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Newsday
30/08/2023 04:06 GMT : Florida braces for 'extremely dangerous' Hurricane Idalia
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The US state of Florida is bracing for the arrival of Hurricane Idalia, which is growing in strength as it bears down on the Gulf Coast. Show more
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Newsday
30/08/2023 05:06 GMT : Army officers say they are taking power in Gabon
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Army officers have appeared on national television in Gabon, claiming to have toppled President Ali Bongo. Show more
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Newsday
30/08/2023 06:06 GMT : Army officers say they are taking power in Gabon
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Army officers have appeared on national television in Gabon, claiming to have toppled President Ali Bongo. Show more
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HARDtalk
Peter Boehringer: Is the AfD a threat to German stability?
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Stephen Sackur speaks to Peter Boehringer, vice chairman of the far-right Alternative für Deutschland party. Does their rise threaten Germany’s stability? Show more
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We look at the economic benefits of getting a good night’s rest Show more
On 14 August 2013, Egypt's army killed hundreds of protestors in Cairo's Rabaa al-Adawiya Square. Sameh Elbarky was in the square that day. He speaks to Ben Henderson. Show more
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The Climate Question
Can live music go green?
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Concerts and tours are booming all over the world. Is this a climate change problem, or an opportunity for musicians to raise awareness of the issue? Show more
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Why do so many of us keep pets? Iszi Lawrence takes a short skitter through the social history of our best friends. Show more
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On the Podium
Nikita Ducarroz: The power of sport
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“It saved my life.” BMX competition helped the Swiss-American athlete Nikita Ducarroz fight anxiety attacks. Show more
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Outlook
Lost and Found: Trapped on the seabed
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Harrison Okene survived for three days in a sunken ship on the ocean floor. And it astonished everyone involved in his rescue. Show more
On 14 August 2013, Egypt's army killed hundreds of protestors in Cairo's Rabaa al-Adawiya Square. Sameh Elbarky was in the square that day. He speaks to Ben Henderson. Show more
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Newshour
30/08/2023 13:06 GMT: Army officers say they've taken over in Gabon
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Senior military officers in Gabon have appeared on television to say they have seized power and placed President Ali Bongo under house arrest. Show more
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HARDtalk
Peter Boehringer: Is the AfD a threat to German stability?
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Stephen Sackur speaks to Peter Boehringer, vice chairman of the far-right Alternative für Deutschland party. Does their rise threaten Germany’s stability? Show more
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World Business Report
First broadcast 30/08/2023 14:32 GMT : Understanding Pakistan's energy crisis
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Electricity prices have soared since the government cut energy subsidies to obtain a $3bn bailout from the IMF. Show more
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BBC OS
2023/08/30 16:06 GMT: Gabon coup: President Bongo calls for help
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Generals in Gabon are meeting to decide who'll lead a transition. Show more
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On 14 August 2013, Egypt's army killed hundreds of protestors in Cairo's Rabaa al-Adawiya Square. Sameh Elbarky was in the square that day. He speaks to Ben Henderson. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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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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Military officers seize power in Gabon after a disputed election Show more
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BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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Why do so many of us keep pets? Iszi Lawrence takes a short skitter through the social history of our best friends. Show more
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Business Matters
Switzerland outlines measures to combat money laundering
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Switzerland has unveiled a series of measures to clampdown money laundering and increase transparency in its huge financial sector. Show more
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How Gnawa music, traditionally performed by descendants of enslaved people, helps uncover a little-mentioned chapter of Moroccan history. Show more
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Outlook
Lost and Found: Trapped on the seabed
41 minutes on BBC World Service
Available for over a year
Harrison Okene survived for three days in a sunken ship on the ocean floor. And it astonished everyone involved in his rescue. Show more
On 14 August 2013, Egypt's army killed hundreds of protestors in Cairo's Rabaa al-Adawiya Square. Sameh Elbarky was in the square that day. He speaks to Ben Henderson. Show more
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen
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The different approaches to weaning. Show more