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The BBC is the largest broadcasting organisation in the world. Its mission is to enrich people's lives with programmes that inform, educate and entertain. BBC World Service broadcasts to the world on radio, on TV and online, providing news and information in 32 languages.
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Unexpected Elements

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The news you know, the science you don’t. Unexpected Elements looks beyond everyday narratives to discover a goldmine of scientific stories and connections from around the globe. From Afronauts, to why we argue, to a deep dive on animal lifespans: see the world in a new way.
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Football Daily

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The latest news, insight, analysis and big name guests from the Premier League, WSL and the Football League, plus Scottish, International and European football. Join us! Get in touch with us @5liveSport on social media and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews.
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BBC OS Conversations: Women's safety in India 25:01

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The recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor after a 36-hour hospital shift has, according to India’s top court, “shocked the conscience of the nation". It has produced protests, strikes and outrage and has focussed conversations on what it is like to be female in India, both at work and during everyday life. Arunima, for instance, lives close to…
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CERN’s Supercollider Plan 28:04

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CERN’s plans to build a bigger, faster particle collider, with a hefty 17 billion Euro price tag, are in question. Physicists Andrew Pontzen and Harry Cliff discuss if the new machine is really worth it. A place on the podium or disappointment in the Olympics can come down to the precise position of a foot or angle of the hips. Science reporter Ell…
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Unpacking the fed's interest rate cut 52:57

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As the US jobless rate rises to 4.3% and concerns over housing affordability grow, the head of the Federal Reserve signals that it might be time to cut interest rates. We explore what a shift towards job market support could mean for Americans. Cuba is facing a severe power crisis, with electricity cuts lasting over 14 hours a day reported across m…
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How will the fed tackle joblessness? 26:26

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As the US jobless claims rate rises to 4.3% and concerns over housing affordability grow, the head of the Federal Reserve signals that it might be time to cut interest rates. We explore what a shift towards job market support could mean for Americans. Plus, are tech giants ready to embrace open-source software? We delve into the potential impacts o…
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How will the fed tackle joblessness? 26:26

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As the US jobless claims rate rises to 4.3% and concerns over housing affordability grow, the head of the Federal Reserve signals that it might be time to cut interest rates. We explore what a shift towards job market support could mean for Americans.Plus, are tech giants ready to embrace open-source software? We delve into the potential impacts of…
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RFK Jr suspends campaign to 'throw support' behind Trump 41:52

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The independent candidate for the US presidency, Robert F Kennedy Junior, has suspended his electoral campaign and "thrown his support" to Donald Trump. Also on the programme: The United Nations says it is concerned about reports of troops mobilizing in Libya; and the postcard that finally arrived a hundred and twenty years after it was sent. (Phot…
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Will RFK's Trump endorsement swing presidential race? 37:55

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The independent candidate for US president, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has dropped out of the race and backed the Donald Trump. What impact could his endorsement have on the presidential race?Also on the programme:The sacked BBC presenter Jermaine Jenas has apologised for messages to women which led to his dismissal - but says he did nothing illegal. We …
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RFK Jr suspends campaign to 'throw support' behind Trump 43:52

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The independent candidate for the US presidency, Robert F Kennedy Junior, has suspended his electoral campaign and "thrown his support" to Donald Trump.Also on the programme: The United Nations says it is concerned about reports of troops mobilizing in Libya; and the postcard that finally arrived a hundred and twenty years after it was sent.(Photo:…
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Premier League Kick-off with Darren Fletcher 38:46

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Oasis star Noel Gallagher joins the panel to talk Manchester City and Pep Guardiola. Gallagher reflects on Ilkay Gundogan returning to City and Guardiola's future. The Oasis star also looks back on gigs at Maine Road, meeting Diego Maradona, and 30 years of 'Definitely Maybe'. Also hear from Paul Robinson, Fara Williams and Glenn Murray on Fulham’s…
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Why am I symmetrical? 31:56

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Why do we have two eyes? Two ears? Two arms and two legs? Why is one side of the human body – externally at least – pretty much a mirror image of the other side? CrowdScience listener Kevin from Trinidad and Tobago is intrigued. He wants to know why human beings – and indeed most animals - have a line of symmetry in their bodies. Yet, beyond their …
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23/08/2024 13:11

