Latex from the Gutta-percha tree, a wonder of 19th century technology, allowed Victorian Britain to connect with far-flung overseas colonies. A BBC video by Archie Crofton, narrated by Emily West.
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For centuries, Siberia has been known for its coal, iron, diamond, and gold mines, but its new industry is cryptocurrency mining. BBC Moscow correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports.
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“Bitcoin Miners Flock to New York’s Remote Corners, but Get Chilly Reception,” Patrick McGeehan, New York Times
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Great moments in sports reporting: BBC “Grandstand featuring Desmond Lynam, April 1, 1989.
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BBC current affairs program Panorama, April 1, 1957.
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‘Guess my country,’ a video by Mai Noman for the BBC.
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BBC News named its Women of the Year for 2011. The list: Gabrielle Giffords, Adele, Eman al-Obeidi, Sarah Burton, Nafissatou Diallo, Jelena Lecic, Princess Charlene, Pauline Pearce, Rebecca Leighton, the Duchess of Alba, Corporal Kelsey de Santis, and Sweetie the panda (aka Tian Tian).
As you might expect, the last choice endeared The Beeb to women in the UK and worldwide.
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