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They’ve been the subject of scary headlines. They’re getting better fast. What’s the truth about the fake video technology that allows users to put words in other people’s mouths? Show more
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Jammu and Kashmir as reported by BBC Urdu in Pakistan
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The ongoing crisis in Jammu and Kashmir as seen from the Pakistan side of the border. Plus how a BBC team joined a group from Africa who risked their lives trying reach the US. Show more
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Megachurches, hip hop, and podcasts: American evangelical Christians are ‘not a monolith.’ Show more
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Is impeachment a trap for President Trump's opponents? HARDtalk's Stephen Sackur speaks to Anthony Scaramucci, former Trump cheerleader but now an arch critic. Show more
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Is a vegan diet better for your health?
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Is there any evidence to show that vegans are likely to live longer or are less likely to get certain diseases? And what impact do alternative meat products have on your health? Show more
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Donald Trump and Boris Johnson both suffered major setbacks this week. One faces impeachment; the other was humiliated by Britain's top court. Show more
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John Murphy sees how high crime has led to a boom in armoured cars, gun clubs and facial recognition technology in Rio. Show more
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The US Supreme Court agrees to hear Curtis Flowers’ case. Show more
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Jammu and Kashmir as reported by BBC Urdu in Pakistan
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The ongoing crisis in Jammu and Kashmir as seen from the Pakistan side of the border. Plus how a BBC team joined a group from Africa who risked their lives trying reach the US. Show more
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In America children can get married legally in most states. Jane O'Brien investigates. Show more
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From Our Own Correspondent
The People's Republic of China on parade
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China readies a big show to mark 70 years of the People's Republic; rule of the gun in Brazil; a complex picture of Iranian-Americans; and a city reborn after tsunami in Japan Show more
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