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WRITER: SARAH HEHIR DIRECTOR: PIP SWALLOW EDITOR: JEREMY HOWENatasha Archer…. Mali Harries Pat Archer…. Patricia Gallimore Lilian Bellamy…. Sunny Ormonde Susan Carter…. Charlotte Martin Ed Grundy…. Barry Farrimond Emma Grundy…. Emerald O’Hanrahan George Grundy…. Angus Stobie Will Grundy…. Philip Molloy Don James…. Thom Petty Alistair Lloyd…. Michae…
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Kamala Harris becomes Democratic nominee for president 43:29

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Kamala Harris has officially accepted the Democrats' nomination for the US presidency with a fiery speech at the climax of her party's national convention. Also on the programme, India's PM walks a diplomatic tightrope in Ukraine; and, Chinese scammers in the Isle of Man. (Photo: Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris…
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Kamala Harris becomes Democratic nominee for president 45:29

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Kamala Harris has officially accepted the Democrats' nomination for the US presidency with a fiery speech at the climax of her party's national convention. Also on the programme, India's PM walks a diplomatic tightrope in Ukraine; and, Chinese scammers in the Isle of Man. (Photo: Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris…
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Wagner to Africa Corps: Have Russian operations changed? 30:56

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Yevgeny Prigozhin was at one time the leader of the well known Russian mercenary group, Wagner. The group, since Prigozhin's death a year ago, has changed its name to Africa Corps. Has this altered Russia's operations on the continent? Also how is Burundi coping with the outbreak of Mpox?And is it a good idea to save up for your funeral? We find ou…
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Listener Week: Sex in your 70s, Risky sports, Cost of men and women's haircuts 57:06

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Listener Week is when all the topics, interviews and discussions are chosen by YOU!Woman's Hour listener Elaine asked the programme to discuss the issue of having sex in later life. Elaine is in her seventies and her partner would like to resume a sexual relationship. They are both negotiating medical conditions and she feels reluctant. Elaine woul…
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Spain's La Tomatina 9:56

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In 1945, a fight broke out between two groups of teenage boys during a parade in the Spanish town of Buñol in Valencia. The boys ended up throwing tomatoes at each other. They decided to repeat the deed every year on the anniversary of the first fight, defying disapproving looks from older neighbours and even bans by the city council. Eight decades…
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A sticky situation 49:30

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The US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are currently stranded on the ISS. They arrived on the Boeing Starliner, which was meant to bring them home after eight days. Unfortunately, it has run into tech issues, meaning that the astronauts may be stuck up there for up to eight months. We started to ponder, what could an extended period of b…
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Classic Stories: Orpheus and Eurydice 5:14

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Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 13 uses of ‘long’ - in 5 minutes. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ 6 Minute English✔️ Learning English from the News✔️ Learni…
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Did Kamala Harris pull off the biggest speech of her life? 27:26

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Kamala Harris closed the DNC with a speech that she hopes will sway voters to the Democrats. The day began with speculation over whether she might be joined on stage by Taylor Swift or Beyoncé. In the end, Harris took to the stage alone and focused on her upbringing and a pitch to America’s middle class. The team assemble on the final night of the …
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Benedetta Carlini 48:32

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Greg Jenner is joined in seventeenth-century Italy by Professor Michelle Sauer and comedian Sophie Duker to learn about notorious nun Benedetta Carlini. From the moment of her birth in 1590, Benedetta – whose name literally means ‘blessed’ – was dedicated to God’s service by her father. As a young girl, she joined a community of religious women, wh…
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How is Kamala Harris connecting with voters on the economy? 50:27

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We hear how the Democratic presidential nominee has supercharged the party's fundraising, as she prepares to address its National Convention. Also, Canada's government has moved swiftly to end a dispute which halted freight trains. And how Apple will let users in the European Union choose default apps. Roger Hearing is joined by Alison Van Diggelen…
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Heart and Soul: Corruption in the Curia 28:29

