithm
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Peter Day looks at how companies are hiring new staff; and discovers that to get to the interview you often have to impress a computer programme first. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Newsroom
Brazil Scientists' New Warning Over Zika Virus
14 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Brazilian scientists warn Zika may be much more dangerous than previously thought; German Muslims protest as right-wing party approves manifesto Show more
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Boston Calling
On a Mission
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
The story of a 20-something CIA officer who took on the Taliban. Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 2016/05/02 00:06 GMT: Police and May Day Protestors Clash in France
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
May Day protests in France turn violent as politicians prepare to debate new labour law. Show more
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The Food Chain
Bottled Water: Do We Really Need It?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
We ask if bottled water creates an unnecessary strain on the environment, or is a potential lifesaver. Plus, we speak to the head of bottled water giant Nestle Waters. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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More or Less
Simpson’s Paradox
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
We explore two instances where women seemed to be suffering discrimination – but was it just a misunderstanding of the statistics? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
