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World Service,10 Jul 2006,26 mins

Do We Need A Simpler Language?

Culture Shock

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Jean-Paul Nerriere explains the concept of Globish - a version of English language that only uses the most common 1,500 words. But what is the point of it? The new 'Robin Hoods' in Germany robbing supermarkets to give food to homeless and students. Plus, are GIANTmicrobes the latest example of adult humour infiltrating the world of children's television.

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