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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
05/08/2022 05:06 GMT : Four days of Chinese military exercises are under way around Taiwan
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceBeijing launched these drills in response to the US House Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial trip to the island. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newsday
05/08/2022 06:06 GMT : China's military drills in Taiwan continue following Nancy Pelosi's visit
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceHer comments come as China continues to express its anger ate her visit to the Island. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
HARDtalk
Gregory Doran: Why does Shakespeare still captivate us?
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Stephen Sackur interviews Gregory Doran, artistic director emeritus of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Why do we continue to make much ado about Shakespeare? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The fungal kingdom is getting a lot of attention due to its wide-ranging potential uses, from medical compounds to robust, ecologically-sound materials. Tim Hayward investigates. Show more
Witness History
The return of Asians to Uganda
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
When Yoweri Museveni came to power in 1986, he asked exiled Asians to return to Uganda to help rebuild the country.
Dr Mumtaz Kassam was one of those who decided to return. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Tech Life
The future of medical virtual reality
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We take a look at virtual reality as it helps surgeons in Brazil work with colleagues in Britain on an operation to separate twins joined at the head. Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
Science In Action
Synthetic mouse embryos with brains and hearts
30 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Researchers grow synthetic mouse embryos with brains and beating hearts from stem cells. Plus, how covid spreads when we breathe and ways to improve coronavirus vaccines. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Real Story
Italy’s right-wing nationalists on the rise
49 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Brothers of Italy party set to do well in upcoming elections. 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.
World Football
FC Köln and Canada's Stephanie Labbé
30 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
FC Köln's Kristian Pedersen looks ahead to the new Bundesliga season, and former Canada goalkeeper Stephanie Labbé discusses the comedown after big tournaments. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Fifth Floor
What next for women in football?
41 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
As England's women celebrate their victory, we put the spotlight on women footballers in Latin America and the Arab world to ask about their challenges and opportunities. Show more
Witness History
The return of Asians to Uganda
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
When Yoweri Museveni came to power in 1986, he asked exiled Asians to return to Uganda to help rebuild the country.
Dr Mumtaz Kassam was one of those who decided to return. 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
05/08/2022 13:06 GMT: Chinese military drills continue around Taiwan
50 minutes
on BBC World Service
As China continues to flex its military muscles, we hear from Taiwan's foreign minister. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
HARDtalk
Gregory Doran: Why does Shakespeare still captivate us?
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Stephen Sackur interviews Gregory Doran, artistic director emeritus of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Why do we continue to make much ado about Shakespeare? Show more
The latest two minute news summary from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Kenyans will go to the polls next week to elect the country’s fifth president. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Witness History
The return of Asians to Uganda
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
When Yoweri Museveni came to power in 1986, he asked exiled Asians to return to Uganda to help rebuild the country.
Dr Mumtaz Kassam was one of those who decided to return. 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
05/08/2022 20:06 GMT: China suspends climate talks with the US
50 minutes
on BBC World Service
China suspends climate talks with US amid tensions over Taiwan. Show more
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 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.
The Real Story
Italy’s right-wing nationalists on the rise
49 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Brothers of Italy party set to do well in upcoming elections. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Business Matters
US labour market defies recession fears
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Employment has risen above pre-pandemic level 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.
Witness History
The return of Asians to Uganda
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
When Yoweri Museveni came to power in 1986, he asked exiled Asians to return to Uganda to help rebuild the country.
Dr Mumtaz Kassam was one of those who decided to return. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
The Real Story
Italy’s right-wing nationalists on the rise
49 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Brothers of Italy party set to do well in upcoming elections. Show more
