Learning English from the News
BBC Radio
Learn the language you need to understand news stories in English. Every week we talk about one big news story and the vocabulary in the headlines that will help you understand it. And in our special Our World in English episodes, we share documentaries from around the world and across the BBC in simple English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
Episodes
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Apr 19, 2022 • 11min
Taliban: No beard, no job!
Government employees in Afghanistan were told they can lose their jobs if they shave.
Apr 12, 2022 • 10min
Ed Sheeran wins Shape of You case
Ed Sheeran has won a copyright case over his hit Shape of You. Learn new vocabulary.
Apr 5, 2022 • 11min
Driverless cars
A trial is underway in UK. Would you be happy to travel in a driverless car?
10 snips
Mar 29, 2022 • 11min
Oscars 2022: When Will hit Chris
Will Smith hit Chris Rock at the Oscars after Chris Rock made a joke about his wife.
Mar 22, 2022 • 11min
Great Barrier Reef in danger
Some scientists say the world's largest coral reef is under threat by climate change.
Mar 15, 2022 • 10min
What is the future for fuel?
Is it time to speed up the transition to alternative and renewable energy sources?
Mar 8, 2022 • 10min
Rocket hits the Moon
Part of an abandoned rocket is thought to have hit the Moon last Friday, say scientists.
Mar 1, 2022 • 10min
Ukraine conflict continues
We help you understand how the conflict is being reported in English.
Feb 22, 2022 • 10min
'Freedom Convoy': Arrests made
Lorry drivers in Canada have been protesting against Covid rules.
Feb 15, 2022 • 10min
Ukraine: Fears of invasion
Several countries have said that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen at any time.
