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Missing in Syria
There are one hundred thousand missing Syrians, according to the UN, who’ve been detained or have disappeared since the beginning of the uprising in Syria twelve years ago and the civil war that foll…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Building power: India’s new parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi describes India’s new parliament as a reflection of the “aspirations and dreams” of all Indians. But the huge triangular structure that sits next to its colonial-era pred…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
In the Studio: Eimer Ni Mhaoldomhnaigh
Eimer Ni Mhaoldomhnaigh is one of Ireland's leading screen costume designers - working on such productions as The Wind That Shakes The Barley, Jimmy's Hall and the recent, multi award-winning The Ban…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Inside an autistic mind
Science journalist Sue Nelson shares her personal journey to better understand a condition that affects millions worldwide. Inside her autistic inner world is a cacophony of brain chatter, anxiety an…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
BBC OS Conversations: Climate change in Africa
Africa causes little damage to the climate but tends to feel the brunt of changing weather patterns. That was the debate in recent days as Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, hosted Africa’s first-ever climate…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Izabela in the forest
Hear the marvellous sounds of Europe's last primeval forest, Białoweiza, in an immersive experience rich with all kinds of bird song and animal sounds, including that of the rare European bison. They…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Surviving Greece's migrant boat disaster
n the early hours of 14th June, a heavily overcrowded, rusty fishing trawler carrying as many as 750 migrants capsized off the coast of Greece. The passengers - men, women and children from countries…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Slovakia divided
Slovakia may be a small country, but its upcoming elections could have a big impact across Europe and beyond. One of the strongest supporters of Ukraine in its war against Russia, Slovakia was the fi…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
In the Studio: Robyn Weintraub
Robyn Weintraub is a leading crossword designer who writes clues and fills in cells for the New York Times, famous for its challenging daily puzzles. She also creates for the New Yorker, People Magaz…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
BBC OS Conversations: American voters
The US elections for the next president are not until November 2024, but the campaigning for votes is underway. And it’s two familiar faces who seem to be the ones to beat. Host Lukwesa Barak hears…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago