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04/05/2025
The day's main news stories, topical debate and interviews.
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05/05/2025 04:01 GMT
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Trump orders reopening of Alcatraz prison
He said the reopening of the notorious prison would serve as a "symbol of law."
05/05/2025
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
VE Day at 80
Celebrations begin to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
05/05/2025 13:01 GMT
Five months after Assad, where is Syria heading?
A special Newshour edition from Damascus
Full coverage of the day's news
A round-up of the day's VE Day commemorations with Clare McDonnell and Chris Warburton.
05/05/2025 20:01 GMT
Newshour in Syria: Can Islamist rulers govern for all?
A special edition from Damascus
We speak to our correspondent from Damascus on the future of the country