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Pope Francis was hailed as a reformist when he became Pope in 2013. He vowed to get a handle on the scandals plaguing the Catholic Church, including how the Vatican managed its money. In 2015, he appointed the Vatican's first ever auditor, former Deloitte CEO and chairman Libero Milone. Along with his business partner, they went through the various…
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Heart and Soul: Corruption in the Curia 28:29

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Pope Francis was hailed as a reformist when he became Pope in 2013. He vowed to get a handle on the scandals plaguing the Catholic Church, including how the Vatican managed its money. In 2015, he appointed the Vatican's first ever auditor, former Deloitte CEO and chairman Libero Milone. Along with his business partner, they went through the various…
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Business Daily meets: Brent Wisner 17:29

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The US-based lawyer and managing partner at litigation firm Wisner Baum, in Los Angeles, has made his name taking on large pharmaceutical companies in high-stakes legal battles. He is the youngest attorney in US history to win a multi-billion dollar jury verdict. We hear how Brent transitioned from child actor, to successful lawyer, and how one gro…
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Dutch Grand Prix preview 55:05

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Rosanna and the team look ahead to the Dutch Grand Prix. They assess where the top teams are after the summer break. McLaren boss Zak Brown tells us how even he's surprised that his team are fighting for the championship. We hear from Carlos Sainz on his move to Williams. And how much of a blow is it to Red Bull that sporting director Jonathan Whea…
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Kamala Harris to give biggest speech of career at DNC finale 37:36

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The Vice President will take to the stage, at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, to accept the party’s presidential nomination. Her aides say she'll deliver a robust denunciation of Donald Trump, and lay out her plans to tackle the cost of living and protect personal freedoms, including access to abortion. Also in the programme: The fir…
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Kamala Harris rides the US Democratic Party wave 47:29

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Does Kamala Harris have enough momentum to make it through to election day? We speak to Democratic Senator for Maryland, Chris Van Hollen to get his take on her position on China, Gaza and the US economy.Also on the programme: we ask what it means to be on Russia's most-wanted criminal list; and we hear about the world’s second largest diamond foun…
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Kamala Harris rides the US Democratic Party wave 49:29

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Does Kamala Harris have enough momentum to make it through to election day? We speak to Democratic Senator for Maryland, Chris Van Hollen to get his take on her position on China, Gaza and the US economy. Also on the programme: we ask what it means to be on Russia's most-wanted criminal list; and we hear about the world’s second largest diamond fou…
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Fisheries mismanagement uncovered 29:18

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Fishery assessment models – the “backbone” of fisheries management – overestimate the sustainability of the world’s fisheries, according to a study of 230 fisheries worldwide, and populations of many overfished species are in far worse condition than has been reported. We hear from Rainer Froese of GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel.…
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Fisheries mismanagement uncovered 30:50

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Fishery assessment models – the “backbone” of fisheries management – overestimate the sustainability of the world’s fisheries, according to a study of 230 fisheries worldwide, and populations of many overfished species are in far worse condition than has been reported. We hear from Rainer Froese of GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel.…
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The Debrief with Kae Kurd 31:38

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Newcastle’s Kieran Trippier could leave, while Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling remains exiled. Kae Kurd, Nizaar Kinsella and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards discuss the latest transfer activity, including reports of Kieran Trippier seeking to leave Tyneside before the end of the transfer window, and Marc Guehi’s potential move to Newcastle. The panel also t…
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Kamala Harris to officially accept presidential nomination 47:31

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At the Democratic Party National Convention today, Kamala Harris will speak and accept the nomination to be president. Also on the programme, as 25 million face acute hunger in Sudan, the UN says it's managed to get a15-truck aid convoy into the west of the country; and one half of Australia's famous gay penguin power-couple has died after a short …
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The Indonesian government appears to shelve controversial election law plans 29:24

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The Indonesian parliament appears to drop controversial plans to change the election laws, as protests took place in cities across the country. The authorities used water cannon after some demonstrators tried to tear down the gates of the parliament complex. Also, Tim Walz speaks to the Democratic National Congress in Chicago after formally accepti…
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