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Newsday
16/10/2023 04:06 GMT : UN Chief: Middle East on the ‘verge of the abyss’
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Antonio Guterres said Hamas should release all those it had taken captive and Israel should allow relief supplies to reach civilians in Gaza. Show more
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CrowdScience
Why are spices delicious?
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CrowdScience listener Kristine from Wisconsin wants to know why herbs and spices taste so good, and is intrigued to know if there's evidence that herbs and spices keep us healthy. Show more
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Newsday
16/10/2023 05:06 GMT : UN: ‘Fuel reserves at hospitals in Gaza running out’
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Warning that the lives of thousands of patients will be "at risk". Show more
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Newsday
16/10/2023 06:06 GMT : US President: Gaza occupation would be a ‘big mistake’
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Joe Biden told CBS News that he believes Hamas should be eliminated, but it would be "a big mistake" for Israel to occupy Gaza. Show more
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HARDtalk
Olha Stefanishyna: How solid is the West’s support for Kyiv?
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Stephen Sackur speaks to Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration. Just how solid is the West’s support for Kyiv? Show more
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Business Daily
The impact of India's rice export ban
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What happens when the world’s biggest supplier stops exporting? Show more
Witness History
Cambodian peace walk
9 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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In 1992, Cambodia held its first peace walk aimed at uniting a country torn apart by years of conflict. The 415km Dhammayietra was led by the Buddhist monk, Maha Ghosananda. Show more
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CrowdScience
Why are spices delicious?
27 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
CrowdScience listener Kristine from Wisconsin wants to know why herbs and spices taste so good, and is intrigued to know if there's evidence that herbs and spices keep us healthy. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The History Hour
The creation of Ghana's flag and the oldest person at primary school
51 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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We find out how Ghana's flag was designed after independence, how an acid attack survivor fought to change the law in India, and why an 84-year-old enrolled at school in Kenya. Show more
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The Conversation
Descending the depths: Freediving champions
27 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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Kim Chakanetsa speaks to two freedivers from Italy and Poland about what it takes to compete and set world-records in the extreme sport. Show more
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Outlook
Thirty-eight days: A family adrift in the Pacific
41 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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Douglas Robertson was on a sailing trip around the world with his parents and siblings when their boat was attacked by orcas. Their adventure became a battle of survival. Show more
Witness History
Cambodian peace walk
9 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
In 1992, Cambodia held its first peace walk aimed at uniting a country torn apart by years of conflict. The 415km Dhammayietra was led by the Buddhist monk, Maha Ghosananda. 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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CrowdScience
Why are spices delicious?
27 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
CrowdScience listener Kristine from Wisconsin wants to know why herbs and spices taste so good, and is intrigued to know if there's evidence that herbs and spices keep us healthy. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
16/10/2023 13:06 GMT: Israel minister says Gaza aim is to 'amplify pressure'
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Likud minister for Intelligence Gila Gamliel tells Newshour that supply line have been suspended to Gaza in order to "amplify pressure". Show more
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HARDtalk
Olha Stefanishyna: How solid is the West’s support for Kyiv?
23 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
Stephen Sackur speaks to Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration. Just how solid is the West’s support for Kyiv? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 16/10/2023 14:32 GMT : Former Bank of China boss arrested on bribery charges
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Former Bank of China chairman Liu Liange has been arrested on suspicion of bribery and giving illegal loans. He was chair from 2019-2023, resigning in March this year. Show more
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BBC OS
2023/10/16 16:06 GMT: Could Hamas and Israel war escalate?
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Israel continues to exchange fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Show more
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Witness History
Cambodian peace walk
9 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
In 1992, Cambodia held its first peace walk aimed at uniting a country torn apart by years of conflict. The 415km Dhammayietra was led by the Buddhist monk, Maha Ghosananda. 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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BBC sports correspondents tell the story behind today's top sporting news, with interviews and reports from across the world.
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Newshour
16/10/2023 20:06 GMT: Gaza Rafah crossing remains closed
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The area around the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt is hit by an airstrike Show more
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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.
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The History Hour
The creation of Ghana's flag and the oldest person at primary school
51 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
We find out how Ghana's flag was designed after independence, how an acid attack survivor fought to change the law in India, and why an 84-year-old enrolled at school in Kenya. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Leaders gather for Belt and Road Forum
50 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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Russia's President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet China's President Xi Jinping as the programme marks its 10th anniversary. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Documentary
Africa's urban future: Tanzania
27 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
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The opportunities and challenges of Africa's rapid urbanisation Show more
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Outlook
Thirty-eight days: A family adrift in the Pacific
41 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
Douglas Robertson was on a sailing trip around the world with his parents and siblings when their boat was attacked by orcas. Their adventure became a battle of survival. Show more
Witness History
Cambodian peace walk
9 minutes on BBC World Service South Asia
Available for over a year
In 1992, Cambodia held its first peace walk aimed at uniting a country torn apart by years of conflict. The 415km Dhammayietra was led by the Buddhist monk, Maha Ghosananda. 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.