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Weekend
China reopens borders in final farewell to zero-COVID
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for years
Coronavirus cases are surging across China as restrictions on movement are abandoned Show more
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From Our Own Correspondent
Russia’s New Year war footing
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The holiday season is militarised in Moscow; tracking migrants’ SOS calls along the US-Mexico border; the Brazilian divides facing Lula and South Korea’s hectic housing market. Show more
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Trending
How humanitarian crises are exploited online
24 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We investigate the money-making schemes that spring up on platforms like TikTok in the wake of conflict. All is not as it seems, and donations might not end up where you think. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The Inquiry
Should other countries adopt Canada's immigration model?
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Canada is just one of a number of countries who are facing shortage of labour issues. Their solution - Increased immigration, but can this work for other nations too? Show more
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Newshour
08/01/2023 13:06 GMT: China lifts international travel restrictions
50 minutes
on BBC World Service
In spite of a huge surge in Covid-19 cases, restrictions on travellers are scrapped. Show more
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Heart and Soul
Pope Benedict XVI: A life and legacy
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Pope Benedict XVI, the first pope to retire in 600 years, died in the Vatican at 95 years of age. In this special programme, Colm Flynn tells the story of his life and his impact. Show more
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The History Hour
Pussy Riot and other Russian rebels
51 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The story of how a protest led by the punk band Pussy Riot in one of Moscow's main cathedrals led to a trial which made the news inside Russia and around the world. Show more
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Newshour
08/01/2023 21:06 GMT: Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazilian government offices
50 minutes
on BBC World Service
Supporters of Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, have invaded government offices Show more
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Trending
How humanitarian crises are exploited online
24 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We investigate the money-making schemes that spring up on platforms like TikTok in the wake of conflict. All is not as it seems, and donations might not end up where you think. Show more
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Pick of the World
'My friend, the serial killer'
18 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The US nurse who realised her colleague and friend was killing patients. Plus, the world bids farewell to Brazil's most famous footballing son, Pele. Show more
Over to You
Listeners’ review of the past year on the World Service
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We hear your thoughts on what you heard on the BBC World Service over the past 12 months. What caught your attention, and what didn't quite hit the nail on the head? Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
From Our Own Correspondent
Russia’s New Year war footing
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The holiday season is militarised in Moscow; tracking migrants’ SOS calls along the US-Mexico border; the Brazilian divides facing Lula and South Korea’s hectic housing market. Show more
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
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
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The Climate Question
Can renewables be used for heating?
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We need heat for all sorts of things. From keeping our homes warm to big industrial processes. But can renewables deliver? Show more
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Tech Tent is in Las Vegas for CES, one of the world's most important tech shows, discussing VR and AI - and meeting the exhibitors hoping they've invented the next big thing. Show more
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Pick of the World
'My friend, the serial killer'
18 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
The US nurse who realised her colleague and friend was killing patients. Plus, the world bids farewell to Brazil's most famous footballing son, Pele. Show more
Over to You
Listeners’ review of the past year on the World Service
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
We hear your thoughts on what you heard on the BBC World Service over the past 12 months. What caught your attention, and what didn't quite hit the nail on the head? 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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