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The latest import figures from China spell more bad news for miners from India to Africa. We hear from Goa, South Africa and from an analyst in London on what the future holds. Show more
In the 1950s, the quintessentially English singer, actor and playwright, Noel Coward, was invited to do a show in Las Vega, which was then controlled by the Mob. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
An edition of The Forum dedicated to curves in art, in space and in life. Show more
Sporting Witness
Iran's Triple Jumper Turned Pop Legend
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
How Faramarz Assef switched from international athletics to music stardom. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Germany's culture of welcome; Pope Francis's new divorce plans; Koreas to hold more family reunions; Hitchcock's silent films
(Picture: Migrants in Budapest Credit: Getty) Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
EU finalises migrant quotas, Turkey air force hits PKK, Colombia baby swap Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Outlook
Speer's Daughter Opens Home to Refugees
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Hilde Schramm, daughter of Hitler's architect, gives refuge to Syrian war survivors. Show more
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Discovery
Life Changers - Venki Ramakrishnan
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Kevin Fong talks to Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan about his remarkable and unconventional career Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Migrants share their stories as they make their way from Budapest to Munich. Also, we hear the discussion around "fat shaming". Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The UN forecasts a doubling of Africa’s population in 35 years. Hans Rosling says this spectacular demographic shift could be a good news story for the continent. Show more
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.
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
World Business Report
Lufthansa Talks Tough on Industrial Action
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The bitter story behind Britain's favourite cuppa. A BBC investigation uncovers harsh working conditions at tea plantations in India. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Kenyans caught with suspected mall bomb, El Salvador baby swap family reunited, Snake anti-venom supplies 'running out' 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
Is Europe's asylum system dysfunctional?
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
UN envoy wants fair refugee quota; James Bond author; American detainee backs Iran deal
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Inquiry
How Will a Population Boom Change Africa?
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The UN forecasts the number of people in Africa will double by 2050. Some fear the impact of a demographic explosion - but others say it could be a good news story. Show more
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Hugh Sykes visits four African nations and finds stories of change Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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World Business Report
Lufthansa Talks Tough on Industrial Action
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The German airline says it won't back down over pilots' demands; a BBC investigation uncovers harsh working conditions at Indian tea plantations. Show more
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.
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How much water do we use when we download or upload data?; The future of virtual reality; The demise of Flash – why has it caused such a problem for developers and users alike Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
Lufthansa Pilot Strike Affects 140,000 Passengers
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The German airline Lufthansa has cancelled a thousand flights on Wednesday because of a continuing strike by pilots. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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