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Civil society organisations say such morality policing by the state represents a major setback for the world's third largest democracy Show more
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Newsday
06/12/2022 06:06 GMT : Pre-marital sex in Indonesia carries jail term
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on BBC World ServiceLaw passed that makes sex outside marriage an offence punishable by up to one year in prison for residents and foreign visitors alike Show more
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Newsday
06/12/2022 07:06 GMT : Indonesia’s sex ban delayed for three years
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on BBC World ServiceNew law banning pre-marital sex will be implemented after three years following protests Show more
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Business Daily
Nollywood: Nigeria's billion dollar film industry
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on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We hear from those involved in Nigeria’s film industry. Nollywood is worth billions of dollars and has an annual output of over 2,500 films - more than Hollywood. Show more
Hindu extremists demolished a 16th century mosque in the Indian city of Ayodhya.
Praveen Jain witnessed rehearsals for the demolition the day before it happened. Show more
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India aims to have electrified the entirety of its rail network by the end of 2023. Show more
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The Arts Hour
George Takei on his career and heritage
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George Takei, best known as the original Mr Sulu from Star Trek, joins Nikki Bedi in the studio. Show more
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In the Studio
Jessie Burton: Writing The Miniaturist
27 minutes
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The journey of a novel, from a doll's house in Amsterdam to a global bestseller. Show more
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Outlook
Out of the swamp: Uncovering a hidden US slave ship
41 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
In 2018 Ben Raines went in search of vessel that had secretly transported enslaved West African people to the US. But what came to the surface was more than a shipwreck. Show more
Hindu extremists demolished a 16th century mosque in the Indian city of Ayodhya.
Praveen Jain witnessed rehearsals for the demolition the day before it happened. Show more
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Ben Garrod and Jess French get under the skin of the enigmatic harbour porpoise. Show more
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Innovative ways to help people get a better night’s rest. Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 06/12/2022 15:32 GMT : Russian oil cap: Tanker jam builds up on Turkish waters
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on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Ankara demands that any vessels navigating its straits are fully covered. Show more
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BBC OS
2022/12/06 16:06 GMT: Iran protests: A special investigation
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As the protests across Iran continue, we speak to a group of BBC teams who have come together to investigate the number of people killed in the demonstrations. Show more
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BBC OS
2022/12/06 17:06 GMT: Haiti: Food and famine inside the country
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We hear from the BBC's international correspondent Orla Guerin on the subjects of food and famine inside Haiti. Show more
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Outlook
Out of the swamp: Uncovering a hidden US slave ship
41 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
In 2018 Ben Raines went in search of vessel that had secretly transported enslaved West African people to the US. But what came to the surface was more than a shipwreck. Show more
Hindu extremists demolished a 16th century mosque in the Indian city of Ayodhya.
Praveen Jain witnessed rehearsals for the demolition the day before it happened. Show more
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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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Digital Planet
Predicting cyclones with mobiles
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on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Scientists are using mobiles to create a virtual supercomputer to model cyclones. The Fediverse - what is it and why do we need it? App that helps you buy medicines if you’re blind Show more
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BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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World Business Report
First broadcast 06/12/2022 22:32 GMT : Trump Organisation found guilty of defrauding tax authorities
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The Trump Organisation has been convicted of tax crimes by a New York jury Show more
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In the Studio
Jessie Burton: Writing The Miniaturist
27 minutes
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The journey of a novel, from a doll's house in Amsterdam to a global bestseller. Show more
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Business Matters
Trump Organisation found guilty of defrauding tax authorities
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The Trump Organisation has been convicted of tax crimes by a New York jury Show more
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Giles Edwards speaks to former presidents and prime ministers who have run, or worked for, international organisations, from civil society to the United Nations. Show more
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Hindu extremists demolished a 16th century mosque in the Indian city of Ayodhya.
Praveen Jain witnessed rehearsals for the demolition the day before it happened. Show more
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