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Weekend
UN Peacekeepers Killed in Democratic Republic of Congo
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
At least 14 UN peacekeepers killed in DR Congo; the young Taiwanese workers choosing farming over urban trades; British children's author Jacqueline Wilson celebrated in song Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Weekend
Tensions Rise Between Israel and Palestinians
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Clashes continue between Israel and Palestinians over US Jerusalem recognition; Brexit deal paves way for trade talks; the controversial Alabama Senate candidate backed by Trump Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Weekend
Rohingya Refugees Continue to Flee Myanmar for Bangladesh
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Numbers of Rohingya refugees arriving in Bangladesh slows but crisis continues; the Palestinians in Lebanon who want to go home; how we use language to influence other people. Show more
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Outlook
Outlook Weekend: Doubt and Other Cures
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Noman Benotman is a Libyan former jihadist, Fatima Akilu uses football to educate militants in Nigeria and Angela King was a neo-Nazi until she fell in love with a black woman. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Sportshour
Injured by war, the tale of an Iron Lady
33 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Yorkshire's international football team, the Christmas Truce tournament and Ireland's ice runner all on this weeks show. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Israel's military said action was in retaliation for Hamas rocket strikes. Show more
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Global Business
Electric Cars
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Can electric cars replace petrol and diesel vehicles in a new motoring revolution, driven by innovative companies and governments. Peter Morgan reports Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
Air Strikes On Gaza After Rockets Fired Into Israel
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza, saying it was targeting Hamas weapons factories. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC Music on the World Service with Cerys Matthews
Highlights from BBC Music in 2017
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Cerys Matthews looks back at the best stories from the likes of Ray Davies, Booker T. Jones, PP Arnold, and Jane Birkin Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Live sport from around the world with news, interviews and analysis.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Newsroom
Iraq Declares End of War with IS
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
PM Haider al-Abadi says Iraqi troops are now in complete control of the country. Show more
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Over to You
What Causes Bad Reception and Signal Failure?
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Simon Gosby, the man in charge of FM Transmitters reveals the weird ways in which your signal can fail. Plus the producers of Ocean Stories tell us why it is so important. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
Iraq Declares War With Islamic State Over
53 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi told a conference in Baghdad that Iraqi troops were now in complete control of the Iraqi-Syrian border. Show more
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The Newsroom
Iraqi PM: War Against Islamic State is Over
14 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi told Iraqis "your land has been completely liberated". 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.
Global Business
Electric Cars
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Can electric cars replace petrol and diesel vehicles in a new motoring revolution, driven by innovative companies and governments. Peter Morgan reports Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The World This Week
US says Jerusalem is Israel's capital
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East
President Trump swept away decades of diplomatic caution. He pleased his supporters and Israel - but angered many Muslim states and US allies. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
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The Cultural Frontline
Bitcoin: The Culture of Cryptocurrency
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
The Cultural Frontline: where arts and news collide. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Over to You
What Causes Bad Reception and Signal Failure?
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Simon Gosby, the man in charge of FM Transmitters reveals the weird ways in which your signal can fail. Plus the producers of Ocean Stories tell us why it is so important. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The World This Week
US says Jerusalem is Israel's capital
23 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastPresident Trump swept away decades of diplomatic caution. He pleased his supporters and Israel - but angered many Muslim states and US allies. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Digital Planet
Slush Innovations in Helsinki
27 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
Slush’s innovative start-ups in Helsinki; Indian crop yields; AI cracks Enigma code; NYT ClimateTECH 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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Living with the Gods
Living with the Dead
18 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
For the living, deceased ancestors had great wisdom and knowledge of the world and could be called upon to help key decision-makers. Show more
Witness History
Art in Revolutionary Russia
9 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
After the 1917 Russian Revolution, avant-garde art flourished. But this artistic freedom was short-lived. Hear the story of art curator Nikolai Punin who died in the Gulag. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Documentary
The Odyssey of General Anders' Army
50 minutes
on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle EastAvailable for over a year
During World War II, many thousands of Polish men, women and children took their last and best chance to escape Soviet gulags. Show more
