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Behind Taliban Lines

Why is there a war in Afghanistan?

Why is there a war in Afghanistan?

With the Taliban making advances in Afghanistan and US-led forces withdrawing after 20 years in the country, the 大象传媒鈥檚 Secunder Kermani and government advisor, Professor Michael Semple, explain what鈥檚 happening on the ground.

And, as singer Rihanna celebrates becoming a billionaire, blogger and podcaster, Charisse Kenion, explains how Fenty Beauty (Rihanna's beauty company) has boomed.

Today鈥檚 Newscast was made by Maz Ebtehaj, with Ben Cooper and Alix Pickles. The studio director was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor is Sam Bonham

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