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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ foreign correspondents with the stories behind the world's headlines. Introduced by Kate Adie.

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Sat 10 Apr 2010 11:30
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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Chapters

  • Introduction

    Duration: 01:05

  • Protests and bloodshed in Bishkek

    Rayhan Demytrie reports on how opposition rallies against Kyrgyzstan's presidential administration escalated into a fatal confrontation with security forces in the capital, Bishkek.

    Duration: 05:24

  • Why colour still defines everything in South Africa

    Karen Allen examines the racial tensions which have surfaced following the death of white supremacist Eugene Terreblanche, who was buried on Friday 9 April.

    Duration: 04:36

  • Ireland's ghost estates

    As the Irish try to calculate the depth of their continuing economic crises, Chris Bowlby finds that ghostly reminders of the boom and bust can be seen all over the countryside.

    Duration: 05:34

  • The Czech Republic's Cold War hangover

    The USA and Russia are a step closer to nuclear disarmament, after signing the New Start treaty, but a hangover from the Cold War can still be found in the Czech Republic.

    Duration: 05:34

  • Creative energy rejuvenates Silicone Valley

    California was hit hard by the downturn, but the area around Silicone Valley is now leading the way to a recovery, as more jobs in the high tech industries become available.

    Duration: 05:17

Broadcast

  • Sat 10 Apr 2010 11:30
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4