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Jul 2023
27m 15s

How extreme heat in the US is affecting ...

Bbc World Service
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Businesses in South-West of the United States explain how the weather is impacting them. ‘Flying taxis’ could be become a reality in some cities as soon as 2026. And, we discuss Burberry, the 170 year old high-fashion brand built on its British principles. 
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