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Global Business
The NHS: The Recruitment Dilemma
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Britain’s National Health Service relies on overseas staff; will leaving the European Union change that? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The Cultural Frontline
The Art of Inauguration Speeches
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
What makes a great inauguration speech and is plagiarism forgivable? Show more
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Weekend
Anti-Trump Rallies Held Across World
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Anti-Trump demonstrations; the Jaipur Literature Festival; conservation in Cambodia Show more
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New White House press secretary accuses the media; Syria peace talks; Communist fashions Show more
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Weekend
The Gambia's President Jammeh Steps Down
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
President Jammeh of The Gambia leaves country; France's Socialist Party; a play about Beslan Show more
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The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Trending
Could Sending a GIF Be a Crime?
18 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
An extreme form of trolling involves sending a flashing animation with intent to cause harm. Who’s being targeted? Show more
Over to You
Your Questions About BBC's World Questions
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Following BBC World Questions in Rome, listeners asked if the audience could have been more representative of Roman society. Series producer, Charlie Taylor replies. Show more
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Heart and Soul
Wrestling with God
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
What is it like to have to wrestle with your faith and staying true to your sexuality at the same time? Show more
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The Newsroom
Trump Slams Media Over Crowd Photos
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
President Trump accuses media of being dishonest over inauguration crowds, at least 36 people killed in India train crash, France's Socialists open battle for party's future Show more
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The Why Factor
Conspiracy Theory
18 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
In Why factor Mike Williams talks to a psychologist, a Professor of Political Science and a conspiracy theorist as he attempts to separate fact from fiction. Show more
50 Things That Made the Modern Economy
Antibiotics
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
It’s hard to overstate the impact of antibiotics on the way we live. But the story of antibiotics is a cautionary one. And unhelpful economic incentives are in large part to blame Show more
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BBC World Drama
The Day Dad Stole a Bus by Péricles Silveira
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Nayara’s Dad wants her to see her Grandmother’s house in Bento Rodrigues, Brazil, years after a dam disaster destroyed the village. But why has he stolen a bus to take her there? Show more
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Newshour
Trump Team Attacks "Shameful" Inauguration Coverage
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
The White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer calls comparisons of the numbers attending Obama and Trump's inaugurations "shameful and wrong". Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
World Have Your Say
Live from WAMU
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
From our partner station in Washington DC, we discuss the start of the Trump presidency Show more
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Sportsworld
Live Premier League Commentary
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
The leaders Chelsea host Hull City at Stamford Bridge. Show more
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Sportsworld
Live Premier League Commentary
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
The leaders Chelsea against Hull City from Stamford Bridge. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The White House accuses US media of trying to delegitimise Donald Trump's presidency, Israel approves the construction of more than five hundred new settlement homes Show more
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Heart and Soul
Wrestling with God
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
What is it like to have to wrestle with your faith and staying true to your sexuality at the same time? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
White House Will Fight "Tooth and Nail" Against Media Coverage
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Donald Trump's Chief of Staff says the US press is trying to de-legitimise his presidency Show more
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From Our Own Correspondent
Higher Powers
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Surviving two years of IS rule in Iraq; the blasphemy row galvanising Indonesia; Hong Kong's identity, 20 years on; and why Namibia's Damara people are praying for rain. Show more
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Global Business
The NHS: The Recruitment Dilemma
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Britain’s National Health Service relies on overseas staff; will leaving the European Union change that? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The History Hour
Roots - The TV Series
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Actor Leslie Uggams recalls the TV series that changed views on African-American history, plus peace comes to El Salvador, the murder of Hrant Dink, and Dungeons and Dragons. Show more
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Exiled Gambian ruler, Yahya Jammeh, accused of leaving country with millions of dollars; The science of crowd counting Show more
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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The Conversation
Tour Guides
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Two women tour guides who are pioneers in their different countries talk about battling stereotypes, handling danger, and having fun. Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 2017/01/23 01:06 GMT: Benoit Hamon Wins First Round of French Socialist Primary
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
The leftist candidate Benoit Hamon received the most votes, beating former Prime Minister Manuel Valls. Show more
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The Food Chain
Should You Drink Your Food?
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Why won't our brains let us feel full on liquid food? After all, we spent the first months of our lives living on milk alone. And we speak to a man who drank his food for 30 days. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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More or Less
Why January makes us want to scream
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Blue Monday and Oxfam’s comparison wealth of billionaires and the poor –the stories that come around every year. Show more
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