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A journalist in the region claims people in the enclave are ‘literally starving’ Show more
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Weekend
Nagorno-Karabakh: Could the three decade-long conflict be coming to an end?
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for years
Many ethnic Armenians fear Azerbaijan could carry out ethnic cleansing in the enclave Show more
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Weekend
Sudanese general says he is willing to hold peace talks
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for years
The leader of Sudan’s army tells the BBC he is willing to hold peace talks with rebel forces Show more
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Over to You
History as told by the people who were there
9 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Listeners’ views on Witness History and its editor explains how subjects are chosen. And how Heart & Soul that told the story of a guard at Guantanamo Bay proved so insightful. Show more
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Sportshour
UFC star Themba Gorimbo: from diamond fields to The Rock
34 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
How Themba Gorimbo's story of struggle led Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to buy him a house 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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The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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Newshour
23/09/2023 12:06 GMT: Conditions in Nagorno-Karabakh worsening
48 minutes
on BBC World Service
Ethnic Armenian civilians say conditions in the disputed region of Nagorno- Karabakh are becoming critical, as thousands seek shelter in the city. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin 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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Sporting Witness
The first hijabi figure skater
10 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
In 2012, Zahra Lari from the UAE, made history by becoming the first figure skater to compete in a hijab. Her routine went well, but the judges deducted points for her headscarf. Show more
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The Arts Hour
Actor and producer Millie Bobby Brown
50 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Nikki Bedi is joined by critic Leila Latif, and US comedian, actor, director, producer and writer Mike Birbiglia, who discusses his latest stage show, The Old Man And The Pool. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Newshour
23/09/2023 20:06 GMT: Nagorno-Karabakh: aid arrives amidst worsening conditions
49 minutes
on BBC World Service
Tens of thousands of people seek refuge in region's capital, Stepanakert. Show more
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Music Life
Idols and clowns with Devendra Banhart, Phil Elverum, Jenny Hval and Bedouine
32 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Devendra Banhart, Phil Elverum, Jenny Hval and Bedouine discuss eating on tour, how art is intimacy exposed, and what can be learned from terrible shows. Show more
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BBC Sport brings you all the latest stories and results from around the world.
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Tech Life
The world focusses on facial recognition
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Our faces are being filmed more than ever- should we worry? New figures show a third of the world is still offline. And how digital payments help those exposed to extreme weather. Show more
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Libyans share their experiences of the disaster in Derna. Show more
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Sporting Witness
The first hijabi figure skater
10 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
In 2012, Zahra Lari from the UAE, made history by becoming the first figure skater to compete in a hijab. Her routine went well, but the judges deducted points for her headscarf. Show more
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Unexpected Elements
Can technology read our mind?
51 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
How does our brain process language? What is happening in our brains when we switch languages? And what are the positives and perils of technology and translation? Show more
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Health Check
Could global Aids program be cut?
27 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Some US Republicans call for PEPFAR funding to be stopped. Plus, groundbreaking research into Parkinson’s in Africa, vaccine scepticism and dog owners. Show more
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Dirt tracks to expressways: how roadbuilding changed the world. Show more
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From Our Own Correspondent
The devastation of Derna
23 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
Libya contemplates the ruin of a city after repeated warnings; how Australia's referendum on Indigenous powers may swing; New York's war on lanternflies Show more
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Sporting Witness
The first hijabi figure skater
10 minutes
on BBC World ServiceAvailable for over a year
In 2012, Zahra Lari from the UAE, made history by becoming the first figure skater to compete in a hijab. Her routine went well, but the judges deducted points for her headscarf. Show more
