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Kate Adie introduces 麻豆社 foreign correspondents with the stories behind the headlines.

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30 minutes

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Sat 30 Jan 2010 11:30

Chapters

  • Introduction

    Duration: 00:23

  • The dark lives of Yemen's children

    Hugh Sykes finds that for Yemen's 10 million children, the growing threat from al-Qaeda is the least of their problems.

    Duration: 05:37

  • The power of the 'Davos effect'

    The World Economic Forum in Davos has taken place, albeit with a distinct lack of political heavy-weights. Owen Bennet-Jones reflects on why the event in the Swiss Alps enjoys the reputation it does.

    Duration: 05:35

  • The real cause of violence in Jos

    Fighting between Muslims and Christians in the central Nigerian City of Jos has left hundreds dead. Caroline Duffield reports on the roots of the violence which tore apart the city.

    Duration: 05:18

  • 'My mission to help Haiti rebuild'

    A 麻豆社 World Service team is broadcasting a special programme to Haiti, to help keep survivors better informed. One of the producers, Emilio San Pedro, explains why he feels a personal call to help.

    Duration: 04:03

  • Who said it never rains in Southern California?

    Southern California is suffering from rains so heavy that a state of emergency has been declared in some places. David Willis reports on the effect this is having on Californians.

    Duration: 05:01

Broadcast

  • Sat 30 Jan 2010 11:30