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SuperPower: Virtual Revolution

SuperPower: Virtual Revolution A dynamic and provocative documentary series, Virtual Revolution will examine how the Web has changed the world, overturning assumptions about privacy, identity, ownership and truth.

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BBC World News delivers a diverse mix of authoritative international news, business, current affairs and documentary programming for a truly global audience. With balanced in-depth reporting and journalistic integrity, BBC World News gives audiences the news they want, when they want it.

SuperPower on BBC World News
The Internet has changed our lives, from the way we look for information to the way we work and communicate with each other. But where will it go next? SuperPower is a season of global TV, online and radio content exploring the impact and implications of the Web as it moves closer to connecting societies and the whole planet.
SuperPower: On/Off
In the On/Off series, we will explore the expectations unconnected people have for the Internet and expose how those within the digital society have come to rely on 24/7 access to information.
SuperPower: My World
No one sees the world like our audiences do. That’s why we’re challenging them to create a unique picture of their lives across the world.
SuperPower: Digital Giants
A series of 10 films delivered across BBC World News and BBC.com, where 10 of the world’s best thinkers share their visions of the Internet and world to come.
SuperPower: The World Debate Abu Dhabi
In this programme, we will ask whether the digital age has posed an opportunity or threat to journalism and whether the media revolution has made for a better-informed world.
SuperPower: Afghanistan Online
The Internet is a catalyst for change within Afghanistan. Kabul is one of the few cities in the world to be covered by a huge Wi-Fi network, even though there is widespread poverty and an erratic supply of electricity.
The Hub with Nik Gowing
At the heart of the news agenda, Nik Gowing assesses the day’s events. He brings his trademark style of rigorous interviewing and detailed analysis to the global agenda – with a summary of the day’s news as it affects audiences in South Asia and the Middle East.
GMT with George Alagiah
It’s midday in London, evening in Asia Pacific and breakfast on the east coast of America. George Alagiah brings together the latest news from across the globe, with updates on business and sport.
Business Edition with Tanya Beckett
Combining the main business stories of the day with the most significant global news, with a special focus on the state of the global economy in the wake of the financial crisis.
Impact Asia with Mishal Husain
Global news as it affects audiences in Asia. Mishal Husain brings a mixture of breaking news, debate and analysis, using the full range of BBC correspondents from the Asia Pacific nations and across the world.
World News Today with Zeinab Badawi
The news programme for audiences who want more depth to their daily coverage. With a particular emphasis on audiences in Europe, Middle East and Africa, Zeinab brings context and understanding to the most complex of events.
April - November
Provisional Advance Schedule for BBC World News from April to November 2010. All timings & content are subject to change.