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Newsday
19/10/2023 04:06 GMT : Egypt and US agree to allow aid into Gaza
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for years
Egypt has agreed to open the Rafah crossing for aid delivery into Gaza, that may happen by Friday at the earliest, but there has been no mention of people being allowed to leave. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Health Check
Cholera cases surge in Zimbabwe
26 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
Zimbabwe bans large gatherings due to cholera outbreak; How a PhD project is reducing violence around the world; The diabetes ‘time bomb’ in Sierra Leone Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
19/10/2023 05:06 GMT : Biden says there's been a breakthrough on humanitarian aid entering Gaza
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for years
As conflict between Israel and Hamas continues those living in Gaza are suffering amid constant bombing. Show more
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Newsday
19/10/2023 06:06 GMT : Egypt agrees to open Rafah crossing to allow aid trucks into Gaza
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for years
Egypt's president has agreed to open up the Rafah crossing to allow aid into Gaza, but this would likely not happen until Friday. Show more
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The Inquiry
Is peace in the Arctic melting?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
The war in Ukraine and melting ice is raising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic. Russia is no longer cooperating with the West and moving closer to China. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Business Daily
What makes a stadium special?
18 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
Most new stadiums are now designed like pieces of art. They’re made to look unique, iconic landmarks. But have some of these new ones lost their spark? Show more
Witness History
Launching Lagos Fashion Week
9 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2011, models, stylists and fashionistas gathered for Lagos Fashion Week’s debut which would put Nigerian style on the global map. The event was launched by Omoyemi Akerele. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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Assignment
The village versus the mine
27 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
A village in northern Portugal is fighting to prevent a large scale lithium mine for electric batteries from going into operation on its doorstep. Show more
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Unexpected Elements
Putting Madonna to the test
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
From animals reproducing 'like a virgin' to warp bubbles allowing travel 'quicker than a ray of light', the team asks whether Madonna's lyrics stand up to scientific scrutiny. 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 Food Chain
The rise of private chefs
28 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
There's a growing market for professional home cooking, but are you always guaranteed the luxury experience you’re paying for? Show more
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Outlook
Vet at the end of the Earth
41 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
Vet Joe Hollins spent years living as a nomad travelling from place to place, until he found an unlikely home on a volcanic island and friendship with the world’s oldest animal. Show more
Witness History
Launching Lagos Fashion Week
9 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2011, models, stylists and fashionistas gathered for Lagos Fashion Week’s debut which would put Nigerian style on the global map. The event was launched by Omoyemi Akerele. 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
19/10/2023 13:06 GMT: Aid waits to enter Gaza at Egypt crossing
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South Asia
About 20 trucks carrying food, water and medical supplies may be allowed to enter Gaza in the coming days. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
Is peace in the Arctic melting?
23 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
The war in Ukraine and melting ice is raising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic. Russia is no longer cooperating with the West and moving closer to China. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
First broadcast 19/10/2023 14:32 GMT : New York attorney general sues crypto firms for alleged investor fraud
27 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
New York attorney general Letitia James is suing three crypto firms, Genesis Global and parent company Digital Currency Group, for allegedly defrauding investors of $1 billion. Show more
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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
BBC OS
2023/10/19 16:06 GMT: Aid lorries waiting to be allowed to Gaza
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for years
Aid agencies call for more aid to Gaza. Show more
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Witness History
Launching Lagos Fashion Week
9 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2011, models, stylists and fashionistas gathered for Lagos Fashion Week’s debut which would put Nigerian style on the global map. The event was launched by Omoyemi Akerele. 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.
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.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
19/10/2023 20:06 GMT: Israel air strike kills Hamas security chief
49 minutes
on BBC World Service South Asia
Jehad Mheisen is the latest of a series of Hamas commanders killed in Israeli attacks 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
BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Unexpected Elements
Putting Madonna to the test
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
From animals reproducing 'like a virgin' to warp bubbles allowing travel 'quicker than a ray of light', the team asks whether Madonna's lyrics stand up to scientific scrutiny. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Biden addresses nation as Israel-Hamas war continues
50 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
After returning from a trip to Israel, President Joe Biden has addressed the US people in a nationally televised speech from the White House. 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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Tech Life
Spotting fake news online
27 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
The spread of false information online during times of conflict is prolific but how do we verify social media posts? BBC disinformation reporter Shayan Sardarizadeh explains. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
Vet at the end of the Earth
41 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
Vet Joe Hollins spent years living as a nomad travelling from place to place, until he found an unlikely home on a volcanic island and friendship with the world’s oldest animal. Show more
Witness History
Launching Lagos Fashion Week
9 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
In 2011, models, stylists and fashionistas gathered for Lagos Fashion Week’s debut which would put Nigerian style on the global map. The event was launched by Omoyemi Akerele. 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.
Heart and Soul
My journey beyond death
27 minutes
on BBC World Service South AsiaAvailable for over a year
Exploring extraordinary spiritual awakenings that follow a confrontation with death. Show more
